Assistant Director – Legal Services Directorate at Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) in Nairobi, Kenya

 Job Title: Assistant Director – Legal Services Directorate

Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR)

Nairobi, Kenya

Full-time

REF: KNCHR/ADM/ADL/01/2024

Reports to: Deputy Director, Legal Services

Duration: Permanent & Pensionable

Duty Station: Nairobi with occasional travel

Gross Salary: Kshs. 205,850

Job Purpose:

This position is responsible for offering support to the management within the Legal Services Directorate with regard to securing appropriate redress to petitioners’ in cases of human rights violations in line with the mandate of the Commission.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise the application of Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms in the resolution of human rights violations.

• Supervise the provision of redress to victims of human rights violations through litigation and court representation and processes.

• Supervise the compilation of case digests on cases handled by the Commission Supervise the conduct of public inquiries on identified human rights violations

• Supervise the analysis of Petitions and making recommendations on appropriate redress mechanisms.

• Coordinating identification of cases on human rights violations for intervention by the Commission.

• Coordinate KNCHR’s engagement with partners involved in Public Interest Litigation.

Operational Responsibilities /Tasks:

• Implement reform strategies and interventions that result in timely resolution of human rights violation cases in line with the mandate of the commission.

• Providing necessary legal support on redressing human rights violations through provision and application of ADR mechanisms.

• Coordinate the conduct of and follow up on recommendations of public inquiries.

• Supervise research and filing of public interest litigation cases relating to human rights violations.

• Collaborating and partnering with relevant stakeholders.

• Preparing for and conduct of hearings at the Commissions’ Tribunal.

• Mentoring and coaching staff as well as interns within the Redress Division.

Financial Responsibilities:

• Ensuring timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual reports for accountability of the use of funds

• Supervise the utilization of divisional budgets.

Skills, Experience and Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university with seven 7 years’ work experience or Master’s degree with five 5 years’ relevant experience.

• 3 years’ experience in active litigation

• Post graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law with a current practicing certificate

• Certificate in Computer Applications Skills from a recognized institution

• Senior Management Course as added advantage

• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Apply via the link below:

https://g.co/kgs/Fpaz9dZ

Exams Invigilators Vacancy at British Council in Nairobi, Kenya

 Job Title: Exams Invigilators - Kenya

British Council Nairobi, Kenya

Full-time

The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. We work in two ways – directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK. These connections lead to an understanding of each other's strengths and of the challenges and values that we share. This builds trust between people in the UK and other nations which endures even when official relations may be strained. We work on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2019-20 we connected with 80 million people directly and with 791 million overall, including online and through our broadcasts and publications.

Exams Invigilators Kenya

Pay band: Hourly rate

Eligibility: Existing right to live and work in Kenya

Locations: Nairobi and Meru

Contract type: Two Years Renewable

About Exams Invigilators Kenya

We are looking for suitably qualified candidates to ensure that any test administered by the British Council runs smoothly on the test day/s and that all assigned test day duties and standards are met. The post holder will be part of Kenya Exams team. The post holder will be part of a wider pool of test day personnel, contracted to support the delivery of a variety of tests on behalf of the British Council across various locations in the country. The post holder will be required to work very closely with a team of other test day personnel and test day service providers.

Essential Requirements:

• English language level of B1 (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing skills) or equivalent (e.g. Cambridge English PET, IELTS 5)

• Diploma or equivalent qualification

• Customer Service: Experience of responding to children/ young adults and parents' needs (as customers) in a professional manner, to a high level of quality

Desirable Requirements:

• Previous invigilator experience

• Awareness of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Critical Information:

• Please apply by 25 February 2024 @ 23:59 South Africa time

• Application questions must be completed honestly; if questions are not completed with true valid information, you will be disqualified.

• Please include your preferred location in your application.

If you have any technical problems, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

Equality , Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Statement

The British Council is committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We support all staff to make sure their behaviour is consistent with this commitment. We want to address under representation and encourage applicants from under-represented groups, in particular, but not exclusively, on grounds of ethnicity and disability. All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview and we have Disability Confident Employer Status. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with.

We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989.

Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed; these will include qualification checks, reference checks, identity & criminal record checks in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you have any problems with your application please email askhr@britishcouncil.org

Please note: Applications to this role can only be considered when made through the Apply section of our careers website. Our ‘ASK HR’ email is only to be used in case of a technical issue encountered when applying through the careers website. Emails with supporting statements and CV/Resumes sent to this email address will not be reviewed and will be deleted

Follow the link below to apply.

https://careers.britishcouncil.org/job/Nairobi-Exams-Invigilators-Kenya-Sub/1034596201?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Software developer jobs in Kenya

 Job Title: Software developer jobs in Kenya

We, at Turing, are looking for experienced software developers to join the web development team and assist in the design, development, testing, publishing, and maintenance of web pages, web applications, and websites. Get the best software developer jobs in Kenya and collaborate with industry veterans while working at top Silicon Valley firms.

 Job description:

Job responsibilities.

*Build, maintain, and improve new/existing web pages, websites, and web applications

*Ensure implementing SDLC best practices for infrastructure, as well as version control and testing

*Share technical expertise and innovative ideas to come up with functional and scalable design decisions

*Assist the QA team to identify performance bottlenecks and resolve them quickly

*Contribute to code discussions and suggest technology and architectural roadmap as well as development processes

*Research new ideas and opportunities to improve development infrastructure and methodologies

Minimum requirements:

*Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)

*At least 3+ years experience in software web development (rare exceptions for highly skilled developers)

*Extensive experience with technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Java, Python, Ruby, PHP, etc.

*Proficient in designing scalable databases or datastores using MSSQL or similar SQL technology

*Extensive experience working with ReactJS and/or NextJS, Docker, Git, NPM, etc.

*Sound knowledge of bug and feature tracking systems, including Jira, New Relic, etc.

*Solid understanding of web services integrations with REST and/or SOAP, as well as, integrating APIs, payment gateways, etc.

*Fluent in English to communicate effectively

*Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) with a 4 hour overlap with US time zones

Preferred skills

*Ability to deliver on multiple competing priorities with little supervision

*Experience building large scale, customer-centric software applications

*Understanding of large codebases, APIs, and third-party libraries

*Experience in handling large volumes of data

*Knowledge of Scrum/Agile development methodologies

*Good communication and interpersonal skills

Interested in this job?

Apply to Turing.com today.

Construction Supervisor at Peace Winds Japan in Dadaab Kenya

 Position: Construction Supervisor

Organization: Peace Winds Japan  

Application Deadline: 20 Feb 2024

Location of activity: Dadaab Kenya

Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension

Direct supervisor: Shelter Engineer

PEACE WINDS JAPAN

Peace Winds Japan (PWJ) is a Japanese Non-Governmental Organization established in 1996. PWJ has been providing humanitarian and development assistance for people affected by forced displacement and natural disasters in more than 20 countries in the world. PWJ launched its mission in Kenya in 2012 and has been implementing projects funded by UN agencies and the government of Japan in shelter, WASH and youth development to improve living environments of refuge and host populations while promoting peaceful coexistence and self- reliance in the communities in Dadaab, Kakuma and Kalobeyei. PWJ is UNHCR partner responsible for WASH, Shelter, Warehouse, Motor vehicle Service Unit and centralized fleet management for Dadaab Refugee Operations.

Job Summary:

The Construction Supervisor will be assisting Engineer in managing shelter construction, monitoring the quality of shelters and supervising the work of foremen and contractors. He will also ensure sufficient construction materials at the construction sites, report to Engineer on progress and issues/constraints in all aspects of shelter construction, as well as ensuring close coordination and communication with other stakeholders and maintaining good relationships with them

Duties and Responsibilities Construction Supervisor

*Sensitizing and motivating beneficiaries for project participation

*Monitoring the progress of shelter construction to achieve the project goals in time

*Monitoring the quality shelters and providing with technical support to foremen and contractors whenever necessary

*Assisting Engineer in monitoring stock levels, consumption of material, and the use of equipment with servicing and repairs

*Working closely with field staff to ensure good coordination and timely completion of tasks/targets

*Ensuring good relations between PWJ field staff and the beneficiaries

*Ensure the security and safety of PWJ shelter personnel and equipment in field

*Perpetuating relationships established with other partners in Shelter sector – UNHCR, IOs, NGOs, Government- ensuring coordination and avoiding duplication.

Educational/Technical/Professional and Experience Requirements

*Degree in Civil engineering/ Building construction with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience or Higher/ ordinary diploma in Civil engineering/ Building construction with at least 7 years relevant experience.

*Excellent spoken and written English Strong analytical, inter personal and team building skills

*Proficiency in CAD

*Experience in T-Shelter construction

*Good management skills and experience in Shelter project monitoring

*Sufficient experience and knowledge in humanitarian work (more than 3 years); previous experience managing shelter projects in an emergency / refugee set up is an added advantage

*Ability to organize tasks simultaneously and prioritize work

*Honest, responsible and in good physical condition to meet the job’s demands

*Willingness to adhere to and carry out Peace Winds Japan rules

*Ability to coordinate and manage staff and project activities with strong organizational and supervisory skills

*Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office; Excellent writing, communication, and personnel management skills

*Previous work experience with INGO in Dadaab will be an added advantage

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

*English: professional fluency

*Kiswahili: native/advanced

General Employees’ Obligations and Responsibilities

*The Employer stipulates the right to assign the Employee any other kind of work derived from his/her specialization. In case of urgent work and such like the Employee may be requested to work overtime as well as during public and other holidays.

*Deliver project objectives within time, resource and budget constraints.

*Correctness and completeness of given tasks.

*The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness.

*Maintain confidentiality of all information gained from employment within, not publicly.

*Representing and upholding the values, policies and procedures of PWJ at all times.

*Your schedule is subject to change at any time according to the organization needs.

*Behave in a professional manner at all the times with the understanding that the public associates your behavior with PWJ.

Working Conditions:

The position is based at Dadaab refugee camp. Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year. The holder of this position is recruited in line with the UNHCR terms and conditions of service. The incumbent shall reside in UNHCR refugee camp while executing official duties.

How to apply:

Additional information of the posting

We are looking to recruit Kenyan national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) indicating salary expectation and resume (3 pages) as one pdf document no later than 20th February 2024 to recruit@peace-winds.or.ke. When applying indicate the title this position on the Subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information about Peace Winds Japan, please visit https://peace-winds.org/en

Driver Job Vacancy at Millennium Water Alliance in Kenya

 Job Title: Driver

Organization: Millennium Water Alliance  

Introduction

The Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) www.mwawater.orgis a permanent global alliance of leading humanitarian, research, and business organizations that convene a trusted network and serve as a hub for collective impact, accelerate learning, and influencepriorities and funding to scale sustained WASH services and resilience globally. MWA and its members collectively serve over 50 million people in over 100 countries and are leading advocates for greater water and sanitation commitments by governments and the private sector.

Job Summary

MWA seeks an experienced Driver Officer who will be responsible for driving MWA Vehicles in compliance with MWA’s Fleet policy and procedures and the Kenyan Law while ensuring safety of passengers on board He/she will also be responsible for taking care of the assigned vehicle(s) in all aspects including ascertaining that the vehicle(s) is in excellent condition before each trip, checking the validity of vehicle insurance, checking the security situation in the areas of operation before each trip and filing defect or repair requests as appropriate. Under the supervision of the Fleet and Logistics Officer, the Driver will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to the field locations that are mainly located in the Arid and Semi-Arid counties of Kenya.

Roles and Responsibilities:

*Accountable for all parts and accessories fitted in assigned vehicles.

*Prepare vehicle performance, maintenance, and repair reports, and submit as required.

*Ensure the implementation of vehicle maintenance plans.

*Plan to meet anticipated travel requirements and make all arrangements for ensuring efficient services (fuelling, pre-travel checks, required travel documents, required equipment, spare parts, and tools, vehicle cleaning, persons traveling for packing instructions and timings).

*Ensure copies of daily mileage logs, pen and clipboard are readily available in all assigned vehicles. Promptly collect filled in daily mileage logs to avoid loss or defacing.

*On a monthly basis, compile a summary of the mileage log and submit it to the Fleet and Logistics Officer for review.

*Routinely check all assigned vehicles licenses, insurances, and other required documents and promptly advice when renewals are due.

*Transport MWA staff and visitors as instructed, observing local traffic and road safety laws and all MWA vehicle policies to ensure safety of passengers and luggage, and quality and courteous services. Report immediately any accidents and/or route changes due to security, bad weather, road conditions. Maintain and submit accurate records for all trips.

*Ensure assigned vehicles are secured when not in use.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

*At least “O” level certificate, with a minimum pass of DIV III, or Grade C in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).

*Certification in Defensive Driving is mandatory.

*Knowledge and experience in vehicle maintenance and repairs. A certificate in mechanical repairs is an added advantage.

*Minimum of 6 years work experience in a similar position.

*Experience in driving across the arid and semi-arid counties of Kenya is desired.

*Valid accident-free driving license Class B, C, E with a minimum of 4 years of long-distance and off-road driving experience.

*Knowledge of Nairobi City roads, location of government offices, major hotels, airports and major donor and NGO offices is mandatory.

*Valid certificate of Good Conduct is mandatory.

*Certificate in first aid is mandatory.

Personal Skills and Abilities

*Flexibility to travel under difficult circumstances.

*Demonstrated ability to work in a team and interact with people in different cadres of society including the target communities.

*Service-oriented and excellent in timekeeping.

*Well-organized, neat and able to manage multiple tasks.

*Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented.

*Demonstrated commitment to respect, equity, diversity, and inclusion including gender equality.

This position is open to Kenyan Nationals Only

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit applications via email to mwak.jobs@mwawater.org with the email subject as Driver by 26th February 2024. The application should include a cover letter and a detailed CV with three references.

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Women’s Protection and Empowerment Global Practice Lead at International Rescue Committee

 Job Title: Women’s Protection and Empowerment Global Practice Lead

Organization: International Rescue Committee  

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees delivers lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

IRC’s Technical Excellence team is comprised of five teams or sector “Units” which have deep expertise in their respective fields: Education, Economic Wellbeing, Governance, Health, and Violence Prevention and Response, as well as teams which provide measurement and finance/grant management support. Technical teams are also matrixed with a team that focuses on the quality and content of cross-sectoral programming in emergency responses.

IRC’s Technical Excellence teams offer five core services to IRC country programs and the wider organization:

1. Program Design: We support country and regional teams to design state of the art programming, incorporating the best available evidence, cost data, and expertise of what has worked elsewhere, with the knowledge that country teams, partner organizations and our clients bring to the table.

2. Quality Assurance: We partner with our measurement teams to design and drive the use of indicators to measure progress towards outcomes; we partner with regional and country teams to review program delivery progress and help address implementation challenges and adapt interventions to changed circumstances.

3. Business Development: We partner within and outside the IRC to design winning bids and identify winning consortia; we deploy technical expertise in public events and private meetings to position IRC as a partner of choice.

4. Research & Learning: We partner with our research lab to design cutting edge research to fill evidence gaps, and with country teams to learn from implementation such that we continuously improve our future design and delivery.

5. External Influence: We showcase the IRC’s programs, technical insights and learning in order to influence and improve the humanitarian sector’s policy and practice.

Technical Excellence is currently going through a change process called "Regional and Technical Alignment. "We are doing this to ensure that the impact of our programs and the influence of our ideas create meaningful change for people affected by crisis. This next phase of IRC's commitment to program quality will more deliberately resource and link global thought leadership with practice on the ground. Updated Technical Unit structures will have new roles with clearer mandates. The Global Practice Lead is a new leadership role introduced by this change process.

The Violence Prevention and Response Unit at the IRC -

The Violence Prevention and Response Unit (VPRU) is one of IRC’s five Technical Units alongside Health, Education, Economy Recovery and Development and Governance. Technical Units provide support to our country programs in the design, delivery, quality assurance and continuous learning for programs advancing the outcomes areas the IRC supports and driving thought leadership around those areas of work.

Programming addressing violence, abuse and exclusion in crisis situations represents the organisation’s second largest programmatic portfolio.

The VPRU brings together the disciplines of Child Protection, Women’s Protection and Empowerment, and Protection- Rule of Law. We seek to reduce people’s vulnerability to violence and support them to recover from the consequences of violence through programs tailored to individual needs and contexts, as well as strategies addressing systemic gaps which contribute to the perpetuation and exacerbation of violence in crisis and conflict environments. Our prevention work focuses on programs that shift power dynamics, promote human rights, and empower people affected by violence and inequality to transform their future. Our response work focuses on ensuring lifesaving and survivor-centered services for people affected by violence and inequality in all their diversity. We work with the people most at risk and seek to address the needs of populations of all ages and backgrounds through a context-relevant, client-centered, intersectional approach.

We also know from evidence and experience that in most contexts women and children are disproportionally impacted by unequal power, and therefore those at greatest risk of violence. For this reason, we are committed to specialized approaches for these populations.

To advance IRC's delivery of Violence Prevention and Response programming across over 45 countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America, we rely on team of more than 70 professionals committed to provide best-of-class expertise, evidence-based insights based on continued attention to sectoral developments and learning from cross-regional programming insights in order to realize our ambitions for safer, more inclusive lives for our clients. They are supported in this by an intentional and strategic use of research and evidence, a commitment to the highest quality standards and continued engagement in industry-wide development including coordination mechanism, policy to promote innovation and high-impact, cost-efficient interventions. We partner with IRC country program teams and local actors to create and capture innovations in protection programming which can be used by humanitarian actors to improve the protection and empowerment of women and girls, children and adolescents, people with disabilities, with diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Gender Expression and Sex Characteristics (SOGIESC) and other people at risk.

Job Overview

The Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) Global Practice Lead is the organizational leader on Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response as well as women’s and girls’ empowerment for the Crisis Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD) department and is a core member of the Violence Prevention and Response Unit (VPRU) senior management team. They are responsible for devising and leading strategies to raise the quality, impact, and scale of IRC’s WPE programming.

The WPE Global Practice Lead will ensure the scope, quality, and relevance of global technical standards, including the generation and promotion of evidence in their technical area. They will closely collaborate with Regional Leads, Technical Advisors, and Technical Coordinators in promoting technical best practice in CRRD programming. They will facilitate Technical Unit-led and high impact strategic business development by providing excellent technical insights and developing and maintaining strategic relationships and networks. In line with the Safety Strategy, the WPE Global Practice Lead will lead strategic planning for the practice area. The WPE Global Practice Lead reports to the Senior Director, Violence Prevention and Response and may manage highly specialized experts/specialists colleagues to generate global evidence and best practice as their portfolio requires.

This role provides overall leadership to policy, sectoral coordination, advocacy, learning and innovation for Women’s Protection and Empowerment. It involves representing the IRC in key external engagements and global policy spaces, maintaining strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders and movements, and relevant networks and campaigns globally.

This role advances IRC’s work in support of prioritizing women and girls’ protection programing in emergencies, supporting necessary system adaptations and changes, amplifying emerging learning, spearheading sector-wide transformative shifts towards more inclusive, localized, evidence-based programing.

The WPE Global Practice Lead will help to frame strong collective positioning across Women’s Protection and Empowerment priorities, building consensus and supporting learning and the generation of knowledge across the IRC and the wider Protection sector, in support of realizing the Centrality of Protection in humanitarian programming.

A key aim of this role is to encourage coherence between IRC’s work at local, national, and international levels, seeking to consolidated gains, promote high-impact strategies and policy influencing work. In collaboration with the Airbel Research Lab and the Policy & Solutions/Advocacy & Influence teams, the WPE Global Practice Lead will advance ground-breaking research and advocacy work. Close coordination with the Deputy Director of VPRU will ensure local learning feeds into global positioning, advocacy, and mobilization.

The WPE Global Practice lead will develop a strong collaborative relationship with the Global Leads for Child Protection, and Protection Rule of Law, as well as counterparts in the Health, Economic Recovery and Development, Education and Governance in support of enhanced, integrated protection programming, supporting the overall coherence of IRC’s strategic priorities.

The WPE Global Practice Lead will lead and coordinate strategic resource mobilization and oversee management of innovation and strategic projects falling within the purview of the role.

Major Responsibilities:

Strategy, Program Design and Business Development

• Act as the organizational leader for CRRD in Women’s Protection and Empowerment internally and externally

• Lead strategic direction for WPE in line with the organizational global strategy (both S100 and Safety Strategy)

• Responsible for identifying global areas of programmatic risk in WPE and elevating issues to Regional Leads and VPRU leadership.

• Collaborate with other Global Practice Leads to promote integrated program designs within WPE and across all IRC sectors that increase scale and deepen impact.

• Lead and ensure coordination of contributions by regional leads, technical advisors, and global specialists, to identify and action programmatic synergies across global practice areas.

• Lead Technical Unit led global business development for WPE and support strategic project proposals.

• Lead coordination with AMU to drive fundraising from Public and Institutional donors and with ER to drive fundraising from Private donors to meet VPRU’s strategic priorities related to WPE.

• Oversee Technical Unit-led strategic awards in WPE, working closely with regional Technical Advisors as applicable and the Grant Operations and Analytics Team

• Line manage global practice area and strategic project staff, and manage in partnership other roles as applicable.

Global Practice Implementation Support

• Responsible for drawing on evidence-based best practice to provide technical oversight of IRC’s global technical standards, methodologies, and tools for WPE.

• Accountable for the development of a limited number of high-value tools and methodologies to better integrate cross-cutting issues into WPE programs (e.g., diversity and inclusion, climate adaptation, etc.).

• Accountable for establishing information and knowledge management systems that support Regional Leads and Technical Advisors in staying up to date on global technical standards, methodologies, and tools.

• Establish competency framework for WPE and work closely with Regional Leads to identify competency gaps and drive capacity strengthening.

• Accountable for ensuring Technical Advisors and Technical Coordinators have the tools and resources that are needed to measure programs in Practice Area.

• Support Technical Advisors and Technical Coordinators with thorny technical problems, career planning support, and mentorship, as appropriate.

Research, Data, Knowledge Management, and Organizational Learning

• Accountable for establishing and maintaining a Community of Practice and other channels for WPE to ensure pro-active and inclusive management with sustained learning, development, innovation, and best practice sharing.

• Coordinate with Regional Leads and Technical Advisors to lift up program learning for cross-sharing and incorporation into global best practice.

• Oversee Technical Unit-led strategic awards for WPE, working closely with regional Technical Advisors as applicable and the Grant Operations and Analytics Team

• Guide research and evidence use efforts for WPE programming, working closely with colleagues and leaders in Airbel, the VPR Technical Unit, other technical units, and regional colleagues.

• Provide technical inputs to WPE-specific MEAL tools and methodologies, and support data interpretation in learning routines.

External Influence, Relationships and Representation

• Act as a key strategic advisor to Policy & Advocacy, Research & Innovation, and External Relations teams on advocacy campaigns and priority policy and practice shifts related to WPE programming.

• Responsible for identification, development, and maintenance of strategic relationships and global partnerships with relevant stakeholders (e.g. donors, UN agencies, NGOs, research and educational institutions, private sector actors) related to WPE.

• Represent IRC in external forums as relevant.

Key Working Relationships

**• Position Reports to:**Senior Director, VPRU, CRRD Technical Excellence

• Direct Reports: Global practice area and strategic project staff

• Management in partnership: Technical Advisors to be determined

Key Internal Relationships:

• VPRU Deputy Director

• VPR Regional Leads across 6 regions, and regional WPE Technical Advisors

• Global Practice Leads for Child Protection and Protection – Rule of Law

• Prevention and Inclusion Advisers

• VPRU Policy and Advocacy Lead and WPE Policy Officer

• VPRU Business Development and Partnership Lead

• Policy Solutions, Advocacy Influence, and Systems Change Global Teams

• CRRD Senior Management Team and Leadership Group; Regional Leadership Teams

• Global HQ and AMU focal points

• Key External Relationships: GBV AoR/Global Protection Cluster leads and stakeholders, INGOs, Red Cross/Crescent Movement counterparts, International Protection Coordination Platforms and Coalitions, Donor and policy makers, GBV counterparts in relevant UN agencies.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Established or growing recognition as an expert in the practice area, at regional or global level, with a minimum of 12+ years of progressive experience of designing, leading and implementing programs with 7+ years in the GBV/Women’s Protection and Empowerment

• Strong track record of driving uptake of evidence-based practice

• Demonstrated experience in sectoral strategy design and planning.

• Experience with sectoral policy and advocacy efforts and campaigns for change (as relevant)

• Excellent communication, influencing, and storytelling skills.

• Excellent management and leadership skills including coaching, mentoring, and performance management.

• Demonstrated ability to identify and convert business development opportunities for self and staff.

• Demonstrated ability to influence across a wide range of diverse stakeholders internally and externally.

• Demonstrated ability to shape the vision and agenda within the domain area they are working.

• Ability to work, manage, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; outstanding business acumen, critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills required.

• Superb inter-personal, written and verbal communication skills with ability to collaborate across countries, cultures, and departments.

• Track record of scaled innovations preferred, ideally including experience working on both digital and analog solutions.

• Fluency in English required; Arabic, French and/or Spanish also strongly preferred.

• Ability to travel globally up to 25% of the time, occasionally on short notice.

**Education:**Master’s/post-graduate degree in International Law, Human Rights Law, international development or relevant field or equivalent combination of education and work experience background is required. Sound training on the use of data and research evidence for programmatic decisions and rigorous analytic skills are an advantage.

Compensation:

Posted pay ranges apply to US and UK-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

US Benefits:

The IRC offers a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. All US employees are eligible for sick time, a 403b retirement savings plans: up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution, plus an 3-7% additional IRC contribution, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

In addition, full-time employees are eligible for 10 US paid holidays, 20-25 paid time off days, disability & life insurance, medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee contribution starting at $135, $7, and $5 per month respectively) and FSA for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs. Part-time employees are eligible for a proportionate amount of paid time off. These additional benefits apply to employees who work at least 6 months within a 12 month time period.

Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

How to apply

https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/job/req49281/Women%E2%80%99s-Protection-and-Empowerment-Global-Practice-Lead

Environment and Climate Change Specialist Vacancy at Cowater International

 Job Title:Environment and Climate Change Specialist

Organization:Cowater International  Posted13 Feb 2024  Closing date22 Feb 2024

STATEMENT OF WORK

Job Title: Environment and Climate Change Specialist

Position Type: Consultancy (up to 21 days per month)

Duration: March 2024 to February 2025

Position Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Application Deadline: 22nd February 2024

Start Date: 1st April 2024

Assignment Duration: 1 year with an option to renew for one year.

SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT

The Field Support Services Project (FSSP) is a two-year initiative (November 2023 to October 2025) funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and implemented by Cowater International. It offers administrative, financial, procurement, and logistical support, along with technical expertise, to GAC's development programs in Kenya, Somalia, and South Africa. The project assists GAC in procuring and managing local development initiatives in Kenya (and its accredited countries which include Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi), South Africa (and its accredited countries) and Somalia.

BACKGROUND

Canada’s vision for international assistance is rooted in its Feminist International Assistance Policy (FIAP) that seeks to eradicate poverty and build a more peaceful, more inclusive and more prosperous world by promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls. Canada focuses on gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in a manner that is both targeted and crosscutting. A targeted approach to gender equality includes a focus on initiatives that fight poverty and inequality by supporting gender equality and defending the rights of women and girls, particularly their sexual health and reproductive rights. A simultaneous crosscutting approach to gender equality means that all of Canada’s international assistance initiatives, across all action areas, are developed and implemented in ways that improve gender equality and empower women and girls.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

Cowater International through its FSSP is supporting the Canadian High Commission to recruit a Technical Specialist in Environment and Climate Change. The Environment and Climate Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring that Canadian funded projects in Kenya and Somalia adhere to Canadian and global environmental and climate change regulations, policies, and best practices while providing support and capacity to both Kenya and Somalia in their vision to implement their global and national climate change commitments. This position will require an understanding of environmental impact assessments, mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance; global and national frameworks for climate including Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), National Adaptation Plans (NAPs); nature-based solutions and biodiversity; and the global climate finance architecture. The Environment and Climate Specialist will work closely with GAC staff, partner organizations, government agencies, and local communities to promote gender-sensitive, sustainable, and environmentally responsible legislation, policy and project implementation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Environmental Compliance and Monitoring:

*Monitor and ensure compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and project-specific environmental safeguards.

*Regularly assess environmental risks and propose mitigation measures.

*Advise GAC on best practices in maximizing climate change and environment-related results within Canadian-funded programmes and projects.

*Prepare and submit regular reports, including on environmental performance and compliance.

2. Stakeholder Engagement:

*Collaborate with GAC staff, partner organizations, likeminded donors, local communities, and government agencies to address environmental and climate change concerns and foster inclusive and gender-sensitive responses.

*Participate in and provide guidance on consultations and engagement sessions related to environmental and climate change matters, including, gender-integration, climate finance, nature-based solutions and biodiversity.

*Identify capacity gaps and opportunities for GAC staff, partner organizations, local communities, and government agencies’ engagement in climate- and environment-related fora.

3. Reporting and Documentation:

*Draft, review and/or provide input on project documents, reports, and proposals, as requested.

*Prepare and submit regular reports, including on environmental performance and compliance.

*Maintain accurate records of key contacts, reports, and other aspects as required.

*Draft reports based on findings from project site visits.

4. Capacity Building:

*Provide training, build awareness, share best practices to GAC staff, partner organizations, local communities and government agencies.

*Stay informed about emerging climate change- and environment-related issues and disseminate relevant information to GAC.

*Provide assistance and capacity building support to GAC staff, government agencies, partner organizations and local communities, including on global commitments and national climate strategies and frameworks, including those related to climate finance.

5. Environmental Innovation:

*Identify opportunities for gender-sensitive, sustainable, and eco-friendly practices, including within project activities.

*Research and propose innovative solutions to reduce environmental impacts and enhance gender-sensitivity, sustainability, and climate resilience.

*Identify opportunities to showcase and leverage Canada-funded activities, results and innovations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, climate change, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

Minimum Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental management or a climate change related field, preferably in the context of international development projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

*Thorough understanding of Kenyan, Somali and Canadian environmental and climate change legislation, policies, and regulations including NDCs and NAPs.

*Experience and knowledge of global climate change commitments and the global climate finance architecture.

*Experience in conducting environmental impact assessments and developing mitigation strategies.

*Significant experience designing and monitoring environment and climate change projects.

*Knowledge and experience on integration of gender equality, climate change mitigation, climate change adaptation, and nature-based solutions.

*Strong data analysis and reporting skills.

*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

*Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team.

*Certification in environmental impact assessment or related field is an advantage.

*Knowledge of the local culture and environmental context in Kenya and Somalia

*Ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders and local communities.

*Problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in challenging and multicultural environments.

*Ability to travel throughout Somalia and Kenya.

The following skills and experience will be an asset:

-Technical skills in Climate change mitigation and adaptation practices

-Proficiency in environmental monitoring tools and software.

Language Requirements: Excellent English language skills, as most of the reporting will be written in English.

Working arrangements:

The Environment and Climate Change Specialist will attend meetings virtually and in-person. All travel expenses will be subject to prior approval by FSSP manager.

The specialist will report to the Project Manager, Field Support Services Project (FSSP) and work closely with Canadian High Commission specifically the development team.

Ownership of Intellectual Property:

Documentation produced by the Specialist in the performance of the work under the contract shall remain the property of the Canadian High Commission.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested applicants must include the following documents:

CV indicating past experience from similar projects, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate and at least three (3) professional references.

Cover Letter indicating why the Candidate considers him/herself as the most suitable for the assignment.

Financial Proposal The financial proposal should specify an all-inclusive daily rate (including taxes, time-off benefits, all statutory contributions, social contributions, and insurance). The daily rate should consider a maximum working day of 7.5 hours.

Applications must be submitted by 22nd February 2024 by 5:00 p.m. Apply here: Cowater International Career Opportunities - Cowater International with the subject: Environment and Climate Change Specialist. Any applications received after this time will not be considered.

Evaluation of Applications:

The proposals that achieve a minimum of 70% in the technical desk review shall be further considered for interviews and written tests. The award of the contract shall be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as:

a) responsive/compliant/acceptable; and

b) having received the highest score out of set of weighted technical criteria (70% - Comprising of 15% scores of desk review, 25% written test, and 30% scores of interviews) and financial criteria (30%).

The Financial score shall be computed as a ratio of the proposal being evaluated and the lowest priced proposal received by FSSP for the assignment.

Technical Score (70%)

Financial Score (30%)

1. Based on Qualification (desk review) (15%)

2. Written test (25%)

3. Interview (30%)

NB: Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 70 points (70% of the desk technical review) will be considered for the Financial Evaluation

Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law.

We thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.

ABOUT US:

With more than 35 years’ experience, Cowater International is Canada’s global leader in management consulting services specializing in international development and has managed the implementation of over 800 projects in more than 80 countries around the globe. We work with governments, partner organizations, communities and civil society to design and implement sustainable solutions that generate lasting social, financial and environmental impacts. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Cowater International also has corporate offices in Montreal, Quebec; London, United Kingdom; Nairobi, Kenya; and Brussels, Belgium, in addition to project offices in a wide variety of other locations across Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia.

We thank you for your interest in building a better tomorrow with Cowater International.

How to apply:

Follow the link below.

https://www.cowater.com/en/career/career-opportunities/?ja-job=481233