The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves
vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in
Eastleigh, Nairobi.
The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance. Applications are invited for the following positions:
Urban
Program Coordinator-Nairobi The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance. Applications are invited for the following positions:
- The
Urban Program Coordinator is a core team position within the IRC Kenya
program.
- The
position is responsible for quality management, coordination,
implementation and monitoring of urban programs.
- This
position is responsible for supervision/overseeing of program, staff
management and capacity building, partner management and collaboration, as
well as quality implementation and advocacy.
- In
addition, the position will also be expected provide leadership to the
emerging IRC Kenya urban program through coordination, networking and
fundraising.
- The
position reports to the Deputy Director (Programs).
- The
Urban Program Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day
management of the urban Program site, oversight of partners and urban
program staff and developing/strengthening relations with government, UN
agencies and non-governmental actors.
- The
position offers generally supervisory support to all staff in the urban
program and directly supervises the coordinator of the GEM project,
Project Manager EASE, Project Officer NURRIA , Grants Intern, Finance
intern, Urban driver, various volunteers and, as well as providing support
to other key program staff at IRC and partner level.
- The
position will supervise coordinators and relevant managers to ensure
smooth coordination and integration of programming, as well as
implementation.
- The
position will be based in the Eastleigh office, with occasional travel to
other urban centers in Kenya and the Nairobi office.
Key Responsibilities
Urban Program Management
Urban Program Management
- Support
the development and implementation of work plans, effective utilization of
project funds, developing joint advocacy plans and ensuring that all
project activities are implemented in line with the project proposal
- Support
and manage the staff to ensure effective delegation of responsibility,
good coordination and integration of activities for greater program impact
is done
- Partner
coordination- work closely with the all the urban program partners to
ensure- quality and joint (to extent possible) program planning,
implementation, monitoring, spending and fundraising.
- The
coordinator will meet and visit program partner offices on at least
bi-monthly basis (twice a month) and will ensure joint decision-making and
implementation is done when possible.
- The
urban coordinator will also work closely with partners to ensure quality
management and implementation from their end.
- The
coordinator will support providing technical assistance to, and managing
relations with, partner organizations (including government); and advising
on community-based protection strategies, legal aid provision and advocacy
methodologies
- Lead
regular reviews of project programming, make recommendations for
improvements, and ensure lessons learned and best practices are documented
and used to improve project outcomes and approaches
- Represent
IRC at local, regional, and national levels and liaise with the Department
of Refugee Affairs, UNHCR, other UN agencies, international and national
NGOs, and government departments present in the region as directed by the
DDP
- Ensure
solid case management through intake of clients
- At
least on quarterly basis analyze data of the urban program intake (and all
its initiatives) to provide more solid recommendations for future
programming/direction and strong management structure
- Manage
financial and logistics in relations with the overall programming for
better communication with the Nairobi office
- Provide
guidance to direct reports for quality planning, implementation,
monitoring and analysis
- Participate
as part of senior management team on issues of strategic planning,
promotion of IRC’s Program Framework; and other macro projects;
- Support
your staff in development of donor reports through thorough reviews and
ensure quality product is given to the grants. Work with grants on
addressing any comments/issues.
- Ensure
all projects under the urban program are in synch, integrated to the
extent possible and well coordinated to ensure the biggest impact on
beneficiaries
Operation Support Management
- Overall
staff management of the urban program, provide strong guidance for quality
planning, implementation and monitoring
- Ensure
successful recruitment of all urban program staff, taking into account
cultural (primarily language), technical, professional, leadership and
teamwork qualities.
- Design
and implement staff training plans for national team members and community
volunteers.
- Oversee/
conduct trainings for staff, community leaders as well as service
providers
- Provide
ongoing leadership, mentorship and guidance to staff and volunteers to
ensure programming meets best practice standards and prioritizes the
security of beneficiaries and staff
- Providing
regular feedback to staff, conducting evaluations, and tracking team
objectives. Ensure that all staff work in an efficient and timely manner,
that their JDs are aligned with the direction of the urban program and
existing program approach
- Oversee
administrative, human resources, logistics and fiscal management of all
field office operations including security; and coordinate with the IRC
main office to ensure there is regular follow up. No delays of procurement
should be longer than 2 months.
- Follow
up with logistics and security in Nairobi to ensure that staff are safe
and programs can be implemented without major challenges
- Finance
and Grant Management
- Develop
and oversee budgets for relevant projects in line with the donor and IRC
policies and practices
- Monitor
project budgets (including those of partners) to ensure spending is in
line with the approved budget and in compliance with donor regulations;
- Develop,
in consultation with the project team, monitoring and evaluation plans for
the project
Strategy Development and Advocacy
- Develop
the urban program strategy and structure for most efficient and successful
implementation and design of the urban program
- Roll
out and implement the Strategy
- Work
with the GoK and other agencies to develop sound refugee Management Laws
and Policies in Kenya
- Work
with other agencies in advocacy initiative on refugee and urbanization
issues.
- Provide
information to senior management on latest urban trends/issues in Kenya
- Develop
advocacy and fundraising strategies as deemed appropriate by the DDP and
senior management
- Develop
program approach design in collaboration with relevant TUs and DDP
- Lead
efforts to mobilize a broad constituency of civil society actors to engage
in advocacy, awareness raising and dialogue with government stakeholders
and the Kenyan public on refugee rights
- Collect,
analyze and document information relating to protection/rule of law
problems and ensure that this information is shared appropriately with key
protection actors
Coordination and Networking
- Attend
and contribute to coordination meetings focused on urban refugees, urban
vulnerability and other relevant humanitarian and development forums
- Prepare
monthly progress reports capturing learning and analysis
- Establish/strengthen
strategic partnerships with relevant donors, NGOs, UN agencies and
government officials in order to effectively implement the project and
respond to protection needs in a coordinated and complementary manner
- Provide
technical oversight and support to the urban programs, including the EC
funded project and to ensure that programs utilize best practice and
commonly accepted international methods, procedures and guidelines
- Coordinate
with the IRC Technical Counterparts (HQ based and in country)
Business Development
- Work
with the DDP to develop new ideas for fundraising and programming within
the urban areas.
- Ensure
continuation of existing programs and develop new ones for sustainability
through proposal development, advocacy and fundraising, programs within
the urban areas is consultation the team and the DDP.
- Analyze
existing and future donors supporting urban refugee and program
initiatives and provide suggestions to the DDP and Grants/senior
management as well
- Identify
and map out new partnerships for the IRC urban program (private, NGO,
media, government, etc) – work with Nicholas on this.
- Ensure
that programs are designed and implemented to the highest quality
possible, with consideration of target population, impact on beneficiaries
and sustainability in mind
- Create
innovative solutions for existing programming, but also innovative
approaches for future programming as part of urban program strategy
- Develop
innovative concept papers/proposals in coordination with the grants unit,
as well as IRC budget drafts for finance reviews
Requirements
- Advanced
university degree preferably in Human Rights/International Law,
International Relations, Public Policy, or related field
- At
least 6 years of experience in starting up and implementing programs
related to protection, rule of law, urban vulnerability etc
- Previous
work experience in urban refugee settings desirable
- Previous
budget and fiscal oversight responsibilities; experience working
through/with sub grants and partners desired
- Experience
with capacity building of local partners and communities
- Strong
project cycle management experience
- Previous
experience of designing and implementing advocacy campaigns
- Strong
networking skills and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations
diplomatically
- Experience
in staff management
- Experience
in running a small office, including operations management, good planning
and budget review skills
- Experience
coordinating multi-faceted projects and teams, preferably in the region
- Must
be able to work independently while being a strong team player
Maternity Nurse-Kakuma
- Working
under the guidance and supervision of the Midwife In charge of the
Maternity Unit, the maternity nurse will be directly responsible for;
- Diagnosing,
monitoring, and examining mothers during pregnancy and in labor.
- Developing,
assessing and evaluating individual programs of care.
- Providing
full antenatal care, including counseling and screening tests in the
hospital.
- Identifying
high risk pregnancies and making referral to clinicians and other medical
specialist.
- Arranging
and providing parenting and health education for the mother, her partner
and family members
- Responsible
for the delivery of the mother, ensuring the safety of both the mother and
child.
- Offering
support and advice following events such as miscarriage, stillbirth,
neonatal abnormality and neonatal death.
- Supervising
and assisting mothers in labor, monitoring labor using the pantograph and
writing of nursing care plans.
- Ensure
that all relevant records are properly kept and updated
- Arrange
and submit work schedules, plan duties and responsibilities for staff in
the unit.
- Monitor
and supervise rational use of supplies.
- Maintain
equipment in good condition and submit regular inventory reports of the
same.
- Conduct
regular Continuous Medical Education and On-job trainings to staff in the
unit.
- Attend
the hospital staff meeting and the reproductive health meetings.
- Conduct
weekly ward meetings.
- Compile
and submit weekly HIS reports.
- Ensure
that the birth Registration of babies is carried out, list compiled and
submitted to UNHCR monthly.
- Advising
the mother on proper care of the child including; Breastfeeding and
immunization. Carry out other relevant and/or requested duties as may be
required by the supervisor
Key Result Areas:
- Ability
to diagnose, monitor and examine a mother during pregnancy and in labor.
- Ability
to identify high risk pregnancies and make referrals to clinicians and
other medical specialist
- Ability
to ensure timely Birth Registration of babies is carried out.
Required Qualifications:
Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN)/ Kenya Registered Midwife. (KRM) and be registered by the nursing council.
Required Experience & Competencies:
Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN)/ Kenya Registered Midwife. (KRM) and be registered by the nursing council.
Required Experience & Competencies:
- At
least two years experience working in a busy maternity unit.
- Life
support Skills on obstetric and neonatal care.
- Computer
literate
- Team
player and cultural sensitivity is required.
- Ability
to work in hardship areas (Previous experience in a Camp setting will be
an added advantage).
- Fluency
in Turkana/Somali will be an added advantage
Full Job descriptions can be downloaded at www.rescue.org/careers
To apply please go to http://www.rescue.org/careers and search for Name of the Position.
Please apply on or before April 12, 2012
IRC leading the way from harm to home
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Public Alert:Disclaimer
Misuse of Our Name For Fraudulent Activities
The Management of International Rescue Committee (IRC) Kenya, wishes to inform the general public that it has come to our notice, that some unauthorized groups and organized individuals posing as our staff have been extorting money from the general public for their personal gains promising to offer jobs within IRC.
The general public should please take note all vacant IRC jobs has are advertised either in the local print media or on our website www.rescue.org/careers. Interested candidates are Not required to pay any recruitment/interview fee.
You are encouraged to report such individuals/groups to the nearest police station to investigate their conduct or to IRC at IRCKenya@rescue.org .
To apply please go to http://www.rescue.org/careers and search for Name of the Position.
Please apply on or before April 12, 2012
IRC leading the way from harm to home
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Public Alert:Disclaimer
Misuse of Our Name For Fraudulent Activities
The Management of International Rescue Committee (IRC) Kenya, wishes to inform the general public that it has come to our notice, that some unauthorized groups and organized individuals posing as our staff have been extorting money from the general public for their personal gains promising to offer jobs within IRC.
The general public should please take note all vacant IRC jobs has are advertised either in the local print media or on our website www.rescue.org/careers. Interested candidates are Not required to pay any recruitment/interview fee.
You are encouraged to report such individuals/groups to the nearest police station to investigate their conduct or to IRC at IRCKenya@rescue.org .