Background Information:
Fafi Integrated Development Association (FaIDA) is an NGO
operating in Fafi District. FaIDA has received funding support from the
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) under the Kenya Drought Recovery Program.
The project will support restoration of livestock assets and
provide training to pastoralists in animal health, improved animal husbandry
practices and marketing.
Position Title: Project
Manager
Location: Alinjugur
Office
Reports To: Programs
Coordinator
Key Responsibilities
- Plan
the various stages of cash/vouchers transfers for the project
beneficiaries during and after animal fairs ;
- Assess
the activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources;
- Coordinate
a process of documentation that ensures that key processes, outputs and
approaches are continuously documented and submitted (Monthly, quarterly
and final reports) and ensure the reports are timely and of the highest
quality.
- Set
up technical evaluation exercises during and following implementation.
- Ensure
that financial, programming and reporting requirements for vouchers and
cash operations are met, in consultation with CRS HC Program Manager
- Liaise
with CRS HC Program manager on issues related to cash/voucher transfers
during and after the animal fairs
- Manage
all staff working under him/her in the project including, appraisal,
management, general well-being, job descriptions and work schedules etc.
and set clear objectives for staff and guide staff to develop their skills
(capacity building).
Academic/Technical Qualifications:
- A
masters degree in Social Sciences, Environmental Science, OR demonstrated
equivalent qualifications including extensive relevant experience in
livelihoods & water engineering.
- At
least 5 years of progressive experience in a similar post with NGO or
international organizations or INGO especially on implementation of cash
transfers projects
- Excellent
communication , analytical and drafting skills for effective reporting on
programme financial performance;
Other Skills Required
- Strong
leadership skills and a supportive management style
- Able
to prioritize clearly, enforce procedures, multi task, work under
pressure, high level of organization, leadership & project management
skills
- Good
communication skills; Knowledge of the Somali language is an added
advantage
- Excellent
Computer skills including working knowledge of GPS systems.
- Ability
to monitor and evaluate financial and monitoring skills of communities
through capacity building efforts;
Position Title: Livelihoods
Project Officer
2 Positions
Location: Alinjugur
Office
Reports To: Project
Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible
for management of the livestock restoration and Community Resiliency
Project in Fafi District;
- Prepare
monthly/Quarterly narrative and financial reports based on CRS guidelines
- In
collaboration with the Project Manager and M & E Officer, develop
program monitoring systems that include participatory methods for gauging
activity progress, effectiveness of interventions, achievement toward
objectives, ability to measure stated indicators, program adherence to
methodology, and financial expenditures;
- Work
closely with the community, DLPO, DWO AND DVO to identify the most
vulnerable households to be targeted, using a transparent, criteria-based
process
- Participate
in the Identification and training of Community Based Animal Health
Workers on Livestock Emergency Guidelines
- Participate
in distribution of vouchers to beneficiaries before the livestock fairs
- Work
with relevant stakeholders in the preparation of the livestock fair
- Mobilize
traders, vendors and beneficiaries to effectively participate in the
market fairs
- Identity
and participate in capacity strengthening for WUAs in the respective
project areas
Academic Qualifications:
- University
degree in a development related field;
- At
least 3 years of progressive professional experience in the livelihood
sector at NGO level
- Prior
working experience and knowledge of the project area will be an added
advantage
- Excellent
analytical skills.
Other Skills Required
- Excellent
communication and drafting skills for effective reporting on programme
financial performance;
- Ability
to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;
- Familiarity
with the aid system, and understanding of donor and governmental
requirements;
- Fluency
in English required, Knowledge of the local language is desirable
- Ability
to operate Microsoft Word, Excel and Project Management software
Position Title: Monitoring
and Evaluation Officer
Location: Alinjugur
Office
Reports To: Project
Manager
Key Responsibilities:
- Organize
capacity building efforts in the areas of research and analysis,
implementing monitoring and evaluation systems and effective reporting and
communication of program results;
- Ensure
positive community involvement and participation in program
implementation.
- Ensure
that donor requirements and project targets are met during program
implementation and suggest adjustments where necessary.
- Present
weekly, monthly and quarterly progress reports to the Project Manager
- Coordinate
and support project coordinator, Manager and Livelihood Officers in the
planning and undertaking of field assessments and technical evaluations of
current and ongoing projects.
- Take
the lead in data collection, entry, analysis, cleaning and validation to
ensure quality and consistency; compile and disseminate reports in
appropriate formats as needed for project planning and progress reviews
and/or as per donor and CRS requirements.
- Regular
updating of the FaIDA Website
Academic Qualifications
- University
degree in a development related field;
- At
least 3 years of progressive professional experience in M&E at NGO
level
- Prior
working experience and knowledge of the project area will be an added
advantage
- Excellent
analytical skills;
Other Skills Required
- Strong
analytical skills
- Report
writing and editing skills
- Good
written and oral communication skills
- Excellent
IT skills and data treatment applications
- Strong
English communication skills (oral and written).
- Knowledge
of the Somali language is an added advantage
Position Title: Finance
Officer
1 Position
Location: Alinjugur
Office
Reports To: Project
Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible
for program accountancy.
- Organize
the sending of field accounting files to Garissa on a regular basis
(maximum every two months).
- Ensure
that accounting files are properly followed up and identified.
- Responsible
for accounting cashbooks follow up.
- Along
with his/her Project Manager, supervise the financial follow up (expenses,
cash forecast ...).
- Responsible
to ensure that donor’s rules and regulations are respected.
- Responsible
to ensure that cash flow between Garissa and Alinjugur, is properly
organized, planned and that all payment made by the local transfer
companies are duly documented.
- Share
with the Project Manager every information about Financial needs
- Participate
in the monthly general planning of the program
Academic Qualifications
- University
Degree in Financial Management, Accounting, Commerce, or any other
relevant fields
- Three
(3) years or more experience in audits, financial management and
reporting, budgeting and accounting
- Experience
in working for an NGO is an added advantage.
- Experience
in writing Narrative and Financial reports writing and presentation
Other Skills Required
- Strong
analytical skills
- Report
writing and editing skills
- Good
written and oral communication skills
- Ability
to transfer knowledge through formal or non formal trainings
- Excellent
IT skills and data treatment applications
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a CV and one-page cover
letter outlining their motivation and suitability for the above position by
email to recruitment@faidakenya.org by 18th June 2012.
or
The Finance and Administration Officer,
Fafi Integrated Development Association (FaIDA)
P. O. Box 1556 70100, Garissa
Fafi Integrated Development Association (FaIDA)
P. O. Box 1556 70100, Garissa
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted
