SAPCONE is a Kenyan based non
–governmental organization whose mandate is to work with people particularly
pastoralist and fisher-folk communities in Northern Kenya as the main
beneficiaries of peace and development.
We do this through innovative project implementation for purposes of attaining sustainable livelihoods. Formed in 2006 as community based organization and transitioned in 2011 as National Public Benefits Organization.
Since its inception in 2006 the
organization, has implemented several projects on good governance and social
accountability, increase access to education and child protection ,support and
strengthen community projects for resilience and livelihoods, Promote
innovative peace building and recurring conflict among Turkana and cross border
communities in South Omo zone in Ethiopia.
We do this through innovative project implementation for purposes of attaining sustainable livelihoods. Formed in 2006 as community based organization and transitioned in 2011 as National Public Benefits Organization.
SAPCONE is seeking a dynamic and
suitable qualified person for the position mention below and be based in the
duty station indicated.
Job Title: Counselor
Duty Station: Lodwar
Reference: SAP/CO/011/2018
# of Positions: 1
Duties and Responsibilities
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To provide psychosocial support to
selected cases of high risk cases or cases in need of specialized psychosocial
support or mental health interventions
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Participate in need assessments and
project evaluations aiming at contributing to the development of the child
protection programme strategy
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To support in the development of
intervention criteria for the psychosocial cases and design appropriate
technical responses to psychosocial and mental health cases
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Provide training and supervising the
CP team and community based structures on the management of children and
families with basic psychosocial and mental concerns
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Train CP team members on the child
friendly interviews techniques and implementation of psychosocial assessment
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Under the supervision of the Child
Protection Technical coordinator, coordinate with the Child Protection Senior
officer on assistance response to cases of children in need of psychosocial
interventions
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Establish and monitor psychosocial
and resilience building activities for all children at existing SAPCONE
facilities or in the community
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Develop networks for referral of high
risk cases and ensure regular follow ups of cases in need of additional and
mental health need
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Participate and represent SAPCONE in
relevant working group meetings/Forums at Turkana to enhance coordination and
foster good working relationship with partners
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Develop unit reports as required
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He/she will conduct his or her duties
in respect of the Charter of SAPCONE and the SAPCONE Child Protection
Safeguarding Policy.
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SAPCONE expects that its staff
professional conduct reflects proper behavior in accordance with local culture
and traditions
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He/she assures the moral protection
of the name of SAPCONE and defends in all circumstances the interests of the
movement.
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SAPCONE intervenes without any
affiliation for politics, religion or financial profit. He will direct his or
her activities and engagements without preoccupation of political, racial or
religious affiliation.
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He/she commits to observe discretion
on any information related to the organization functioning and beneficiary
related issues
Qualifications and Competencies
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Minimum bachelor degree in
Counselling / Counselling Psychology / Psychological Counselling from a
recognized university. Clinical experience is a plus
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Experience in use of community based
approaches for the management of psychosocial and mental health issues
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Experience in application of
innovative / creative and evidence based psychosocial and mental health issues
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Minimum of three years’ experience
with prominence in psychosocial and mental health assignments
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Experience in case management
including management of case conferences
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Project reporting and evaluation
experience
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Staff supervision experience
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Fluency in English, Kiswahili and
Turkana Language, and knowledge of Turkana culture and traditions is a plus
Job
Title: House Mother and House Father – Child Protection Project
Duty Station: Lodwar
Reference:
SAP/HM/012/2018
SAP/HF/013/2018
SAP/HF/013/2018
# of
Positions: 2
Duties and
Responsibilities
The responsibility of the House
Mother/Father is to provide personal care, ensuring good behavior and hygiene
standards of children are maintained.
He/She is in charge of the welfare
and well-being of children in the Children’s Home within the house and should
aim at providing a caring, safe and happy environment.
She must lend an empathetic ear to
children with problems or organize counseling services whenever necessary to
make them feel loved, appreciated and at home
Qualifications
and Competencies
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Secondary school level education (KCSE)
or its equivalent
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Experience working with children,
especially infants and toddlers required
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Formal training in Early Childhood
development / Knowledge about child development and appropriate practice is an
added advantage.
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Ability to communicate clearly and
concisely, verbally and in writing, in English, Kiswahili and local languages.
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Well organized; able to plan and set
priorities
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Basic counselling skills
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Able to maintain confidentiality
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Easily makes rapport with children of
all ages
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Able to relate with guardians in a
professional way.
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Has ability to mentor and be of good
example to children.
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Team-player, ready to help others
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Trainable, ready and able to learn
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Sensitive and understanding
Job
Title: Cook
Duty Station: Lodwar and Lowarengak
Reference: SAP/CK/015/2018
# of
Positions: 2
Duties and
Responsibilities
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Scheduling activities and equipment
use with managers, using information on daily menus to help coordinate cooking
times.
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Verifying that prepared foods meets
requirement for quantity and quality.
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Maintaining Sanitation, Health and
safety standards in work areas.
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Preparing dough and following
recipes.
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Clean, stock and restock workstation
and display cases.
Qualifications
and Competencies
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Certificate from a culinary school
will be an added advantage.
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Experience in using cutting tools,
cookware and bake ware.
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Able to follow all sanitation
procedures.
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Able to work in a team.
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Reliable communication skills.
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Excellent physical condition and
stamina.
Job
Title: Human Resource and Admin Assistant
Duty Station: Lodwar
Reference: SAP/HRAA/014/2018
# of
Positions: 1
Duties and
Responsibilities
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Supporting recruitment and training
and development of staff and interns.
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Working together with programme,
finance and admin staff to make sure that staffs get paid correctly and on
time.
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Handle pensions and benefits
administration.
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Support in drafting job descriptions
in line with established job design and applicable policies and generally
accepted practices.
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Support actions geared at looking
after the health, safety and welfare of all SAPCONE staff.
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Support organization of staff
training sessions and activities.
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Advising line managers and other
employees on employment law and the employer’s own employment policies and
procedures.
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Support the negotiation of salaries,
contracts, working conditions or redundancy packages with staff and
representatives.
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Support the procurement processes
especially documentation of technical evaluation during staff and consultants’
recruitment, and bid analysis for procurement of goods and non-consultancy
services.
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Support general administrative and
logistics duties (booking of tickets, organization airport transfers, etc).
Qualifications
and Competencies
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A Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in a
relevant subject such as HR management or any relevant discipline.
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Candidates with relevant
apprenticeship, such as a higher apprenticeship in HR management may be
considered
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A professional qualification in HR
management and membership with recognized professional bodies will be an added
advantage.
How to Apply:
If you believe you have the above
skills and experience and desire to join SAPCONE in the aforementioned
capacity, please apply by sending a detailed CV and copies of certified
testimonials addressed
to the Human Resources Manager
via the following address: hr@turkanapeople.org
via the following address: hr@turkanapeople.org
please clearly indicate the position
title on the envelope.
Hand-written applications should be
addressed to
The Human Resource Manager
SAPCONE,
P.O Box 125 -30500
Lodwar
SAPCONE,
P.O Box 125 -30500
Lodwar
OR Hand delivered to SAPCONE HQ
Offices in Kanamkemer – Kampi Mpya area.
To reach us by 5pm Tuesday 12th June,
2018
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
SAPCONE is an equal opportunity
employer.
Female candidates are encouraged to
apply