SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an
affiliate of SOS CV- International whose mission is to build families for
children in need, help them shape their own futures and share in the
development of their communities.
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya also
runs education and health institutions and works with local communities through
Families Strengthening Programs.
In Kenya, the organisation runs five
Children’s Villages in Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret, Meru and Kisumu.
We seek to recruit internally a
dynamic mature persons to become Programme
Administrator for SOS Children’s Villages – Meru.
Key Functions of the Job
The Programme Administrator will
undertake various duties which include but not limited to the following:-
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Perform general administrative duties
in the programme, working in close collaboration with the Programme Director.
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Ensures effective management of Human
Resource Records at the location.
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Supervise support and maintenance
staff, Support fundraising and public relations initiatives.
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Ensure proper financial management;
by assisting in the preparation of annual budgets and strict adherence to
finance and administrative policies.
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Asset management; including updating
asset registers, procurement and control of asset usage.
Required Qualifications / Abilities
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Degree in Project Management or
Social Sciences preferably Business Administration.
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Must be computer literate.
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Training in Accounting or human
resource management will be an added advantage.
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At least 3 years work experience in
an international NGO.
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Good team player with excellent
interpersonal and organizational skills.
The position offers a competitive
remuneration and benefits package.
We seek to recruit a suitably qualified person for the
following position:
Project Coordinator Tracking Progress of the Implementation of Alternative
Care in Kenya – National Office Nairobi.
Key Functions of the Job
The Project Coordinator will provide overall leadership in
the national implementation of a two-year project on “Strengthening National
Alternative Care Implementation & Information Management Systems”, playing
a key role in influencing quality and effectiveness of the project.
In the coordinating role, the Coordinator is accountable
and responsible for the project design; development of project implementation
work plan and related Monitoring and Evaluation tools; development of
sustainable and formal partnerships with stakeholders in government and
Non-Governmental agencies; leading project implementation, monitoring and
reporting.
S/he will undertake various duties which include but not
limited to:
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Provides overall leadership in the
design and management of the project
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Leads monitoring and evaluation of
project activities/Quality Management
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Ensures monitoring and evaluation of
project activities/Quality Management
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Financial management and
administration, authorization and approval of expenditures
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Build and manage positive relations
with the government representatives, develop appropriate partnerships and
networks
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Participates in National forums
dealing with issues affecting beneficiaries of SOS target group and promotes
the work of SOS to various organizations and communities.
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Builds strong working relationships
with National project coordinators
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Coordinates the appropriate
allocation of project resources, in line with the annual plan and budget.
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Responsible for budgetary control so
that the program’s financial resources are used efficiently and within the
approved limits.
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Implements financial and
administrative procedures, in line with policies/guidelines of the national
association and in consultation with financial support staff.
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Ensures that mechanisms for
monitoring efficiency and accountability in the use of resources are in a place
and functioning well.
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Ensures programme implementation is
in accordance with project plan, programme description (donor proposal) and
appropriate partnership agreements between SOS CV Kenya and funders
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Acts as focal point for the project
in Kenya in relation to all major inquiries and work matters.
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Designs the project and related
plans, in partnership with SOS Eastern and Southern Africa Federation (ESAF)
and SOS CV Norway.
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Leads the National project team and
drives project implementation according to plan, involving relevant SOS CV
Kenya staff, government representatives and National CSO representatives
Required Qualifications / Abilities
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Documented experience conducting
Child Rights Situational Analysis and/or similar evaluation process, including
use of such for structured advocacy purposes
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Familiarity with and/or direct
knowledge of UN Guidelines for Alternative Care of Children (UNGA), Convention
of the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), African Charter on the Rights and Welfare
of the Child (ACRWC) and relevant international rights documentation /
reporting processes and the on-going care reforms in the children’s sector.
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At least 3 years of documented
Project / Grant management experience
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University Degree, preferably
master’s degree in Sociology, Social Work, Community Development, Project
Management or other relevant social sciences.
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Must have no criminal record and a
demonstrated understanding of Children’s issues and rights.
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Ability to effectively interact with
Management
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Ability to interact effectively with
other members staff
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Good team player
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Ability to work within strict
deadlines.
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Ability to multi task and able to
travel out of station frequently
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Be of high moral standing and
personal integrity.
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Demonstrated team player with
effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills.
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Strong people and performance
management skills and experience.
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Excellent problem-solving, technical,
managerial, and financial analysis skills and a focus on producing efficient,
reliable, and cost-effective data solutions as an individual or as part of a
team.
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Ability to multi-task.
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Demonstrated ability in meeting
deadlines while producing quality results.
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Excellent knowledge of relevant MS
Office packages necessary for day-to-day work.
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Strong oral and written communication
skills in English, including evidence of quality report writing and
presentations.
If you believe your experience, competencies and
qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send your
application letter(stating current and expected pay) & updated CV(with
details of at least 3 referees one of which must be immediate former employer)
addressed to the National Director to reach us on or before 6th December 2019
by email to: recruitment@soskenya.org
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an equal opportunity
employer and its Recruitment Policy addresses itself to the core values of best
practice, diversity and equality.
