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MSI
is a Washington, D.C.-based international development firm providing
specialized short- and long-term technical assistance. Since its 1981 founding,
MSI has grown in size and technical scope, now implementing and managing more
than 70 projects worldwide.
Today,
our range of technical expertise includes analytical and field projects in
democracy and governance, economic growth, strategic planning, organizational
capacity building, health and the justice sector.
MSI
focuses on helping our local partners foster progress, manage change and
improve the effectiveness of development assistance.
We
expanded our global footprint in 2008 by becoming part of Coffey, a leading
geoscience, international development and project management firm, and a
publicly traded company on the Australian Stock Exchange.
Alongside
the international development arm of Coffey, MSI has corporate offices in 17
countries. Together, MSI and Coffey employ more than 1,400 professionals
worldwide. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at
www.msiworldwide.com.
Project Summary:
Project Summary:
The purpose of this ABEO Stakeholder Mapping is to:
- conduct a
mapping assessment that identifies individuals and organizations
(stakeholders) critical to the achievement of USAID/Kenya’s agriculture,
business and environment projects goals;
- identify the nature
of stakeholder engagement with USAID-funded projects, including a
classification of the level of engagement;
- outline the
nature of influence different stakeholders have on USAID project
objectives, and how they are in turn affected by the projects; and
- provide a set of
options to USAID/Kenya on how to strategically improve relationships among
stakeholders so that optimal development outcomes are achieved. The
product of this assessment will be used in the development of
USAID/Kenya’s Stakeholder Engagement Strategy.
Agricultural Value Chain Analysis Specialist, USAID/Kenya
Agriculture, Business and Environment Office (ABEO) Stakeholder Mapping
Assessment, Kenya
Position Summary:
Position Summary:
Under this task order, the Agricultural Value Chain Analysis Specialist will support the Team Leader to conduct the ABEO/Kenya Stakeholder Assessment.
The
assessment will review all relevant USAID project documents, which will include
five agriculture and business projects, and four natural resource management
projects, and conduct assessment at the national and county-level (27
counties).
The position is open to internationals and nationals (Kenyans are strongly encouraged to apply).
Responsibilities:
The Agricultural Value Chain Analysis Specialist, under the stewardship of the Team Leader will conduct field assessments at the national and county levels to answer the following questions for each of the nine projects:
- Identify
individuals and organizations (stakeholders) critical to the achievement
of USAID/Kenya’s agriculture, business and environment projects goals, and
describe why each is strategically important.
- Assess the
nature of stakeholder engagement
- Classify as
unaware of USAID’s project; aware; somewhat engaged, or highly engaged.
- Are stakeholder
interests/needs/objectives in alignment with each other?
- Are stakeholders
organized, and if so, how and for what purpose?
- What process of
dialogue and decision-making is used among stakeholders?
- Outline the
nature of stakeholder relationships
- How do the
various stakeholder groups influence ABEO projects?
- How do ABEO
projects affect the various stakeholder groups?
- Provide
recommendations on how USAID/Kenya can strategically improve relationships
among stakeholders so that optimal development outcomes are achieved.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of eight
years of experience in value chain analysis, particularly for maize and
drought-tolerant staple, livestock, horticulture and diary sectors;
developing partnerships in agriculture and business sectors for
sustainable development in rural areas; developing public/private
partnerships in agriculture.
- Proven
experience in stakeholder analysis mapping exercises; organizational development—with
strong skills and experience in assessing group dynamics, organizational
conflict management and strategic partnerships.
- Proven
experience in participatory data collection methods, including moderating
focus groups and leading interviews.
- Proven
experience in data analysis methods, particularly qualitative analysis and
mapping;
- Minimum of
Master Degree in social sciences, economics, business, environmental
sciences, or related field.
- Knowledge of
Kenya, especially political economy, agricultural and environmental
sectors
- Excellent
English communication skills, both written and oral.
Only
candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone
calls, please.
Closing
Date:
19 July 2013
Team Leader, USAID/Kenya Agriculture, Business and Environment Office
(ABEO) Stakeholder Mapping Assessment, Kenya
Position Summary:
Under this task order, the Team Leader shall lead a large team to conduct the ABEO/Kenya Stakeholder Assessment.
Position Summary:
Under this task order, the Team Leader shall lead a large team to conduct the ABEO/Kenya Stakeholder Assessment.
The
assessment will review all relevant USAID project documents, which will include
five agriculture and business projects, and four natural resource management
projects, and conduct assessment at the national and county-level (27
counties).
Job Requirements
Responsibilities:
The Team Leader will shall conduct field assessments at the national and county levels to answer the following questions for each of the nine projects:
Job Requirements
Responsibilities:
The Team Leader will shall conduct field assessments at the national and county levels to answer the following questions for each of the nine projects:
- Identify
individuals and organizations (stakeholders) critical to the achievement
of USAID/Kenya’s agriculture, business and environment projects goals, and
describe why each is strategically important.
- Assess the
nature of stakeholder engagement
- Classify as
unaware of USAID’s project; aware; somewhat engaged, or highly engaged.
- Are stakeholder
interests/needs/objectives in alignment with each other?
- Are stakeholders
organized, and if so, how and for what purpose?
- What process of
dialogue and decision-making is used among stakeholders?
- Outline the
nature of stakeholder relationships
- How do the
various stakeholder groups influence ABEO projects?
- How do ABEO
projects affect the various stakeholder groups?
- Provide
recommendations on how USAID/Kenya can strategically improve relationships
among stakeholders so that optimal development outcomes are achieved.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 10
years of experience in stakeholder analysis mapping exercises;
organizational development—with strong skills and experience in assessing
group dynamics, organizational conflict management and strategic
partnerships; developing partnerships in agriculture, business and
environment sectors for sustainable development in rural areas.
- Minimum of
Master degree in social sciences, economics, business, environmental
sciences, or related field.
- Experience
leading large teams of people, managing multiple smaller teams of people
simultaneously and ensuring quality.
- Proven
experience in participatory data collection methods, including moderating
focus groups and leading interviews.
- Proven
experience in data analysis methods, particularly qualitative analysis and
mapping.
- Knowledge of
Kenya, especially political economy, agricultural and environmental
sectors.
- Excellent
English communication skills, both written and oral.
Only
candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone
calls, please.
How to apply:
Apply Here:
Closing
Date: 19 July 2013
Youth Specialist, USAID/Kenya Agriculture, Business and
Environment Office (ABEO) Stakeholder Mapping Assessment, Kenya
Position Summary:
Position Summary:
Under this task order, the Youth Specialist will support the Team Leader to conduct the ABEO/Kenya Stakeholder Assessment.
The
assessment will review all relevant USAID project documents, which will include
five agriculture and business projects, and four natural resource management
projects, and conduct assessment at the national and county-level (27
counties).
The position is open to internationals and nationals (Kenyans are strongly encouraged to apply).
The position is open to internationals and nationals (Kenyans are strongly encouraged to apply).
Job
Requirements
Responsibilities:
The Youth Specialist, under the stewardship of the Team Leader will conduct field assessments at the national and county levels to answer the following questions for each of the nine projects:
Responsibilities:
The Youth Specialist, under the stewardship of the Team Leader will conduct field assessments at the national and county levels to answer the following questions for each of the nine projects:
- Identify
individuals and organizations (stakeholders) critical to the achievement
of USAID/Kenya’s agriculture, business and environment projects goals, and
describe why each is strategically important.
Assess the nature of
stakeholder engagement
- Classify as
unaware of USAID’s project; aware; somewhat engaged, or highly engaged.
- Are stakeholder
interests/needs/objectives in alignment with each other?
- Are stakeholders
organized, and if so, how and for what purpose?
- What process of
dialogue and decision-making is used among stakeholders?
Outline the nature of
stakeholder relationships
- How do the
various stakeholder groups influence ABEO projects?
- How do ABEO
projects affect the various stakeholder groups?
Provide
recommendations on how USAID/Kenya can strategically improve relationships
among stakeholders so that optimal development outcomes are achieved.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of eight
years of experience in Youth research and/or programming, with an
expertise in analytical skills and approaches for inclusion; empowerment
of women, youth and vulnerable groups. *Minimum of Master Degree in social
sciences, economics, business, environmental sciences, or related field.
- Experience in
stakeholder analysis mapping exercises; organizational development—with
strong skills and experience in assessing group dynamics, organizational
conflict management and strategic partnerships; developing partnerships in
agriculture, business and environment sectors for sustainable development
in rural areas.
- Strong skills
and track-record in analyzing partnership linkages that benefit the poor
and most vulnerable, particularly for young girls and boys.
- Proven
experience in participatory data collection methods, including moderating
focus groups and leading interviews.
- Proven
experience in data analysis methods, particularly qualitative analysis and
mapping.
- Knowledge of
Kenya, especially political economy, agricultural and environmental
sectors.
- Excellent
English communication skills, both written and oral.
Only
candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone
calls, please.
How to apply:
Apply Here:
Closing Date: 19 July 2013
How to apply:
Apply Here:
Closing Date: 19 July 2013
