Background: Plan International is a global organization that
works side by side with communities in 50 developing countries to end the cycle
of poverty for children and their families. Plan works at the community level
to develop customized solutions and ensure long-term sustainability.
Our
solutions are designed up-front to be owned by communities and range from clean
water and healthcare programs to education projects, economic empowerment,
child protection initiatives and youth civic engagement.Across program areas, Plan’s activities are guided by a Child-Centered Community Development (CCCD) approach, which is rights-based, holistic, gender-sensitive, and inclusive.
Vacancy: Deputy Chief of Party
Project and Position Description: Plan International is seeking a Deputy Chief
of Party for an anticipated multi-sectorial, USAID funded orphans and
vulnerable children project in Kenya.
The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will
support the Chief of Party in the management of the project.
S/he will be in charge of providing
technical and managerial leadership including technical oversight, financial
management and administration and grants management.
S/he oversees coordination of field
operations, provide support in the management of sub-grantees, and ensure that
activities meeting USAID and Plan standards.
The position is contingent upon award
of the project by the donor.
Responsibilities:
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Provides day-to-day leadership and
high quality delivery of the project: field operations, administration,
logistics and procurement.
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Manages, in coordination with the
COP, relationships and work with implementing partner organizations
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Manages donor relationships and
serves, along with the COP, as the primary project representative.
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Oversees the development of project
reports, annual work plans, and other documents as required by USAID and the
Government of Kenya.
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Facilitates knowledge management,
communications, and information flow for the project.
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Maintains a working knowledge of
project budgets and expenditure, and assists the Finance and Operations
Director to set up and implement appropriate systems for project financials.
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Supervises Technical and Operations
Specialists
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Serves as Acting Chief of Party when
the Chief of Party is unavailable.
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Ensures compliance in reporting to
USAID, Plan International, Plan US National Office (USNO) and Government of
Bangladesh counterparts.
Requirements:
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Minimum Master’s degree in International
Development, Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field;
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Strong knowledge of OVC related
programming in Kenya or the region.
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Experience managing a large child
focused program for an international NGO.
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Minimum of 8 years of experience in
managing large programs focused on OVC, community-based development, with
significant experience in managing USAID-funded programs (minimum 5 years).
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Demonstrated knowledge of USAID
project management including USAID rules and regulation and reporting
requirements.
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Demonstrated knowledge about gender
and development, and demonstrated experience and proficiency in managing
programs that mainstream gender.
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Demonstrated ability to implement
projects with rigorous timelines and deliverables and to track program quality
through donor approved monitoring and evaluation systems.
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Experience working and collaborating
with diverse sets of stakeholders, such as local NGOs, government officials,
donor representatives, local and international staff.
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Ability to respond on short notice
and plan and execute several activities at once.
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Ability to work under pressure, as
part of a team or independently, and meet deadlines consistently.
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Proven experience hiring, training,
and supervising teams of international and local staff.
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Proven leadership, inter-personal and
cross-cultural skills, and ability to build and motivate diverse teams.
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Work experience in Kenya .
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Excellent English oral and written
communication skills; knowledge of Swahili preferred.
Vacancy: Economic
Strengthening Technical Director
Position Description: Plan is seeking applicants for a
proposed Technical Team Lead for an anticipated multi-sectorial, USAID funded
orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) project in Kenya.
The Economic Strengthening Technical
Director will have responsibility for implementation of all activities
associated with improving the economic stability of households caring for OVC
and successful integration with other project interventions.
This position is contingent upon
award of the project by the donor.
Responsibilities
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Lead technical design, oversight, and
monitoring of activities associated with improving the economic stability of
households caring for OVC.
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Contribute detailed and accurate technical
deliverables and reports to fulfill USAID and PEPFAR reporting requirements.
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Coordinate technical activities with
the USAID Kenya mission, partners, sub-recipients, government agencies,
international and local NGOs, and community organizations.
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Ensure the timely and quality
completion of program technical deliverables and reports in accordance with
USAID guidelines.
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Supervise a team and oversee
implementation of annual program work and plans. Lead the development of annual
work plans and contribute to development of performance monitoring plans.
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As a member of the senior management
team contribute to strategic and operational roll out of all project
activities. Work closely with other project technical experts on all project
activities.
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Liaise and coordinate with other
related projects and activities in Kenya, including Plan’s ongoing programs.
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Ensure Plan’s Child Protection Policy
and Guidelines are adhered to during project implementation.
Key Qualifications and Skills
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Master’s degree in social sciences or
social work or a related field; PhD, MD or DrPH a plus.
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At least 8 years of experience
designing, implementing and managing household economic strengthening
initiatives in/for developing countries.
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Experience in leveraging public
private partnerships preferred.
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Experience with USAID-funded projects
(ideally, in a senior technical position) highly preferred.
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Demonstrated knowledge about gender
and development, and demonstrated experience and proficiency in managing
programs that mainstream gender.
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Demonstrated ability to design and
implement strategies that employ evidence-based approaches to meet project
targets, especially under rigorous timelines.
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Experience working and collaborating
with diverse sets of stakeholders, such as local NGOs, government officials,
donor representatives, and international staff.
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Proven leadership, inter-personal and
cross-cultural skills, and ability to build and motivate diverse teams.
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Work experience in Kenya highly
preferred.
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Excellent English oral and written
communication skills; knowledge of Swahili preferred.
Vacancy: Finance and Operations Director
Description: Plan is seeking applicants for a proposed Finance
and Operations Director for an anticipated multi-sectorial, USAID funded
orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) project in Kenya.
The Finance and Operations Director
is responsible for overseeing project finances and administrative operations in
accordance with relevant USAID regulations and in line with Plan’s financial
and administrative management policy provisions.
The Finance and Operations Director
will supervise grant management and financial reporting on grant performance
and will ensure best use of resources by managing the preparation of sound
budgets, monitoring project expenses, and assuring timely preparation of donor
financial reports..
This position is contingent upon
award of the project by the donor.
Responsibilities
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Provide oversight of financial and
administrative management of the project in compliance with donor’s rules and
regulations
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Supervise all financial management to
ensure best use of resources through sound budgeting, monitoring of project
expenses, and timely preparation of donor financial reports.
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Develop and implement monthly
project-wide financial review (project tracker) and analysis, as well as
provide timely and reliable financial information for decision-making.
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Maintain strong internal policies,
processes, and controls systems in order to provide timely, consistent and
accurate financial and budget management.
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Develop strategic planning, work
planning, and budgeting processes.
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Work closely with Plan International
USA home office and Plan Kenya country office staff on internal and external
financial reviews and audits; work closely with project
finance/grants/administrative staff and sub-grantees to ensure appropriate
implementation of same.
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Prepare financial reports for donors.
Key Qualifications and Skills
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Master’s degree in finance or
financial management, and/or a professional qualification in accountancy.
Bachelor’s degree with significant experience in project finance management may
be accepted.
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Significant experience managing
programs funded by the U.S. Government, including experience managing finances
for USAID-funded projects.
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Extensive experience in financial
management and/or project administration.
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Demonstrated knowledge of Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) applicable to USA accounting procedures
and processes.
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In-depth knowledge of USAID financial
management rules and regulations and other key USG regulations, including USAID
22 CFR Part 226 Administration of Assistance Awards to U.S. Non-Governmental
Organizations, 22 CFR Part 145 Grants and Agreements with Non-Profits, OMB
Circulars A-122, Cost principles for non-profit organizations, and A-133 Audit
of states, local governments, and non-profits.
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Ability to adopt new software and
financial management systems.
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Excellent communication, management,
and leadership skills.
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Proven analytical skills in isolating
priorities and tackling them.
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Demonstrated knowledge about gender
and development, and demonstrated experience and proficiency in managing
programs that mainstream gender.
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Work experience in Kenya highly
preferred.
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Excellent English oral and written
communication skills; knowledge of Swahili preferred.
How to Apply
Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and as such qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Further, Qualified Kenyan nationals, including those living in the diaspora, are additionally highly encouraged to apply.
To apply please send a cover letter, USAID 1420 biodata form, and resume in English through our recruitment portal (CLICK HERE to access our recruitment portal)
The biodata form can be downloaded
separately from the recruitment portal alongside the job descriptions under the
title USAID1420 Biodata Form (or CLICK HERE to download).
Applicants who fail to meet the
application criteria may be disqualified.
The deadline for applications is 5th
December 2014.