Field Coordinator Job in Kenya

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi. 

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance.  

Applications are invited for the following position:  

Vacancy: Field Coordinator - Kakuma
 
Sector: Program Management           
 
Location: Kenya           
 
Employee Type:  Regular           
 
Employee Category: Full Time           
 
Job Purpose / Objective: The Field Coordinator shall be responsible for supporting, coordinating and supervising the implementation of the IRC programs in Kakuma refugee camp with specific focus in ensuring effective functionality of all the support functions of the program. 

Additionally, the FC will support adherence to the Mission Strategic Objectives in the Kenya Program within program development in Kakuma refugee camp. The FC will also be responsible for grant management and reporting. 

The FC will be responsible for direct supervision and monitoring Human Resources, Administration, Supply Chain, Finance and all Program functions of the program to ensure strict compliance to all IRC procedures/policies. 

The FC will oversee day to day management of Staff Safety and security during all phases of field operations. 

The FC will also be responsible for assessing program support and program support staff quality, effectiveness and providing guidance and support to staff. 

The FC will from time to time represent the IRC Kakuma refugee camp program in various coordination forums. 

The FC reports to the Deputy Director of Operation and will be responsible for the following:

Key Responsibilities:-

Program Management:

Grant management
  • Ensure quality and timely implementation of grants by staff with specific focus to the program support sections of each respective grant;
  • Oversee the development of detailed project work plans for all programs and program support functions;
  • Oversee all budget expenditures in the IRC Kakuma operation and ensure they are allowable and allocable according to IRC and donor regulations.
  • Ensure accurate budget spending and tracking by program managers and program support functions;
  • Lead the field team in the Review of Monthly Budget vs. Actual reports with program staff, make recommendations on the basis of these and ensure that appropriate action is taken in a timely fashion.
New Program Development
  • Identify new program possibilities in collaboration with field- and Nairobi-based program staff, specifically the Deputy Director Programs and the Technical Coordinators;
  • Oversee development of new proposals by program staff as required
  • Oversee budget development at field level
Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Ensure appropriate M&E activities are carried out regularly by program staff in all sectors (data collection & analysis, monitoring of project progress against established work plans, monitoring of established indicators and utilization of results to inform program (re-)design);
  • Support in Identifying gaps in M&E systems and make recommendations for improvement.
Strategic Planning
  • Support the integration of program activities to create coherent, quality and complimentary programming; 
  • Specific focus to ensure strong integration of program support functions with direct program related activities
  • Participate in workshops at field level to establish and monitor annual operating plans for the strategic plan;
  • Ensure that all project activities are consistent with established best practices and IRC’s Program Framework principles.
Field Operational Management:Security
  • Monitor the security situation in Kakuma/ its environs and ensure the senior Nairobi staff are continually updated and informed of developments with implications for staff safety and for program implementation;
  • Oversee revision of the IRC Kenya Security Manual as it pertains to Kakuma and its environs
  • Responsible at field level for staff evacuations.
Human Resources/Administration
  • Directly manage, supervise and mentor all Program Managers, HIS officer, Finance manager, HR Officer, Safe programming Officer, Supply chain manager and safety and security officer based in IRC Kakuma refugee camp
  • Ensure that all performance evaluations for all staff are conducted on time, and review all evaluations to ensure quality and consistency;
  • Support in Identifying training needs for program support staff members and make appropriate recommendations to the DDP, DDO and the CD;
  • Ensure that administrative matters of the field office are carried out in accordance with IRC HR and administration policies;
  • Ensure that all IRC staff at the Field level are in compliance with the IRC Code of Conduct and other relevant policies pertaining to staff conduct.
Supply Chain
  • Oversee the carrying out of supply chain support operations by IRC Kakuma supply chain staff, including procurement (both local and through Nairobi), stock management, asset management, vehicle operations, equipment maintenance and repair (including communications and computer equipment);
  • Ensure compliance with IRC and donor supply chain policies;
Finance
  • Oversee the financial management of field office operations by the Program Managers, and the Finance staff, including cash management, issuing and tracking advances, ensuring complete and correct use of all finance forms; timely notice to Nairobi of cash transfer needs;
  • Ensure compliance with IRC and donor finance policies;
Representation / Communications
  • Represent IRC in dealings with local authorities (administrative, sectoral and security officials), fellow NGOs and other stakeholders;
  • Represent IRC at Kakuma refugee camp level in advocacy
  • Coordinate IRC program activities with relevant officials and other humanitarian agencies;
  • Liaise closely with IRC’s partner agencies in Kakuma refugee camp and as relevant within Turkana county, both international and national NGOs, FBOs and CBOs
Key Result Areas:
  • Strategic Leadership in effective program design and implementation, grant compliance
  • Effective representation of the IRC in key forums (GoK, Partners, stake holder, donor) articulating IRC programming, country strategies and seeking to strengthen coordination/partnerships.
  • Effective partnerships with the County health authorities, mission health facilities in the region offering complementary health services
  • Optimal and effective resource utilization in the overall IRC operations through implementation approaches in both programming and operations
  • Contribute towards development of the IRC policies, procedures and ensure adherence and compliance by all Kakuma IRC staff
Required Qualifications:
  • Graduate degree in Development Studies, International Relations or similar OR relevant technical qualification (Health, Nutrition, Gender etc) preferred.
  • Masters in public health is an added advantage
  • At least 5 years experience of implementing multi-sectoral humanitarian relief or development projects in Africa or similar context preferred.
Required Experience & Competencies:
  • Experience of working in complex emergency settings implementing and managing Primary Health, GBV, Nutrition or HIV/AIDS programs in emergency or refugee settings.
  • Knowledge of and experience in working with and coordinating with international and national partner organizations.
  • Experience managing UNHCR, WFP, BPRM, UNICEF, PEFPAR/CDC, ECHO, funded projects an added advantage
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Budget development,  and strong budget management experience
  • Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage large amounts of information and prioritize work
  • Good security management skills preferred.
  • Good working knowledge of communications systems (satellite communications, VHF and HF radio) preferred
  • Good working knowledge of computer software: MS Word, Excel & email applications required; MS Access, GIS preferred.
Personal Characteristics:
  • Strong sense of personal integrity.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong supervisory skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Team spirit and problem solving abilities.
  • Willingness to live and productively work in insecure, unstable and/or harsh environments
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Desire to learn
  • Cultural sensitivity
Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.  

International allowances are not available for this position. 

Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.

How to Apply

CLICK HERE to apply online

Please apply on or before 31st March, 2015

IRC leading the way from harm to home. 

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.