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Terms of Reference
Terms of Reference
Job Title: Project & Data Officer
Location: DSW Kenya Country Office
Reports to: International Project Manager
General Responsibilities: The Project & Data Officer will support project-related
M&E, reporting and capacity-building towards increased resource allocation
and better policies for family planning (FP), SRHR and youth empowerment.
The post holder will support DSW
country office teams in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania through project monitoring
and reporting (including but not limited to regular and annual written and data
reports, outcome analysis, case studies etc.), community engagement/civic
education as well as documentation of outcomes and impact stories. S/he will be
a member of the DSW regional team in East Africa.
Specific Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the International
Project Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the following
duties:
1. Support country M&E officers in regular collection and
analysis of information and data in advocacy and capacity-building programming
2. Identify and flag inconsistent data reported during project
implementation and routine data quality audits
3. Participate in identifying training needs and capacity building
for project staff and partners.
4. Provide support for data collection, analysis, dissemination,
and use to the project staff
5. Participate in routine data quality exercises with the
International Project Coordinator
6. Identify and immediately notify national M&E coordinators
of any issues with incorrect, questionable data reported to the project.
7. Participate with M&E Team to provide technical support to
program staff in the area of M&E;
8. Work closely with the project staff to document best practices
and knowledge generation for shared learning.
9. Ensure an online database is updated with the current data on a
regular basis.
10.
Support the development of annual
family planning budget and policy reviews, programme outcome and reports.
11.
Monitor and evaluate overall progress
on achievement of project results and ongoing actions
12.
Prepare written narrative reports on
project progress and achievements.
13.
Participate in the regional
coordination of monthly and yearly reporting proceses for project monitoring
and donor reporting.
14.
Support the planning, organisation
and logistical preparations for events and workshops.
15.
Any other duties as assigned by the
supervisor.
Requirements
·
Degree in statistics, mathematics,
social sciences or community development.
·
Two years’ work experience in
international development.
·
Solid experience in data quality
exercises, data entry and reporting.
·
Proficiency in MS-Excel
·
Training and capacity building
skills.
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Ability to meet strict deadlines.
·
Ability to work independently and to
proactively identify and address data issues.
·
Excellent written communication and
interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
If interested, please send your
application (CV and motivation letter stating your monthly remuneration
expectations) with the reference “Project & Data Officer.
Clearly indicated in the email
subject line to: vacancies@dswkenya.org
Deadline for application: 13th July 2018
Ideal start date: Immediate.
Job
Title: Advocacy Officer
Place of Work: West Pokot and Bungoma
Reporting to: National Department Manager – Programs and Projects
General Responsibilities: Based in Kitale, the Advocacy Officer will provide support to
the effective planning, implementation and monitoring of SHAPE programme
activities and achievement of outcomes in target counties.
The Advocacy Officer will work
closely with National Team Coordinator- Advocacy, the Advocacy Pillar Lead and
other national and regional staff to ensure the activities are implemented
based on annual plans, advocacy strategies and budgets.
The incumbent will be responsible for
developing and contributing to reports to relevant Managers and senior staff
detailing activities, collaborations and best practice.
Specific Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of
National Department Manager – Programs and Projects, the incumbent will be
responsible for the following duties:
1. Support the effective and efficient implementation of the
programme in accordance with DSW financial procedures and guidelines assessing
progress and providing feedback to supervisor
2. Contribute to the development and implementation of advocacy
strategies and activity plans to promote policy and budget changes in support
of FP/RH at the county and sub-county level in consultation with the advocacy
Coordinator and Pillar lead.
3. Cultivate and strengthen relationships with target county level
decision makers, relevant committees and executives to improve the
prioritization of FP in county policies, budgets and programmes.
4. Build relationships with civil society organisations (CSOs/NGOs)
including youth and to convene a collective and coherent voice in favour of
FP/RH advocacy within the counties.
5. Support the development of annual family planning budget and
policy reviews, programme outcome and impact report
6. Support program monitoring by completing developed M&E tools
in a timely manner
7. Provide high quality field level monthly, quarterly and yearly
reports on project progress.
8. Identify, design and deliver appropriate capacity building interventions
to target CSOs/ Youth champions on advocacy.
9. Support in the development of project proposals including annual
work plans and budgets.
10.
Maintain DSW visibility at county
level meetings and events as appropriate.
11.
Any other duties as assigned by the
supervisor.
Minimum Requirements:
·
Degree in social sciences or related
fields from a recognised University
·
At least 3 years of professional
experience planning and conducting a wide variety of advocacy and policy
initiatives around the priority areas (FP/RH)
·
In depth knowledge of policies and
programmes on Family Planning, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Adolescents and
Youth is highly desirable
·
Demonstrated understanding of the
devolved county structure, budget cycle and decision making processes is highly
preferred
·
Excellent public speaking and
presentation skills with ability to develop and communicate advocacy related
messages and campaigns to different audiences
·
Proven ability to undertake basic
research, monitoring and evaluation responsibilities
·
Fluency in English and Swahili (Oral
and Written). Knowledge of local languages of target counties will be an added
advantage
·
Ability to work under minimum
supervision
·
Team player with experience working
within geographically spread teams and in a multi-cultural setting
·
Willingness to travel frequently
How to Apply
If interested, please send your
application (CV and motivation letter stating your salary expectations) with
the reference “Advocacy Officer clearly indicated in the email
subject line to: vacancies@dswkenya.org
Deadline for
application: 13th July 2018
Ideal start date:Immediate
Please note that only short listed
candidates will be contacted.
DSW is an equal opportunity employer
and does not require applicants to pay money at any stage during the recruitment
process.
