Massive Vacancies at World Vision

Job Title
Regional Security Coordinator

Employing Office
East Africa Regional Office

Application Deadline
September 22 2012

Application Email
wvaro_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

To support the Regional Office in ensuring that security directives as received from SDO, RSD and OCS are realized at National Office level across the EA region and that security capacity is built, monitored and maintained within each national context.  Lead in the optimization of organizational security and the mitigation of operational risks for ministry effectiveness by working with the RSD and National Security Managers on security systems and mechanisms for institutionalizing an organizational culture and practice of safety and security.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• No previous criminal record or convictions
  
• Confirmed employment  of the security officer is contingent on him/her passing the HEAT training course within 90 days of employment (probation period)
  
• At least 5 years experience in a proven security or emergency service field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors in military, security or law enforcement services)
  
• Radio and/or Satellite phone communications experience, operations and management
  
• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training.
  
• Demonstrated project management stills and the ability to work effectively under pressure (particularly in a crisis situation)
  
• First Aid qualified
  
• Valid Passport and Drivers License
  

Job Title
Commodity Officer

Employing Office
Kenya Office

Application Deadline
September 26 2012

Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

To manage and supervise the implementation of food programs in various districts in Kenya. The holder of this position is directly responsible for the commodity tracking and accountability systems as well as formulation and submission of food monthly reports like the CSR, RSR, LSR and the narrative reports of the FPMG and donors.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in social sciences or related fields
  
• A formal training in food aid and logistics
  
• Exposure to food aid programs in Africa
  
• At least 2 years experience in actual food aid projects
  
• Knowledge of lotus3W5 or Excel, WP61 or Word, fax and e-mail
  
• Ability to effectively develop rapport and relate to donors, NGOs, counterparts, and government agencies
  
• Must have the ability to travel and a flexible approach to living conditions.  Fluency in English is essential.
  
• Requires ability to write well and express ideas in a sensitive manner within the context of a humanitarian approach.  Must have excellent presentation skills.
  

Job Title
Project Officer – Economic Development

Employing Office
Kenya Office

Application Deadline
September 26 2012

Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

To assist ADP clients with entrepreneurial capacity, fostering business talent and ideas and improving individual and the ADP area economic diversification.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. Preferably a first degree in Business Administration/Commerce/Agribusiness/Economics/ Agriculture Economics
   
2. Must have at least 2 years experience on community savings and Loans schemes using VSL approach
   
3. Practical business knowledge with an emphasis on business development services
   
4. Entrepreneurship and Financial management skills
   
5. Highly developed interpersonal skills
   
6. Motivated and goal orientated
   
7. Research, monitoring and evaluation skills
   
8. Ability to work in a team
   
9. Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office ( Word, Excel and Access)
   
10. Must demonstrate sound training expertise and skills in a cross-cultural setting
    
11. Good oral & written communication skills.
    
12. A mature Christian, who is willing to work with poor in transforming their lives and giving them hope
    

Job Title
Project Officer – Yes Youth Can (Nyanza)

 

Employing Office
Kenya Office

Application Deadline
September 26 2012

Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

Ensure the successful implementation of Yes Youth Can! Project activities and interventions aimed at improving workforce development initiatives for the youth and enhancing peace among Nyanza Province communities. The incumbent will provide technical support, coordination and monitoring of project activities including but not limited to Youth Mobilization, Workforce Development, Entrepreneurship, Civic Participation, Conflict Mitigation and Peace Building by: 1) back stopping project activities, 2) technically supervising implementation of project activities and; 3) carrying out partner / sub grantees'/county youth forum board's capacity building activities.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. Must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree (an advanced degree is preferred) in any of the Social Sciences or a related field from a recognized University;
   
2. Must have a minimum of 3 years experience with regards to the designing, planning, implementation, supervising and reporting on youth led and youth focused initiatives
   
3. Must have at least 3 years experience in youth-led programming preferably in the areas of youth mobilization, civic engagement, livelihoods and peace building initiatives
   
4. Have practical skills in research, monitoring and evaluation, training of trainers and report writing
   
5. Must be computer literate in Office Suite (word, excel, access, project etc)
   
6. Must be results oriented leader who can handle a heavy work load as well as manage and be accountable to the donor and other stakeholders
   

Job Title
Project Director

Employing Office
Kenya Office

Application Deadline
September 26 2012

Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

To provide the technical leadership and direction needed to successfully realize timely and quality implementation of APHIAplus Social Determinants of Health (SDH) in order to improve the well-being of targeted communities and population of Western Kenya (Nyanza and Western province) to improve child well being and be responsible for the coordination and overseeing the work of APHIAplus.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. The holder of this position must have a minimum of Bachelors' degree in one of the following: Community Development, Sociology, Public health, Environmental science or Agricultural extension from a recognized university. An advanced degree is highly preferred with management training
   
2. The person must have a minimum of 5 years experience in senior leadership position with international non governmental or humanitarian organization
   
3. The person should have hands on experience in designing, planning, implementing multifaceted social Development programmes -knowledge of implementing USAID funded programmes is fundamental
   
4. The holder of this position must be results orientated leader with performance based management knowledge ; who can manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands
   
5. He /she must also have solid public relations skills and be a strong team player;
   

Job Title
Project Officer-WASH

Employing Office
Kenya Office

Application Deadline
September 26 2012

Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

The position supports the successful implementation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Interventions to contribute to child wellbeing outcomes. Specifically the WASH Project Officer will guide and supervise implementation of emergency WASH activities as per the detailed implementation plan, support development of staff and community capacity building in WASH and ensure implementation is done in close collaboration with WV Kenya staff, the local community, the Kenyan government and other relevant agencies..

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. Diploma /Degree in Water Engineering, Water supply or Hydrogeology or a related field. 
   
2. A minimum of five years (Diploma) and 2 years (Degree level) experience in working/programming in either emergency/relief or development including managing community based water projects with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects 
   
3. Experience in project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management. 
   
4. Experience in supervising, training, and coaching staff 
   
5. Good understanding of SPHERE and other international standards. 
   
6. Knowledge of MS Office and Lotus Notes as an added advantage 
   
7. Ability to conduct community WASH needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WASH activities.
   

Job Title
Project Officer- Livestock (Extension)

Employing Office
Kenya Office

Application Deadline
September 26 2012

Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

To plan, implement, monitor and document all the extension activities within the area of operation as per the proposal. Provide necessary livestock related training, follow-up, support and guidance to the Pastoralist and farmers in the Farmer Field Schools, youth and women groups under Ijara Livelihoods recovery project.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. The job holder must have at least a Degree certificate from a recognized University of Veterinary Medicine or Livestock production with at least two year experience as a Livestock Extension staff. 
   
2. Experience working with NGOs and Knowledge of the local language will be an added advantage. 
   
3. Has the ability and willingness to work with different communities. 
   
4. Should be self-motivated and able to work without supervision. Must have a good understanding of the different systems of extension delivery, animal health and husbandry practices. 
   
5. A good communicator who is willing and able to work as an active member of the IPA/Response team.
   

Job Title
Program Enhancement Coordinator

Employing Office
Kenya Office
Application Deadline
October 2 2012
Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

To effectively lead and coordinate the respective Branch DME operations in order to: 1) promote learning; 2) provide guidelines and standards for the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all Branch based program interventions and; 3) ensure compliance with relevant norms and policies. He/she will work closely with IMQ DME and Program Enhancement Staff.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. The holder of this position must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in a relevant field from a recognized University preferably program management or economics related studies.
   
2. They must have a minimum of 7 years experience with regards to the designing, planning, implementation, supervising and reporting on integrated development, relief and/or advocacy projects;
   
3. They should have at least 5 years experience as a manager;
   
4. The holder of this position must be a results orientated leader who can handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands and;
   
5. He /she must also have ample experience in public relations and be a strong team player.
   

Job Title
Program Enhancement Officer

Employing Office
Kenya Office

Application Deadline
October 2 2012

Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

To effectively lead and coordinate the respective Sub Branch DME operations in order to: 1) promote learning; 2) provide guidelines and standards for the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all Sub branch based program interventions and; 3) ensure compliance with relevant norms and policies. He/she will work closely with IMQ DME and Program Enhancement Coordinator at the branch.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. The holder of this position must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in a relevant field from a recognized University preferably program management or economics related studies.
   
2. They must have a minimum of 5 years experience with regards to the designing, planning, implementation, supervising and reporting on integrated development, relief and/or advocacy projects;
   
3. They must have both an extensive conceptual understanding of and demonstrated practical command for implementing program design, management and evaluation principles;
   
4. The holder of this position must be a results orientated leader who can handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands and;
   
5. He /she must also have ample experience in public relations and be a strong team player.
   

 

Job Title
Geographical Information System Specialist

Employing Office
Kenya Office
Application Deadline
October 2 2012
Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

Purpose of Position

The Geographical Information System (GIS) specialist role will be to establish a GIS system for World Vision Program, build staff capacity in Collecting GIS data, building and updating geo-database. He/She will also publish program areas atlas that present comprehensive view of natural conditions and socio economic activities as well as project sites.
Implement Web/Internet based GIS for the organization for access by all the stakeholders and donors

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Geomatic Engineering Conceptualize and prepare maps and other cartographic products using ArcGIS products; working knowledge of the latest version of the software, i.e., ArcGIS 10;
   
2. Work closely with World Vision staff to ensure that GIS service needs and map requests are delivered on time and as requested within the context of a demanding work environment with quick-turnaround deadlines;
   
3. Design methodologies for collecting GPS and other GIS-related data according to need; maintain extremely high level of organization and documentation of all methodologies used;
   
4. Aid in data collection, entry, and analysis as needed;
   
5. Manage spatial datasets, and verify and update collected data; maintain the strictest confidentiality of sensitive data; ensure protocols for usage and licensing of procured GIS datasets are carefully followed; Prepare metadata for all spatial data;
   
6. Co-develop GIS components in proposals and oversee implementation in approved projects;
   
7. Represent WVK in GIS-related coordination meetings, and collaborate with implementing partners on GIS-related issues; and
   

Perform other duties as required.

1. Job Title
   Sub Branch P & C / Admin Officer
   

Employing Office
Kenya Office

Application Deadline
October 2 2012

Application Email
kenya_recruit@wvi.org

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Purpose of Position

To support the Sub branch staff with P&C and Administrative functions so as to enhance service delivery of Sub branch offices and ensuring smooth flow of work. Work closely with the P&C NO to provide HR support to the Sub Branches.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

1. Minimum of a Diploma in Human Resource management
   
2. Certification in Business Administration or Secretarial Studies
   
3. Computer Literate in Microsoft Office Packages.
   
4. Working experience of at least three years in a busy NGO
   
5. Self motivated person
   
6. An excellent communicator
   
7. A good team player
   

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