Many Jobs in an INGO

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact. 

We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally. 

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration, campaigning, advocating and formulating public policy to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice.  

We are present in at least 16 counties across Kenya and link key international, national and local institutions in favour of the right holders.

ActionAid seeks to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional who will take up the position of Manager-Kishushe LRP; to implement programmes designed to benefit the community in Kishushe

Manager - Kishushe Local Rights Programme (LRP) Vacancy
 

(1 Position)

Based in Kishushe

Manager – Kishushe LRP

This position is based in Kishushe, which lies on the leeward side of Taita hills in the Taita Taveta County, about 50 Km from Voi town. The area boarders Tsavo national park and is home to the famous Mzima springs that supplies fresh water to the City of Mombasa and Voi town. 

Reporting to the Programme Manager; as the Manager- Kishushe LRP you will be responsible for directing AAIK’s programmes and initiatives in the LRP while providing focal lead in strategic priorities of AAIK as per the Country Strategy Paper; the incumbent will be responsible for and not limited to;

• Coordinate planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all programme activities within the LRP;
• Coordinate all sponsorship activities to ensure compliance with the supporter’s communication guidelines;
• Coordinate funding proposals development, plans and budgets at the LRP level;
• Ensuring compliance with the organization’s budgetary and financial management guidelines;
• Promote women rights and empowerment through gender mainstreaming at the LRP;
• Ensuring provision of timely and efficient responses to child sponsorship activities;
• Undertake regular assessments and reviews of progress and impact of development projects;
• Documentation of success stories and enhancement of information sharing and learning;
• Directly participate and support rights holders and their institutions to participate in national policy formulation processes;
• Promote the highest standards of integrity, cost consciousness and accountability in line with the AAIK’s policies, learning and planning systems;
• Represent the organization at meetings with government and other actors at the LRP and County level;
• Prepare and share timely and accurate documentation of lessons learnt to promote best practise;

Profile

Our preferred candidate will have:

• A minimum of a Degree in Development studies, Social Sciences or it’s equivalent from a recognized university; 
• Post Graduate training in Financial & Organizational Management, People Management(Leadership) skills and Monitoring & Evaluation; 
• Served in a comparable position with similar responsibilities in like organizations for a minimum period of five (5) years; 
• and in-depth understanding of programming issues, resource mobilization including proposal development, donor reporting and managing donor relations.

You must be willing to reside in the Local Rights Programme area. 

The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside people living in poverty. 

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, fill in the application form (Click here to download) and specifying the location send it to us via email to be received not later than October 31, 2012 to:

The Head of Human Resources Organisation Development & Administration
P. O. Box 42814, 00100, Nairobi
Email- hresources.kenya@actionaid.org 

(Kindly write on the subject line of your email “Manager-Kishushe LRP”)

Do not send a detailed CV at this stage as only the information in the application form will be used for initial selection. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. 

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Community Development Facilitator - Nyarongi Local Rights Programme (LRP) Vacancy
 

(1 Position)
 

Based in Nyarongi

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact. 

We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally.

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration, campaigning, advocating and formulating public policy to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice.  

We are present in at least 16 counties across Kenya and link key international, national and local institutions in favour of the right holders.

ActionAid seeks to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional who will take up the position of Community Development Facilitator; to implement programmes designed to benefit the community in Nyarongi

Community Development Facilitator – Nyarongi LRP

This position is based in Nyarongi division in Ndhiwa district, Homabay County. Reporting to the Manager- Nyarongi LRP, the Community Development Facilitator is responsible for facilitating grassroots development and community mobilization at the Local Rights Programme Area; the incumbent will be responsible for and not limited to;

• Facilitate grass root development by mobilizing the community in the Local Rights Program;
• Build strong community based organizations at the grass root  to manage the implementation of their identified needs;
• Support the programme officer to ensure that all child sponsorship requirements are met  as per the set guidelines;
• Prepare community development reports and share with the Local Rights Program  manager;
• Participate in plans and budget preparation for the LRP;
• Attend relevant community and stakeholders meeting;
• Organize trainings and vetting of community funding proposals;
• Documentation of success stories and sharing of lessons learnt to promote best practices;
• Identification, assessment and documentation of community groups and partners support needs;
• Follow up on grants given to communities for accounting;
• Preparation of concept notes and proposals for fund raisings;
• Facilitate use of PRA tools in the Local Rights Program  including PRRPs;
• Participate in pursuing the implementation of the Country Strategy Paper in the LRP;

Profile
Our preferred candidate will have:

• A minimum of a Degree in Development studies/ Social Sciences or it’s equivalent from a recognized university; 
• Served as Community Development Facilitator or a comparable position with similar responsibilities in like organizations for a minimum period of three (3) years; 
• and in-depth understanding of programming issues, resource mobilization including proposal development, donor reporting and managing donor relations; and 
• Is registered with the Kenya Institute of Social Work.

You must be willing to reside in the Local Rights Programme area. 

The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside people living in poverty. 

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, fill in the application form (click here to download) and specifying the location send it to us via email to be received not later than October 31, 2012 to:

The Head of Human Resources Organisation Development & Administration
P. O. Box 42814, 00100, Nairobi
Email- hresources.kenya@actionaid.org 

(Kindly write on the subject line of your email “Community Development Facilitator-Nyarongi LRP”)

Do not send a detailed CV at this stage as only the information in the application form will be used for initial selection. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. 

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Community Development Facilitator - Kishushe Local Rights Programme (LRP) Vacancy
 

(1 Position)
 

Based in Kishushe

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact. 

We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally. 

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration, campaigning, advocating and formulating public policy to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice.  

We are present in at least 16 counties across Kenya and link key international, national and local institutions in favour of the right holders.

ActionAid seeks to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional who will take up the position of Community Development Facilitator; to implement programmes designed to benefit the community in Kishushe

Community Development Facilitator – Kishushe LRP

This position is based in Kishushe, which lies on the leeward side of Taita hills in the Taita Taveta County, about 50 Km from Voi town. 

The area boarders Tsavo national park and is home to the famous Mzima springs that supplies fresh water to the City of Mombasa and Voi town. 

Reporting to the Manager- Kishushe LRP, the Community Development Facilitator is responsible for facilitating grassroots development and community mobilization at the Local Rights Programme Area; the incumbent will be responsible for and not limited to;

• Facilitate grass root development by mobilizing the community in the Local Rights Program;
• Build strong community based organizations at the grass root  to manage the implementation of their identified needs;
• Support the programme officer to ensure that all child sponsorship requirements are met  as per the set guidelines;
• Prepare community development reports and share with the Local Rights Program  manager;
• Participate in plans and budget preparation for the LRP;
• Attend relevant community and stakeholders meeting;
• Organize trainings and vetting of community funding proposals;
• Documentation of success stories and sharing of lessons learnt to promote best practices;
• Identification, assessment and documentation of community groups and partners support needs;
• Follow up on grants given to communities for accounting;
• Preparation of concept notes and proposals for fund raisings;
• Facilitate use of PRA tools in the Local Rights Program  including PRRPs;
• Participate in pursuing the implementation of the Country Strategy Paper in the LRP;

Profile

Our preferred candidate will have: 

A minimum of a Degree in Development studies/ Social Sciences or it’s equivalent from a recognized university; Served as Community Development Facilitator or a comparable position with similar responsibilities in like organizations for a minimum period of three (3) years; and in-depth understanding of programming issues, resource mobilization including proposal development, donor reporting and managing donor relations; and Is registered with the Kenya Institute of Social Work. 

You must be willing to reside in the Local Rights Programme area. 

The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside people living in poverty. 

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, fill in the application form (click here to download) and specifying the location send it to us via email to be received not later than October 31, 2012 to:

The Head of Human Resources Organisation Development & Administration
P. O. Box 42814, 00100, Nairobi
Email- hresources.kenya@actionaid.org 

(Kindly write on the subject line of your email “Community Development Facilitator-Kishushe LRP”)

Do not send a detailed CV at this stage as only the information in the application form will be used for initial selection. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. 

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

 Programme Assistant - Nyarongi Local Rights Programme (LRP) Vacancy 

(1 Position)
 

Based in Nyarongi

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact. 

We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally. 

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration, campaigning, advocating and formulating public policy to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice.  

We are present in at least 16 counties across Kenya and link key international, national and local institutions in favour of the right holders.

ActionAid seeks to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional who will take up the position of Programme and Finance Assistant; to implement programmes designed to benefit the community in Nyarongi

Programme and Finance Assistant – Nyarongi LRP

This position is based in Nyarongi division in Ndhiwa district, Homabay County. Reporting to the Manager- Nyarongi LRP; the Programme & Finance Assistant is responsible for effective and efficient sponsorship, financial and administrative support in the Local Rights Programme; the incumbent will be responsible for and not limited to;

• Coordinating sponsorship activities(message collection and photo updates)
• Providing support to the LRP Manager to ensure  effective and efficient management of LRP finances;
• Processing payments and assists the Community Development Facilitator in grant monitoring;
• Posting expenditure to the cashbook and petty cashbook;
• Preparing bank reconciliation & manages petty cash;
• Preparing case studies for inclusion in the reports;
• Participating in implementation of programmes at the LRP;
• Assisting the Community Development Facilitator in Capacity building of groups in areas such as finance and book keeping; and
• Assisting in the organization of events/workshops

Profile

Our preferred candidate will have: 

A minimum of a Degree in a related field, basic accounting skills (KATC Final/CPA II) and a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant work experience; Experience preferably in programming and financial management; Communication, report writing and analytical skills; Computer skills 

You must be willing to reside in the Local Rights Programme area. 

The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside people living in poverty. 

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, fill in the application form (click here to download) and specifying the location send it to us via email to be received not later than October 31, 2012 to:

The Head of Human Resources Organisation Development & Administration
P. O. Box 42814, 00100, Nairobi
Email- hresources.kenya@actionaid.org 

(Kindly write on the subject line of your email “Programme & Finance Assistant-Kishushe LRP”)

Do not send a detailed CV at this stage as only the information in the application form will be used for initial selection. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. 

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Programme Assistant-Kishushe Local Rights Programme (LRP) Vacancy 

(1 Position)
 

Based in Kishushe

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact. We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally. 

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration, campaigning, advocating and formulating public policy to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice.  

We are present in at least 16 counties across Kenya and link key international, national and local institutions in favour of the right holders.

ActionAid seeks to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional who will take up the position of Programme and Finance Assistant; to implement programmes designed to benefit the community in Kishushe

Programme and Finance Assistant – Kishushe LRP

This position is based in Kishushe, which lies on the leeward side of Taita hills in the Taita Taveta County, about 50 Km from Voi town. 

The area boarders Tsavo national park and is home to the famous Mzima springs that supplies fresh water to the City of Mombasa and Voi town. 

Reporting to the Manager- Kishushe LRP; the Programme & Finance Assistant is responsible for effective and efficient sponsorship, financial and administrative support in the Local Rights Programme; the incumbent will be responsible for and not limited to;

• Coordinating sponsorship activities(message collection and photo updates)
• Providing support to the LRP Manager to ensure  effective and efficient management of LRP finances;
• Processing payments and assists the Community Development Facilitator in grant monitoring;
• Posting expenditure to the cashbook and petty cashbook;
• Preparing bank reconciliation & manages petty cash;
• Preparing case studies for inclusion in the reports;
• Participating in implementation of programmes at the LRP;
• Assisting the Community Development Facilitator in Capacity building of groups in areas such as finance and book keeping; and
• Assisting in the organization of events/workshops

Profile

Our preferred candidate will have: 

A minimum of a Degree in a related field, basic accounting skills (KATC Final/CPA II) and a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant work experience; Experience preferably in programming and financial management; Communication, report writing and analytical skills; Computer skills 

You must be willing to reside in the Local Rights Programme area. 

The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside people living in poverty. 

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, fill in the application form (click here to download) and specifying the location send it to us via email to be received not later than October 31, 2012 to:

The Head of Human Resources Organisation Development & Administration
P. O. Box 42814, 00100, Nairobi
Email- hresources.kenya@actionaid.org 

(Kindly write on the subject line of your email “Programme & Finance Assistant-Kishushe LRP”)

Do not send a detailed CV at this stage as only the information in the application form will be used for initial selection. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. 

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Fundraising Officer

(2 position)
 

Based in Nairobi

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact. We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally. 

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration, campaigning, advocating and formulating public policy to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice.  

We are present in at least 16 counties across Kenya and link key international, national and local institutions in favour of the right holders.

ActionAid seeks to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional who will take up the position of Fundraising Officer; to support the implementation of the fundraising unit strategies

Fundraising Officer

Reporting to the Sponsorship Coordinator, the Fundraising Officer is responsible for coordinating and implementing sponsorship activities in AAIK including administrative processes relating to child sponsorship as per the child sponsorship policies, guidelines and standards which are updated from time to time; the incumbent will be responsible for and not limited to;

• Maintenance of fundraising and sponsorship database including donor contact list, project summary, donor reporting date matrix, contract reporting timelines and  updating of HIVE with relevant materials;
• Consolidation of LRPs annual operating plan for fundraising and sponsorship activities;
• Liaising with finance and project staff to ensure capture of finance data and adherence to project reporting timelines and requirements;
• Procurement and dispatch of child sponsorship materials and services on time to the LRPs;
• Ensuring supporter queries and amendments to sponsorship data are efficiently dealt with in NK system.
• Facilitate sharing of lessons learnt from different LRPs;
• Ensuring  regular communications are planned and executed in  conjunction with LRP Managers;
• Consolidating child profile, messages collection and photo updates and dispatching them to the Alliance Partners;
• Monitoring and evaluation of sponsorship activities; 
• Facilitate fundraising and sponsorship staff and supporters visits;

Profile

Our preferred candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies or other Social Sciences from a recognized University;
• Demonstrable experience of raising funds from institutional or other high value donors.

The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside people living in poverty. 

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, fill in the application form (click here to download) and send it to us via email to be received not later than October 31, 2012 to:

The Head of Human Resources Organisation Development & Administration
P. O. Box 42814, 00100, Nairobi
Email- hresources.kenya@actionaid.org 

(Kindly write on the subject line of your email “Fundraising Officer”)

Do not send a detailed CV at this stage as only the information in the application form will be used for initial selection. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. 

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Procurement and Administration Officer 

(1 Position)
 

Based in Nairobi

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact. We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally.

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration, campaigning, advocating and formulating public policy to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice.  

We are present in at least 16 counties across Kenya and link key international, national and local institutions in favour of the right holders.

ActionAid seeks to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional who will take up the position of Programme and Finance Assistant; to support the administration unit’s objectives

Procurement and Administration Officer

Reporting to the Procurement and Administration Manager; the Procurement & Administration Officer is responsible for procurement of goods and services as well as logistics and ensuring effective utilization of AAIK’s facilities to enable attainment of the organizational objectives; the incumbent will be responsible for and not limited to;

• Preparation of periodic procurement plans;
• Offering advisory services to user departments for effective and efficient implementation of procurement plans;
• Prequalification of suppliers, receiving and custody of Pre-qualifications, RFPs and Quotations, evaluation of tenders and requests for proposals, and issuing of local purchase orders and service orders;
• Maintaining an up-to-date database of suppliers;
• Implementation and enforcement of procurement policies and regulations in the HQ and LRPs;
• Development of an effective stores management system;
• Ensuring effective utilization and maintenance of the organization’s vehicles, telephone services and office space;
• Coordination of the AAIK’s operational and logistics, including transport and communication services;
• Organizing and making preparations for workshops and conferences;
• Overseeing safety and security matters, including putting in place appropriate measures to deal with emergencies;
• Ensuring un-interrupted availability of essential services such as water, electricity, telephones and coordination of outsourced services such as courier and security;

Profile

Our preferred candidate will have:

• A Bachelors Degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management, Procurement or its equivalent from a recognized institution; and
• Satisfactorily served as Procurement Assistant in a comparable position with similar responsibilities in like organizations for a minimum period of three (3) years.

The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside people living in poverty. 

If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, fill in the application form (click here to download) and specifying the location send it to us via email to be received not later than October 31, 2012 to:

The Head of Human Resources Organisation Development & Administration
P. O. Box 42814, 00100, Nairobi
Email- hresources.kenya@actionaid.org 

(Kindly write on the subject line of your email “Procurement and Administration Officer”)

Do not send a detailed CV at this stage as only the information in the application form will be used for initial selection. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. 

Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.