This section provides an overview of OCHAs mandate, its leadership and how it is funded. It also includes a detailed section on OCHAs flagship and thematic publications, and on the Agenda for Humanity a plan put forward by the UN Secretary-General calling on global leaders to stand up for our common humanity and reduce humanitarian suffering. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Senio...
Department Summary: The LWF World Service Finance Unit is responsible for all financial functions in Kenya/Somalia, including accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance. The LWF World Service Finance Department ensures compliance with donor regulations as well as LWF World Services internal policies and procedures. As a support to the Program Departm...
Practical Action is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that uses technology to challenge poverty in developing countries. We find out what people are doing and help them to do it better ABOUT THE ROLE Reporting to the Country Director, this highly influential role will have their eyes on the big picture and future trends, shaping Practical Action s strategy in Kenya and setting ...
The company opened its first manufacturing facility in Mombasa, Kenya, in 1962, rapidly widening its reach to include further countries in East Africa, and then Southern Africa. Key Responsibilities Create best-in-class PR processes to be utilized across MRM, Safal MRM Foundation and Safal Group HQ to drive a consistent approach to public relations Develop, plan, implement and monitor the overall...
Johanniter International (JOIN) is a partnership of 16 national charity organisations founded by the Order of St John in Europe and the Middle East, and the 4 Orders of St John in Europe. Member organisations carry out a broad range of activities. Overall job purpose To manage and record the Transactions into the SUN field upload template and ensure payments to all suppliers based on the invoices...
We are an international humanitarian organisation dedicated to tackling poverty and suffering in the world s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide began working in Kenya in May 2002 with the development of an urban programme in Nairobi. Job Summary: The incumbent will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Concern Kenya Marsabit Programme and is the focal point of contact ...
Action Against Hunger-USA is part of the Action Against Hunger International network, which provides humanitarian relief in over 40 countries worldwide in the sectors of nutrition, health, water/sanitation, and food security. Action Against Hunger-USA, an independent NGO, currently manages operations in 8 countries: Kenya, South Sudan, Cambodia, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Haiti and Somalia. Acti...
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF; German: Lutherischer Weltbund) is a global communion .The Department for World Service is the LWF s humanitarian arm. It has programmes in 32 countries. The LWF is a member of ACT Alliance. Overall Purpose/Broad Function: Working in the Finance Unit under the direction of the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer- Payroll & Overhead Cost Management will assist i...
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer (Head of Office) will be responsible for the follo...
The Finance officer, at BRAC International Africa Regional office is a role designed to give greater support to the regional office team. The post holder works closely with the Finance Team at the Head office along with the Finance Manager, and Regional Head of Finance. The Finance Officer will play a pivotal role in improving and maintaining project financial management systems, adhering to BRAC...
Position: Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor Industry: NGO Reports To: Head of Programme Contract Type: 2 years (Renewable) Location: Nairobi Gross Salary: Competitive Client Information: Self Help Africa (SHA) is an international NGO, dedicated to taking an enterprise approach to reducing poverty in sub-Saharan Africa. Headquartered in Ireland, with offices in the UK, the US and six African countri...
Under the overall supervision of the OCHA ROSEA Head of Office, and as part of the Access/CMCoord and Analysis Unit (ACA), the Humanitarian Affairs Officer/PSEA reports to the Head of ACA and works in close conjunction and liaison with all units within OCHA ROSEA, especially the ACA and EPR Unit, including when providing surge and support to countries across the region with a specific focus on PS...
Job Purpose and Organizational ContextOCHA mobilizes and coordinates principled humanitarian response in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies, advocates the rights of people in need, supports emergency preparedness and response, and facilitates sustainable solutions for vulnerable people adversely affected by conflic...
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations global development network. Headquartered in New York City, UNDP advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. Summary Under the overall supervision of the OCHA ROSEA Head of Office, and as part of the Access/CMCoord and Analysis Unit (ACA), the Humanitari...
As the official representation of Switzerland, the Embassy covers all matters concerning diplomatic relations between Switzerland and Kenya, as well as Switzerland and Burundi, Rwanda, Somalia and Uganda. It represents Swiss interests in the areas of political, economic and financial affairs, science, education and culture. Job Purpose The IC team is looking for someone who will be responsible fo...
Overall purpose of the role: The Finance Assistant (FA) supports the DRC Kakuma and Lodwar office in relation to all financial aspects of the project. The FA with guidance from the Finance Officer will ensure efficient and effective financial operations of DRC Kakuma and Lodwar office project activities. She/he will ensure compliance with DRC Operations Handbook alongside donor policies, procedur...
Reporting To: Finance Manager Qualification/ Experience A Bachelor's in accounting and finance (finance option) or related field and having Professional accountancy certification (ACCA) is an advantage. At least 3-year experience in Finance management in NGO set-up. Proven skills and knowledge in accounting systems and effective IT Skills (Word & Excel) and Experience in using one or more account...
Overall Job Summary The Global Business Development team is responsible for writing grant applications ad works closely with this role to prepare business proposals The Business Development/Resource Mobilization & Communications Specialist will be responsible for sourcing and tracking new funding opportunities for Digital Green in Kenya, developing a wide network of donors and potential partners ...
Job Responsibilities: The Senior Project Officer (SPO) Health will support the implementation of SMC activities in Turkana Central Sub-County through the Sub-County Health Team, with an overall responsibility for maintaining high quality programming. The SPO will provide oversight to a team of County, Sub-County, Health facility staff and supervisors based in their respective county of operation ...
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organisation founded in 1956 that works in more than 30 countries throughout the world. Overall purpose of the role: The Finance Assistant (FA) supports the DRC Kakuma and Lodwar office in relation to all financial aspects of the project. The FA with guidance from the Finance Officer will ensure efficient and effecti...
Job Summary: You will manage risk functions at the regional, country program and partner levels and assist the regional and country level management to proactively manage risk. You will develop, analyze and implement systems, processes and controls that enhance agency operational efficiency and promote competitiveness across operational areas. You will also be instrumental in regional and country...
Role profile: Reporting to the Head of Programmes, the primary purpose of the role is to manage the design, planning, implementation, reporting, and coordination of the Inclusive Business programs for Light for the World, Kenya Country Office. Key responsibilities: Program /Project management Coordinate planning, implementation and coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of Inclusive business pr...
Overall purpose of the role Under the management of the Regional Head of Support services, the Regional Finance Manager has a regional focus and provides the due support (including sometimes direct support) and guidance to each Country Office in order to ensure that the Region's countries perform financially. Financial performance includes but is not limited to, budget development, financial repo...
THE ROLE The current state of humanitarian response is characterized by more frequent natural disasters, including the potential global impacts of infectious disease outbreaks, and the increasingly protracted nature of the most severe conflict-driven crises. At the same time, states are more frequently relying on the capacity of their security and military services to support domestic civil prote...