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Summary of Primary Duties

• The Feed the Future Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Advisor is responsible for managing a process and system that tracks the results of ATI’s trade and investment activities related to food security and resilience. The position will be responsible for creating and executing MEL plans and conducting data analysis for all of ATI’s work to support the U.S. Government’s Global Food Security Strategy. He/she will work with the MEL team to manage the ATI database so that up-to-date information can be provided accurately and quickly per USAID’s reporting requirements. In addition, the Feed the Future MEL Advisor will work with stakeholders to identify and implement the policies, tools, and processes for data management across ATI. He/she will work closely with the MEL team to improve systems, track results, and provide strategic leadership to the ATI learning agenda. The advisor is responsible for activities related to the development and implementation of the ATI MEL and knowledge management strategy and systems, including operationalizing the Performance Management Plan and MEL system.

Overall Responsibilities

Support ATI in reporting results through an effective M&E system, enabling ATI to develop the robust intelligence and analysis needed to develop, adapt, and improve its strategy on an ongoing basis. To achieve this, the Feed the Future MEL Advisor will be responsible specifically for the following:

• Provides data analysis on ATI’s food security work that is funded by the Feed the Future initiative, including support for ATI dashboards, USAID reporting requirements, and the ATI communications team.
• Provide MEL expertise on the design, review, and implementation of activities, as well as the modification of MEL information management systems.
• Manage and guarantee data used for reporting meets USAID and ATI data quality standards.
• With the support of the ATI MEL team liaise with technical teams, develop guidelines for database and systems use, including training staff on any new upgrades.
• Provide leadership to ATI Data Quality Assurance Processes. This includes setting up DQA assessments and ensuring all data in ATI MEL systems meets the USAID Data Quality Assurance standards.
• Manage the indicator performance reporting and target setting for quarterly and annual reporting, guided by annual ATI performance review and baselines for reporting progress.
• Maintain reporting procedures and guidelines in compliance with USAID.
• Lead in the development of specialized monitoring and evaluation tools and data collection protocols to ensure accurate collection and verification.
• Work closely with the ATI learning advisor, providing support to assess, coordinate, and manage external production of learning and messaging products related to ATI’s food security work.
• Coordinate, oversee, and participate in project evaluation activities to assess the outcomes and impacts of ATI activities related to food security and resilience.
• Provide day-to-day remote assistance and support to activity teams and project staff.

Reporting

• The FTF MEL Advisor will report to the MEL Associate Director.
• The FTF MEL Advisor is expected to perform autonomously to execute the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this SOW. The FTF MEL Advisor may be assigned to other program-related duties, as needed, upon the direction of the ATI MEL Director. The chosen candidate is expected to develop his/her work schedule, create effective procedures for accomplishing tasks, and independently resolve problems that may arise in compliance with ATI and DAI’s procedures and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible work experience in developing and managing M&E and knowledge management systems for Feed the Future-funded programs administered by USAID.
• Familiarity with USAID’s reporting cycle, priorities, expectations, and USAID’s Development Information Solutions (DIS) system.
• Must have work experience in M&E systems that track results of international development activities related to food systems, agricultural development, nutrition, or other food security and resilience areas.
• Demonstrated ability to implement, operationalize, and manage information collection and analysis systems.
• Maintains an extensive, detailed technical body of knowledge of the latest MEL techniques, applications, and methodologies.
• Strong background and training in field research methodologies, including some knowledge of statistical analysis programs.
• Supervisory experience is required, including working with remote, field-based staff.
• Demonstrated experience leading and building the capacity of a team to meet the M&E needs and deliverables of a development activity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

• Exceptional technical skills in quantitative and qualitative monitoring and results measurement (MRM) methods.
• Ability to communicate complex issues with clarity and structure, and to deliver documents to the highest level of professionalism.
• Results-focused, consistent, and accurate with a commitment to data integrity.
• Ability to think strategically and critically, and to bring imagination to solving problems with substantial complexity and ambiguity.
• Fluent, advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Can work independently, generate ideas, analyze, and solve problems, and prioritize issues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; a genuine team player with strong listening, negotiating, and persuasive skills.
• Proactively engage with a range of colleagues and work collaboratively with people from different professional, national, and cultural backgrounds.

Objectives of the assignment

• S/he will report to the Grants Manager and provide oversight and auditing support to ensure post-award management in accordance with the relevant regulations, including but not limited to reporting in accordance with USAID directives and policies, and conducting site visits to support monitoring of grantees.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Planning and Implementation

• Support grants management under the advisory of the Grants Manager.
• With guidance from the Grants Manager, develops and implements the use of the STAWI grants manual.
• Supports work planning and activity planning to align the grants program with overall project activities.
• Supports the Grants Manager in the development of timeline and details required for any activities needing grants; conduct market search and price analysis in coordination with technical staff.
• Coordinates with staff requesting grants to prepare Request for Applications (RFAs) to solicit applications and assess the capacity and readiness of potential grantees.
• Supports the Grants Manager in the evaluation and selection committee process for grantees.
• Supports the Grants Manager to draft the required approvals to ensure compliance with internal and external contract and policy requirements.
• Supports the Grants Manager to draft grant agreements and amendments, explaining terms, conditions, roles, and responsibilities. Ensures that identified weaknesses in initial grantee assessments and related requirements are incorporated into the agreements explicitly/clearly with the required monitoring and actions on the part of the grantee.
• Supports the Grants Manager to organize kickoff meetings and apprises grantees of the responsibilities, requirements and policies and procedures to be followed during the life of the grant.
• Supports the Grants Manager to ensures post award grant management in accordance with relevant regulations and generates reports of status of grant activities, such as forecasting payment, inventory, amendments, close outs, and sector specific data (i.e. monthly and quarterly reporting).
• Supports the Grants Manager to ensure on-time deliverables, payments, and cash flow requests by monitoring milestones and payment schedules.

Compliance

• Provides training, guidance, and direction to project staff on planning, implementation, and compliance of grants policies, procedures, and instructions, specifically their role in the process.
• Reviews grants for completeness and appropriateness with the work plan.
• Ensures all required documentation is uploaded in the grants database TAMIS.
• Reviews grant milestones and requests for payments against grant agreements to ensure compliance.
• Trains on and enforces policies and procedures to prevent improprieties, intentional and unintentional.
• Supports the audit of grant files no less than annually.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, degree in business or related field preferred.
• At least 6 years of professional experience, including increasingly responsible grants experience, preferably with international donor-funded organization.
• Familiarity with USAID rules and regulations required.
• Previous experience with DAI policies, procedures, and systems (TAMIS) preferred.
• Ability to solve complex technical, managerial, or operational problems and evaluation options based on relevant information.
• Strong communication skills - both written and oral – in English and Kiswahili

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (MEL Specialist) will support monitoring and evaluation for the KEA-Buy in by drafting, monitoring, and reporting on the monitoring and evaluation plan and progress against each activity; in monitoring/facilitating sub-activities, ensures technical support to each activity area is effective and efficient. The MEL Specialist will support the ATI MEL Director with drafting, monitoring, and reporting on the Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (PMEP) and progress against each activity; in monitoring/facilitating sub-activities, ensuring technical support to each activity area is effective and efficient. He/she will provide support of the information management and design of a monitoring and reporting system including development of program indicators to help inform USAID, the Chief of Party, and Technical Program Officers of project status and progress toward achievement of key results. He/she will be responsible for the following:

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect data on program performance and impact, including undertaking field visits to activity sites.
• Contribute to contract reporting requirements and success stories, conduct periodic data quality and completeness reviews, particularly collect and review evidences for indicator reporting data, and assist the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Director in analysis of project results
• Oversee and manage the monitoring and evaluation system, including implementing the ATI Activity Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Plan (AMELP), developing data collection methodology and tools, and leading complex statistical analyses and MEL reporting.
• Manage the implementation of baseline surveys, program indicators and targets, and gather qualitative and quantitative data related to those indicators and targets.
• Provide performance monitoring and evaluation to include developing appropriate indicators, implementing systems to safeguard the collection and management of program data, and recommending changes to performance monitoring and work plans.
• Support development of the project database system and coordinate with provincial staff to ensure the flow of reporting data from the field to central level; oversee, maintain and regularly update the database system.
• Provide training on tools and methodologies to staff and local partners as needed.
• Coordinate with the Communications Specialist to ensure timely preparation of MEL related progress reports on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
• Provide technical assistance and training on tools and methodology to staff and local partners.
• Provide support to local partners to develop and test theories of change and create forums for information sharing and learning.
• Provide data analysis in support with periodic reporting, success stories in collaboration with the Communications Specialist
• Working closely with the project team, subcontractors, other partners and stakeholders in achieving high MERL standards and the collection, analysis, utilization, dissemination of data and learning.
• Conduct internal and grantee data quality assessments to test the validity and reliability of data used to measure program impact.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Director

REPORTING:

• The MEL Specialist will report to the ATI MEL Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 9+ years of progressively responsible experience in monitoring evaluation, program management, or knowledge management
• Substantial experience with baseline survey design, supervision and analysis
• Experience training local partners and staff in MEL and knowledge management initiatives.
• Excellent writing and organizational skills and experience preparing well-researched reports.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private-sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting.
• Proficiency in database management and data analysis
• Experience in development of web-based data management system is a plus.
• Excellent writing, speaking, and reading skills in English.

Skills:

• Excellent technical skills in quantitative and qualitative monitoring and results measurement (MRM) methods.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex and conflicting information, generate ideas and establish means of effectively testing them.
• Strong strategic thinking skills and good judgment – the ability to reflect on the variety of likely impacts or outcomes from the activity and to determine pragmatic approaches to getting results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and the ability to communicate complex issues with clarity and structure, and to deliver documents to the highest level of professionalism.
• Ability to think strategically and critically, and to bring imagination to solving problems with substantial complexity and ambiguity.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence: a genuine team player with strong listening, negotiating, and persuasive skills.
• Able to identify the key internal and external customers of the services provided by the MEL function, understand their requirements, and deliver services that they value within appropriate timescales.
• Ability to gain the trust and confidence of external and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Genuine interest in business fundamentals and commercial analysis.
• Results-focused, consistent, and accurate with a strong commitment to data integrity.
• Able to plan and deliver work according to timescales and required milestones.
• Able to engage and work with a range of expert consultants and senior and middle management staff.
• Able to work with people of different professional, national and cultural backgrounds.
• Able to work independently, analyze and solve problems, and prioritize issues.
• Able to be flexible, versatile, and learn quickly in new or changing environments.
• Values-driven, demonstrating integrity and firm ethical standards.

Objectives of the assignment

• The Accountant is a key member of the finance team. S/he will play a pivotal role in assuring adherence to financial policies, activity policies and procedures, regulations, controls, and reporting systems. The Accountant will provide accounting and financial analysis support to the activity office and will ensure submission of financial reports based on internal deadlines. This position will ensure compliance of all accounting and financial reporting functions. Responsible for recording costs and day to day general accounting, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, risk management, managing partner relationships, assuring all backup documentation is audit ready, and troubleshooting accounting issues. The individual is also responsible for cash flow analyses, and the overall financial well-being of the activity.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Prepares vendor and payroll tax forms and ensure these are submitted in a timely manner
• Prepares and submits monthly reconciliation reports for review
• Monitors and reports on partner/vendor payment schedules and obligations
• Assists in preparing information for any contractual financial reporting requirements (if applicable)
• Conducts daily reviews of backup documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and full compliance with DAI’s regulations
• Ensures backup documentation is uploaded to relevant system according to set deadlines
• Ensures that accounting policies and practices are carried out in accordance with the Kenyan Tax Code; activity internal controls are established and implemented in accordance with DAI policies, USAID rules/regulations, and the terms of the contract
• Initiates wire requests for field activity implementation
• Verifies vendor invoices for accuracy
• Verifies accuracy of expenses, and activity accounting codes
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of invoices, advances and reimbursements, checks, and wire transfer payments
• Performs monthly bank reconciliations and routinely monitors bank account balances
• Compiles backup documentation for all activity related transactions, and ensures completeness and appropriate review and approvals are documented, scans and uploads the backup documents in DAI archiving systems
• Responsible for maintaining file management systems for soft and hard copy documentation
• Ensures petty cash is maintained according to maximum petty cash policy, and that all petty cash procedures are followed
• Uses DAI’s Field Accounting system (FAS), cloud software for backup documentation, and DAI’s operations system (TAMIS)
• Communicates with the Finance and Operations Lead and Project Management on troubleshooting technical issues.
• Prepares project expense vouchers (for all offices) ensuring accuracy of expense coding
• Ensures that taxes are paid, tracked, recorded, and reported to Kenyan tax authorities and USAID.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or an equivalent from a recognized university at a minimum
• 6+ years of relevant experience and progressive responsibility in finance and accounting; experience working on USAID-funded activities preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA- K)
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls and audit processes (e.g., procurement, local subcontract agreements, etc.)
• Demonstrated report writing skills in English is required
• Computer literate with e-mail and word processing. Excellent knowledge of MS Excel
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks and work as part of a team

Tasks & Responsibilities

The Supervisory Engineer will support the COP and Component leads in the integration of WKWP components, the formation of a collaborative and productive project team, and a county-led development process. Specific tasks will include:

• Manage the development and implementation of the WKWP Construction Plan in collaboration with counties, and the WKWP team, with details on siting, locations, type of construction, implementation plan, standards, and monitoring.
• Ensure timely completion of infrastructure activities by providing quality assurance and quality control for the design and construction of infrastructure in compliance with USAID and Government of Kenya environmental and construction codes, reporting, and management requirements and DAI policies;
• Ensure compliance with environmental and resilience requirements and meet quality standards
• Oversee the production of detailed SOWs, RFPs, RFQs, or BOQs the A&E firm contracted under this activity , and provide input on specifications, deliverables, and contract evaluation criteria;
• Review and advise on contract change (variation) orders as needed;
• Closely monitor the performance of contractors and supervisory firms – this will require regular attendance at monthly progress meetings;
• Confirm that infrastructure is tested and operational prior to commissioning, and operators have the capacity and tools to operate infrastructure
• Manage the relationship with the USAID/KEA A&E firm (as needed) and coordinate with other development partners operating in the region to look for synergies and efficiencies and avoid duplication
• Assist with the review of construction design documents to ensure they are of high quality and within the context of scope, schedule and budget;
• Ensure collaboration and use of participatory approaches with communities and county officials. Build capacity for sustainable operation of infrastructure
• Work to include women and disadvantaged groups both as beneficiaries and as contributors
• Monitoring and assurance of environment mitigation activities following the EMMP in compliance with Environmental Review Report
• Contribute to, and participate in, WKWP co-creation, planning, reporting, events and learning activities
• Supervise the WASH Infrastructure Specialist – Engineer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or construction management
• At least 9 years of demonstrated technical expertise, with substantial developing country context experience, in a combination of the following technical areas: community participation, rural water, institutional development, and private sector engagement
• At least 2 years of demonstrated excellence in a management and leadership position in a WASH construction activity and be a registered professional engineer with the EBK
• Previous management experience with projects of a similar magnitude and complexity
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of government and civil society counterparts and donor and UN partners
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Summary of Primary Duties

The MEL Manager is responsible for managing ATI’s MEL systems, and the Buy-in MEL function, developing MEL plans, and conducting data analysis for the respective ATI and buy-in needs. They will directly support and manage the ATI database ensuring that ATI data and information needs are consistently provided and organized. They are responsible for the overall availability and consistent performance and optimizations of the database solutions. The MEL Manager will work with stakeholders to identify and implement the policies, tools, and processes for data management across ATI and shall take a lead in facilitating learning across the board. The MEL manager shall work closely with the MEL Director to design systems, track results, and provide strategic leadership to the ATI learning agenda. He/She is responsible for all activities related to the development and implementation of the ATI MEL and knowledge management strategy and systems, including operationalizing the Performance Management Plan and MEL system. The MEL Manager supervises the MEL Specialists, MEL Associates and Database Associates.

Overall Responsibilities

Support the MEL Director in setting the direction of the ATI MEL function and lead its management, enabling the program to develop the robust intelligence and analysis needed to develop, adapt, and improve its program strategy on an ongoing basis. To achieve this the MEL manager will be responsible specifically for the following:

• Provides MEL expertise on the design, review, and implementation of the project, as well as the modification of MEL information management systems in particular the MEL Database and DIS platforms.
• Ensuring that data on the ATI database as well as other platforms such as Salesforce and DIS is captured well and properly reported.
• Managing the overall security of the ATI MEL data and ensuring that all data is kept in data with data protection standards.
• With the support of the database associate develop guidelines for database and systems use, including training staff on any new upgrades.
• Provide day-to-day remote assistance and support to activity teams and project staff.
• Manages the data quality and assurance standards.
• Is responsible for ongoing support to the USAID reporting platforms such as Salesforce and DIS and shall ensure that all reports and data needs are provided as per Mission requirements and Performance monitoring plans.
• Leads ATI MEL data analysis including providing support to ATI Dashboards, and USAID reporting requirements, and effectively supports the Communications team with data analytics for reporting to different USAID requirements.
• Provide leadership to ATI Data Quality Assurance Processes. This includes setting up DQA assessments and ensuring all data in ATI MEL systems meets the USAID Data Quality Assurance standards.
• Liaise and coordinates with various buy-in mission to tailor strategic MEL support to meet individual mission buy-in objectives.
• Manages the indicator performance reporting and target setting for the USAID Missions’ quarterly and annual reporting and baselines for reporting progress and maintains reporting procedures and guidelines in compliance with USAID guidelines.
• Lead in the development of specialized monitoring and evaluation tools and data collection protocols to ensure accurate collection and verification.
• Lead the learning function and work closely with the MEL director to effectively implement the ATI learning agenda. The MEL manager tracks the ATI progress and evaluates its impact in an integrated manner allowing for ongoing learning and program adjustments.
• Coordinates, oversees and participates in project evaluation activities to assess the outcomes and impacts of the ATI activities.
• Provides training and mentoring to staff on MEL, including teams across the continent as well as in the US.
• Working closely with the ATI MEL Director, Coordinate annual performance reviews at Buy-in, Regional as well and Africa-wide levels.
• Support Buy-in MEL implementation including providing Prosper Africa Direct MEL support.
• Maintains an extensive and detailed technical body of knowledge of the latest MEL techniques, applications, and methodologies for use by staff and partners.
• Tracks performance progress and captures results, with a strong emphasis on bringing both quantitative and qualitative research methods to bear upon cross-cutting development objectives.
• Conduct regular and ad-hoc data analysis and work closely with the Communications team to develop reports (monthly, quarterly, annual) to demonstrate progress and facilitate continuous learning and project management.

Reporting

The MEL Manager will report to the MEL Director.

• The MEL Manager works independently to perform the duties and responsibilities of MEL-related work and is assigned to other program-related duties as needed upon the direction of the Director. The MEL Manager is expected to perform autonomously to execute the MEL responsibilities as outlined in this SOW. The MEL Manager is expected to develop his/her work schedule, and procedures for accomplishing tasks and independently resolve problems that may arise during the accomplishment of these objectives in compliance with the ATI and DAI’s procedures and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible work experience, developing, implementing, and managing M&E and knowledge management of development projects.
• Professional work experience on M&E systems for trade and investment, agricultural development, market systems approach, or other similar development areas is strongly preferred.
• Experience in supervising is required.
• Demonstrated ability to implement, operationalize, and manage information collection and analysis systems.
• Demonstrated experience leading and building the capacity of teams of MEL associates, and officers, including remote, field-based staff, to meet program needs and deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong background and training in field research methodologies, including some knowledge of statistical analysis programs.
• A master’s degree in evaluation, social sciences, or other relevant fields is preferred.

Skills

• Excellent technical skills in quantitative and qualitative monitoring and results measurement (MRM) methods.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex and conflicting information, generate ideas, and establish means of effectively testing them.
• Strong strategic thinking skills and good judgment – the ability to reflect on the variety of likely impacts or outcomes from an activity and to determine pragmatic approaches to getting results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and the ability to communicate complex issues with clarity and structure, and to deliver documents to the highest level of professionalism.
• Ability to think strategically and critically, and to bring imagination to solving problems with substantial complexity and ambiguity.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence: a genuine team player with strong listening, negotiating, and persuasive skills.
• Ability to identify the key internal and external customers of the services provided by the MEL function, understand their requirements, and deliver services that they value within appropriate timescales.
• The ability to gain the trust and confidence of external and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Genuine interest in business fundamentals and commercial analysis.
• Results-focused, consistent, and accurate with a strong commitment to data integrity.
• Able to plan and deliver work according to timescales and required milestones.
• Able to engage and work with a range of expert consultants and senior and middle management staff.
• Able to work with people of different professional, national, and cultural backgrounds.
• Able to work independently, analyze and solve problems, and prioritize issues.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• The IT Assistant will support the for managing and responding to all IT and database needs, including system installations, maintenance, work closely with IT Officer on TAMIS database trouble shooting and maintenance, MEL Database design and maintenance, and provide support and technical consultations to clients. S/he will assist in ensuring that IT standards set by the DAI home office are followed and project solutions are the most efficient and cost effective. The responsibilities will also include assisting in the setup, maintenance and troubleshooting of Local Area Networks (LANs) at the project office. S/he will assist with setup, maintenance and troubleshooting of client computers and peripherals such as printers and scanners.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support in the management of IT and communications equipment, network and information systems, and security, including communication links in the program office.
• Support ATI TAMIS database and MEL database in close coordination with TAMIS administrator and MEL database team
• Assist in the local network maintenance and installation including cabling, switches/hubs and NIC configuration, TCP/IP, NAT, TCP/IP printing, windows network and domain services on TCP/IP
• Support requests to Home Office System Administrators for new user accounts and TAMIS access
• Assist in the implementation of additions, deletions and major modifications to the IT infrastructure.
• Monitor and maintain network infrastructure including internet connections, perimeter equipment, network switches, wireless access points and printers.
• Check computer hardware (HDD, mouses, keyboards etc.) to ensure functionality.
• Assist with technical specifications, budget, and forecast the IT requirements for the offices and coordinate the procurement for the same and follow up on warranty claims for IT equipment.
• Support orientation and guidance to users on operating new software and computer equipment
• Organize and schedule upgrades, configurations and maintenance as recommended by OIMT.
• Perform troubleshooting support to diagnose and resolve problems-repair or replace parts, or application issues as they arise.
• Ensure compliance with DAI IT Security policies, procedures and standards.
• Assist in maintaining an up-to-date inventory list of IT equipment.

REPORTING:

• The IT Assistant will report to the IT Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT or equivalent
• 4+ years of progressively responsible procurement experience with at least one year in NGO or international organization
• Additional and relevant certification as IT Technician will be an advantage (e.g. A+, N+, CCNA or Microsoft Certified IT Professional)
• Ability to troubleshoot common hardware, software and network issues
• PC and Server support experience
• Knowledge of Windows Server & Windows Client operating systems
• Knowledge of Hyper-V visualization platform
• Knowledge of Windows network services: AD. DNS, DHCP, WSUS, Print and file sharing
• Experience with Outlook client or O365 services
• Knowledge of backup and restore services
• Physical and logical LAN and WAN infrastructure principles
• Communication equipment and VPN services
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a customer-service attitude
• Fluency in English is required.

ROLE'S PURPOSE

• In consultation with DAI Global Security, the Security Manager will draft and oversee project security solutions, including risk assessments, project security and continuity plans, design physical security components and security training, and provide information reports.
• The Security Manager ensures that the security component serves as a project enabler, prioritizing staff safety and security and asset protection. Effective communication and reporting to the project’s Director of Finance and Operations and DAI headquarters to ensure that the project develops a culture of security and that operations are conducted in a DAI security-compliant manner. Coordination with Security Agencies, INGO Security Networks, and other professional Security Networks such as the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) will be another responsibility, as well as oversight and quality control and assurance of the subcontracted static and mobile security services.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project security plans, ensuring adherence to DAI crisis and incident management response procedures.
• Provide training to project leadership and other project staff with security responsibilities.
• Collaborate with all project staff to ensure strict compliance with required security policies and plans, fostering a comprehensive understanding of dynamic security issues and considerations across program geographies. E
• nsure DAI Global Security is informed of all incidents and that incidents are reported to the client through the COP and other designated project contacts.
• Conduct research to identify emerging threats and risks and develop threat/vulnerability analysis to enhance preparedness, avoidance, response, and evacuation plans.
• Provide regular verbal security updates to DAI Global Security and project leadership, ensuring they are informed of project travel decisions and activity implementation protocols as required.
• Serve as a key member of DAI project resilience and business continuity structures, relying on risk management best practices.
• Conduct security training for program staff in security protocols, including personal security, terrorism and conflict awareness, and personal preparedness.
• Quality Control/Quality Assurance of the local static security provider.
• Supports the COP in Incident Management when relating to project staff.
• Conducts DAI staff security briefings for all staff.
• In coordination with the COP and other members of the project leadership team, as appropriate, ensure any plans, movements, operations, proposed changes, or recommendations are fair and reasonable and within the context of the project Security Plan.
• In coordination with the COP and other members of the project leadership team, as appropriate, provides prudent oversight of budgets, equipment, technology, and personnel and allocates resources to meet changing security needs and new threats in line with DAI Global Security Policy.
• Coordinates security procurement items such as communications equipment, vehicle tracking equipment, medical kits, security upgrades, and ancillaries.
• Provide written briefings and updates as necessary, including areas to be avoided in cities and geographies where GGA Activity has travelers based on the latest developments.
• Provide pre-deployment briefings for staff traveling to areas for the first time or other high-risk project locations.
• Support route assessments and provide advice on travel management.
• Escort program staff as needed.
• Conduct various drills, as per pre-identified risks, on a scheduled biannual and as-needed basis.

Communication

• Ensures the security company contract is compliant with local regulations and client and DAI policies.
• Enforcement of DAI’s security policies and procedures across project offices.
• Understands DAI and USAID rules, regulations, processes, and systems for compliant project implementation.
• Ensures safeguarding of staff and a strict zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and unethical behavior.
• Uphold DAI ethics and values in all aspects of the job.

Compliance

• Ensures the security company contract is compliant with local regulations and client and DAI policies.
• Enforcement of DAI’s security policies and procedures across project offices.
• Understands DAI and USAID rules, regulations, processes, and systems for compliant project implementation.
• Ensures safeguarding of staff and a strict zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and unethical behavior.
• Uphold DAI ethics and values in all aspects of the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant professional experience, including experience working in securing development or humanitarian programs in Kenya and/or East Africa.
• Prior experience working with USAID- or other international donor-funded programs.
• An acute understanding of risk management, community acceptance, and low-profile security management regarding all facets of security operations, and an ability to problem-solve and lead in high-stress environments.
• Personal and professional network within Kenya/West Africa, with a developed understanding of the West Africa context, including insurgent groups, community militias, and ethic-based conflicts, and interaction with West Africa and international security forces and government.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills verbally and in writing, with a demonstrated ability to communicate in English clearly, concisely, and effectively with security staff and non-security staff alike.
• Applied Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, OneDrive, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and/or SharePoint.
• Preference for individuals who have worked in northern and southeastern Kenya, especially Garissa, Isiolo, Marsabit, Samburu, Turkana, Wajir, Kitui, Makueni, and Taita Taveta.
• Preference for individuals who are familiar with or have supported former programs that have a technical focus in water, sanitation, agriculture, or sustainable livelihoods.

Overview of Job Description

• The Senior Technical Trade Advisor will provide direct support to the Office of Principal Secretary (PS) for Trade, Kenya on the scope of activities as outlined in the responsibilities section below. This role will work collaboratively and in conjunction with USAID/KEA and ATI to coordinate and deliver agreed upon technical trade and business enabling environment activities as per the priorities of the Office of the Principal Secretary (PS) for Trade, Kenya through a responsive, demand-driven implementation.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Identify and prioritize the three top sectors to support to maximize the growth of Kenyan exports.
• Identify key constraints and unknowns, in close collaboration with private sector leaders on the identified three sectors.
• Draft the terms of reference (scopes of work) for the design of a maximum of three action plans and route to market strategy (one per sector). The scopes of work will be reviewed by the PS for Trade, ATI and USAID
• Under the auspices of the PS for Trade, convene and manage sector-specific meetings, including PSE representatives (including women and youth) to inform the action plans.
• Collaborate closely with ATI to produce the MEL matrix to monitor and report on the key performance indicators in all three-sector action plans.
• Oversee development of sector action plans, present finalized action plans to government and private sector audiences and oversee their implementation.
• Collaborate with ATI in the collection and reporting of impact data in line with the action plan metrics during initial stages of action plan implementation.
• Other activities as assigned by the Office of the Principal Secretary for Trade, Kenya or ATI in support of furthering U.S.-Kenyan trade relations.
• Reporting to ATI and KEA with recommendations for enhancing the impact of the work.

Reporting

• The Senior Technical Trade Advisor will have dual reporting responsibilities. There will be a reporting line on technical matters to the Principal Secretary (PS) for Trade, Ministry of Industry and Trade and Investment of Kenya and a reporting line on project management and activity administrative matters to ATI’s Activity Manager.

Indicative Deliverables

• Brief report explaining the justification for the selection of the top three sectors to support the growth of Kenyan exports.
• Report on key constraints and unknowns to support trade in three selected sectors.
• Schedule of sector-specific meetings and summary of learnings from meetings with private sector leaders to inform and produce action plans.
• Scope of work developed, and action plans generated for each of the three sectors identified.
• Provide leadership in presentation and implementation of the action plans for each sector.
• Regular reports on agreed key performance indicators, including impact data in line with action plan metrics and MEL matrix; and
• Written periodic updates to ATI and KEA for each of the three sectors including ways to enhance the impact of the work undertaken in implementing the sectoral action plans.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in international development, trade, and private sector development or relevant university degree that demonstrates complementarity to the scope of requirements.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in trade and business enabling environment programming and processes, preferably under USAID-funded programs.
• At least 12 years of demonstrated experience supporting, leading, designing, and/or supporting projects that contribute to significant trade and business enabling results in Africa.
• Minimum 12 years of experience working to develop and maintain strategic trade partnerships with African government institutions, U.S. Government agencies, international and regional economic bodies in Africa, and trade service providers.
• Experience and knowledge of trade and business enabling environment issues and how they link to U.S. Government priorities, with the ability to identify trends and strategically adapt activities to improve impact.
• Experience working in African countries to implement trade and private sector development strategies, with a preference for experience working with the Government of Kenya.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently.
• Solutions-oriented, customer-service motivated team player who is also able to work independently and on own initiative.