Danchurch Aid Careers

ROLE PURPOSE:

• The Area Finance Officer is a key member of DCA’s Turkana team. The Area Finance Officer will supervise and provide support to the Lodwar-based Finance Assistant in internal controls, accounting database management, reconciliation and verification of payment, budget and treasury and cash management functions. The Area Finance Officer will also support the Nairobi-based Head of Finance and Support Services in managing the finance activities, financial controls, computerised accounting systems and staff in Turkana in line with DCA’s financial procedures. S/he will support grant management, by advising on compliance, participating in monthly project/grant review meetings, coordinating BvA feedback, and working with budget holders to ensure implementation is on track.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide technical financial support to the Programme/Project staff throughout the programme/project cycle to enable compliance with DCA’s policies and procedures and any donor specific finance requirements.
• Ensure that accounting data are properly entered into the Maconomy system, in accordance with DCA’s financial rules, regulations and practices,
• Ensure the maintaining of accurate financial records including electronic and hard copies of all financial supporting documentation.
• Participate in monthly BvA Meetings and present spending status.
• Lead all aspects of day-to-day operations of finance department in the field office.
• Assist in the implementation of finance policies and procedures.
• Support the development donor financial reports for donor funded (single grant) projects and budgets for new proposals.
• Verify completeness and accuracy of all accounting documents before payments are made for accurate coding and budget adequacy.
• Filing all finance records and make it available for internal / external audit and review and trace all documents trail.
• Collaborate with finance and operations team members to ensure that actions / recommendations included in management letters resulting from any audits are followed up internally and reconciled.
• Liaison with procurement, logistics and programmes staff for timely processing of valid payments.
• Assist the field office in forecasting cash flows according to the activities in the programme area.
• Support the development and review of office budget, and associated forecasts / revisions.
• Make recommendations on procedural improvements and contribute to the training of DCA and partner staff in the areas of accounting, finance, and compliance to financial procedures.
• Any other task assigned by supervisor.

Required Education And Experience
Education:

• A first degree in Commerce Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Post-graduate diploma preferred.
• Part II qualified in a recognized professional qualification in Accounting (CPA, ACCA).

Experience:

• Minimum four years similar work experience within a fast-paced work environment.
• Good knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures including use of accounting software.
• Advanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions).

Other Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivation, creativity and an ability to perform without close supervision.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail, with an ability to spot numerical errors

The Role

The Senior Global Humanitarian Advisor provides on-the-ground and remote support for our humanitarian operations. Providing training and mentoring to DCA staff and partners on core humanitarian competencies- global humanitarian principles, sector standards, project and programme design and implementation. The post holder will also work closely with the fundraising team supporting, and when needed leading proposal development.

Travel requirement - Up to 50% of the year, for periods ranging from 1 to 6 weeks.

Required Competencies:

Essential

• A minimum of 5 years of field-based humanitarian management experience, including experience in complex and volatile contexts.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and French are essentials.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to adapt quickly, strong communication and diplomatic skills, with the ability to build relations both within and outside DCA.
• Experience delivering humanitarian assistance in partnership with local actors.
• A practitioner understanding of key humanitarian disciplines, so that you can lead assessments, programme design, implementation, and MEAL.
• Proven skills in facilitating trainings and capacity strengthening of international and national actors.
• Experience supporting programme development and strategy with country offices and partners, management experience is a strong advantage.
• Strong leadership, team building and communication skills.

Desired

• Technical experience in one of the following areas: emergency food security and livelihoods, cash-based methodologies, gender, accountability.

What we can offer you:

• Full time head office contract starting 1 April 2024.
• Work time is 37 hours per week including lunch break.
• Excellent colleagues in a rewarding and empowering workplace.
• An opportunity to become part of one of Denmark’s largest organizations working with international development and humanitarian operations.

DCA is seeking to recruit an experienced and energetic Kenyan National for the position of Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning Officer. The position is based in Kakuma - with travel within Turkana County - and reports to the Area Programme Manager, based in Kakuma**.** The MEAL Officer willline manage the Kakuma-based MEAL Assistant and receive technical support and supervision from the Nairobi-based MEAL Coordinator.

The MEAL Officer will support the implementation of DCA and partner-led projects in Kakuma and the wider Turkana County. The MEAL Officer will ensure that projects are routinely monitored, with data collected, managed and analysed to improve the outputs of the programmes as envisaged. The MEAL Officer will contribute to the development of project specific MEAL plans as guided by the MEAL Coordinator, and will ensure the implementation of project MEAL plans. In close coordination with implementing staff, partners and relevant government departments, s/he will gather relevant information to monitor programme outputs and outcomes in target communities. In addition, s/he will ensure that accountability mechanisms are in place for the programme and act as the focal point in receiving and channelling complaints and feedback.

The main responsibilities of the MEAL Officer are:

MEAL Tool Development and Data Management

• Actively participate and lead Dca and partner staff in design and development of project proposals (Theory of Change, log frame, results framework, work plan and monitoring plans)
• Develop and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation system that will ensure tracking of project/ programme results at different levels (outputs, outcomes, and impact).
• Develop/adopt an integrated database of all programme area projects / programmes and ensure accountability through regular data updates, data integrity and working in collaboration with the project and partner staff.
• Work with DCA and partner programme staff to ensure the collection of relevant and appropriate data needed for an effective MEAL system which will be utilized in monitoring strengths, weaknesses and gaps in existing projects/ programmes and services and for reporting on donor commitments.
• Review and update existing data collection tools for the current programmes and projects.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Maintain and update the overall indicator results frameworks for the programme area projects.
• Develop Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) plans for all projects and proposals and ensure the same is followed up during implementation.
• Ensure all single grants have updated work-plan and performance management plan (PMP) in tandem with all approved proposals, regularly reviewing and updating as needed.
• Carry out regular data quality assessments/audits for MEAL data based on agreed indicators to guide decision making.
• Provide alert to the respective staff on corrective actions required to avoid delays in implementation, including flagging operational issues and risks requiring timely actions.
• Review monthly progress reports from DCA staff/partners and ensure they have evidence to back-up and provide feedback to the respective staff.
• Collate/prepare programme reports related to internal reporting such as the quarterly and annual reports.
• Ensure that cross-cutting issues such as participation, gender, age and disability are effectively addressed/ mainstreamed in all project/programme implementation. .

Assessments, Surveys, Research and Evaluation

• Adhere to accountability requirements by initiating baseline surveys for new projects/programmes and conducting relevant evaluations for ongoing projects to meet DCA standards.
• Ensure that DCA Kakuma & Lodwar offices learns from all final evaluations of completed projects for decision making and improvement of project designs.
• Lead and/or coordinate all programme area level assessments, evaluations, research, and performance evaluation tasks including planning and reporting on the same.
• Assist in the development of Terms of Reference (TOR) for external surveys and consultant recruitment and selection.
• Coordinate the review all survey reports prepared to ensure quality and accurate reporting.

Learning, Accountability and Capacity Building

• Informed by monitoring, review and evaluation activities, provide relevant evidence for learning from projects to DCA staff and partners.
• Share learning and provide constructive comments to colleagues in order to ensure programme quality. Ensure Sex, Age, Disaggregated data, Accountability and Gender standards are consistently adhered in programme delivery.
• Build capacity of DCA and partner staff through training to ensure adoption of new data monitoring tools and quality of data collected.
• Keep abreast of new approaches and tools on MEAL and provide training to DCA and partner staff as requested. Enable staff to monitor and evaluate their own efforts, gather relevant data and produce required progress reports.
• As the CRM focal point in Turkana County, receive and process complaints and feedback from the project participants.

Safeguarding

DCA is committed to safeguarding the communities with which we work, our partners, staff, and any others who we come into contact with. Therefore, you will also be responsible for:

• Preventing harm and abuse from our people, operations, and programmes to anyone that encounters our work.
• Reporting all safeguarding incidents you see, hear, hear about or suspect, using our internal reporting mechanism.
• Complying with all safeguarding framework policies and practices.
• Completing mandatory training courses relating to our safeguarding policy framework and complying with HR vetting procedures.

Required Education and Experience

Education:

• A holder of a degree in Statistics, Social Sciences, ICT, Development Studies, Project Management or other relevant field required. A master’s degree would be an added advantage.

Experience:

• A minimum of three years of professional experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably with INGOs.
• Experience in the usage of Digital Data Collection software such as Kobo, ODK, Magpi, and Commcare.
• Strong skills in qualitative and quantitative data analysis and visualisation using at least three softwares: MS-Excel, STATA, SPSS, Power Bi, NVIVO and other data management software.

The desired candidate should have:

• Ability to work independently to troubleshoot, perform root cause analysis, identify and isolate technical issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivation, creativity, and should perform without close supervision.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.

About DCA: DanChurchAid (DCA) is working in Turkana, West Pokot, Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nyandarua, Nakuru and Nairobi counties with refugees and local communities to enhance peace, livelihoods and resilience. DCA implements projects directly as well as through local partner organizations. For more information on DCA, please visit www.danchurchaid.org

DCA offers: The position is for a period of 24 months. DCA offers a competitive salary package (salary, insurance, and benefits) in accordance to experience and DCA Kenya HR Manual.

How to apply

Interested candidates should apply via the Link https://dca.career.emply.com/en/national-positions.

The deadline for applications is 12th January 2024.

Any published closing dates are estimated. We aim to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible. This means that we will close adverts as soon as we have found the right candidate, and this may be before the published closing date. We would therefore advise interested applicants to submit an application as early as possible.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of race, gender, marital status and religious, political, or ethnic affiliation. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. DCA conducts a thorough anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment period.

DCA is seeking to recruit a competent and energetic Kenyan National for an eight month internship asMulti Purpose Cash Transfer (MPCT) Intern to support cash-based interventions for vulnerable refugee households. The position is based in Kakuma and reports to the Project Assistant – Cash-Based Interventions, with support from the Project Officer – Financial Inclusion.

The main responsibilities of the Intern - MPCT are:

Community mobilization and sensitization

• Participate in community mobilization and sensitization on the project objectives and execution approach.
• Assist in identification, verification and selection of target households using the defined targeting criteria, working closely with the Department of Refugee Services (DRS)
• Maintain a detailed beneficiary database and ensure it is updated regularly or on a need basis.

Conduct post distribution monitoring, reporting and relevant surveys

• Participate in baseline and endline surveys and assist the M & E focal person in data analysis and reporting.
• Assist in monthly Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) survey to assess the utilization, identify distribution challenges and the impact of the cash transfer.
• Contribute to regular reports and updates on the progress of all the field activities.

Support cash transfer to right holders

• Support the actual transfer of the cash to selected beneficiaries, liaising with finance to ensure all perquisite documentations are in place.
• Support in the planning and coordination of meetings, workshops and field visits related to the cash transfer programme.

Support in establishing a robust accountability and learning system

• Ensure regular communication with the rightholders and the community to inform, identify challenges with the programme and take corrective actions in consultation with the Line Manager.
• Support in documentation and compiling of lessons learned and best practices from the programme.
• Assist in the coordination and training for different actors involved in the implementation of the programme in accountability.

Any other task as may be directed by the Line Manager.

Required technical skills, experience & knowledge:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences (Community development, Development Studies, Humanitarian Affairs) or any other relevant field.
• At least three months experience working in the humanitarian context in cash programming or protection, preferably in a refugee context.
• Some understanding of cash transfer programming in humanitarian response or protection mainstreaming is an added advantage.

Desired:

• Knowledge of cash-based interventions
• Knowledge of Core Humanitarian Standards
• An excellent team player and able to adapt to new environments within a short time.
• Strong organizational skills

About DCA

DanChurchAid (DCA) is working in Turkana, West Pokot, Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nyandarua, Nakuru, and Nairobi counties with refugees and local communities to enhance peace, livelihoods, and resilience. DCA implements projects directly as well as through local partner organizations. For more information on DCA, please visit https://www.danchurchaid.org/

Note: DCA is under no obligation whatsoever to hire an intern during or after their completion of the internship program.

How to apply

Apply online through: https://dca.career.emply.com/en/national-positions

The deadline for applications is 12th January 2024

This position is open to candidates from Turkana County only. All applications must be channelled through the online recruitment system.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the vacancy. DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.

ROLE PURPOSE:

• The MEAL Coordinator is a technical role and heads the MEAL function in the DCA Kenya Country Office (CO). The MEAL Coordinator will lead on the development and strategic direction of DCA’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems, policies, and procedures. The position will lead in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective and appropriate M&E systems for DCA-led projects and providing technical support to partners. The post will involve coordination with project management teams and partner focal points in line with donor reporting requirements, and with DCA guidelines and best practices.

Key responsibilities:

• Take the lead in implementing the DCA MEAL policy and guidelines, coordinating with and providing technical support to field-based DCA MEAL staff on the same.
• Participate and play a leading role in the development and roll-out of a MEAL strategy for the DCA Kenya CO.
• Offer technical guidance for a strong MEAL system and processes throughout the project cycle from the design, start up, implementation to close-out and learning.
• Drive the use of learning and evidence from internal and external sources including previous projects to advise innovative proposal designs, Theory of Change (ToC) and program adaptation. Lead MEAL team proposal inputs including the development of proposed log frames, indicators, and MEAL approaches.
• Developing and operationalizing, logical frameworks, MEAL plans, data collection tools, processes for data management, complaints handling and feedback, quality checks and audits, and data visualization.
• Produce high-quality data, analysis, reports, presentations, and dashboards of key findings that foster learning and decision-making and share in key meetings such as project learning meetings and strategic senior leadership team (SLT) meetings.
• Analyse partner project data and reports, draw lessons learned and propose corrective measures to partners and DCA staff where necessary.
• Collaborating with DCA and partner project staff and the DCA Programme Development, Grants & Partnerships Coordinator, review donor reporting in advance of submission to ensure quality and accuracy and working closely with MEAL teams in field sites to ensure proper reporting of data.
• Working closely with the HoP, coordinate and facilitate inputs to the annual Country Programme report compilation.
• Supporting project and / or grant closeout and learning meetings to ensure sharing and capturing of lessons learnt.
• In close consultations with the HoP, plan and undertake monitoring visits to partners / projects and document actions / learning via monitoring reports.
• Provide technical leadership for the design, methodology, and conduct of surveys such as baseline and endline, and the commission of evaluations and any other assessments as required in coordination with DCA and partner MEAL & project staff where applicable.
• Provide ongoing support to project teams, partners, and rights holders to mainstream M&E systems; identify skill gaps that can be addressed through targeted organizational capacity support. Plan, organize and conduct MEAL capacity assessments & develop and implement capacity building plans for both partner & DCA project and MEAL staff.
• Serve as the DCA Kenya Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS)/Accountability focal point. Leading on reviewing and enhancing DCA and partner complaints handling and feedback mechanisms, and providing technical leadership on periodic ‘Listen, Learn, Act’ surveys.
• Contribute to evidence-based decision-making on programme design and implementation, notably through making monitoring, review, and evaluations findings accessible, developing innovative, user-friendly, and informative products.
• In cooperation with the Communications & Events Assistant and project staff, produce human interest stories, case stories, periodic SITREPs, quarterly newsletters, and other visibility materials communicating DCA and partner’s work, achievements and learning.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

• A University degree in a relevant subject area (statistics, monitoring & evaluation, data management, social science, public health, economic development, or a related field) – a technical degree together with additional relevant work experience may substitute for education.
• A minimum 6 years of working experience within Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning-related functions.
• Experience in conducting research.
• Leadership experience and validated technical skills in setting up quality MEAL systems that lead to evidence-based decision-making.
• Knowledge of MEAL for international donors including EU, ECHO, Danida, NORAD and other institutional donors.
• Knowledge of and experience in working with local and international partners and the private sector.
• Enjoys and is good at liaison, building relations and networking.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with experience in engaging with people of different cultures and backgrounds.
• Flexible, pro-active, self-motivated and good at coordinating and organizing own work as well as that of the team, while managing several processes at a time. This should be combined with a strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of DCA’s programmatic areas is an advantage.

ROLE PURPOSE:

• The Programme Development, Grants & Partnerships Coordinator coordinates DCA’s resource mobilization efforts and secures timely and efficient grant management for our programme in Kenya. The main purpose of the PDGP Coordinator is to plan, coordinate and ensure quality and timeliness in all grants and fundraising processes in the Kenya Country Office (CO). The position will also be responsible for coordinating DCA partner support and capacity building within an organizational development framework.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Programme and Country Director, in strategically engaging with donors and other stakeholders to develop and implement the DCA Kenya CO fundraising strategy.
• Coordinating timely proposal development – together with partner organisations, other INGO staff and DCA colleagues – ensuring that proposals are of high quality and meet donor requirements.
• Support the quality assurance/approval of project proposals and ensure they are designed in line with DCA Kenya Country Programme, DCA Global Strategy & Results Framework.
• Ensure regular & effective partner engagement/communication in all stages of the project cycle & in grants management.
• Working closely with the MEAL Coordinator, review project and programme reports for internal QA before submission to HQ for further QA and onward submission to the donors.
• Plan, organize and conduct partner organizational capacity assessments & develop and implement capacity building plans for partners, in collaboration with key programme and finance & support service staff.
• Assisting in building relations and increase visibility of DCA among both donors, private sector, partners, INGOs and other key stakeholders.
• Ensuring that all funded projects meet the visibility and communication requirements of the funding agency.
• Serve as the DCA Kenya representative to the Act Alliance Kenya Forum and focal point for supporting capacity strengthening initiatives under the Kenya Charter for Change (C4C) working group.
• Securing constructive and close collaboration with relevant units and colleagues in DCA, both in Kenya and in DCA in Copenhagen with regards to fundraising and grants management, and;
• Coordinate and supervise relevant programme staff in maintaining all the PPD project and programme records and data up to date and in compliance with DCA internal procedures.

Required Education and Experience

• A university degree in community/international development, project management or other related sciences as well as minimum five years working experience, preferably in Kenya and/or East Africa region.
• Documented successful experience in implementing fundraising strategies and coordinating proposal development and writing, including excellent English writing skills.
• Knowledge of grant management of international donors including EU, ECHO, Danida, NORAD and other institutional donors.
• Knowledge of and experience in working with local and international partners and the private sector.
• Enjoys and is good at liaison, building relations and networking.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with experience in engaging with people of different cultures and backgrounds.
• Flexible, pro-active, self-motivated and good at coordinating and organizing own work as well as that of the team, while managing several processes at a time. This should be combined with a strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of DCA’s programmatic areas is an advantage.

• The Consortium Technical Resilience Advisor will be responsible for providing technical assistance and quality assurance for the EU funded project titled ‘Strengthening integrated Peace, Resilience and Disaster Risk Reduction for cross-border communities in the Karamoja Cluster’.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing technical capacity strengthening support on designing, planning, implementing resilience components of the project in collaboration with technical leads (based with partners in Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan). Identifying training needs and engaging relevant colleagues, e.g. from the involved DCA Country Offices (CO), partners or from DCA-HQ, or, if need be, external consultants/trainers.
• Assessing technical experience and evidence from past interventions and following regional interventions and research on resilience to integrate good practice, lessons learned and new insights in the delivery of the project. Aligning with DCA strategy and programmatic approaches and feeding into adjustments of these, if evidence requires.
• Identifying synergies and coordinating with other resilience actions carried out by DCA and partners as well as other initiatives and actors. Internally, this will include regular sparring and sharing learnings with resilience colleagues in HQ (Programme, Advocacy & Learning / PAL Unit) and with colleagues in relevant COs, thereby contributing to building organisational learning. Advising and supporting the Consortium Project Manager and country level resilience colleagues on strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement.
• Externally, and for maintaining technical oversight, the Advisor will be expected to take part in relevant networking events and engage in stakeholder relationships, in alignment with the Consortium Project Manager.
• Supporting Consortium Project Manager, country level technical leads and M&E colleagues on developing, using, reviewing and adapting MEAL frameworks and tools related to resilience, documenting results of the interventions and identifying stories for communication on project impact.
• Producing and contributing to policy briefing papers and technical reports together with country level and partner technical leads to support decision making processes and knowledge sharing - regionally and in country.

Experience and qualifications:

• Relevant educational background (BSc, MSc) within the field of international development, resilience, environmental, social science or similar fields of expertise.
• At least seven years experience of working internationally in (climate) resilience issues in humanitarian and development settings.
• Experience within the region, preferably from at least two of the countries in question - Kenya, Ethiopia and South Sudan. Experience from cross-border interventions is an advantage.
• Strong technical skills and experience on resilience building programming. In the context of this project, resilience encompasses environmental and climate, social and economic dimensions and emphasizes communities’ leadership and involvement, market-based approaches, gender sensitive and transformative action, human rights-based and conflict sensitive approaches.
• Experience with agro-pastoral and pastoral food and livelihoods systems, integrated natural resources management (and conflict resolution related to natural resources), resilience design, agroecology and ecosystem-based adaptation approaches or similar is an advantage.

Skills and abilities:

• Strong knowledge of the political, socio-economic and environmental contexts (regional and country contexts)
• Knowledge of EU funded projects and technical and operational requirements is an advantage.
• Ability to coordinate and engage in-country and field-based colleagues, including keeping oversight and clarity in operations, despite the differing contexts of implementation and the different (technical) points of departure of colleagues from the three countries.

Personal qualities:

• Ability to work independently, provide technical leadership and facilitate good team collaboration and learning across resilience colleagues in the three countries, and between the DCA-led and two other consortium engaged in the wider EU-funded programme.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively, build capacities and engage a variety of stakeholders effectively for achievement of results.
• Ability to support and provide advice on challenging technical matters, energize colleagues and develop solutions.

DCA is seeking to recruit a competent, experienced and motivated Kenyan National for the position of Area Procurement & Logistics (ProLog) Officer. The position is based in Lodwar - with travel within Turkana County - and reports to the Area Programme Manager, basedin Kakuma,

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Area Prolog Officer is a key member of DCA’s Turkana team. The Area ProLog Officer will supervise and provide support to the Kakuma-based ProLog Assistant, with technical support from the Country Office (CO) ProLog Officer based in Nairobi.

Key responsibilities:

Procurement

• Ensure implementing partners and DCA staff in Turkana comply with DCA and donor procurement guidelines and policies.
• Ensure that DCA and implementing partners in Turkana have up-to-date procurement plans, revised quarterly.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date procurement tracker for the DCA-led projects in Turkana
• Launch, assess and ensure that tenders are awarded in a fair and open manner adhering to DCA and donor rules and regulations.
• Ensure that goods, services and works procured are of the right quality, in the right quantities, at the right price, delivered to the right place, at the right time (5 Rs).
• Inspect and ensure the quality of received goods, engaging technical experts where necessary.
• Review DCA and partner procurement documentation for completeness and accuracy, providing timely feedback to partners, finance, programmes and administration when required.

Logistics

• Provide the required logistics support for project-related logistics.
• Compile, review and submit relevant monthly logistics reports.
• Ensure regular physical inventory checks are done of all assets and equipment, that appropriate storage conditions exist, and security of such items is ensured.
• Ensure the maintenance, management and functionality of all office equipment and assets including communication and IT items.
• Maintain and organise complete and accurate documentation and filing systems for all files (e-filing)
• Liaise with the CO ProLog Officer to arrange the required IT support services for DCA Turkana-based staff.
• Support budget planning of programs and project proposals with regard to logistics requirements.

Partner support

• Participate in ProLog assessments of new partners, and periodic re-assessments of existing partners in Turkana.
• Support partners with tender processes when requested to do or when required according to the value of the procurement.
• Train and provide ongoing support to partners in project-related procurement processes, ensuring compliance with the relevant DCA and donor guidelines.
• Undertake partner support visits on a regular basis to follow up on the quality of ProLog procedures.

Security

• Support the Area Programme Manager and the CO ProLog Officer (Safety & Security Focal Point) to:
• implement and updating logistics aspects of the area security plan to ensure resources and facilities are ready at all times for prevention/response and for either hibernation or evacuation.
• Monitor the security situation in DCA areas of operations and undertake risks assessments.
• Ensure the area security risk assessment and SoPs are updated and followed by staff.

General

• Implement systems to improve transparency, ensuring adequate anti-fraud procedures are in place.
• Support the CO ProLog Officer in the implementation of the CO ‘Green Procurement Plan’.
• Any other task assigned by supervisor.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or any related field. Equivalent relevant professional experience is also accepted.
• Minimum of four years professional experience in logistics, supply chain management, contract management, procurement or other relevant experience.
• Experience supporting team members and partners, and confident in doing so in a proactive and positive way. Proven experience with training and mentoring.
• Prior experience working with (I)NGOs and international donors such as Danida, the EU, DG ECHO.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team skills. Should have a good sense of humour.
• Good IT skills, including MS Office, Teams and procurement software systems (DCA uses ADMIND)
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proven capacity to prioritize tasks, plan and organize your own efforts to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills

Desirable:

• Experience in conducting security site assessments and actioning security improvement plans
• Professional driving license.

About DCA: DanChurchAid (DCA) is working in Turkana, West Pokot, Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nyandarua, Nakuru and Nairobi counties with refugees and local communities to enhance peace, livelihoods and resilience. DCA implements projects directly as well as through local partner organizations. For more information on DCA, please visit www.danchurchaid.org

DCA offers: The position is for a period of 24 months. DCA offers a competitive salary package (salary, insurance, and benefits) in accordance to experience and DCA Kenya HR Manual.

How to apply

Interested candidates should apply via the Link https://dca.career.emply.com/en/national-positions.

The deadline for applications is 7th January 2024.

Any published closing dates are estimated. We aim to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible. This means that we will close adverts as soon as we have found the right candidate, and this may be before the published closing date. We would therefore advise interested applicants to submit an application as early as possible.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of race, gender, marital status and religious, political, or ethnic affiliation. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

DCA conducts a thorough anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment period.

DCA is seeking to recruit experienced and energetic Kenyan Nationals for the position of Driver to be based in Turkana County, DCA’s Lodwar office and Kakuma office. The driver will be engaged on a full-time basis.

The Kakuma based position will report to the Procurement and Logistics (ProLog) Assistant Kakuma and the Lodwar based position will report to the Procurement and Logistics (ProLog) Officer Lodwar.

JOB PURPOSE

• To provide safe and reliable transportation service to the assigned Programme / Project / Unit whenever called upon to do so.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safe driving of staff and other authorized partners as assigned.
• Ensuring that vehicle assigned is well cleaned, serviced, and maintained as required.
• In liaison with the line manager, arrange for repairs and servicing.
• Ensuring personal compliance with the Government Traffic Act.
• Safeguarding all contents in the assigned vehicle.
• Reporting incidences and taking appropriate steps as per organizations rules and regulations.
• Maintaining up to date and accurate records of vehicle work ticket and monthly fuel voucher booklet.
• Loading and offloading light weight project materials/ goods.
• Provide logistical support during trainings and workshops.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Professional Qualifications

• Minimum secondary education – KCSE.
• Clean driving license – Category B – Light vehicle (small cars/ mini-bus), Category C – Light Truck or Category D – PSV. (All New Category or its equivalent). Licensed tricycle drivers will have an added advantage.
• Basic computer skills are an advantage.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Driving experience of more than three (3) years preferably in a Non-Governmental Organization
• Experience driving in challenging terrain.
• Basic vehicle maintenance and repair skills. Basic knowledge of First Aid and other safety & security measures is advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

• High integrity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to deliver quality work with minimal supervision.
• Hard working and results oriented.
• Presentable, friendly and patient.
• Ability to plan and coordinate own tasks.

About DCA:

DanChurchAid (DCA) supports the poorest in the world in their struggle for a dignified life and helps people in need. We provide emergency relief in disaster-stricken areas and long-term assistance in the poor regions to create a more equitable and sustainable world. For more information on DCA, please visit www.danchurchaid.org

DCA offers: The position is for a period of two years with a three-month probation period. DCA offers a salary package (salary, insurance, and benefits) in accordance to experience and DCA Kenya HR Manual.

How to apply

Apply online through: https://dca.career.emply.com/en/national-positions

Any published closing dates are estimated. We aim to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible. This means that we will close adverts as soon as we have found the right candidate, and this may be before the published closing date. We would therefore advise interested applicants to apply as early as possible.

The deadline for applications is at COB on 7th January 2024

Only online applications will be accepted.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DCA offers: The position is for a period of two years (renewable) with a three-month probation period. DCA offers a salary package (salary, insurance, and benefits) in accordance to experience and DCA Kenya HR Manual.

DCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of race, gender, marital status and religious, political or ethnic affiliation.

DCA conducts a thorough anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment period. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.