The Evidence Lead will be responsible for the Research and Evidence Facility (REF), a key component of the Fund Management Unit (FMU) within the Sudan Regional Response Pooled Fund (SRRPF). The Evidence Lead will play a pivotal role in ensuring the strategic alignment and technical quality of research and evidence generated by the SRRPF. This position serves as the quality assurance focal point... for all evidence outputs and promotes the use of research to drive impactful policy and programming outcomes. The Evidence Lead will lead the design, development, and dissemination of the Fund’s annual research agenda and oversee the creation of a learning platform to support knowledge sharing and advocacy efforts.

Responsibilities :

The Evidence Lead will


Lead the development and delivery of the REF’s annual research agenda, review reports, and research database.
Serve as the quality backstop for all evidence and research outputs produced by the Research and Evidence Facility (REF).
Develop and supervise a roster of experts and researchers in Sudan and the region, prioritising local insights and expertise.
Oversee the creation and management of the REF’s research and learning platform, ensuring it serves as a resource hub for stakeholders.
Organise research events and coordinate communication activities to promote learnings and findings from REF outputs.
Liaise with external information management working groups related to the Sudan response and advocate for evidence-driven programming.
Collaborate with the SRRPF’s Technical Assistance Facility to integrate programmatic best practices into research outputs.
Work closely with partner organisations and stakeholders in Sudan and neighbouring countries to identify and address research gaps and needs.
Supervise research and expert consultants, ensuring deliverables are met on time and to a high standard.
Manage the REF budget, ensuring allocation of resources where required, in support of the SRRPF learning and evidence objectives.
Serve as the lead for external engagement activities, promoting research findings to influence policy and programming.
Liaise with advocacy and communications focal points at partner organisations to amplify the impact of research outputs.
Build and maintain relationships with external experts, policymakers, and academics to strengthen the REF’s research capacity


Experience and Technical comptencies (included year of experience)


At least 10 years professional experience working with a research and evidence facility, preferably in the humanitarian, development and/or peacebuilding sectors, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Master’s or PhD in social sciences, with a focus on humanitarian, development, conflict, or displacement studies.
Proven track record in conducting and publishing high-quality field research, particularly on humanitarian and/or displacement and/or conflict.
Experience linking research findings to policy and programming outcomes.
Strong knowledge of the Sudan and East Africa region is highly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in public speaking and external engagement within the humanitarian sector.
Supervision experience, particularly in overseeing research and expert consultants.
Strong coordination skills, with experience collaborating across multiple stakeholders and working groups. more

Overall purpose of the role:

The Communications Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to effectively support the Sudan Regional Response Pooled Fund (SRRPF). This role involves producing high-quality content and ensuring that communication aligns with humanitarian principles, protection risks, and a "do no harm" approach. The ideal candidate... combines technical expertise with creativity and storytelling skills to deliver impactful communication outputs across various platforms.

Responsibilities :

The Communications Coordinator will


Design and implement a communications strategy for the SRRPF.
Generate compelling written and visual content that aligns with SRRPF’s messaging and humanitarian principles.
Produce strong communication materials, including press releases, success stories, and advocacy content.
Plan and execute communication activities, campaigns, and events to promote the fund’s achievements, learning and evidence generation.
Capture and curate professional photographs using advanced camera equipment.
Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) to design high-quality visual assets.
Liaise with community focal points on locally prioritised stories, documenting and sharing impact.
Build and maintain relationships with regional media and global contacts to ensure coverage of key initiatives.
Focal point for media during key events or crises.
Serve as an alternate spokesperson for SRRPF, when delegated by the Fund Director.
Provide training on effective communication practices and ethical storytelling, upon request.


Experience and Technical comptencies (included year of experience)


A higher education degree in communications, journalism, international relations, or a related field.
Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in communication, journalism, and campaign management within the humanitarian or international development sectors.
Demonstrated ability to generate impactful content and storytelling materials with a strong understanding of humanitarian principles and ethical storytelling.
Experience producing communication/media products, including online and physical content.
Proficiency in photography and professional camera handling, including accessories.
Advanced IT skills, including MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), and AI technology.
Familiarity with regional and global media outlets and networks. more

Overall purpose of the role:

The MEAL Advisor plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, effectiveness, and accountability of the Sudan Regional Response Pooled Fund (SRRPF) by developing, implementing, and managing its Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) strategy. Reporting to the Fund Director and working closely with the DRC Regional team, the MEAL Manager will... provide objective technical leadership, build capacity, and foster learning to ensure that SRRPF-funded programs deliver impactful and sustainable results aligned with donor priorities and community needs.

Responsibilities :

The MEAL Advisor will


Guide regional level M&E system in accordance with SRRPF MEAL framework and tools and donor priorities and MEAL standards
Ensure that SRRPF grantees' programmes adhere to SRRPF MEAL framework and tools, continuously update the Fund Director and contribute to evolving and adapting these standards
Support adherence to the SRRPF MEAL framework and develop specific SRRPF Evaluation and Learning Guidelines
Support the development of plans towards achieving adherence to relevant SRRPF MEAL frameworks and tools.
Ensure appropriate mechanisms, systems and tools that will facilitate structured and systematic projects review are in place and functioning.
Ensure that key elements of SRRPF planning processes including the revision of the SRRPF strategy and frameworks, Quarterly Reports, Annual Reviews are adequately informed by M&E data and information as well as learnings emanating therefrom.
Assess existing and further develop procedures used for ensuring program quality in coordination with the global processes of strengthening monitoring and evaluation in DRC;
Review and provide technical feedback into the proposed project log frames, reviewing and approving monitoring and evaluation plans
Provide technical support to ensure that SRRPF is able to articulate and document relevant best practices and assess performance regularly against agreed SRRPF program objectives and indicators.
Ensure capture of lessons learned from evaluations and other MEAL processes
Support the production of lessons learned and monitor the implementation of the corrective action/recommendations by SRRPF partners
Institutionalize a system of reflection and learning across all stages of the SRRPF Project cycle and ensure that systems to facilitate utilization and reapplication of learnings, both internally and externally, are developed and implemented
Work with SRRPF Fund Director to highlight key learning and embed this learning across the SRRPF projects
Support local SRRPF project implementers to deliver to standard with regards to quality of monitoring, evaluation and accurate reporting
Support the roll out of the Online MEAL database aimed at facilitating real-time reporting of M&E data and information
Direct support to evaluations, assessments and projects monitoring
Continuously improve and update data collection tools, so they can be used in a particular context
Provide capacity building training, coaching and mentoring to SRRPF project staff in implementing SRRPF M&E assessments and surveys.
Continuously QA the quality of data collection and data entry processes
In conjunction with the Monitoring Officer, manage the various databases and summary sheets to oversee measurement of achievement and progress toward SRRPF program goals and results through the M&E system.
Disseminate results in varied ways to enhance use in reports and in decision making
Support and manage SRRPF MEAL staff, including development of a training and capacity building plan.


 Experience and Technical comptencies (included year of experience)

Mandatory:


University degree in demographics, social sciences, statistics and MEAL or other relevant field
At least 7 years of professional experience working with humanitarian / development organisations with responsibilities in a MEAL department, including at a regional level.
Highly developed skills and demonstrated capacity developing MEAL strategies and mechanisms, including implementation and training in related principles and practice.
Experience in writing high quality proposals for large donors, such as FCDO, SDC, USAID, DANIDA, EU/ECHO, and UN agencies
Knowledge of donor rules and regulations
Demonstrated ability to prioritize large workloads, to consistently meet deadlines and adapt in a complex and challenging work environment
Minimum 2 years of experience working with INGOs and international organizations with the following sectors in their portfolio – protection, food security and nutrition, WASH, shelter, NFIs and health
Proficiency in common computer packages i.e. Word, Excel, Power point etc
Experience living and working in a cross-cultural, multi-sector, team environment
Ability to work well under pressure and in adverse conditions
Demonstrated commitment and strict adherence to confidentiality
Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic


Desirable:


Previous experience working in a DRC legal entity.
Previous experience working with Dynamics or a different robust ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, etc.
Basic knowledge of Power Apps or experience with Internal grants systems development.
Previous experience working with local partners.
Previous experience in East Africa / Sudan. more

Objective of the Consultancy


To support this goal, the project intends to engage a qualified Business Development Services (BDS) Provider Consultancy firm to mentor and coach Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) groups and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) youth in Mandera. The consultancy will focus on building the entrepreneurial and business management capacity... of participants, enabling them to develop and manage profitable and sustainable enterprises.
The consultancy will focus on equipping VSLA groups and TVET youth with the necessary skills, knowledge, and networks to:
Develop and implement comprehensive business plans tailored to their ventures.
Access structured markets and value chains for their products and services.
Improve operational efficiency through innovative technologies and effective management practices.
Enhance their business acumen to navigate market dynamics and improve competitiveness.
Establish sustainable production and marketing models for business growth and scalability.
Improve access to financial services including savings, credit, insurance etc
The proposed consultancy aims to empower Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) groups and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) youth in Mandera by building their entrepreneurial and business management capacities. By equipping participants with the skills, knowledge, and networks needed to develop comprehensive business plans, access structured markets, adopt innovative technologies, and enhance operational efficiency, the initiative seeks to foster the establishment of profitable and sustainable enterprises. This approach is designed to improve market competitiveness, create scalable business models, and promote long-term economic growth in the region.


Scope of Work and Methodology


The consultant will provide tailored mentorship and coaching services to enhance the entrepreneurial capacity of VSLA groups and TVET youths. The scope of work includes:


Inception Phase:


Review project documents, including market analysis and baseline reports, to understand participants' current capacities and gaps.
Conduct in-person co-creation meeting to identify key training and mentorship areas.
Develop performance improvement plans for the VSLAs and TVET which will be used to track change in their capacity.
Provide on the job mentorship and support to these groups based on the individualized gaps identified
Submit an inception report detailing the methodology, work plan, performance improvement plan and tailored training modules.


Training and Mentorship Phase:


Provide business development training and mentorship on the following topics:
Development of individual fundable business plans
Business management and planning
Costing, pricing, and financial management
Strategic Communication and product branding, including social media marketing.
Deliver personalized mentorship and coaching to address specific needs of individual enterprises or groups.
Help them adopt Market research techniques and marketing strategies to facilitate linkages with market actors, including financial institutions and service providers, to improve access to resources and market networks.
Support participants in value addition and innovation to enhance product and service quality especially for the honey value chain.
Risk management and quality improvement


Access to Finance:


Map formal financial institutions (FFIs) offering financial products relevant to VSLAs and TVET youth.
Facilitate engagements with FFIs to identify realistic financial products aligned to the participants' needs and facilitate linkage of the VSLA and TVETs to the FFI
Train participants on accessing and managing financial services, including loans, savings, and digital financial platforms


Monitoring and Evaluation:


Develop and implement a monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) framework to track participants' progress.
Provide periodic progress reports highlighting key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.


Deliverables


Based on the detailed scope of work outlined for the assessment, the key deliverables for the consultant or consultancy firm conducting the assignment include:


Inception Report:


A comprehensive report outlining the findings from the need’s assessment, methodology, and work plan, along with tailored training modules and performance improvement plans for the VSLA and TVET youth.


Interim Reports:


A report detailing the training conducted, and mentorship sessions delivered, including:
Training content and Samples of fundable business plans developed by the VSLA groups and TVET youth.
Success snapshots, impact stories, or success stories highlighting outcomes from the mentorship and coaching sessions.
Profiles or geo-maps of private sector actors identified for linkage purposes and a list of the linked participants.
A comprehensive list of participants reached, areas of mentorship along with progress updates on mentorship activities. These reports should be presented and pitched to the PMU for review and approval.
Identification and documentation of critical success factors for Business Development Services (BDS) mentorship interventions within the context of the tri-border region.


Final Report:


A comprehensive and detailed final report that encompasses:
Critical Success Factors: An in-depth analysis of the key elements contributing to the success of BDS mentorship interventions, tailored specifically to the socio-economic dynamics of the tri-border region.
Stakeholder Feedback: A summary of feedback gathered from stakeholders, including participants, private sector actors, and community representatives, highlighting their perspectives on the effectiveness and relevance of the mentorship interventions.
Achievements: A clear presentation of tangible outcomes achieved, such as:
Number of participants who successfully developed fundable business plans.
Number and nature of linkages established between VSLAs, TVET youth, and private sector actors or financial institutions.
Documented impact stories or case studies demonstrating the transformation of participants’ business ventures.
Enhanced skills and knowledge demonstrated by participants in business management, marketing, and financial practices.
Challenges: An honest account of the challenges faced during the mentorship and training phases, including logistical, cultural, or systemic barriers, and how these were addressed or mitigated.
Recommendations: Strategic insights and actionable recommendations for enhancing future interventions. These may include scaling up successful strategies, addressing identified gaps, and fostering sustainable partnerships.
The report should also include supporting annexes, such as:
Samples of business plans developed by the VSLA and TVETs
Samples of financial business records kept by the VSLA and the TVETs.
Geomaps of the mapped out private sector actors at the borderlands for strengthened linkages and partnership with the VSLA and TVETs.
A pitching session should be organized to present the final report to DRC Kenya and the BORESHA PMU for input, validation, and approval. This session will ensure alignment with programme goals and provide a platform to share lessons learned for future planning.


Duration, Timeline, and Payment


The total expected duration to complete the assignment will be no more than 90 working days
The consultant shall be prepared to complete the assignment no later than 30th May 2025. This is subject to change based on the co-creation/kick-off meeting.
The payment schedules will be as follows:
30% upon approval of the inception report
40% upon submission of the interim report
30% upon approval of the final report


Proposed Composition of the Team


The team composition will be agreed upon in detail during the co-creation/kick-off meeting. However, firms are advised to propose the desired team needed to achieve the objectives of this consultancy. However, we expect to have the Project manager/team Leader, Field supervisors and Coaches/mentors.


Project Manager/ Team Leader (Full time)


The key expert proposed for the position of project Manager/ Team Leader must have A bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business Management, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. The firm team lead should possess at least 10 years of demonstrated experience in business mentoring and coaching, especially for youth and women initiatives, knowledge of market systems development approaches, proven expertise in business planning, financial management, and marketing. Hs/She should possess strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills. Should have experience working with community-based organizations and in cross-border contexts. Familiarity with the socio-economic dynamics of Mandera and the broader borderlands region. Knowledge of ILO start and improve your business (SIYB) and grow and expand your business (GEYB) and mentoring approaches


Field Supervisors (Full Time-3)


The key experts proposed for the position of Field Supervisors (Deputy Team Leader) must possess a minimum bachelor’s degree Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business Management, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. The field supervisors will possess at least five years of working experience in BDS provision in Somalia, Kenya, and Ethiopia or at least two of these countries with demonstrated capacity to work in the target areas.


Coaches/ mentors


The coaches/ mentors responsible for providing technical support to the VSLA and TVET youth. They will possess a minimum of a Diploma or certificate in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business Management, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. Proven expertise in business planning, financial management, and marketing. They should possess strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills. Should have experience working with community-based organizations and in cross-border contexts. Familiarity with the socio-economic dynamics of Mandera and the broader borderlands region, preferably Somali speaking coaches are recommended.


Eligibility, Qualification, and Experience (Firm/Consultants)


The consulting firm should possess the following qualifications:
Proven track record in providing Business Development Services (BDS) to community groups, youth, and women in similar contexts.
Demonstrated 5 years of experience in delivering similar assignment
Demonstrated experience in market systems development and value chain integration.
A multidisciplinary team with diverse expertise, including business planning, financial management, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
Experience in conducting needs assessments, designing training programs, and providing mentorship and coaching services.
Familiarity with the socio-economic dynamics of Mandera and the broader borderlands region.
Strong organizational capacity, including resources and tools to deliver high-quality training and mentorship.
Evidence of previous successful engagements with similar projects, preferably in cross-border or fragile contexts.
Capacity to manage and deploy field teams effectively to project locations.
Established relationships with key market actors, financial institutions, and community stakeholders relevant to the project goals. more

About the job

The Regional Emergency Coordinator for East Africa facilitates the development and strengthening of emergency preparedness and declared emergency responses within the region through the provision of technical support, sectors guidance, troubleshooting and quality assurance to all emergency programmes within the East Africa sub-region as per DRC emergency systems. This position... represents an excellent opportunity to provide technical leadership and capacity building in an exciting and challenging context, and to strategically develop the quality, impact and accountability of DRC’s emergency responses. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Emergency Preparedness and Response


Ensure preparedness by facilitating quality and relevant Emergency Preparedness Plans (EPP) across East Africa;
Lead the Regional Emergency Preparedness Working Group in order to prioritise and plan for timely and quality emergency responses and remain up to date on contextual and operational concerns across the region
Support the delivery of declared emergency responses through the Emergency Task Force and DRC emergency processes


Quality Assurance


Ensure countries are using and able to use correct emergency response tools in line with global guidance
Support the development of new tools and processes with HQ emergency team where relevant
Work with RO and CO technical staff to ensure integration of emergency response into Strategic Plans, promote sector integration in emergencies, and ensure response activities are appropriate and high quality across all sectors;
Provide support and advice to strategies to transition emergency operations to recovery, resilience and Durable Solutions approaches;
Ensure all emergency response actions are adhering to standards and best practices including HAP/CHS standards, relevant Minimum Standards and SPHERE etc.


Regional Leadership and Coordination


Lead and coordinate regionally-led multi-country emergency responses as/where needed in EA, provide support in GL as relevant;
Provide technical support and quality assurance for emergency response business development opportunities in EA countries where needed
Participate as relevant in coordination mechanisms throughout the region and represent DRC as requested, including building relationships with other regional Emergency Coordinators (or equivalent) in NGOs, CSOs, donor agencies, UN etc.;
Identification and prioritization (continuous) of geographical areas for assessment and response, both new and existing


About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have at least 5 years of INGO or other agency emergency response experience in insecure environments, including at least three years of management experience. Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required


Experience working in relevant DRC sectors of humanitarian programming such as WASH, Food Security, CCCM or Protection.
Strong analytical, organizational, leadership and coordination skills;
Proven commitment to accountable practices and knowledge of quality assurance systems in an emergency response;
Experience working in multi-cultural environments and extensive engagement with senior colleagues
Excellent communicator and proven diplomacy with all types of stakeholders;
Experience of overseeing or engaging with budgets and multiple donor contracts, particularly with BHA, OFDA, ECHO, SIDA and UN agencies;
Experience in delivering training and other capacity development initiatives
Fluent and articulate in spoken and written English
Ability to work independently, but also coordinate effectively as part of a team;
Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point); and
Ability and willingness to work in diverse, challenging and potentially unstable environments.


Desirable


Relevant technical experience in delivering emergency response in complex conflict contexts
Previous experience the East Africa and Great Lakes region or similar context with conflict and drought and flood responses more

Overall purpose of the role: 


The overall purpose of the role: Monitoring Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Officer will conduct field level M&E activities and provide technical support to MEL Lead in ensuring timely and quality learning as well as implementation reporting with a specific focus on peacebuilding, enhancing stability as well as gender and social inclusion engagements. 
Assist... project teams in collecting data against indicators, lead data collection based on data-collection tools and methodologies designed by the MEL team. The MEL Officer will also lead project assessments and project compliance audits in all cross border locations covering the Mandera Triangle region and down to Kiunga/Raskamboni in Lamu. 
The MEL Officer will collaborate closely with the MEL Lead, Field Research Officer and wider Borderlands Research team and field programme team to ensure compliance with the projects MEL requirements and best practices. The role will also ensure programme data and other protected data is accurately and ethically collected, stored, analysed and shared in strict adherence to the projects data protection policy and MEL Plan.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:


Support MEL Lead in ensuring that MEL approaches adhere to project Conflict Sensitivity, Do No Harm, and GESI strategies; 
Work closely with project field team, local organisations, and other actors to conduct MEL activities, including monitoring visits, project assessments, and targeted research;
Support the establishment of Borderlands/Deris Wanaag MEL systems and reporting structures, including user-friendly templates, to contribute to quarterly reporting and learning products/events;
Conduct MEL training for downstream partners in response to capacity assessments, including research methods, reporting needs, and other data collection requirements; 
Review and translate data collection tools into Swahili and Somali, in addition to training enumerators and piloting tools in relevant field locations;
Develop and manage data collection work plans in coordination with MEL Lead and Field Research Manager;
Develop plans for GESI self-assessment for all partners together with the field GESI advisor and Senior GESI advisor;
Develop sector-specific data and support timely and appropriate deployment by implementation teams, in alignment with ethical research and data security policies;
Conduct field-level assessments, including baseline, mid-term, end-line and other monitoring surveys, including the cleaning, translation, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data;
Contribute to monthly implementation updates, to share with Area Leads, flagging key achievements, areas of concern, lessons learned, and recommendations for corrective actions;
Facilitate field-level learning events, collaboratively with the MEL Lead, to capture, document and disseminate lessons learned for internal and external purposes;
Conducted internal data quality assessments to ensure that all reported observations and indicators are supported by verified data sources, including activity-level monitoring forms, participant lists, and geo-tagged photos;
Gather, analyse, and report community and stakeholder feedback through the design and management of feedback mechanisms, including complaints hotlines, community forums, and other sources.


Experience and technical competencies:  


A minimum of 4 years of MEL experience within the peacebuilding, stabilization or development field.  
Demonstrated field experience in working on conflict resolution, peacebuilding and stability programmes.
Demonstrated experience in leading GESI related M&E and capacity building.
Experience in training and supporting local partners to conduct comprehensive M&E.
Proven technical skills in monitoring, evaluation and experience with both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis. 
Strong background in the use of computers including the use of software applications such as Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and software such as SPSS and STATA.
Previous experience with electronic or mobile data collection such as Kobo is a requirement.
Experience in working in cross border and conflict prone areas. 
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.


Education


A bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics or Information Management Sciences.


Language: 


Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili is essential  
Fluency in Somali is a great advantage


Key stakeholders: 

Internal 


Programme implementation teams in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia and MEL staff in Nairobi. 
Enumerators in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia.


External


National and county government authorities
Implementing partners more

Overall purpose of the role:  

The purpose of this position is to support the County Office Finance department by ensuring compliance with donor regulations as well as DRC internal policies and procedures and provide support to the management teams as required

Responsibilities:

Accounting/Finance/Internal Control 


Timely review and processing of payments to service providers by... ensuring payment requests are properly supported with:

Proper Authorization as per IDRA
Adequate supporting documentation with evidence of receipt of the goods and services by suppliers/beneficiaries
Adherence to approved budgets.
Proper Coding (Project Number, Budget line)
Adherence to National law requirements, Compliance with DRC Internal Finance/Procurement procedures, and donor regulations


Ensure archiving and uploading of payment documents into DRC Dynamics and relevant SharePoint folders. 
Responsible for development and review of the Shared Support Services budget and spend report while offering the variance analysis on monthly basis
Ensure appropriate suppliers reconciliation is done in liaison with the supply chain officer 
Responsible for uploading NHIF, HELB, NSSF, NITA, PAYE statutory deductions into the appropriate portal and ensuring remittance is done by the statutory due dates.
Support the Finance Coordinator in the review of DRC Dynamics journals for completeness of supporting documents before approval. 
Monitoring Country office Staff Vendor and ledger Accounts to ensure one Advance is taken and accounted for at a time.
Perform Month-End Closure (MEC) processes in DRC Dynamics in accordance with the DRC MEC guidelines in the areas of Expense Accounting, Bank, Vendor, Receivables, and relevant Ledger Accounts reconciliation.


Treasury Management


Responsible for monitoring the liquidity position of the country office to ensure sufficient cashflow to meet support services unit needs.
Ensure timely processing of monthly cash requests on need basis.


Compliance & Reporting


Support in DRC Kenya statutory audits, donor project audits and expenditure verification exercises by:
Availing the required information and documents
Sharing with the relevant staff on their participation
Responding to questions raised through Audit focal points.
In consultations with the Finance Coordinator, Finance Manager and Head of support service, make regular technical support field visits on compliance for both DRC field offices and partners.
Support the development of new proposals by generating financial information for budgeting and ensuring CO operating costs are adequately budgeted. 
Support with review of both DRC donor & Partner financial reports.
Act as the DRC focal point on all statutory remittance and compliance matters with KRA, HELB, NSSF, NHIF.
Any other duties as agreed with the FM/HoSS


Experience and technical competencies:  


Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in financial/accounting field
Advanced proficiency in Excel 
Basic proficiency in PowerPoint and Word 
Advanced English proficiency 
Experience in working in NGOs


Education


Bachelor’s degree in business management (Accounting Option)
Certified Public Account (CPA) qualification, Part TWO


Language: 


English – excellent written and verbal skills
Swahili – excellent verbal skills


Key stakeholders: 

Internal Stakeholder: Programme Staff; Field Finance Staff

External: 


Government authorities
Auditors
Implementing partners
Banks
Donors more

Overall purpose of the role

The Risk and Compliance Assistant will assist the department in monitoring, assessing, and improving compliance processes, supporting risk management activities, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.

Responsibilities:


Support risk and issue management workflows in line with existing operational risk management... instructions.
Support in monitoring and tracking escalated risks and issues within the region.
Support with tracking losses, providing support to ensure completeness/adequacy of the Loss Annex and providing timely analysis of loss status and trends.
Support with the monthly KPI meetings and providing ad hoc analysis as requested.
Ad hoc support to countries for project audits and project compliance reviews.
Assist in conducting legal compliance review across the Region.
Support in review and analysis of internal and external audit reports to provide input on country and regional risks and issues as well as development of compliance control measures.
Support in periodic risk and compliance reporting for regional and country SMTs.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned.


About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:


Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.


Experience and technical competencies:


At least 3 years of relevant experience in Audit, Risk Management or Compliance in humanitarian or development sector.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills with a well-developed ability to motivate/persuade
Demonstrates understanding of the local laws and sensitivity to the socio-cultural context.
Experience and effective use of tools and systems for risk management and compliance.
Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability.
Proven ability to work effectively with others to achieve results.


Education


Relevant university degree or equivalent professional qualification
Experience as an auditor is beneficial


Languages:


English-professional Competency more

Overall purpose of the role

The Risk and Compliance Intern will support the department in administrative tasks and executing workflows within the EAGL Region.

Responsibilities:


Perform general administrative tasks to support the Risk and Compliance Department.
Maintain and update Country KPIs meetings calendar and action logs.
Maintain SharePoint site and Teams groups for all KPIs... and Risk meetings participants.
Provide support for special projects as assigned by the Risk and Compliance Coordinator.
Support the broader goals of the Risk and Compliance department.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned.


About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:


Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.


Experience and technical competencies:


At least 1 year of relevant experience in Audit, Risk Management or Compliance in humanitarian or development sector.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability.
Proven ability to work effectively with others to achieve results.
Experience as an auditor is beneficial


Education


Relevant university degree or equivalent professional qualification


Languages:


English-professional Competency more

Overall purpose of the role

The Deputy Chief of Party is the senior most field-based position for the BORESHA-NABAD programme and will be responsible for day-to-day implementation and coordination of activities across the Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia field offices. As a Senior member of the Programme Management Unit, the Deputy Chief of Party will support the Chief of Party in the overall... planning, implementation, and management of the programme.  

Responsibilities:


As the senior most person at the field level, contribute to the overall leadership and management, and general technical direction, for the design and implementation of project activities across the different programme target locations.
Responsible for the overall coordination and compliance of all consortium member activities at the field level and ensuring a shared project vision and ‘theory of change’ amongst staff and across all implementing agencies.
Responsible for day-to-day design, delivery, and progress against agreed targets of the project across all implementing agencies, including timely and quality completion of all programme's technical and financial deliverables and reports in accordance with EU guidelines.
Manage and work with respective project managers to identify implementation gaps and provide on-site support through frequent visits to project sites.
Serve as a liaison with and build effective working relationships with government counterparts, local partners, communities, power brokers, relevant development agencies, private businesses, donors, and other relevant stakeholders at the field level. 
In close coordination with finance and supply chain teams, support financial and administrative management of the programme at the field level, ensuring compliance with DRC, EU, and national policies, rules, regulations, and systems in a timely, documented, accurate & appropriate manner; ensures that support services are cost-effective and efficient.
Support the establishment and implementation of effective project reporting, monitoring and evaluation, financial management, and procurement mechanisms that meets DRC and donor regulations.
Develop partnership and activity sequencing and layering plans with other humanitarian and development cross-border programmes, and private sector actors at the local level and coordinate with authorities in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia Government levels.
Lead  Technical Working Group meetings at the field level and ensure  outcomes of those meeting are actioned and integrated into implementation cycle of the programme.
Promote sustainability of project activities with effective networking, linkages to other programmes, capacity building of key project staff, and strengthening community-based organizations and mechanisms.
Participate in the hiring, professional development, and evaluation process of field programme staff, ensuring the achievement of project results by setting specific goals and providing continuous performance feedback. 
Ensure that the DRC Dynamics (ERP) system is fully used in managing Supply Chain, Finance, HR, and Grant Management at the field level.
Ensure a safe and secure environment for DRC staff, beneficiaries, and assets by operationalizing DRC's security procedures, and providing safety and security analysis, recommendations, and follow-ups.


About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:


Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.


Experience and technical competencies:


University degree in relevant field (development studies, peacebuilding, and Social Sciences) with at least 8-years relevant experience and at least 3-years’ experience managing large-scale multi-sector programming. 
Experience in Resilience, Market Systems, and Stabilization Programming is highly desired.
Practical and extensive consortium management experience with extensive knowledge of activity design, budget development, and implementation tracking. Eu programme management experience is an added advantage.
Practical and proven skills in negotiation and conflict resolution with a wide range of stakeholders including working with government and private sector stakeholders in fragile contexts.
Experience in security and safety management in highly dynamic security environments.
Experience living and/or working in Mandera, Dollow, or Dollo Ado is strongly preferred.
Analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as a team is needed.
Proven excellent communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English, and any of Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia borderlands local languages is essential. Excellent report writing skills is a must.


Education


Advanced University degree in relevant field (development studies, peacebuilding, and Social Sciences). with at least 8-years relevant experience; more