Job Description

The MEL Advisor (Systems Transformation) is responsible for leading the overall MEL framework (development and implementation) as well as the institutionalisation of systems transformation thinking within the core team and among partners. They will be responsible for leading the design and evaluation of the programme (baseline, mid-line, and end-line evaluations), ensuring the... integration of systems thinking throughout and stimulating this within the project team and implementing partners. They will provide close guidance and support to SoC Kenya programme partners to implement the innovative MEL framework developed for this unique programme and steer the partner staff in data collection and analysis processes. They will work closely with the SoC Kenya Programme Manager and Pathway Leads to track the programme’s progress, capture learnings, and supply relevant data to inform adaptive management decisions. They support the team by providing clarity on the programme’s MEL requirements, balancing donor and organisational requirements with the requirements to steer a systems transformation driven programme, and the effective application of relevant MEL tools. They support capacity building and learning initiatives for the programme team and implementing partners, including the organisation of learning exchange visits, relevant training sessions, and developing Planning Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) learning briefs. The aim is to underpin evidence-based project design, execution and learning in the project.

Job Description


Develop the MEL framework and information system to track delivery against targets, outcomes, and impacts. He/she will lead analysis of data collected by implementing partners for assessment of progress (on-the-ground and at system level) to measure the programme’s progress towards strategic outcome areas as well as to capture learnings and inform adaptive management.
Maintaining a high-level and strategic overview of the programme’s progress and engaging with other RA-PURE nexus programmes in East Africa to continuously refine programme strategies and monitoring efforts.
Direct engagement with programme implementation partners to build their understanding and capacities of the programme’s ToC, MEL framework, and data collection tools, and accordingly actively ensuring the collection of high-quality data by programme partners.
He/she will also support PME capacity building and learning activities for SoC Programme staff.
Lead the collection and documentation of programme learnings by organising in and cross-country learning events and exchange visits and capturing these learnings in the form of knowledge products (including case studies, learning briefs, best practice documents, and success stories).He/she will guide reporting processes amongst technical staff and consolidate program reports, promote learning and knowledge sharing on best practices and lessons learned.Collect, consolidate and review impact results at corporate level in coordination with the Project Manager. Manage the corporate level results database and support distribution of planned and actual results to management. Supports Sector and Country teams with use of global harmonised indicator (GHI) data on request


Qualifications


A master’s degree in Statistics, Qualitative Economics, Social Studies, International development, or related disciplines is required.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in programmes in areas of MEL.
Familiarity with donor and SNV reporting requirements
Demonstrated skills in quantitative data analysis, data management and in the presentation of results for the identification of best practices and to inform decision-making
Proficiency in using databases and statistical software is required (e.g. SPSS or EPI-Info, STATA, LogAlto) as well as strong skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and mobile technologies to report data
Demonstrated commitment to Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI)
Willingness to travel to all program locations, including remote areas.


Additional requirements: 


Conceptual thinking: Having and gaining insight into situations, problems and processes. Deconstructing problems and systematically investigating the various components.
Coaching: Encouraging and guiding employees in order to make their performance more effective and to enhance their self-perception and problem-solving skills.  
Focus on quality: Setting high quality standards and striving for continuous improvement and quality assurance.
Result orientation: The ability to take direct action in order to attain or exceed objectives.
Persuasiveness: The ambition to win over other people for one’s views and ideas and to generate support. more

Deliverables

The following are the key outputs for this assignment:


Inception report: should be a maximum of 10 pages, detailing the methodology/approach to be used; checklist for document reviews, the schedule of activities; the tools for data collection and workplan.
Draft end term report: should be logically structured, contains evidence-based findings, lessons, conclusions, and... recommendations devoid of irrelevant information to the overall evaluation. The report should respond in detail to the specific evaluation questions described and should be maximum of 20 pages exclusive of annexes.
Validation: Powerpoint presentation highlighting key findings for review and validation by the project teams/stakeholders in a workshop.
Final report, including summarized findings with key recommendations presented in pdf and word soft copies and 4 printed and well bound copies.
Ethical considerations
The evaluation team will safeguard the rights and confidentiality of information providers, interviewees, and stakeholders by ensuring compliance with legal provisions and codes governing collection and reporting of data. The evaluator and team will agree to sign data processing agreement which shall be provided by SNV.
Evaluation team will ensure security of information of this assignment in accordance with GDPR compliance. The information, knowledge and data gathered in this process must also be solely used for the evaluation and not for other uses. Where video coverage and photo shooting are involved, informed consent must be signed.


Qualifications 


A master’s degree in the field of economics, livestock production, NRM/range management, or other closely related fields.
Over 10 years of experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis in areas of value chain analysis, result-based management evaluation methodologies.
Knowledge of climate smart and or resilience building programs with measurement of resilience sensitive indicators.
Experience applying SMART indicators and reconstructing or validating baseline scenarios; competence in adaptive management as applied to integrated landscape management, fodder, beef, and dairy value chain development with market systems approach.
Experience in conducting EU, DGIS funded project surveys including household studies, agricultural value chain analyses, Mid-term, and End term evaluations especially in ASALs contexts.
Experience in implementing evaluations with field logistics and guiding enumerators to assure high quality data as an asset.
SNV uses LogAlto as an offline data collection tool and the consultant is expected to use this tool.  SNV will provide access at no cost to the consultant. more

The Country Communications Officer is part of the country office and is responsible for communications and profiling activities at country and project level.  Key responsibilities include providing technical advice and support in the development of strategic communication and profiling of products. This includes but is not limited to developing communication strategies, knowledge development,... management and learning strategies, branding, and marketing materials in order to support SNV’s business development and programmes. He/she contributes to SNV’s project and programme work by delivering marketing communication services and positioning and profiling SNV’s work at events, websites, and media forums. He/ She is expected to formulate and implement internal and external communications policies and related processes (e.g. knowledge management), based on corporate marketing and communication policies and standards to contribute to effective SNV branding and increased internal communication and knowledge development, learning and sharing.

Content Development: He/she leads in the gathering and development engaging visual and written material, that effectively explains project teams and the Country Office for a wide range of external audiences:
Regular compilation of news items, relevant publications, and attractive stories about the Country Programme activities.
Production of professional quality publications and key communications materials. Where appropriate, engage and manage professional writers in this regard.
Ensure sufficient and adequate visual project material is generated and stored appropriately (photographic and video).
Communication Database: Identify potential visuals and documents for usage in internal and/or external communication, advise country team on development of these visuals and documents and coordinate collection and archiving.
Internal Communication: Collaborate with corporate communications on internal communication products to be developed or shared at country level. Develop content to project and corporate publications such as the annual report, magazines, brochures, leaflets, and videos.
External Communication: Develop an external communication strategy for approval. More so, based on corporate strategy, he/she will lead planning for the country / region, branding and desired positioning, formulation, editing, production, and distribution of communication materials (e.g., reports knowledge products, policy briefs, promotional videos, visuals). More importantly the successful candidate will be expected to translate the corporate communications strategy into country and project level.
Communication Advice: Support management, project communication officers and advisors on communication related matters, corporate branding, and promotional activities.
Internet / Intranet: Develops maintains, and improve the content of the website, to support execution of the country communication plan, creating online exposure supporting SNV’s brand. Write and edit texts, select photos, gather, and publish regular contributions on the website and cross-promotes these. Manage the quality of the country website and contribute to staff awareness and usage of site.
Coordinate Press / Media Contact: Develop and maintain contacts with relevant media and press and respond to media requests. Monitor references to SNV in the media and media coverage of topics of relevance for SNV, responds to these topics where relevant and prepares communication lines and actions for sensitive issues that may generate media interest. more

The Project Advisor works in line with SNV standards, approach to program management, and donor regulations, to achieve high quality project management and achieve agreed results and deliverables of MBEA.

Representation, Coordination and Project Management


Assume overall management and coordination at county level of MBEA, including ensuring high quality MEL support.
Represent SNV at... government county level, other national and international NGOs at county level, ecosystem actors and donors.
Lead the development and maintenance of strong partnerships and collaborations with ecosystem actors within the humanitarian context.
Proactively lead and manage the planning and implementation at the local level to ensure project implementation within acceptable quality levels, timeliness of all deliverables as required by the donor, and SNV’s commitments to other relevant stakeholders.
Contribute to internal and external knowledge development including documentation and sharing of project insights and results and ensure lessons learned are shared and applied in daily practice.
Supervise field operations, administration, logistics and procurement.
Provide oversight on effective and efficient project financial management.
Ensure high quality narrative and financial reports.
Contribute to programme reporting processes in line with donor requirements.


Office Management and Supervision Provide overall leadership of SNV Kakuma operations and office management


Coordinate maintenance and development of SNV’s infrastructure in Kakuma in consultation with SNV’s finance and operations departments.  
Supervise SNV’s team in Kakuma comprising 8 project assistants and support staff, and 2drivers.
Ensure contracting and supervision of consultants and service providers.


Qualifications

Preferred Requirements:


Master's degree in a relevant field.
Minimum of 7 years of work experience in roles related to this position and work with development projects/programmes.
Proven and good understanding of the off-grid energy sector in Kenya with more focus on clean cooking and off-grid electrification, and market development support to enhance the enabling environment, supply, and demand or uptake of clean energy solutions.
Experience working in a humanitarian setting, preferably in Kakuma Refugee Camp. A deep understanding of the Kakuma and Kalobeyei local context, cultural nuances, and development challenges would be a plus.
A demonstrated high-level of professionalism and ability to work independently, as part of a team, and in compliance with guidelines and deadlines, including experience in managing project teams, consultants, and partners.
Excellent social, networking and facilitation skills, ability to engage with the private sector, civil society and governments.
Excellent communication in English (written and oral).
Excellent analytical. reporting and presentation skills.
Commitment to Gender Equality and Social Inclusion.
Willingness to travel in-country and internationally as needed. more

The Head of Country Operations/Country Operations Manager is part of the Country Management Team (CMT) and is responsible for developing and directing operational support services in the country to ensure the availability and function of Procurement, Administration, Logistics, IT, Security & Safety, Legal, Risk and compliance and to fully support SNV’s country operations.

Oversees the... management of operations in Kampala and four regional and satellite offices.
Ensures effective operations of all administrative and operational functions, compliance (internal and external) in the SNV offices and effective support to all the projects.
Ensures integrated process delivery, optimising the use of guidelines and procedures within projects and/or a field office, and anticipates delivery challenges to ensure service continuity.
Informs internal units and projects regularly on operations and support progress and helps to ensure that the country is aligned to the SNV Code of Conduct/integrity. more

The Country Finance Assistant will validate cash transactions, ensure timely provision of cash accounting services consistent with accounting procedures, support timely cash requests and ensure proper capture of all financial transactions in the financial and banking systems in line with SNV and donor regulations.

Prepare both daily and monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts held by... SNV-Uganda.
Administrate petty cash for country office and field offices.
Maintain the filing system of SNV- Uganda’s Treasury, AP and AR financial documents on a weekly basis.
Monitor commitments liquidations.
Prepare and monitor withholding tax, PAYE, LST, VAT, WHT account for suppliers & employees and reconcile accordingly.
Enter all payment invoices in the financial system accurately and pay within the stipulated time.
Record and maintain a log of all documents processed by the Treasury, AP and AR department.
Create new suppliers into the SNV’s Master data management system.
Support in all audit assignments by providing all requested documents.
Support the Country Finance Officer – Treasury in updating the cash flow management template.
Provide support in preparing various financial reports in SAP.
Comply with established internal control practices and procedures to ensure proper management of financial transactions.
Support in preparation of payments for review and posting by the Country Finance Officer – Treasury.
Maintain and monitor a tracker for all consultant payments.
Prepare journals for review by the Country Finance Officer.
Assist the Country Finance Officer in all month-end close processes.
Monitor and reconciliate the accruals & prepayments accounts more

The Head of Country Operations/Country Operations Manager is part of the Country Management Team (CMT) and is responsible for developing and directing operational support services in the country to ensure the availability and function of Procurement, Administration, Logistics, IT, Security & Safety, Legal, Risk and compliance and to fully support SNV’s country operations.

Oversees the... management of operations in Kampala and four regional and satellite offices.
Ensures effective operations of all administrative and operational functions, compliance (internal and external) in the SNV offices and effective support to all the projects.
Ensures integrated process delivery, optimising the use of guidelines and procedures within projects and/or a field office, and anticipates delivery challenges to ensure service continuity.
Informs internal units and projects regularly on operations and support progress and helps to ensure that the country is aligned to the SNV Code of Conduct/integrity. more

The Country Finance Assistant will validate cash transactions, ensure timely provision of cash accounting services consistent with accounting procedures, support timely cash requests and ensure proper capture of all financial transactions in the financial and banking systems in line with SNV and donor regulations.

Prepare both daily and monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts held by... SNV-Uganda.
Administrate petty cash for country office and field offices.
Maintain the filing system of SNV- Uganda’s Treasury, AP and AR financial documents on a weekly basis.
Monitor commitments liquidations.
Prepare and monitor withholding tax, PAYE, LST, VAT, WHT account for suppliers & employees and reconcile accordingly.
Enter all payment invoices in the financial system accurately and pay within the stipulated time.
Record and maintain a log of all documents processed by the Treasury, AP and AR department.
Create new suppliers into the SNV’s Master data management system.
Support in all audit assignments by providing all requested documents.
Support the Country Finance Officer – Treasury in updating the cash flow management template.
Provide support in preparing various financial reports in SAP.
Comply with established internal control practices and procedures to ensure proper management of financial transactions.
Support in preparation of payments for review and posting by the Country Finance Officer – Treasury.
Maintain and monitor a tracker for all consultant payments.
Prepare journals for review by the Country Finance Officer.
Assist the Country Finance Officer in all month-end close processes.
Monitor and reconciliate the accruals & prepayments accounts more

The Head of Country Operations/Country Operations Manager is part of the Country Management Team (CMT) and is responsible for developing and directing operational support services in the country to ensure the availability and function of Procurement, Administration, Logistics, IT, Security & Safety, Legal, Risk and compliance and to fully support SNV’s country operations.

Oversees the... management of operations in Kampala and four regional and satellite offices.
Ensures effective operations of all administrative and operational functions, compliance (internal and external) in the SNV offices and effective support to all the projects.
Ensures integrated process delivery, optimising the use of guidelines and procedures within projects and/or a field office, and anticipates delivery challenges to ensure service continuity.
Informs internal units and projects regularly on operations and support progress and helps to ensure that the country is aligned to the SNV Code of Conduct/integrity. more

The Country Finance Assistant will validate cash transactions, ensure timely provision of cash accounting services consistent with accounting procedures, support timely cash requests and ensure proper capture of all financial transactions in the financial and banking systems in line with SNV and donor regulations.

Prepare both daily and monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts held by... SNV-Uganda.
Administrate petty cash for country office and field offices.
Maintain the filing system of SNV- Uganda’s Treasury, AP and AR financial documents on a weekly basis.
Monitor commitments liquidations.
Prepare and monitor withholding tax, PAYE, LST, VAT, WHT account for suppliers & employees and reconcile accordingly.
Enter all payment invoices in the financial system accurately and pay within the stipulated time.
Record and maintain a log of all documents processed by the Treasury, AP and AR department.
Create new suppliers into the SNV’s Master data management system.
Support in all audit assignments by providing all requested documents.
Support the Country Finance Officer – Treasury in updating the cash flow management template.
Provide support in preparing various financial reports in SAP.
Comply with established internal control practices and procedures to ensure proper management of financial transactions.
Support in preparation of payments for review and posting by the Country Finance Officer – Treasury.
Maintain and monitor a tracker for all consultant payments.
Prepare journals for review by the Country Finance Officer.
Assist the Country Finance Officer in all month-end close processes.
Monitor and reconciliate the accruals & prepayments accounts more