Deliverables:

Driving-related:


Provide safe and timely transportation for staff, expatriates, and official visitors.
Ensure daily checks and basic maintenance (fuel, oil, tires, etc.) of official vehicles to keep them in good, serviceable condition.
Coordinate routine servicing and repairs of vehicles with approved garages in consultation with the supervisor.
Maintain accurate... vehicle logbooks (travel mileage, fuel consumption, servicing records).
Ensure timely delivery and collection of official mail and documents to/from government offices, partners, embassies, and service providers.
Support expatriate staff and dependents during arrival and relocation (airport pickup, errands, basic orientation).
Provide logistical driving support during workshops, conferences, and other official events.
Adhere strictly to IPPF’s safeguarding and safety protocols while driving or supporting movements.
Assist with vehicle registration/insurance renewals when delegated.


Administration-related:


Ensure a clean, safe, and functional office environment by overseeing the availability and condition of office utilities and supplies.
Support meeting and event logistics (e.g. room setup, materials, refreshments, transportation).
Monitor and support minor maintenance and facility needs.
Receive and guide visitors and assist with courier deliveries.
Ensure adequate stock of stationery and kitchen supplies is maintained and reordered timely.
Supervise and coordinate the work of office cleaners and collaborate with security personnel as needed.
Assist in the preparation for onboarding of new staff (workspace readiness, basic welcome support).
Maintain simple inventory records of office furniture and equipment, under the guidance of the procurement/admin officer.
Provide clerical support such as photocopying, filing, and scanning as needed.
Support daily administrative tasks related to Finance, HR, and Procurement, such as organizing files, submitting forms, and delivering or collecting documents from service providers or authorities.
Provide project teams with routine administrative support, including drafting basic documents, preparing purchase requisitions (PRs), and visiting suppliers or service providers to collect quotations or verify service conditions.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor within the scope of the role.


Reporting/Management Responsibility:


N/A


Expertise/Skills:


Proven experience in a similar position, preferably in the NGO or development sector.
High level of integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Strong knowledge of local routes and a good sense of orientation.
Computer literacy, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong attention to detail and a diligent work ethic.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Fluency in French (spoken and written); working knowledge of English is an asset.
Commitment to IPPF’s mission, vision, and values, and adherence to IPPFAR’s policies, procedures, and code of conduct.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team.
Proven ability to maintain flexibility and willingness to work outside of standard hours when required.
Ability to always ensure the safety and security of the vehicle and its passengers.
Demonstrated sound judgment and discretion in decision-making.
Commitment to continuous improvement and high performance.


Your Ethos:


Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice, including safe abortion.
Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of workers’ rights and access to health care in sex work. more

Role Purpose

The Anti-Racism Advisor will spearhead IPPF's Anti-Racism Programme of Action, ensuring that our commitment to equity and inclusion is woven into every aspect of our work. The Anti-Racism Advisor will work closely with IPPF Board members, our Member Associations, leadership and people across IPPF to drive transformative change and implement effective strategies to promote... anti-racism and decoloniality within IPPF and beyond.

Context of Role

In the IPPF General Assembly 2022, our Member Associations unanimously committed to actively participating in anti-racism efforts.  The Board of Trustees further endorsed this work through a Declaration of Intent, which stated our dedication to fostering equity and inclusivity and combating racism within the Federation. This role, along with an annual budget, was born from this commitment as recognition that we need a dedicated fund and resources if we are going to deliver on our ambition.

What you’re good at


Building trust and working collaboratively with all levels and key stakeholders across a complex organisation
Organisation, with ability to plan, set goals, and manage multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-moving environment
Analytics and executive presence (comfortable presenting and facilitating productive discussions).
Influencing skills will be essential for this role
Attention to detail - ability to provide quick turnaround and updates for multiple requests, while maintaining strong reputation of high-quality work
Display discretion when handling confidential/sensitive information


Your Expertise


At least 5 years’ experience in a role where you took the lead on anti-racism and/or inclusion work in a global organization
Demonstrated experience of leading cultural and structural change initiatives, with an understanding of racial justice and social change
Knowledge of the international humanitarian and development sector
A good understanding of human resources policies and practices
An understanding of federated organizations would be helpful
Track record of working successfully with diverse, multicultural and multilingual groups.
Strong organizational and time management skills with project management experience.
Communication skills with the ability to translate technical jargon for non-technical people.
Excellent English speaking/writing. A knowledge of one other of the Secretariat languages to a good level –
French, Spanish and Arabic would be advantageous
Excellent leadership and line management skills. more

Role Purpose

The Anti-Racism Advisor will spearhead IPPF's Anti-Racism Programme of Action, ensuring that our commitment to equity and inclusion is woven into every aspect of our work. The Anti-Racism Advisor will work closely with IPPF Board members, our Member Associations, leadership and people across IPPF to drive transformative change and implement effective strategies to promote... anti-racism and decoloniality within IPPF and beyond.

Context of Role

In the IPPF General Assembly 2022, our Member Associations unanimously committed to actively participating in anti-racism efforts.  The Board of Trustees further endorsed this work through a Declaration of Intent, which stated our dedication to fostering equity and inclusivity and combating racism within the Federation. This role, along with an annual budget, was born from this commitment as recognition that we need a dedicated fund and resources if we are going to deliver on our ambition.

What you’re good at


Building trust and working collaboratively with all levels and key stakeholders across a complex organisation
Organisation, with ability to plan, set goals, and manage multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-moving environment
Analytics and executive presence (comfortable presenting and facilitating productive discussions).
Influencing skills will be essential for this role
Attention to detail - ability to provide quick turnaround and updates for multiple requests, while maintaining strong reputation of high-quality work
Display discretion when handling confidential/sensitive information


Your Expertise


At least 5 years’ experience in a role where you took the lead on anti-racism and/or inclusion work in a global organization
Demonstrated experience of leading cultural and structural change initiatives, with an understanding of racial justice and social change
Knowledge of the international humanitarian and development sector
A good understanding of human resources policies and practices
An understanding of federated organizations would be helpful
Track record of working successfully with diverse, multicultural and multilingual groups.
Strong organizational and time management skills with project management experience.
Communication skills with the ability to translate technical jargon for non-technical people.
Excellent English speaking/writing. A knowledge of one other of the Secretariat languages to a good level –
French, Spanish and Arabic would be advantageous
Excellent leadership and line management skills. more

Deliverables:
The Regional Senior Advisor-Advocacy will be responsible for the following key tasks:

Monitors and maps the political landscape and developments at regional and sub-regional level and helps implement relevant coordinated cross-African support and mobilization activities together with IPPFAR Member Associations.
Undertakes research and documents SRHR violations and abuses with a... view to leading evidence-based advocacy and campaigns in different areas of SRHR protection and promotion.
Leads Human Rights advocacy and dialogue with regional and sub-regional economic and human rights entities and instruments
Maintain strong relationships with other IPPFAR departments including Communcations, and
Membership Support and Development, towards the full integration of advocacy across the organisation.
Provides advocacy related capacity building for Member Associations and other relevant partners, including through the organization of (peer-to-peer) training, mentoring, coaching andhands on support to MAs and other entities that require this kind of support.
Establishes networks and partnerships to make synergies among SRHR organizations (including regional human rights institutions, Civil Society Organizations and SRHR champions), for concerted SRHR advocacy at regional level. Provides support in the area of intergovernmental engagement as it pertains to the coordination of advocacy and liaison activities with strategic intergovernmental forums, both at regional level - with the African Union, and other regional and sub-regional bodies, and international level with UN and Human Rights mechanisms in New York and Geneva in collaboration with IPPF’s UN Liaison Team.
Supports policy advocacy efforts in relation to IPPFAR-led or IPPFAR-supported Campaigns.
Manages regional advocacy projects (technical, human resources and financial management).
Manages budgets and monitor expenditures
As part of the broader IPPF advocacy team, the post holder will also contribute to various organisational tasks and processes needed to advance the advocacy, capacity building and protection objectives of the organisation in the area of SRHR.
Contributes to the Global and IPPFAR Advocacy team planning, system enhancement, monitoring and evaluation and general team working.
They will exercise a high degree of accountability – ensuring timely submission of narrative and finance reports as required; and to embrace safeguarding as well as all organisational policies and values.
Any other tasks that may be assigned by the supervisor or senior management team.

Expertise/Skills:

QUALIFICATION: MA degree in international relations, social sciences, public policy, communications and/or other related fields
WORK EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in political advocacy, policy advocacy and/or communications. Knowledge of the African Union and UN systems, Africa Regional Economic Communities (RECs), Member State/Intergovernmental Processes is required. Track record of developing advocacy initiatives which yield results in the international development arena. Previous work on SRHR issues is an advantage.
LANGUAGES: English and French are the working languages of the IPPFARO. For this post fluency in English and French (both oral and written) is required. Portuguese is an advantage.
SKILLS: Excellent interpersonal skills - articulate and diplomatic. Ability to interact with diverse groups; Excellent written communication skills; Strong analytical skills and the ability to summarise and simplify complex information; Strong influencing skills; Sound research skills; Good understanding of development issues and fundraising; Excellent project management, time management and organisational skills to meet multiple deadlines; Good IT skills – Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint; Flexible – team player.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Awareness of and sensitivity to the multi-cultural environment in which IPPFAR operates; Sensitivity to and understanding of SRHR issues; Willing to work outside standard office hours as required; Willing to travel internationally – about 30% of time. more

Scope of the Assignment:

The Consultant will review the ACEMAAR constitution, reference manual, and training manual in alignment with the Terms of Reference (ToRs).

Responsibility and Tasks:
The major activities of the consultant include:

Reviewing ACEMAAR's constitution in alignment with IPPF Strategic Framework, policies, and regional context.
Reviewing the IPPFAR MAs and CPs... Executive Directors Reference manual for enhanced accountability and efficiency.
Reviewing the IPPFAR MAs and CPs Executive Directors training manual based on MA-centric approaches.
Performing other tasks as mutually agreed between the consultant and ACEMAAR.

Methodology:

The consultant will conduct meetings and interviews with ACEMAAR EXCO and relevant IPPFARO colleagues for inclusion of key issues, new developments and best practices into the documents under review. Key policy and strategy documents will be obtained from IPPFARO, and the consultancy work will be conducted mostly virtually.

Deliverables and Reporting:

The consultant will report weekly to the ACEMAAR Chairperson and submit a comprehensive report at the end of the mission. Deliverables include the reviewed ACEMAAR constitution, Reference manual, and training manual, approved by ACEMAAR EXCO and General Assembly, along with a consultancy final report.

Time Frame:

The work shall be completed by 31st December 2023

Remuneration and Payment Schedule:

To be discussed and agreed upon with the selected consultant.

Expertise Required:

Education: At least MA/MSC in social sciences, organizational development, and related fields.
Experience: Over 5 years of relevant experience in systems, procedures, guidelines, and policies development and review, especially in non-governmental organizations. Experience with IPPF and/or Member Associations is advantageous.
Other Skills: Excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong leadership and analytical skills, and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team. more

Role Purpose:

IPPF ARO is seeking a dynamic, versatile, and highly-organized Executive Officer to perform personalized administrative duties for senior management, specifically the Regional Director's Office (RDO). The Executive Officer will be responsible for planning, budgeting, and reporting within the RDO, as well as organizing workshops, events, and official meetings. The role also entails... maintaining the highest degree of integrity, flexibility, teamwork, and confidentiality.

Role Deliverables:

Reporting to senior management and performing secretarial and administrative duties.
Developing, coordinating, and implementing the Regional Director’s office program budget.
Typing, formatting, and editing reports, documents, and presentations.
Entering data, maintaining databases, and keeping records.
Liaising with internal departments, answering calls, and making travel arrangements.
Managing internal and external correspondence on behalf of senior management.
Scheduling appointments, maintaining an events calendar, and sending reminders.
Copying, scanning, and faxing documents, as well as taking notes.
Preparing facilities for scheduled events and arranging refreshments, if required.
Organizing and overseeing official meetings and conferences, including preparation and reporting.
Coordinating the planning, budgeting, and logistics for workshops, events, and travel.
Any other reasonable duties as may be requested from time to time.

Key Skills/Expertise:

A first degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Communication, Business Administration, or any other related field.
A minimum of one-year executive-level support experience, ideally in an international setting, including office management, administration, and secretarial support is desirable.
Excellent office management skills, including proficiency in appointment scheduling software such as MS Outlook, as well as conference call apps (Teams/Zoom, etc.).
Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with diverse, multicultural, and multilingual groups – articulate, tactful, and diplomatic.
Demonstrates a high degree of integrity, flexibility, and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
Supportive of a woman’s right to choose and to have access to safe abortion services.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Flexible and a team player.
Excellent writing/drafting skills.
Fluent in English; good working knowledge of French desirable.
Advanced-level IT skills - Extensive experience in creating documents and spreadsheets using office software such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Commitment to safeguarding in both local and international contexts.
Ability to thrive in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual, and intergenerational environment that promotes anti-racism and respect for others.

Competencies:

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of (related field). Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. more

Context of role:

This is ideally a development role for a young person starting their career in the NGO or Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights sector. It is anticipated to be a stepping stone 2-year contract with the hope to progress onto other roles within the Federation.
The post holder will be working with:
the Regional Team to bring direct involvement of youth and build regional and... global platforms for youth activism and youth led accountability for SRHRJ. other Youth Networkers and the regional youth networks to build a global Youth IPPF community and contribute to wider youth movements. other members of the regional team in Membership Support & Development and External Relations from a youth perspective

Role Deliverables:

Organize youth action to ensure that the region has an IPPF youth network that is inclusive of marginalized groups, working to advance in the goals of the new strategy with MAs. Support Regional Youth Networks where they already exist to set and/or deliver on their plans, support set-up where they do not.
Advise on how to ensure the direct involvement of youth participation and youth led accountability within the region and the member associations. Oversee and contribute to the Regional Youth Forums and Global Youth Forums.
Guides and supervises the regional work for the inclusion of a youth perspective that ensures the participation and amplification of youth voices into design, evaluation and implementation of the initiatives organized by the Secretariat, for example advocacy, workshop design, communications etc.
Recommends on how to create a grow pathway in the Federation, creating momentum and building engagement with regional networks, identifying and promoting younger leaderships and activism, mentoring strategies and growing opportunities.
Amplifies the voice of youth within the Secretariat and how to create a safe environment that encourages/develops young people, ensures diversity, anti-racism and safeguarding of people and finances.
Is a champion for Youth centered action within the Secretariat and amplify youth voices into the work of the Secretariat
Support MAs to develop youth networks in their location of work and foster youth centricity/ youth led programming in their local work in collaboration with Architects of Cooperation.
Support and enable a safe environment, adhering to the safeguarding reporting and monitoring requirements of this role.

Key Skills/Expertise:

Proficiency in English and/or French.
Informed and passionate about the work of IPPF and an advocate for what we stand for.
Experience working with youth groups and amplifying voices.
Ability to relate to people from different cultures and backgrounds in a positive and engaging way.
Good time management, co-ordination and organizing skills.
Inclusive, curious and open to other’s ideas as well as coming up with and articulating their own ideas.
Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Competent in Microsoft Office and use of social media.
Understands the importance of Safeguarding and is willing to act as a role model for safeguarding of people.

Competencies:

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of (related field). Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. more

Role Purpose:
The post holder is responsible for leading and managing a small multi-disciplinary team including HR, Risk, Finance, Internal Audit and Facilities, that enable IPPFAR to meet its objectives. The role is expected to provide timely, expert and strategic information and advice that will facilitate IPPFAR’s Senior Management Team to make effective decisions regarding budgets, local... compliance, office operations and support.
Context of role:

As part of the Regional Senior Management Team, the incumbent will be responsible for Financial Management and oversight, local compliance, oversight of HR Administration and Office Management.
This is an internal facing role focused on smooth running of the Secretariat operations, creating a ‘can-do’ environment and more streamlined ways of working. Member Association support will be directly provided to the MAs by the Membership Support and Development Team.
The role is part of the vertically integrated Finance, Admin & IT function and will support the development, evolution and implementation of global systems, processes, reporting requirements and reporting standards.
The role will interface and work closely with key units and departments outside Nairobi including, the Global Finance Hub (Delhi), responsible for processing transactions, financial analysis, and project budgeting and reporting, and the Director of Global Risk and Assurance (London). The role will also work closely with the People Partner regional on all HR issues.
The designated roles for HR Administration and/ or IT, wherever available, will have dual reporting to the Corporate Services Lead and to the dedicated People Business Partner and Head of Information Technology (where applicable).

Role Deliverables
Finance & Administration:

Leads budget management, forecasting, funds allocations and reporting in Region.
Leads on the effective and efficient implementation of accurate data entry and uploads including time-sheet management, grant release requests and invoices/ bills.
Oversee outsourced payroll and payroll related taxes/insurances/adjustments. Ensure timely upload of all local statutory and payroll payments.
Supports resource mobilization efforts through the preparation of budgets for fund raising proposals.
Ensure timely local procurement allocation, requisition and acceptance of local procurements.
Engage and collaborate with the procurement officer(s) in the Global Finance Hub to coordinate procurement of other services and goods.
Engage with the compliance officer(s) in the Global Finance Hub to confirm adequate protocols and calendars are in place toward ensure all local statutory compliances are met.
Responsible for local statutory compliance and reporting including registrations, ministry relationships and banking relationships.
Oversight of office management/security and travel management.
Oversight of effective HR Administration.
Oversight of effective local IT support and hardware asset management.

Risk & Assurance:

Lead, plan and implement the identification, reporting and mitigation of risk, including security and safety.
Lead local audits including responding to corrective actions.
Support global audit processes – both internal and external.
Support the Member Association focal points (AoCs) and Director of global Risk and Assurance with advice on any financial wrongdoings’ investigation at the Member Association/ partner level.
Advocates and implements progress/outcomes on any financial wrongdoing investigations which will be outsourced.
Support Member Association focal points(AoCs) with MA Contracts prepared to global templates, including advising on any regional variations, to be signed off by Director, Global Risk and Assurance.
Safeguarding and Incident Management: RIRU Leadership and incident co-ordination for MA Financial wrongdoing.
Support and enable a safe environment, adhering to the safeguarding reporting and monitoring requirements of this role.

Key Skills/Expertise:

A qualified Accountant or significant Accounting experience with a track record of managing planning and budgeting cycles including rolling quarterly forecasts.
Experience of managing a broader office operation, team management and creating the appropriate balance of support and challenge.
Experience of value for money decision making processes.
Experience of allocating and managing requirements of restricted donor funding and pooled funding.
Experience of working with global systems/processes.
Experience of local jurisdictional/ statutory requirements including knowledge of reporting and registration requirements for the geographic location of the post.
Evidence of setting and managing robust standards of performance and compliance with a strong eye for detail and accuracy.
Evidence of creating an environment of visibility, transparency, integrity, learning and improvement
Demonstrates good judgment and decision-making, including when to engage help.
Excellent analytical skills and evidence of using quantitative /qualitative data to inform decision-making.
Excellent excel, writing and reporting skills.
Fluency in French and English is essential, good command of Portuguese is an asset
High level of organisation skills, planning, time and team management with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
Collaborative and open style of working with ability and willingness to work in and lead a diverse and multicultural environment that role models respect of all cultures, inclusion and no discrimination
Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice.
Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of worker’s rights and access to health care in sex work.

Competencies:

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of (related field). Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. more

Role Purpose:
To post holder will oversee and develop the utilization of targeted performance metrics and build/drive a culture of learning to deliver maximum impact working across the Region and as part of the Global Performance, Learning & Impact team. They will optimize knowledge sharing by designing and delivering a knowledge management infrastructure for IPPFAR and MAs that can capture,... store and share best practices from strategic initiatives, projects, as well as other works as/when appropriate.
Role deliverables:

Implement and improve the IPPF Monitoring & Evaluation framework and systems for collecting, tracking, analyzing and reporting the progress of activities against organizational and project targets and outcomes.
Advising and supporting IPPF Member Associations focal points (Architects of Cooperation – AoCs), Contract Managers and External Relations colleagues on monitoring, evaluation and key result areas.
Match data with narratives and stories to better illustrate impact. The post holder will work with the IPPFAR communications team to develop knowledge products including technical and programme and policy briefs, impact stories, and multimedia products. They will also lead the development of compelling advocacy-focused funding proposals to ensure sustained financing for IPPFAR and MA programmes, in close collaboration with the resource mobilization team.
Support the monitoring and evaluation planning and implementation of projects (including complex, multi-country, large donor-funded projects) implemented by IPPFAR and/or IPPD MAs in the region.
Advising and working with AoCs on supporting MAs to strengthen M&E systems and data quality.
Networking with Global PL&I team to develop the function.
Adhere to the safeguarding reporting and monitoring requirements of this role.

Management responsibility:
Supervision of one Performance, Learning and Impact Advisor and one Data Analyst.
Role Deliverables:

Oversee the generation and analysis of regional data and evidence as part of IPPF Strategic Results Framework.
Devise and advise on effective and efficient monitoring and evaluation tools, frameworks, processes, systems and training.
Oversee data quality assurance ensuring performance and evaluation data is tracked, current, cleansed, accurate and consistent for reporting and decision-making purposes.
Advise colleagues, stakeholders and partners on new approaches/practices within the PL&I field, incorporating these into the implementation of corrective actions that address data weaknesses.
Lead/commission qualitative research that optimizes progress, knowledge sharing and leading-edge thinking.
Adapt global tools and frameworks based on continuous feedback, changes in data methodologies and general sectoral advancements.
Build networks with regional interlocutors to drive a culture of continuous learning.
Evolve & optimise data analysis to Secretariat and Member Associations to enhance programming and decision making.
Support and enable a safe environment, adhering to the safeguarding reporting and monitoring requirements of this role.

Key Skills/Expertise:

Master’s degree in Public Health, Statistics, Economics, or related degree
Significant experience in public health programming in West Africa.
Reporting, analysis and health information management. Track record of excellent M&E implementation at regional or national level in a programmatic and development sector setting. Expert-level knowledge of FP indicators, monitoring performance and impact measurement for FP service delivery and contraceptive security preferred. Evidence of developing and using digital tools and systems to enable effective performance tracking, evaluation and knowledge sharing.
Excellent writing and presentation skills with evidence of coherent, evidence-based reporting. Experience drafting or leading the development of knowledge products (case studies, infographics, quantitative and analytical reports, evidence-based project proposals, etc).
Facilitation and Training skills with evidence of intervention design and development (i.e.: action centered learning practitioner).
Evidence of embedding standards and performance measures delivering tangible improvements to benefit impact and performance.
High level of organisational skills, planning and time-management with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
Evidence of coordinating and managing people and teams well to create a learning environment. Pro-active, collaborative, develops strong professional networks and able to adapt/work with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
Excellent IT skills.
Role models safeguarding, anti-racism and no discrimination and acts with integrity.
Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice.
Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of worker’s rights and access to health care in sex work.
Fluency in French and English is essential, good command of Portuguese is an asset

Competencies:

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of (related field). Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. more

Role Purpose:
The post holder will support the IPPF Africa Region (IPPFAR) and IPPF Arab World Regional Office (IPPF-AWRO) in developing and implementing People Plans that support IPPF’s Strategic Framework objectives. The post holder will also be expected to deliver optimal performance and enable an environment that engages and develops diverse talents. The post holder will be working... collaboratively with the HR Operations Manager, People Partners from other regions and HR Focal points to develop processes, tools and platforms that are fit for purpose, support the Secretariat deliver the Strategic Framework and bring about visible change.
Context of role:
IPPF, through its new Strategy2028, is looking to be a more dynamic, agile and diverse organization keeping on the ‘front foot’ of evolving people practices and bringing a proactive approach to attracting talent, people performance and development, workforce planning and enhancing the employee experience journey.
Management responsibility:
The People Partner will supervise HR Admin focal points in both regions who will provide support on the ground as part of their overall job purpose and deliverables.
Role Deliverables:

Develop and implement a rolling annual people plan that is part of the Secretariat People, Organisation & Culture 3-year plan and developed with the Regional Directors and their Senior Management Teams.
Devise, modify and manage the employee lifecycle journey to ensure a consistent and positive employee experience.
Plan and optimise recruitment to effectively attract and secure diverse talent, pro-actively advising on approach. Supporting selection directly and/or through training/coaching recruiting managers and providing the objective validation on recruitment decisions in line with our goals and targets.
Pro-actively build, adapt and evolve performance and development to ensure capability is in place to deliver, including running and advising on the calibration of performance and development in your own regional areas, working with People colleagues to be consistent.
Optimise workforce planning with Heads of Corporate Services to integrate unrestricted and restricted resource ensuring within your own regional areas and in liaison with the HR Operations Manager.
Identify, mitigate and manage people and employee relations risks.
Manage and adapt the pay review cycle in line with Secretariat guidelines and working alongside People colleagues.
Lead the local adaptation, modification and implementation of People Policies and Procedures in line with Secretariat framework.
Lead on one of the key development areas listed above and contribute cutting edge insights to the global People platform.
Build trusted relationships at all levels to deliver IPPF’s People objectives while retaining line manager accountability through training/coaching support.
Recommend, devise and adapt interventions that improve engagement, wellbeing and support culture change.
Support and enable a safe environment, adhering to the safeguarding reporting and monitoring requirements of this role.

Key Skills/Expertise:

Qualified HR Professional with significant experience across the employee life-cycle.
Experience as an HR or People Business Partner working with Senior Management Teams.
Experience of advising and working across geographies and different legal jurisdictions internationally, particularly on recruitment & ER matters.
Track record of developing and delivering ambitious people plans and managing/delivering projects.
Influencing skills with demonstratable ability to both constructively challenge and support with resilience and emotional intelligence.
Demonstrable planning, organising skills with ability to adapt and flex to changing circumstances and deliver at pace.
Good judgment and decision-making distilling the key elements of a situation and context balancing the needs of the business and the needs of people.
Track record of working successfully with diverse, multicultural and multilingual groups and experience of supporting teamworking in diverse environments.
Strong communication skills, verbal and written with experience of writing policies/procedures/contracts in a user-friendly way without technical jargon and in a tone of voice that supports the culture
Fluency in French and English is essential, good command of Portuguese is an asset
Highest integrity and confidentiality, approachable and supportive.
Creative problem-solver, who thinks ahead and pre-empts risks/issues.
Understands the external dynamics, political/social/economic shifts and keeps up to date with functional/sectoral/legislative changes.
Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice.
Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of worker’s rights and access to health care in sex work.

Competencies:

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of (related field). Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. more