Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop/update and contribute to the monitoring and reporting of SEAH and compliance through established organizational mechanisms.
Support objective, fair, thorough confidential and timely investigations into SEAH including child protection complaints received from the organization, partners, and beneficiaries.
to the development of training materials and... capacity building of staff, partners and targeted audiences on safeguarding and compliance.
Contribute to reports and presentations and other appropriate recommendations to address gaps in knowledge, systems and procedures to strengthen prevention efforts for SEAH and enhance overall compliance with policies and contractual obligations.
Ensure that corporate SEAH risk reduction measures such as regular and consistent screening of personnel are systematically conducted; contractual partners are assessed and supported for SEAH and compliance.
Establish an environment that supports the safe reporting of SEAH concerns.
Proactively engage programme, technical and administrative departments to ensure that they are assessing SEAH risk in all activities and integrating risk mitigation measures in implementation; and support the delivery of SEAH sessions, and training.
Perform risk assessments to understand risk level, significance, and scope that relate to non-compliance.
Observe and monitor all internal control issues and ensure that donor regulations are complied with in all grant’s transactions and processes.
Using a risk-based approach, evaluate internal controls and fund management processes to improve efficiency, mitigate risks and comply with internal policies and obligations.
Identify and manage best practices in compliance relating to professional standards.
Develop and coordinate appropriate compliance training and education programs for all employees and partner organizations; ensure and understand the company’s commitment to comply with donor agreements, country laws and regulations, organization policies, and ethical requirements applicable.
Develop robust and effective compliance controls within the organization by identifying training needs related to grants and compliance, internal controls, and develop and/or deliver training on internal controls, compliance, ethics, and anti-fraud measures.
Perform various general administrative duties including working with project, fiancé and procurement officers to create a culture of compliance in day-to-day operations.
Support the project officer during implementation to ensure the SEAH and compliance guidelines are incorporated during training.
Investigate non-compliance issues and provide a comprehensive report.

Expected skills and qualifications.

A university degree
At least 3 years of experience applying rights-based approaches.
at least three years of experience in accounting and finance operations
Previous experience related to compliance.
Knowledge of safeguarding/sexual exploitation and abuse principles and standards
Strong research and analytical abilities including the development of culturally sensitive training and capacity-building programs, materials, and communications.
Flexibility and adaptability as well as the ability to plan, take initiative and work independently and under pressure.
Practical knowledge of financial systems, internal financial controls & procedures, and staff management skills
Donor/Grant accounting experience within Consortiums and/or complex grants is preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a culturally diverse work environment
High integrity and capacity to deal with sensitive data.
Good understanding of power dynamics more

Duties and Responsibilities:

Establishment of communities of Action
Lead and facilitate the development and implementation of a localized Theory of Change (ToC), including organization and facilitating inspiring, useful CoA meetings that focus on the fulfilment of the ToC.
Facilitate and support the development and implementation of organizational level, and joint project proposals and... reports in line with We Lead guidelines.
Facilitate CoA collaboration by bringing together organizations of the four groups in a community of Action, providing space for their input and supporting activate collaboration and participation of consortium members.
Create a safe and inspiring space for organizations tshare their plans, ideas, expertise and fears in the CoA.
Facilitates CoA-Organizations tjointly localize the We lead Theory of Change (ToC).
Facilitates and supports local organizations in developing their organization or joint SRH-R advocacy and capacity strengthening plans, which contribute tthe fulfilment of the localized ToC.
Contributes tthe design of the overarching We Lead planning and processes and particularly tthe design of innovative elements of the program.
Participates in a network with other CoA facilitators for exchange, mutual learning and sharing

Development and Implementation of work plans

Organize and stimulate CoA meetings, closed meetings where the program participants financially support only organizations, and ‘open’ meetings where other organizations (that bring specific expertise, knowledge, innovation, and inspiration) are invited.
Supports the realization and facilitation of capacity strengthening and linking and learning activities.
Ensure smooth exchange of information and collaboration between CoA-members and with CoA members, consortium members and other actors.
Support consortium partners with the coordination and implementation of their in-country work plans in Kenya
Align and lead the implementation of CoA joint advocacy activities with the host organization's advocacy initiatives and plans.

Monitoring and Controlling

Takes an active part in the planning, monitoring and evaluation of CoA activities
Relates progress tthe overarching We Lead plans
Coordinate reporting of the CoA organizations.
Work with the Host organization M&E officer tset up monitoring and reporting mechanisms for CoA activities.
Compile, and synthesize CoA monitoring reports and support utilization of lessons learns and best practices by the CoAs.
Provide regular updates tthe Host organization and Hivos teams on CoA performance and emerging concerns.
Support the process of compiling and reviewing overall narrative and financial CoA reports at the host organization and submission tHivos.

Coordination and collaboration

Through project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, proactively stimulate coordination between the organizations not part of the community of Action, the host organization and consortium members.
Actively contributes tand supports activities at the national and regional level, such as research, advocacy campaigns, learning events, etc.
Together with the host organization, participate in designing and developing new programs and products, including identifying new and potential areas for support. Sharing Learning, and quality improvement
Identify, analyze, and highlight success and good practices as well as potential risks and problems.
Work with Host organization and Hivos tidentify solutions for emerging challenges.
Contribute tidentifying and sharing positive stories
Participate in Host Organization Learning and sharing activities/events
Collaborates with the CoAs, the consortium members, and Hivos capacity strengthening officer, in the design and realization of exchange and learning events
Spearhead country level visibility of the WE LEAD program
Contributes treflection and learning on both the national and regional level, as well as on the wider programmatic level

Desired Qualifications

A Degree in social sciences.
Minimum of three years experience working in community advocacy
Good understanding of the program cycle management
Excellent research, interpretation, and critical analysis skills tevaluate context, data, and legislation.
Ability testablish and maintain strong and broad stakeholder relationships
Excellent writing, analytical, and verbal skills
Ability twork as part of a diverse and multicultural team.
Demonstrated ability tmeet deadlines
Adaptability, high level of autonomy, good organizational skills
Willingness ttravel more