Consultancy Service Invitation

Consultancy Service Invitation: Technical Assistance to the integration of Climate Change Adaptation and Natural Resource Management for Karamoja Cluster PEACE III Program
 

Mercy Corps works almost exclusively in conflict and post-conflict environments. 

We currently have programs in 42 countries; the vast majority of these are considered at high or moderately high risk for instability. 

While we recognize the difficulties operating in these environments, we believe that transitional environments offer tremendous opportunities for positive change. 

Since the late 1990s, Mercy Corps has implemented more than 100 peacebuilding programs in over 30 countries with specific emphasis on people-to-people approaches.

Together with its partner PACT, Mercy Corps is currently leading the implementation of a five year USAID funded PEACE III program in the Karamoja cluster. 

PEACE III is a cross border program being implemented in the Karamoja and Somaila cluster with the goal of strengthening cross-border conflict management in the Horn of Africa.

It is strengthening the horizontal and vertical linkages within and between local, national, and regional conflict management actors in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Somalia and South Sudan.
 

Scope of Work
 

In consultation with Mercy Corps, the consultant shall:

• Conduct contextual analysis of climate change, natural resource management and their contribution to the conflicts, including social/cultural attributes and key political economy in the selected corridor(s) – acknowledging regional trends/ dynamics.
• The analysis will be based on secondary sources, MC’s project experience and expertise and additional field research as required. 
• This contextual analysis will identify segmented profiles of the target group (s), in terms of potential outreach, existing networks and key demographics on vulnerability and coping strategies.
• Familiarization with, and literature review of PEACE III program and its approach to integration of climate and cross border natural resource management;
• Field visits to at least three sites in the cluster to gain a deeper understanding of climate change challenges and issues surrounding natural resource management and how they contribute to cross border conflicts;
• Visiting local government entities and learning their approaches to climate change and natural resource management issues
• Designing a user friendly guide detailing approaches and strategies to integrating climate change and resource management into PEACE III program. 
• Should detail what climate change is, its contribution to conflicts, strategies for adapting to stress and shocks;
• Facilitating a workshop for PEACE III staff and stakeholders on climate change issues and natural resource management.

Skills Required
 

The consult shall have the following skills and experiences:

• Extensive experience of working on extensive pastoralism and marginalized environments in North Western Kenya and North Eastern Uganda
• 5 years experience in applying natural resource management and climate change lenses to conflict management, systems thinking and working in partnership with others;
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to work in a participatory and inclusive manner
• Proven excellent facilitation skills
• Advance degree in social sciences and foundational knowledge in subjects including, natural resource management, climate change and pastoralist systems, vulnerability and resilience, and conflict mitigation.
• This consultancy is open to Ugandan Nationals or those from Karamoja Cluster Countries.

Timeline: The consultancy is expected to take 30 working days from the date of signing contract.
 

Applications
 

Interested consultants can collect the detailed terms of reference from Mercy Corps Office in the address below or request through email to consultant@ug.mercycorps.org 

Applicants are expected to send their technical and financial proposals together with a cover letter to the Mercy Corps, Kampala Head Office on 4th Floor Embassy Plaza, Plot 1188-1190 Ggaba Road, before close of business on Friday 12th June 2015.

4,081 Positions - Massive Recruitment of Teachers June 2015, TSC

Replacement of Teachers who have exited service in April 2015 and those retiring between 1st July, 2015 and 31st December, 2015

The Teachers Service Commission doing Massive Recruitment of Teachers June 2015, 4081 posts to replace teachers who have exited service and due to retire (3,705 posts for Primary school teachers and 376 posts for Post Primary schools  / institutions teachers).

Massive Recruitment of Teachers June 2015

Eligible candidates should meet the following basic requirements:

(i) Be Kenya citizens.

(ii) Must be 45 years of age and below.

(iii) Must have original Professional and Academic Certificates.

(iv) Must be registered as a teacher as per Section 23 of the Teachers Service Commission Act.

Applicants for vacancies in Primary schools must be holders of P1 certificate and will be selected from the county merit lists compiled during the August, 2014 recruitment exercise.

 

However, Lamu, Garissa, Mandera and Wajir Counties, which have exhausted their merit lists, applicants should apply to the TSC County Directors afresh to generate a merit list.

Applicants for vacancies in Post Primary institutions must be holders of a minimum of Diploma in Education Certificate and should apply to the Secretary, Board of Management of the School / Institution where the vacancy has been advertised and submit a copy to the TSC County Director not later than 15th June, 2015.

The Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer and people with disability are encouraged to apply.

Caution:

(a) The recruitment exercise is free of charge. The Teachers Service Commission would wish to forewarn applicants against fraudsters who might extort money from unsuspecting persons purporting to assist in recruitment.

(b) Successful applicants must not fill employment forms in more than one station as this will lead to disqualification.

Any fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest police station, TSC County Directors, Staffing Officers or to Teachers Service Commission headquarters through the following hotlines between 8.00a.m and 5.00p.m.:

• Director (Teacher Management) Tel: 0202892193
• Senior Deputy Director (Teacher Management Primary) Tel: 0202892132
• Senior Deputy Director (Teacher Management Post Primary) Tel: 0202892135

OR

Write to the Commission through the email address dirtm@tsc.go.ke

Massive

For detailed information on available vacancies in Counties and schools/institutions applicants are advised to:

a) Visit the TSC Website www.tsc.go.ke or;

b) Visit the TSC offices at the County or Sub-County.

Gabriel K. Lengoiboni, CBS
Secretary/Chief Executive

Head of Marketing - 200,000 + Commission p.m.

Head of Marketing 

Salary: Shs 200,000 + Commission 
 

Our company has operations in more than 30 countries and it was launched in 2011. 

Due to their rapid expansion they are looking for a Head of Marketing to lead the marketing strategy and campaign execution for both online and offline platforms in the fast developing Kenyan Market.

About the Job: You will report to the Country Manager. You will be planning and optimizing our marketing efforts towards the lowest possible Cost-Per-Customer-Acquisition and increasing Retention.

As an expert in the Kenyan market, you will proactively suggest new marketing campaigns, channels, and promotions, evaluating carefully country performance. 

Your role will also include management of the local branding.

You will be leading relations with local affiliate networks and potential marketing partners. 

 

You will also receive a support of our HQ Marketing Team, which consists of experts in the field of performance marketing, CRM, social media, or ASO. 

The job is very challenging and will help you advance to a new level of expertise through utilization of our internal -as well as Rocket Internet know-how.

Desired Skills

• Min 2-4 years of Managerial marketing experience, with background in both strategic (branding, partnerships) and performance (online marketing, data) marketing.
• Experience in campaign management on Facebook, Google, Bing, Twitter, or affiliate networks
• Experience with offline marketing – events, promotions, partnerships, etc.
• Ideally with relevant certification – Google AdWords, Bing, Hubspot, WOMMA, or others
• Knowledge in mobile marketing.
• Ability to get things done independently outside of the office, or in a team
• Analytical skills and love for numbers are a MUST
• Ability to come up with creative solutions
• Fluent in spoken and written English. Knowledge of local languages an additional advantage.

We look forward to receiving your application. 

Only those candidates who meet the above mentioned qualifications should submit their resumes to apply@dumaworks.com with the subject line consisting of “Head of Marketing 1749”, your NAME and PHONE NUMBER.

HR Training Consultants

Vacancy: HR Training Consultants
 

The HR Training Consultant is a key role in the Training and Development department. 

The consultant will focus on the training administration and develop specialized training courses.
 

The training and development consultant will have a portfolio of training courses and will find the best way for the development and training of employees in the various assignments at the clients’ sites.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and implementing training programs based on clients needs / specifications.
• Create brochures and training materials.
• Identifies training needs and training gaps in the clients’ organization in a close cooperation with the HR Business Partners and line managers
• Develop multimedia visual aids and presentations.
• Prepare and implement training budget.
• Evaluate needs of company and plan training programs accordingly.
• Provide companies with classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
• Plan the implementation and facilitation of activities and events, budget spending, material production and distribution, and other resources to ensure that operations are managed within authorized budgets.
• Assist with the development of strategic plans.
• Monitors the best practice in the training area and introduces it in the organization
• Evaluates the quality of training courses and implements

Qualifications

• Proven and substantial experience designing and developing training manuals
• Certified trainer
• 2 -5 years experience in conducting trainings
• 2-5 years experience in mid level management / supervisory level
• Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, organize, implement and report on a consultancy assignment;
• Excellent English (oral and writing) required
• Business degree from a reputable university
• An MBA or postgraduate degree in a field of international business, strategy or finance
• Sound technical and business knowledge and understanding.
• Project delivery, project management and project risk management.
• Excellent financial, business understanding / acumen and numerical skills.

Application Procedure
 

Please send your updated CV in WORD FORMAT to recruiterbpm@gmail.com by 13th June 2015. 

On the subject line please indicate what position you are applying for and within the email please indicate you current salary, expected salary and remuneration package.