Solidarités International Kenya / Somalia – Deputy Country Director in charge of Operations - Nairobi

Solidarités International
 

Kenya / Somalia – Deputy Country Director in charge of Operations - Nairobi
 

Desired start date: 01/02/2016
 

Duration of the mission: 12 months subject to founding
 

Location: Nairobi duty station with frequent travel to Kenya and Somalia bases or meeting points (30-40% travel)

"If your dreams don’t scare you they aren’t big enough!"

 

About the mission: Solidarités International has been operational in Somalia since 2007. Solidarités International main areas of intervention are WaSH and Food Security. 

In Kenya since 2007, Solidarités International has field base in North Horr. Resilience and WaSH project are implemented in Marsabit County, with funding from EU and DFID. 

In Somalia, Solidarités International has field bases in two regions: Lower Juba (Dhobley) and Hiraan. Projects are focusing on WaSH and food security.

At the time of the writing of this job description Solidarités International is also considering opening activities in other locations.

The coordination is based in Nairobi. The Field Team dedicated to Somalia Programs is based in Somalia. The Field Team dedicated to Kenya is based in North Horr (Marsabit county).

Current Field Visit locations and their security context:

Somalia: Dadaab / Dhobley / Mandera / Dollow / Other locations inside Somalia, where travel might be needed (i.e. Beletweyne, Galckayo, Mogadishu, Dollow, Elwak, Kismayo, Garowe)

Kenya: Marsabit / North Horr

About the job: The Deputy Country Director (DCD) in charge of Operations in close cooperation with the Head of Mission (HoM) provides a leadership, decision-making and coordinating role on programmatic issues, both in the development of quality proposals as well as the effective implementation of Solidarités International projects in Kenya and Somalia.

The Deputy Head of Mission in charge of Operations supports the Head of Mission in setting up and monitoring operations.
 

He/she is responsible for supervising and coordinating Solidarités International’s programs in Somalia and Kenya.

The Deputy Director of Programs line manages four staff members (WaSH technical coordinator, FSL technical coordinator, Reporting Officer and M&E officer). 

The Deputy Director of Programs reports to the HoM.

Responsibilities

Strategic orientation

• Follow and analyze the humanitarian needs, the development of program sector strategies, the political, cultural and economic context of the countries of intervention
• Be proactive in proposing the setting up of new activities

Coordination and operational monitoring

• Ensure through support to Technical Coordinators and Field Coordinators that all programs are implemented in coherence with annual operational strategy, Solidarités International technical requirements and financial donor criteria

Team management

• Initiate and lead workshops and program department meetings (including launching of new programs)
• Set up training sessions in light of operational requirements
• Manage the Technical Coordination team as well as collaborators placed under his/her supervision

Reporting / communication / representation

• Consolidate internal reports and supervise the preparation of donors reports and amendments
• Oversee the development of timely and high quality reporting for each grant by the program team, for submission per Solidarités International and donor guidelines

Monitoring and evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL)

• Manage the MEAL team and support it in developing, rolling out and monitoring the use of a country-wide MEAL strategy and tools for the collection and analysis of program information to inform all stages of the project cycle to increased shared learning internally and externally.

The main challenges of the position are: As a senior member of the country management team (CMT), the DCD leads on the development of strategies and implementation of programming in both countries Kenya and Somalia.

Your profile

Education:

• Relevant university degree (Master or Post graduate), preferably in international relations and/or development, political science or management. 
• Experience can substitute qualification but not vice versa.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience overseas (including 2 years at Senior management level) in complex emergencies, preferably with refugees and/or IDPs/WaSH/Food Security and ASAL countries
• Strong experience in programme development and documented skills in formulation of programme/project proposal as well as budgets and reports
• Ability to use Logical Framework Approach as a tool in programme/project design and follow up
• Demonstrated success in program development and fundraising. Must have a successful track record in initiating, cultivating, and securing support from a range of institutional and private donors.
• Extensive M&E knowledge and experience, including conducting surveys/assessments and analyzing data.
• Experience in negotiating and advocating with government authorities and donors for solutions that serve the needs of beneficiaries, pursuing values of internationally recognized and universal character in a, post-conflict context with a strong respect of local culture and tradition

Technical skills and knowledge:

• Strong working experience in ASAL areas
• Knowledge and experience of working in Somalia
• Strong expertise in resilience and emergency program required
• Proven ability to lead culturally diverse teams
• Previous working experience with Solidarités International is an asset
• Good knowledge of donors procedures (esp. ECHO, OFDA/USAID, DFID and EU)

Transferable skills:

• Very comfortable with standard office software and internet research.

Languages:

• English: Fluent with excellent writing capacities
• French: Fluent with excellent writing capacities
• Somali: knowledge of Somali is an advantage

We offer

Solidarités International will offer you:

A salaried post: according to experience from 2000 euros gross per month, plus 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly, and a monthly Per Diem of 700 USD.

Social and medical cover: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which reimburses all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.

Vacation: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of one break every three months. For a one-year assignment, the expatriate will have a 7-day break during the 3rd and the 9th month (with 500 euros allocated by Solidarités). He or she will also be entitled to go back to his or her home country for a 14-day period after six months spent on the mission (Solidarités will cover travel costs).

Contact : Marie-Sophie OLIVERA
 

How to Apply:

Application process

Does this description fit you? 

Please send us your CV and Cover letter in English. 

CV only applications will not be considered.

CLICK HERE to apply online

Closing date: 21 Jan 2016

NB: The vacancy may close before the deadline. Thank you for your comprehension

For further information about Solidarités International, please consult our website: http://www.solidarites.org/en/

Logistics Manager <> 100,000-150,000 per month

Job Title: Logistics Manager
 

Industry: Hospitality / Restaurant
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Salary: 100K – 150K
 

A Nairobi based restaurant with multiple outlets is looking for a highly qualified and experienced Logistics Manager to be responsible for the overall supply chain management. 

Key Responsibilities
 

1. Coordination of the importations with the Head office in Kigali

• Planning the imports in function of the sales planning and stock movements
• Coordinating the transport of goods with head office in Kigali, transporter, clearing agent
• Making sure that the process is well managed to avoid breaking the cold chain at any time

2. The logistic at the Go Down

• Coordination of the reception of the goods from Kigali to totally avoid breaking the cold chain
• Organize the work and schedules of his/her assistant
• Organizing the handling of the products
• Manages the cold room storages and ensures it’s clean and tidy at all times Organize the storage in the cold room in an efficient way that allows anyone to find the right products

3. Organize the deliveries to the different points of sales

• Get the delivery requests from the different points of sales and organize the delivery planning
• Makes sure at all times that the delivery planning is respected and efficient
• Coordinates the local transporter (or our own delivery trucks in the future) for the deliveries

4. Stock Management

• Set up the logistics processes with the Country Director to ensure efficient
• stock management and efficient supply chain
• Set up the record systems (in the go down but also with the different points of sales)

Skills and Qualifications required

• Logistic degree or related field
• At least 5 years experience in a similar position or the same valuable experience
• Perfect honesty, reliability and integrity
• Ability to manage one person (assistant logistician)
• Having a good knowledge of the cold chain would be an added advantage
• Very good ability to multi task
• Very good problem solving skills
• Good communication skills

How to Apply
 

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Logistics Manager) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 22nd December, 2015

Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Restaurant Cashier <> 30,000 per month

Job Title: Restaurant Cashier
 

Industry: Hospitality
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Salary: 30k

Our client is a high end restaurant situated in Karen. 

They seek to recruit a highly competent and proactive Restaurant Cashier.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive and process all payment methods for restaurant guests
• Handle guest complaints with follow up to ensure guest satisfaction
• Settle all guest checks in the computer system and maintain accountability for all financial transactions.
• Maintain complete knowledge of point-of-sale and manual systems and procedures.
• Set up and organize work station with designated supplies, forms and resource materials; maintain cleanliness at all times.  
• Answer outlet telephone using correct salutations and telephone etiquette

Key Qualifications

• Qualification in Accounting or a Hospitality Course.
• Six months prior experience in same or similar position.
• Ability to communicate satisfactorily in English with guests/visitors, management and co-workers, to their understanding.  Ability to remain stationary at assigned post for extended periods of time.
• Ability to compute mathematical calculations.
• Ability to input and access information into the point-of-sale system.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up.
• Ability to maintain concentration and think clearly in a noisy environment with high pedestrian traffic.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Restaurant Cashier) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke  before Tuesday 21st December, 2015

Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Restaurant Manager <> 120,000 per month

Job Title: Restaurant Manager
 

Industry: Hospitality
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Salary: 120k

Our client is a high end restaurant situated in Karen. 

They seek to recruit a highly competent and proactive Restaurant Manager to be responsible for the maintenance of food standards, recruitment, training, inventory control, local marketing initiatives and offering exceptional customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs staff to ensure that food safety, product preparation, and cleanliness standards are maintained.
• Responsible for inventory and money control systems
• Recruit, reward and terminate staff as needed.
• Communicate changes in food preparations formulas, standards, etc. to staff.
• Ensures that all local and national health and food safety codes are maintained and company safety and security policies are followed
• Support local and national marketing initiatives.
• Identify and contact prospective customers to promote sales.
• Plan special events and promotions.
• Coaches and trains shift managers, and assistant managers, on operational excellence. Monitor training processes to ensure quality training of employees.
• Assist in developing new hire orientation programs and rewards programs.
• Develop and maintain staffing levels for Supervisors and Assistant Managers.
• Ensures that correct operational procedures are followed and takes corrective action if necessary
• Works with staff to achieve sales goals, using available reports to identify opportunities.

Key Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in a relevant field
• Must have 3-5 years of successful, operational management experience in a high end restaurant environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Basic math and accounting skills and strong analytical/decision making skills are needed;
• Demonstrated achievement in staff selection, coaching and development.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Restaurant Manager) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke  before Tuesday 21st December, 2015

Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.