Local Coordinator- Samburu (Consultant) at Fondazione L’Albero della Vita

Way back in the Christmas of 1996, a group of like-minded men and women united by the fireside in Assi and gave birth to Fondazione L’Albero della Vita (FADV). They had a strong desire to find a purpose to live more meaningful lives. They strongly desired to make differences in lives of children and youth living in difficult conditions. In April 1997, FADV was established as an international NGO headquartered in Milan – Italy. Since its establishment, FADV has been working in Italy and internationally to ensure well-being of children and for their rights. The organization has taken effective actions to create conditions for a dignified life by providing food, care and medical treatment to children and a safe enabling environment for their growth. FADV’s commitment for protection and promotion of human rights is in accordance to the guidelines of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Child (UNCRC). FADV works towards improving the family and social system in which a child exists and towards creating a safe environment for his/her effective growth. Internationally, FADV’s operational area currently includes Italy, Kenya, Congo, India, Nepal, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Romania, Peru, Kenya and Haiti. In Kenya, FADV has been working in Nairobi and Samburu area since 2010

The project

Missione Calcutta Onlus is the leading agency of a project, in partnership with Caritas Maralal and The Tree of Life Kenya, in Samburu County, Consolata Suguta. It’s aimed at contributing to the protection of children living in Suguta – Maralal area, through the improvement of the services provided by Consolata Suguta Primary School, located in a strategically a few kilometers from Maralal, the capital of Samburu County.

The objective of the project is to improve the Educational, Nutritional and Protection services offered by the Consolata Suguta Primary School to benefit vulnerable children in Samburu.

In line with these efforts, Missione Calcutta Onlus is seeking an experienced Local Coordinator Consultant (a consulting agreement is offered) to support with the planning and implementation of project activities. Such support includes coordination, logistical and administration tasks as well as monitoring and evaluation of activities. A Consultant is an independent contractor and is not an employee, partner, or co-venturer of, or in any other service relationship with the Supervisor. Therefore, Consultant shall be responsible for all taxes arising from compensation and other amounts paid under this Agreement and shall be responsible for all payroll taxes.

Supervisor: Missione Calcutta Director and The Tree of Life Coordinator

Duty station:** 50% Suguta Marmar, Samburu County-Consolata Suguta Primary School; 50% Maralal.

Starting date:** 22nd January 2022

Type of Contract: Consulting Agreement

Duration of the assignment:** 12 months

Duties and Responsibilities of Consultant:

• This position covers an essential role for the delivery and the implementation of the project in the target areas.


• The candidate should have a very strong knowledge of the territory where the project is to be implemented. The person will work with a high level of independence.


• S/He should have strong partnering skills, be organised and flexible, adapt at dealing with sudden change, and able to work across cultures.


• The Local Coordinator (consultant) will be the only direct point of contact for Missione Calcutta Onlus (on the territory) for the entire time of the project, making sure to meet project goals and necessities established by Missione Calcutta. Therefore, strong management skills including ability to provide strategic guidance, project oversight and planning, develop workplans, and manage budgets and project expenditures are highly required.


• Moreover, the Coordinator shall be responsible to monitor, coordinate, liaison and resolve issues in the project from implementation phase to handing over of the project.


• The person acts as a focal person for Missione Calcutta in Samburu County and shall work in close coordination with Caritas Maralal and The Tree of Life Kenya to ensure successful implementation and delivery of Educational, Nutritional and Protection services.


• Therefore, the Consultant will be responsible for the following activities and deliverables:


• Overall project management, coordination and implementation.


• Annual planning of activities in Samburu County, monitor and supervise execution of activities, provide updates on changes, and ensure the timely and responsive delivery of outputs and reports.


• Maintain close contacts and relations with relevant local partners and projects in and around the project’s target area.


• Maintain close contacts and relations with local stakeholders. Liaise with relevant government stakeholders, NGO’s, other partner organizations and projects, to ensure good coordination and collaboration.


• Monitor, coordinate and solve issues in the project from implementation phase to handing over of the project.


• Monitor and promptly report project progress and handle any issues that arise from time to time.


• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation and reports at least once a month.


• Prepare monthly reports and provide information about the local issues, which may affect the project.


• Participation to relevant and sectorial coordination tables/working groups in Samburu and visibility activities.


• Support the development of M&E tools aimed at monitoring, evaluating the project and assessing its impact.


• Support the collection of achievements and lessons of the project activities and support the dissemination to partners and stakeholders.


• Support feasibility studies, data collection and new project proposals development.


• Any other duty as required by the line managers/supervisors.

Requirements

Diploma / Level of studies:

1. Required: BA/BSc Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Human Sciences, Humanities, Human Resources Management or other related field.


2. Desired: MA degree International Relations and Development or related field.

Experience:

1. A minimum of 3 years in international cooperation and development field and coordination related experience preferably from NGOs sector.


2. Ability and willingness to manage project implementation


3. Actual grassroots experience, working with communities and CSOs


4. Good numerical, report writing and administration skills.


5. Experience in the monitoring of implementation and evaluation of international programmes.


6. Experience in community mobilization, program management and programs development.

Skills Required

• Project management skills.


• Excellent communication skills in dealing effectively with different actors, beneficiaries and stakeholders.


• Computer skills (Microsoft office word, excel, etc.).

Other Skills Required

1. Data handling skill.


2. Good analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail and determination to meet deadlines


3. Excellent spoken and written English is mandatory.


4. Knowledge of Samburu language


5. Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality and participatory approach and sustainable development


6. Training and facilitation skills


7. Excellent interpersonal skills, positive and professional attitude, ability to lead and work well in a team setting and with multiple partners


8. Knowledge, skills and experience in participatory methods, community development and partnership


9. Soft Skills/ Other:


10. Impact evaluation


11. Honesty and strong ethics are required in order to be successful in this position


12. Ability to work independently and as part of a team


13. Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn – open to learning new ways of doing things.


14. Professional attitude, pro-active and results oriented with a professional attitude towards work


15. Flexible and adaptable in working with an up-and-coming not-for-profit organization

Confidentiality : Every personnel must sign a Safeguarding Policy and a confidentiality agreement, and may not share organizational materials without the express written permission from a supervisor. **

Working schedule : Working hours will be agreed upon on the basis of the experience and the expected deliverables.

Budget and salary: Available budget for this position is between 60,000 and 87,500 Kshs monthly. all-inclusive, depending on the work experience. The consultant is in charge of paying all related taxes.

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