Position Overview:
Heshima Kenya is a non-profit organization based in Nairobi, Kenya that is dedicated to identifying, protecting and empowering unaccompanied refugee children and youth; especially adolescent girls, through our specialized shelter, education and advocacy programs. The Maisha Collective, an income generating initiative of our alternative education program, the Girls’ Empowerment Program, serves as an economic springboard by helping program graduates become skilled artisans who design, produce and market a line of unique hand-dyed scarves and other textile products. The Maisha consultant position requires travel to and time spent in Nairobi, Kenya and is responsible for frequent contact with the US office.
Main Goal: To conduct an in-depth assessment of the Maisha Collective’s operational, business and programmatic strategy and compile recommendations for strengthening the program to build capacity.
Assessment Responsibilities:
Conduct initial operational and programmatic appraisal with Maisha team in Nairobi.
Gather and analyze strengths and weaknesses from an artisan business standpoint, taking into consideration the unique population that Heshima serves.
Organize interactive feedback assessment with staff and girls to appraise programmatic goals and utilize input to create sustainable feedback practices.
Provide recommendations for efficient procedures in daily operations, inventory, payroll, supplier relations, quality control, etc.
Evaluate current Maisha team structure (Nairobi & Chicago), break down responsibilities and compile proposed new structure if necessary.
Review Maisha curriculum and provide suggestions for modifications to strengthen capacity and skill building for program.
Prepare final recommendations and action items for Executive Director, Country Director and Maisha team.
HOW TO APPLY:
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Your application should be send to the address below indication the position applied for in the email subject by close of business Saturday 26th November 2016. It should include a cover letter & a detailed CV/ Firms profile (as one PDF document) with your contact details, details of expected fee.
NB. All applications should be send through the email only.
Heshima Kenya
P.O Box 63192 – 00619 Nairobi Kenya
Email: hr2016@heshimakenya.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.