Introduction: Self Help Africa (SHA) is an International Non-Governmental Organisation implementing rural development, sustainable food and livelihoods security programmes in 10 countries in Africa.

SHA’s vision is an Africa free from poverty and hunger with a mission to develop enterprising solutions that enable smallholder farmers to achieve a better life. SHA has been working in Kenya since 2005 implementing rural development, sustainable food and livelihood security programmes.

Currently SHA is implementing its programmes in line with Kenya Programme Strategy: 2011 2015. The Kenya programme operates in 13 Counties namely: Kilifi, Kitui, Laikipia, Narok, Kajiado, Nakuru, Homabay, Migori, Siaya, Kisumu, Busia, Baringo and Bomet.

Under the overall managerial and administrative leadership of Self Help Africa Kenya Country Director, the Head of Programmes will be directly responsible for the implementation and overall management as well as reporting on all programmes executed by SHA in Kenya.

The Head of Programmes will also contribute to the development of monitoring and evaluation systems across SHA – Kenya and contribute to the development of the programme.

This is a challenging function to ensure that the SHA Kenya Programme achieves a sustainable impact on rural livelihoods and food security and that SHA captures evidence of change.

The Head of Programmes is a key member of the Country Management Team (CMT) and together with the Country Director (CD) and Head of Finance & Administration (HOFA) is responsible for leading and supporting country office initiatives.

Job Purpose: The purpose of this job is to provide technical support on Nutrition and Gender
as well as ensuring effective mainstreaming of all related cross-cutting themes across the Kenya Country Programme.

The Programme Coordinator will further be responsible for leading in advocacy initiatives around Nutrition, HIV/AIDS and Gender issues, advising and building capacity of staff, monitoring and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:
Programme Management
Ensure that SHA’s strategic focus on social inclusion and nutrition is strongly woven into all programmes/projects
Ensure gender and nutrition is mainstreamed throughout SHA programmes/projects
Ensure effective communication and oversee processes leading to documentation & publication of lessons, processes and results of gender and nutrition interventions
Support the Head of Programmes in designing and planning programmes; ensuring that nutrition, Gender and HIV and AIDS are adequately addressed with effective strategies for implementating operations in line with Self Help Africa’s Kenya Country Programme strategy,
Support the Head of Programmes in resource mobilisation and acquisition through new programme development and proposal writing to ensure effective mainstreaming of nutrition, Gender and HIV and AIDS issues across the programme
Develop and carry out ongoing review of nutrition, Gender and HIV and AIDS policies/guidelines and strategies that provide strategic direction during planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation across the Kenya Country Programme,
Establish knowledge gaps and specific learning needs of staff around Nutrition, Gender and HIV and AIDS across the programme and coordinate staff and partner capacity building for effective programme implementation,
 Facilitate active networking and partnerships of the Kenya Country Programme with Government Departments, donor agencies, NGOs and private organizations implementing similar programmes activities for continued learning and sharing of experiences and best practices,
 Guide processes of identifying Nutrition, Gender and HIV and AIDS -based advocacy issues and facilitate policy advocacy engagements at local and international levels for the implementation of nutrition, HIV and AIDS and gender sensitive policies and laws .
 Nurture and strengthen strategic partnerships, networks and coalitions with civil society organizations and private sector to influence Nutrition, Gender and HIV and AIDS responsive policies and laws,  Keep updated on technical aspects of Nutrition, Gender and HIV and AIDS related issues through regular reading, dialogue, participation in meetings and trainings,
 Facilitate and assist the timely submission of regular reports (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual) or special reports as deemed necessary
 Manage implementation of special projects from time to time as assigned by the Head of Programmes,

Safety and Security
Ensure all safety or security incidents (fires, vehicle accidents, theft, etc) are appropriately recorded and reported,
Actively monitor field site safety and security and advise the HoP about new developments.
To ensure regular communications are maintained among the field sites, and between the field and the country office
Logistics / Procurement / Assets Management
Ensure efficient use and management of transport and other programme resources,
Work with Head of Programmes and Human Resources and Administration Manager in procurement processes of projects inputs through outlined procurement procedures,
Ensure that project implementation meets donor compliance requirements,

Human Resource Management
Ensure good individual and team performance in support of project implementation through coaching, mentoring and regular meetings,
Facilitate effective teamwork, coordination and work planning among development facilitators, technical specialists, and administrative staff in support of programme objectives,
Be responsible for building the capacity of all project staff, enhancing their commitment, character, competence, and critical thinking.
Work with them to develop and implement personal capacity building plans.

Representation
Promotion of the organisation’s positive image through collaboration and networking,
Ensure that the programme collaborates and networks with other stakeholders such as Government ministries and departments, donor agencies, NGOs and private sector organisations,
In coordination with the Head of Programmes and Projects, represent SHA at national (Kenya) levels; to donors, local and national government authorities, other NGOs, and any other parties as required;
Any other duties as assigned by the Head of Programmes from time to time

Key Relationships:
Internal
Head of Programmes (Line Manager)
Country Director
Other SHA Kenya staff
Programme Quality Advisors (HQ based)
External
Partner organisations,
Government Ministries/ departments,
Other like-minded organizations and institutions
Knowledge and Experience:
At least 3 years working experience in Nutrition, Gender and HIV/AIDS related programmes
Duration of Contract
Two years with a possibility of extension based on successful performance

Qualifications / Other Requirements:
Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics, Nutrition and Dietetics, Social / Health Sciences; Public Health; Nutrition/HIV and AIDS, Gender or related disciplines,
Experience and knowledge in the design and implementation of nutrition, Gender, HIV an d AIDS programmes within food and livelihoods setting for individuals or groups, especially smallholder farmers,
Competence in operating nutrition, HIV and AIDS or related computer software programmes and data analysis, research skills, writing and communication skills, excellent verbal, analytical, and organisational skills,
A good understanding of project cycle management approaches and tools – including Participatory Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment and Planning, project appraisal, Nutrition Assessments, Gender, HIV and AIDS assessment, monitoring and evaluation and partners’ capacity building,
Good knowledge and understanding of key aspects of development work; including food, nutrition and livelihood security, cross-cutting themes (e.g. gender, environment, HIV/AIDS, social inclusion),
Skills in training/facilitation of development processes, including organisation and mobilization of communities and networking among different development partners such as community-based organisations (CBOs), governments and partner staff
High level skills and experience in planning, budgeting and writing programmatic reports to donors,

Role Competencies:
A strong commitment to the aims, objectives and values of SHA Kenya Country Programme,
Commitment to international and humanitarian NGO codes, standards and practices
High level of integrity and high standards of personal conduct,
Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, power point and email,

Application Procedure
Interested applicants who qualify for the post should write an application letter stating clearly the job you are applying for and fill in the online application form (CLICK HERE to download) before 29 May, 2015 and e-mail to Pauline.mungo@selfhelpafrica.net or Kenya@selfhelpafrica.net

Please type “PC Nutrition & Gender – [your name]” in the subject line of the
e-mail.

The closing date for receiving applications is not later than Close of Business on Friday the 29th of May 2015.

Please do not send certificates at this stage.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Women applicants are highly encouraged
Self Help Africa is committed to equal employment opportunities