Practice Associate at CHASP Advisory

Job Summary:
The Practice Associate will oversee the implementation of CHASP Advisory’s various programs within assigned Counties. This role involves leading data collection efforts, representing the organization in meetings, coordinating teams, and ensuring the successful execution of projects. The position also requires a focus on monitoring, reporting, proposal development, and fostering strategic partnerships to support CHASP Advisory’s mission in social protection and humanitarian development activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Lead and oversee diverse data collection approaches, including administering questionnaires, conducting focus group discussions (FGDs), and key informant interviews within the assigned jurisdictions.
• Conduct data quality audits and contribute to the development of data audit reports and guidelines for various programs.

Team Coordination:

• Identify, train, and deploy enumerators and supervisors in the designated areas, providing effective monitoring and supervision to ensure the delivery of targets and quality standards.
• Provide technical and operational guidance to county-based teams, including enumerators and research assistants.

Representation and Networking:

• Represent CHASP Advisory in meetings and engagements with local authorities and stakeholders, offering timely and accurate feedback on meeting outcomes.
• Foster strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, participating in county-level coordination platforms such as County Steering Group (CSG) meetings and technical working groups.

 Program Implementation and Reporting:

• Develop and implement work plans and budgets, obtaining necessary approvals from the Head of Practice and Head of Finance.
• Track and update project implementation plans, ensuring timely submission of reports, including activity reports, donor/partner/client learning products, and monthly situation reports.
• Provide regular reports and feedback on-field activities, supporting program monitoring and evaluation efforts.

Proposal and Concept Development:

• Support the development of proposals, concept notes, and learning products for ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Contribute to the documentation and dissemination of guidelines for programs • Support in Business Development:
• Assist in identifying new business opportunities and support client relationship management.
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals and presentations for business development and client engagement.

Asset Management:

• Serve as the custodian of CHASP Advisory’s assets and resources within the assigned jurisdiction, ensuring proper utilization and maintenance of vehicles, tablets, laptops, and other equipment, where assigned.

Communication Support:

• Collaborate with the Communications Specialist to support communication activities as needed, contributing to visibility and reporting efforts.

Accountability and Feedback:

• Strengthen CHASP Advisory’s accountability culture by documenting feedback received, ensuring timely follow-up and closure of feedback loops with relevant stakeholders.

Administrative and Other Duties:

• Support the development and submission of procurement plans and ensure compliance with CHASP Advisory’s / Partner’s / Client’s fund protocols.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management, including supporting internal and external learning and adaptation processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in project coordination, monitoring and evaluation field data collection, and team management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in data management tools and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage remote teams.
• Understanding of social protection principles and humanitarian interventions is a plus.