Current Openings at Fondazione L’Albero Della Vita Onlus (FADV)

The candidate will be also responsible for operationalizing the RISE project’s communication and advocacy plan, in compliance with all donor’s guidelines.

He/she will act as the main focal point for communication, advocacy and visibility while in charge of the management, animation, dissemination and development of communication tools, information supports and external and internal visibility operations of the organization.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and the delivering of a coherent communication strategy for the Tree of Life in Kenya, with consistent work plans, ensuring internal / external alignment.
• Be the leader in the development of Tree of Life advocacy strategy and its implementation, in collaboration with Country Representative and Program coordinator.
• Support the drafting and the dissemination of position papers for advocacy and share them out with key stakeholders for feedback and come up with Final papers.
• Monitor the progress of the advocacy efforts through follow-ups.
• Support the preparation of communications and advocacy budgets.
• Support the development and the implementation of Fund Raising campaigns in Kenya, in line with the organization’s priorities and objectives, increasing local resource mobilization efforts.
• Develop and implement campaigns, events, workshops, webinars, and other initiatives within the Tree of Life programs, ensuring alignment with the communications and fund raising priorities of the organization.
• Review, consolidate and implement the communication, visibility and advocacy component of the RISE project, as per project and budget approved, in synergy with the communication office of Tree of Life Headquarters.
• Manage the Tree of Life social media channels in Kenya (Fb, Twitter, Linkedin, etc.), as well as the website, updating the editorial content of Tree of Life, ensuring regular and timely updates and information sharing about the work of Tree of Life, scheduling social media posts on all platforms at different times of the day/week.
• Ensure an increase in exposure and followers on social media; monitor and report content performance, engagement, and community growth to guide future targeting and planning.
• Design, develop and edit communication media (newsletter, updates, posts, etc.), preparing high-quality online and published materials to convey clear and effective messaging.
• Collect visibility and information materials, strengthening and ensuring proper visibility of the organization and the RISE project in Kenya, through various activities and channels.
• Create and schedule content for communication supports online and offline: document results and best practices including compiling impact stories, lessons learned, articles, key messages, interviews, blogs, developing presentations and other communication materials, to increase the visibility of Tree of Life projects and their results, disseminating communication products as per communication strategy.
• Structure and monitor editorial and communication processes and procedures: follow-up of monitoring communication tools, field-to-head office in Nairobi, templates to collect information from the field staff, etc.
• Ensure that all developed materials maintain a high degree of consistency, accuracy, and relevance.
• Maintain a communications and marketing assets library, including photos, videos, case studies, and social media graphics and visibility materials of Tree of Life operations.
• Support program teams for project visibility and donors’ visibility, ensuring compliance with all donors’ visibility guidelines.
• Review and improve deliverables developed in the framework of the Tree of Life ongoing programs, such as manuals, guidelines, SOPs, Concept Notes, etc.
• Contribute to the development of programs-related documents, such as Fact sheets, Capability statements, Presentations-Ppt, Concept Notes, etc.
• Explore and support methods to enhance linkages to media by developing relations with experts, journalists, spokespersons and editors, influencers etc. increasing the visibility of Tree of Life organizing media profiles/interviews and starting up new partnerships.
• Enhance stakeholders’ understanding on Tree of Life operations through dissemination of relevant communication and media related information at national, regional, and international level, monitoring news outlets to explore opportunities to introduce the work and mandate of Tree of Life.
• Influence key stakeholders, media, policy makers, NGOs, and governments about Tree of Life programmes and views, through identified media outlets, social media platforms, website.
• Any other duty as required by the supervisor in line with the post and relevant to the achievement of the Tree of Life objectives.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bachelor degree in Communication, Marketing, international relations, international development or related discipline from a reputable international or Kenya institution.
• A Master degree in Fund raising (or equivalent) is an asset.
• Ability to leverage proper marketing across key social media and communication platforms.
• Strong writer and analytical reader, especially for deliverables to be developed for external stakeholders (e.g. donors & partners).
• Communication, presentation, networking, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases and any other marketing material that communicates the organisation's activities, products and services.
• Ability to work independently, suggest practical solutions and follow-up effectively on the management decisions.
• Good planning skills, pro-activity, creativity, and ability to meet the established deadlines.
• Ability to build key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, contractors and consultants.
• Strong understanding of the humanitarian and development context in Kenya and East Africa
• Computer skills (Microsoft office word, excel, etc.).
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarise complex information in clear, non-specialist language.
• Confident in managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work quickly and flexibly in changing circumstances.
• Background knowledge on development issues and /or areas related to Child Protection and Education will be a strong asset.
• Motivated by our vision of creating a world where everyone is an educator, and where Children are the key actors of human and social development, being a faithful reflection of the past, present and future of the growth process.

Other Skills Required

• Honesty and strong ethics are required in order to be successful in this position.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn - open to learning new ways of doing things.
• Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, participatory approach and sustainable development.
• Planning and management skills.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience in media & communications work and advocacy, marketing or fund raising sector, resource mobilization, external relations, carrying out similar tasks.
• Experience with design & implementation of Advocacy and Communications strategies and understanding of trends in the development sector.
• Proven track record of managing media platforms, producing media content, using digital marketing methods, with a view to building and maintaining online engagement.
• Proven experience in planning and organizing events and activities.
• Photo & Video production and editing skills and experience; good knowledge of visual design and layout development for information materials.
• Experience of working with diverse teams, as well as ability to work with partners using effective interpersonal and communication skills.

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He/she will provide assistance, accompaniment, supervision and guidance to minors and young people, in particular aimed at personal growth, identification of strengths, skills and competencies to enter the job market and/or continue with technical and professional studies.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a coherent reintegration and mentorship strategy for the RISE project, with consistent work plans, ensuring internal / external alignment.
• Implement the reintegration, Tvet, and mentorship education component of the RISE project with all the related activities, as per project objectives, Logical Framework, work plan and budget approved by the donor.
• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of all activities related to the project component under his/her responsibility, ensuring the smooth running of the action, tracking progress on activities and the achievement of the indicators indicated in the Logical Framework, as well as assessing and evaluating impact.
• Prepare adequate work and implementation plans of the activities, in close coordination with the project team.
• Develop regular, timely and complete monthly, quarterly, interim, annual, final narrative reports and maintain a high degree of consistency, accuracy, relevance, compliance with donor’s and Government guidelines.
• Propose and develop corrective actions & submitting amendments to the Program Coordinator when needed, ensuring program quality, timely submission of deliverables and compliance with local legislation, Tree of Life and donors’ procedures and contractual requirements.
• Support the management of financial, administrative, procurement and logistical aspects related to all activities under this role’s responsibility, including preparation of specific budgets.
• Monitor and coordinate expenditures vis a vis approved budget and financial plans.
• Support the preparation and the follow up of partner agreements and other agreements (Service Agreements, MoUs, consultants, etc.) and relevant documents.
• Facilitate the analysis of the job market after Covid and upgrade of the TVET program plan in the child Justice system.
• Conduct a needs assessment to gain clarity on what specific areas mentees need mentorship and coaching on.
• Coordinate with relevant government departments for the organization of trainings and joint development of new Tvet curricula as well as best practices in the facilitation of mentorship to vulnerable children and youth in conflict with the law.
• Facilitate the refurbishment of the TVET in the child Justice system through the identification, procurement and supply of equipment, goods and materials and the activation of new courses.
• Support the development and the implementation of reintegration initiatives with families and within local communities, in line with the organization’s and Government priorities.
• Support the drafting and the dissemination of position papers for children reintegration and youth empowerment and share them out with key stakeholders.
• Monitor the progress of the reintegration activities through follow-ups in families and communities together with the government officers.
• Facilitate the provision of a training, mentorship and professional guidance service to accompany the transition of young people towards independent living.
• Work with mentors/coaches to provide the skills and materials to continually improve, adapt, and cater trainings based on post-test performance data and information on individual performance gathered during coaching sessions.
• Support the preparation of budgets for the reintegration and mentorship component within the RISE project.
• Coordinate, in collaboration with the project team, the group of mentors located in the project’s target areas.
• In coordination with other partners, support to education and job placement for vulnerable girls and boys and in conflict with the law.
• Structure and monitor reintegration processes and procedures: follow-up of monitoring tools/templates to collect information from the field staff, etc.
• Participate in the implementation of the monitoring and evaluation plan of all project activities together with the project staff.
• Facilitate networking with other stakeholders active in the field of Education, Child Protection and Youth Empowerment, participate in meetings with Government Departments, relevant sectorial meetings, supporting the creation of linkages and partnerships with government, CSOs, UN agencies, donors, private entities and any other relevant actor.
• In coordination with the Regional Representative and the Program Coordinator, explore new program opportunities/development, build strategy for expansion of programs and grants portfolio.
• Contribute to the development and the preparation of feasibility studies, assessments, concept papers, project proposal development.
• Maintain an assets library, including case studies, best practices in reintegration and alternative family based care and publications of Tree of Life operations.
• Measure impact using metrics. This includes retention rate, skills acquisition, employability impact, and stakeholder feedback.
• Review and improve deliverables developed in the framework of the Tree of Life ongoing programs, such as manuals, guidelines, SOPs, Concept Notes, etc.
• Contribute to the development of mentorship-related documents, such as Fact sheets, Capability statements, Presentations-Ppt, Concept Notes, etc.
• Enhance stakeholders’ understanding on Tree of Life operations through dissemination of relevant education related information at national, regional, and international level.
• Any other duty as required by the supervisor in line with the post and relevant to the achievement of the Tree of Life objectives.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bachelor degree in Social work, Sociology or related discipline from a reputable University.
• Background knowledge on development issues and /or areas related to Care reforms, child justice and youth empowerment will be a strong asset.
• Knowledge of case management tools, Through Care Guidelines, AFC SoPs and guidelines, TVET standards, STEM, etc. will be an added value.
• Ability to work independently, suggest practical solutions and follow-up effectively on the management decisions.
• Good planning skills, pro-activity, creativity, and ability to meet the established deadlines.
• Good organizational and facilitating skills for the coaching sessions
• Ability to build key relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong understanding of the humanitarian and development context in Kenya and East Africa
• Computer skills (Microsoft office word, excel, etc.).
• Excellent spoken and written English and Swahili.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarise complex information in clear, non-specialist language.
• Confident in managing multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Motivated by our vision of creating a world where everyone is an educator, and where Children are the key actors of human and social development, being a faithful reflection of the past, present and future of the growth process.

Other Skills Required

• Honesty and strong ethics are required in order to be successful in this position.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn - open to learning new ways of doing things.
• Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, participatory approach and sustainable development.
• Planning and management skills.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience in the youth empowerment sector and working with vulnerable children
• Experience in mentoring and coaching, and in the empowerment of vulnerable groups.
• Proven track record of creating linkages with Government agencies, learning institutions, civil society organizations and private sector stakeholders.
• Previous experiences in NGOs and donor-funded programs.
• Proven experience in planning and organizing mentorship sessions.
• Experience of working with diverse teams, as well as ability to work with partners using effective interpersonal and communication skills

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Summary of the role:

The Logistician/Driver will oversee the logistics of the organization and support in country transport of staff for field activities as well as office related activities; manage logistics planning, and procurement. Liaise with project teams to ensure trainings/workshops and field activities are carried out smoothly, work closely with administration team to ensure that the procurement processes are carried out in line with donor procedures.

The logistician should conduct and contribute to the in country assessment in matters of security and traffic regulations to ensure compliance of the organization and safety of staff during field missions.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for driving project vehicles and transport staff in different locations in Kenya as needed.
• Fill out mileage logbook, vehicle maintenance and fuel record sheet.
• At all-time ensure safe driving and safety of the passengers and cargo, following up the traffic rules.
• Ensure compliance of traffic rules at all times.
• Maintain vehicles in good conditions.
• Load and download vehicle safety.
• Perform minor maintenance of the vehicles when required.
• Responsible for the security of the vehicles and luggage on board.
• Responsible for the security of the passengers and staff.
• Managing Inventory: Permanent assets, Inventory i.e. vehicles, computers and Consumable
• Assist in all procurement processes and procedures.
• Managing and recording the use of vehicles spares and repairs.
• Keeping daily record of vehicle movement while indicating fuel consumption – indicating movement between locations.
• Ensuring the vehicle, check validity of insurance.
• Checking suppliers contracts, deadlines and renewals.
• Maintaining vehicle cleanness and in serviceable condition all the time.
• Supporting in planning and preparation of trainings, workshops, events, etc.
• Support the maintenance of the office.
• Any other duty as required by the line manager commensurate with the post.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Diploma and above in Management, Procurement: Supplies management, Logistics management, Economics or other related fields of study.
• Must possess a valid and active BCE class driving license.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft office word, excel, etc); good command of arithmetic concepts.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Good command of English and English Language; Good communication skills (both written and oral) in English and Swahili.
• Data handling skill.
• Good analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail and determination to meet deadlines.

Other Skills Required

• Honesty and strong ethics are required in order to be successful in this position.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility, availability to work depending on the organization’s needs.
• Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn - open to learning new ways of doing things.
• Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, participatory approach and sustainable development.
• Planning and management skills.
• Pro-active and results oriented, and friendly.

Experience

• A minimum of 3 years related work experience as a logistician/driver, 2 of which should be in an NGO set up: training on supply chain management, logistics management, planning, and other related topics.
• Experience of working with diverse teams and multicultural environment, as well as ability to work with partners using effective interpersonal and communication skills.

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Summary of the role:

The Education Manager will facilitate implementation of the Tree of Life education strategies aimed at strengthening the structures and competences of government institutions for the provision of inclusive, participatory and up-to-date educational services in support of vulnerable children and children in conflict with the law in collaboration with local stakeholders.

The candidate will be also responsible for operationalizing the RISE project’s education component, in collaboration with relevant government agencies and in compliance with all donor guidelines.

He/she will facilitate the upgrading of schools to meet government standards as well as provision of a training program targeting teachers and government officers leading to eventual piloting for enhancing the reintegration of children within the context of the Educative Communities

Role and Responsibilities:

• Manage the development and the delivering of a coherent Education strategy for the RISE project, with consistent work plans, ensuring internal / external alignment.
• Implement the education component of the RISE project with all the related activities, as per project objectives, Logical Framework, work plan and budget approved by the donor.
• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of all activities related to the Education component of the RISE project, ensuring the smooth running of the action, tracking progress on activities and the achievement of the indicators indicated in the Logical Framework, as well as assessing and evaluating impact.
• Prepare adequate work and implementation plans of the activities, in close coordination with the project team.
• Develop regular, timely and complete monthly, quarterly, interim, annual, final narrative reports and maintain a high degree of consistency, accuracy, relevance, compliance with donor’s and Government guidelines.
• Propose and develop corrective actions & submitting amendments to the Program Coordinator when needed, ensuring program quality, timely submission of deliverables and compliance with local legislation, Tree of Life and donors’ procedures and contractual requirements.
• Support the management of financial, administrative, procurement and logistical aspects related to all activities under this role’s responsibility, including preparation of education budgets.
• Monitor and coordinate expenditures vis a vis approved budget and financial plans.
• Support the preparation and the follow up of partner agreements and other agreements (Service Agreements, MoUs, consultants, etc.) and relevant documents.
• Develop, organize and implement training initiatives, schools’ upgrade and equipping within the project and ensuring alignment with the education priorities of the organization.
• Coordinate, liaise with relevant government departments for the organization of trainings, activities and joint development of best practices in the provision of education to vulnerable children and children in conflict with the law.
• Support the development and the implementation of education and protection initiatives within local communities.
• Work together with a technical partner in the definition, implementation and development of an M&E system of all training programs on the application of the knowledge transferred to teachers and Government staff, and the impact on the student learning outcomes.
• Contribute to the development of trainings’ initial & final assessments and evaluations, the issuing of certificates, the organization of initial and final analysis and FGD on sample of beneficiaries for initial and final Skills assessment survey through questionnaires, inclusive of report of the FGDs.
• Participate in the implementation of the monitoring and evaluation plan of all project activities together with the project staff.
• Facilitate networking with other stakeholders active in the field of Education and Child Protection, participate in meetings with Government Departments, relevant sectorial meetings, supporting the creation of linkages and partnerships with government, CSOs, UN agencies, donors, private entities and any other relevant actor.
• Support the drafting and the dissemination of position papers for education, properly document the achievements and lessons of the project activities and share them out with key stakeholders for feedback and come up with final papers.
• Together with a technical partner, develop the content of the training on inclusion, organize the online and physical trainings, ensure the participation of teachers and staff of the institutions, and the subsequent follow up in schools and institutions.
• Create and schedule content for education support online and offline: document results and best practices including compiling impact stories, lessons learned and other learning materials in collaboration with institutions of higher learning.
• Structure and monitor learning processes and procedures: follow-up of monitoring tools/templates to collect information from the field staff, etc.
• Maintain an education assets library, including case studies, best practices in Alternative learning and publications of Tree of Life operations.
• Review and improve deliverables developed in the framework of the Tree of Life educational ongoing programs, such as manuals, guidelines, SOPs, Concept Notes, etc.
• In coordination with the Regional Representative and the Program Coordinator, explore new program opportunities/development, build strategy for expansion of programs and grants portfolio.
• Contribute to the development and the preparation of feasibility studies, assessments, concept papers, project proposal development.
• Any other duty as required by the supervisor in line with the post and relevant to the achievement of the Tree of Life objectives.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bachelor degree in education or related discipline from a reputable University.
• Knowledgeable in the content and practice of the Competency Based Curriculum, inclusive education and global citizenship.
• Background knowledge on development issues and /or areas related to Child Protection, child justice and Education will be a strong asset.
• Ability to work independently, suggest practical solutions and follow-up effectively on the management decisions.
• Good planning skills, pro-activity, creativity, and ability to meet the established deadlines.
• Good organizational and facilitating skills for the training sessions
• Ability to build key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, contractors and consultants.
• Strong understanding of the humanitarian and development context in Kenya and East Africa
• Computer skills (Microsoft office word, excel, etc.).
• Excellent spoken and written English and swahili.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarise complex information in clear, non-specialist language.
• Confident in managing multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Motivated by our vision of creating a world where everyone is an educator, and where Children are the key actors of human and social development, being a faithful reflection of the past, present and future of the growth process.

Other Skills Required

• Honesty and strong ethics are required in order to be successful in this position.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn - open to learning new ways of doing things.
• Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, participatory approach and sustainable development.
• Planning and management skills.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience in the education sector and working with vulnerable children.
• Experience in implementing different learning methodologies and development of educational tools and training Curriculums.
• Previous experiences in NGOs and donor-funded programs.
• Proven track record of collaborating with Government agencies, learning institutions, civil society organizations and private sector stakeholders
• Proven experience in planning and organizing training activities.
• Experience of working with diverse teams, as well as ability to work with partners using effective interpersonal and communication skills.