Open Roles at Youth Agenda (YAA)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, review and use of programme monitoring and data collection tools.
• Support the collection, entry, cleaning and management of programme data.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date programme databases and MEAL records.
• Support programme teamsin tracking project indicators, targets, outputs and outcomes.
• Conduct routine data quality checks to identify inconsistencies, gaps and errors.
• Support field monitoring visits, surveys, assessments and other data collection activities.
• Administer digital and physical data collection tools asrequired.
• Assist in analysing programme data and preparing basic tables, summaries and visualisations.
• Support the preparation of programme, donor and internal monitoring reports.
• Support documentation of lessons learned, good practices, success stories and emerging programme findings.
• Assist in tracking feedback, complaints and responsesin accordance with YAA procedures.
• Support programme teams to use monitoring findings to strengthen implementation and decision-making.
• Undertake field travel within Kenya to support monitoring, data collection and programme activities when required.
• Perform any other MEAL-related duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• Applicants should possess:
• A Diploma or degree in Monitoring and Evaluation or a related field.
• Previous professional experience of at least 3 years in practical experience in monitoring, research, data collection or programme support will be an added advantage.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to undertake field travel within Kenya for monitoring, data collection and programme activities.
• Commitment to confidentiality, ethical data management and responsible handling of programme and participant information.
• Familiarity with KoboToolbox or other digital data collection platforms will be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with Google Forms, Google Sheets, Power BI, SPSS, R, Stata or other data management, analysis and visualisation tools will be an added advantage.
• Experience supporting surveys, assessments, research, field-based data collection or MEAL databases will be an added advantage.
• Experience working with youth-focused, governance, development or civil society programmes will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn, adapt to new tools and work in a dynamic programme environment.

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Position Summary

• The Driver will be responsible for providing safe, timely, and professional transportation services for the organisation.
• The Driver will also support field activities and other organizational operations, ensure the proper maintenance and safe operation of the assigned vehicle, maintain accurate vehicle records, and comply with all applicable traffic and road safety requirements.
• The successful candidate should have a clean driving record, good knowledge of Nairobi and other parts of Kenya, and demonstrated experience driving a manual vehicle.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport YAA staff and other authorized persons to meetings, programme activities, field engagements, and other destinations as assigned.
• Drive organizational vehicles responsibly and in accordance with Kenyan traffic laws and road safety regulations.
• Conduct routine checks of the vehicle before use and promptly report mechanical,safety, or other faults.
• Ensure that the assigned vehicle is kept clean, secure, and in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks and records of journeys, mileage, fuel consumption, and other relevant information.
• Monitor fuel levels and support timely refuelling of the vehicle as required.
• Ensure that vehicle documentation, including insurance, inspection, and otherstatutory requirements, remains valid and report upcoming renewals to the supervisor.
• Coordinate and follow up on routine vehicle servicing and maintenance as directed.
• Report accidents, incidents, mechanical problems, or other issues involving the vehicle immediately to the supervisor.
• Perform any other duties related to transportation and logistics as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess:

• KCSE certificate or equivalent qualification.
• A valid Kenyan driving licence, Class B, with authorization to drive the vehicle assigned by YAA.
• At least five (5) years of active driving experience.
• Demonstrated experience driving a manual vehicle.
• A valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Possession of certificate of defensive driving is an added advantage
• A clean and responsible driving record.
• Good knowledge of Nairobi and major roads and routesin Kenya.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and the ability to identify and report common mechanical or safety issues.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.