Career Opportunities at Adeso

Project: Disasters and Emergencies Preparedness Program (DEPP)

Position Type: Consultancy Assignment For End of Project Evaluation

Study/Assessment Topic: Final Project Evaluation

Position Location: Nairobi, Garissa, Marsabit, Kenya

Duration: Twenty-Five (25) Days

Reporting To: Project Director - DEPP Lab

Working With: MEAL Officer And DEPP Lab Program Team

Vacancy Contact: Please send applications to consultancy@adesoafrica.org – Adeso will only respond to short-listed applicants.

PROJECT SUMMARY

Adeso is leading in the implementation of Disasters and Emergencies Preparedness Program (DEPP) Innovation Lab, a 22 month project under the AIM (Adeso, iHub MasterCard) Consortium. The objective of this program is to increase preparedness and resilience of disaster-prone communities in Garissa and Marsabit counties of Kenya by drawing on their deep knowledge of pastoralist and coping with drought disasters.

The Consortium has formed Maarifa Kona community innovations labs in Garissa and Marsabit where rural communities are using the labs to research and develop their ideas for preparing against drought. Selected community innovators are also able to prototype and incubate their innovations which could be scaled for commercialization. It is from this background that a number of community innovators are engaged with the labs to refine and prototype their ideas.

SCOPE OF THE ASSESSMENT

Adeso is seeking an established and qualified consultant(s) or consultancy firm carrying out to conduct Final Project evaluation of the DEPP innvoation labs program. This project is being implemented in the counties of Garissa and Marsait. The program started in July 2017 and will end in June 2019.

The consultancy is for a period of 20 days which is expected to start in May 2019. The consultancy will include desk review work, field data collection, data analysis and report writing. The consultant will be expected to travel to the 2 counties of program implementation, namely Garissa and Marsabit.

The outcomes and findings of the assessment will be useful to determine the way forward for engagement, strategic decisions and project implementation in the project areas.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES THE ASSESSMENT

The purpose of this review of the DEPP project is to assess the progress and achievements of the program, to identify and document lessons learnt (including lessons that might improve design, process and implementation of the DEPP project) and to provide recommendations for future similar interventions. The assessment is expected to serve as a means of validating or filling the gaps in the initial assessment of relevance, effectiveness and efficiency obtained from monitoring activities.The assessment will serve as an opportunity for DEPP project management team to take stock of project progress and the extent to which the project has achieved its objectives.

Tasks:

• To gather data from sample project innovators and the Key informants from the community that can be used to assess the impact of the project and innovations to the community
• Assess the extent to which needs assessment, response analysis, intervention strategies, research, accountability, monitoring and evaluation were met considering level of appropriateness.
• To analyse and assess the impact of the project in project areas and document differences in existing practices in relation to the new way of intervention.
• To analyse and document lessons learnt and best practices on the innovation process, project engagement with the innovators and community in the project areas in relation to targeting criteria, and impact of project on the community and other variables.
  METHODOLOGY AND PROCESS
• The methodology will be further reviewed by the consultant. The consultant is expected to use triangulation of data methodologies that would facilitate extraction of critical information necessary to provide answers to the assessment questions. The following are expected to be considered while developing evaluation methodology.
• Literature review of different secondary data and reports about innovations and innovation processes.
• Review of existing reports and other project related documents.
• Presentation on evaluation methodology to programme team and modify the changes in methodology based on the feedbacks.
• Develop data collection tools and framework to guide the process of data collection.
• The assessment is expected to cover regions of Nairobi, Marsabit and Garissa in Kenya, where the Innovation project is being implemented.
• The Adeso field teams working on ground are available to support basic data collection with appropriate guidance and training.
• The Consultant should submit detailed work plan for the stipulated period of consultancy assignment.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The following key issues need to be addressed by the assessors under the following criteria. The present list however is not exhaustive and additional issues might come up during the mission.

• Relevance (including coherence and the appropriateness of project objectives to the problems that it was supposed to address, and to the physical and policy environment within which it operated)
  • Appropriateness of the design towards community and human centered approach used to meet the specified goal and objectives of the project;
  • Relevance of the targeting approach to reach the vulnerable households
  • The consistency of the project planning and response in implementation.
• Effectiveness (assess the contribution from the project results and how assumptions have affected the project) in relation to:
  • Project design as the best approach to achieving the set objectives;
  • Effectiveness of beneficiary targeting and selection criteria used to reach the most vulnerable;
  • Number of participants reached within the different components of the project (broken down by gender)
  • Capacity building and behavior change activities success rate
  • To what extent did the external assumptions in the proposal hold true and how well were the mitigating measures put into use?
  • Document lessons learned by the project so far. What are the lessons learned and how can this knowledge is used for the remaining project period? Which were the best practices?
  • Assess the possible intended or unintended outcomes and impact.
• Impact (the effect of the project on its wider environment, and its contribution to the wider objectives summarized in the project overall objective)
  • Result 1: Develop innovations/process that will strengthen disaster-prone communities’ resilience and preparedness to drought-related disasters and effects.
  • Result 2: Labs have found suitable innovators from within their target community and able to influence innovations for succesful scaling potential
  • Result 3: Community members have participated in the design process and now have capacity and desire to innovate/ think about innovation.
  • Result 4: Labs has facilitate useful external engagement (formal or informal partnerships (i.e. mentors) for innovators and also Innovation labs that provide useful services to innovators
  • Result 5: There is increased learning across lab to contribute to the humanitarian sector and development programs in general.
• Sustainability (the likelihood of a continuation in the stream of benefits produced by the project)
  • Design of the project in relation to sustainability;
  • Sustainability of project output;
  • Assessment of the effectiveness of measures taken to ensure project achievements are not lost and provide suggestions for improving the sustainability of the project.
  • Ownership of objectives and achievements: to what extent were the stakeholders consulted and involved in defining the objectives, the selection process for activities and project participants, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Institutional capacity:
  • Assess the degree of commitment of stakeholders, the measures taken to strengthen their capacity and suggest improvement for the future
  • Assess the appropriateness of the institution strengthening methods applied.
    POSSIBLE FIELD WORK

The consultant(s) will prepare an evaluation schedule to operationalize and direct the assessment for the stipulated period of consultancy assignment. The work plan will describe how the assessment will be carried out, bringing refinements, strategy, specificity and elaboration to the terms of reference.

Consultant(s) will need to provide his/her own travel insurance and the same will be applicable to personnel independently deployed for data collection.

DELIVERABLES

• Initial work plan and inception report for the assessment and presentation to programme team on the evaluation methodology and process of data collection.
• Final plans and data collection tools for approval by the program team
• Interim progress report with preliminary analysis and observations to programme quality team for feedback and comments.
• Presentation of evaluation findings for final consensus building.
• Final evaluation report for external circulation after approval by program director and heads of program.
  MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION
• The consultant will report to the M&E focal point and will work closely with programme team and field programme teams.

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE CONSULTANT

• Master degree in monitoring and evaluation, economics, development studies or social sciences and other areas relevant for the assignment.
• At least seven years of relevant professional work in social research or undertaking related studies.
• Extensive experience in undertaking outcome and impact evaluation of social innovation projects and experience of conducting studies business start-ups innovations in humanitarian context.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of emergency programming approaches and related to Disaster emergencies preparedness its linkages.
• Extensive experience in working with INGOs and local NGOs, local authorities and communities.
• Demonstrated analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent knowledge of English and Swahili.

CONSULTANCY PERIOD

The evaluation shall be completed within a period of 30 days. The final report is expected to be finalized by the within the specified 20 days more consultations may be done on call when need basis via call up to 30th June 2019.

COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

In consideration of the fees paid, the Consultant expressly assigns to Adeso any copyright arising from the works the consultant produces while executing this contract. All images (whether used for online or print purposes) must however bear the consultant’s photo credit, as specified by international intellectual property rights. The consultant may not use, reproduce or otherwise disseminate or authorize others to use, reproduce or disseminate such works without prior consent from Adeso.

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Reporting To: Program Manager and Executive Director

Working With: Programs Team and Executive Director’s Office

Program/ Duty Station: Open (Washington, DC, or Nairobi, Kenya) This is a local position and all candidates must prove work authorization for preferred duty station.

Duration: 1 Year, renewable

POSITION SUMMARY

Adeso’s Communications Team is responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the Adeso Communications Strategy. This includes defining and formulating key messages and proof points to broaden the understanding of Adeso’s unique, people centered and participatory program approach amongst stakeholders across the humanitarian and development sector, governments, donors and the media.

S/he will work with colleagues to support the communications efforts of Adeso’s program teams; and s/he will support the organization’s growth. S/he will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that Adeso communications enable and accelerate the system-level change envisaged in Adeso’s strategic goals.

We are looking for a Digital Content & Communications Intern with a breadth of knowledge in PR, social media, marketing, web, running and managing campaigns and e-communications with plenty of room and interest in innovation, challenges and learning. This opportunity requires the ability to coordinate, research, and create content (i.e., social media, donor communications, impact stories, program updates, etc.) for a variety of audiences including, donors, media, the general public, internal staff, and program partners among others. The position will specifically be responsible for leading the daily management of social media and online communications and marketing activities for multiple online platforms.

The successful candidate will have a talent for writing and a willingness to engage in projects ranging from writing, editing, proofreading, and leveraging social media and blogs-across several different publications while juggling multiple deadlines and priorities. The desired candidate will exude passion and a driving desire for excellence in all they do. The candidate will also be expected to be a strategic thinker who understands how social media is a vital part of a larger, integrated digital marketing strategy including SEO, Analytics, Email Marketing, and building a culture of constant testing and refinement.

POSITION PURPOSE

Increase Adeso’s online visibility, voice, and influence;

Run and manage fundraising, support business development and communication through a variety of tools, techniques and resources – including media pitching, ongoing website presence , promotional materials;

Lead and manage social media fundraising campaigns.

SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Social Media & Fundraising Management
• Develop and execute social media strategies to leverage editorial content across a variety of channels as well drive reader engagement
• Manage Adeso’s current social media accounts;
• Assess Adeso’s current social media presence and determine which new channels offer the best opportunity to increase the organization’s online presence;
• Set targets for increasing Adeso’s visibility and reach via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other selected social networking sites;
• Analyze and optimize monthly social engagement analytics and ad performance on all platforms;
• Monitor monthly social performance ensuring the yearly goals are met or exceeded;
• Maintain a list of all social media accounts log-in information and always make sure HQ has the most up-to-date information; and,
• Develop and implement social media campaigns, including use of paid advertisements.
• Develop and manage online fundraising campaigns using Facebook, Gofundme, Globalgiving, and more.
  Content Development and Editorial Support
• Develop and maintain overall content strategy and standards for voice and tone for digital communications;
• Provide frameworks and guidance to support colleagues in their promotional and messaging work, in line with the Communications Strategy;
• Maintain and help to evolve the voice of web communications; research, write and edit SEO-rich, grammatically accurate content for Adeso’s website, e-mails and social media, taking a proactive approach to improve our communications and brand across all online channels;
• Edit and disseminate Adeso case studies and success stories to maximize their use;
• Support the writing and editing of Adeso’s publications, including the upcoming 25th anniversary Impact Report;
• Promote Adeso in relevant media and network spaces and manage the production and delivery of appropriate outreach material, including key publications such as the annual report.
• Beyond these specific responsibilities, the Communications Intern is expected to collaborate on activities as agreed upon with the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Development to support the delivery of the Strategic Plan and Fundraising Strategy.
  Other
• Develop and promote communication tools and resources to use in their external activities, in order to secure a consistent external Adeso message, and optimize the communications power of Adeso.
• Copyediting, edit, review, and mark documents to ensure correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and usage. Impose a consistent style while querying or correcting inconsistencies, flagging and checking head levels and callouts for graphics or notes, cross-checking in-text references, and styling reference lists or bibliographies.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members, and other units across the organization
• Any other duty as may be assigned

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Journalism or related field;
• 1-2 years’ work experience in communications and marketing;
• 1-2 years professional experience w/ Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, with proven results on impacting Key Performance Indicators of an organization;
• Expertise and experience leveraging social media communication channels to provide a compelling and inspired sense of an organization's mission to a broad range of audiences;
• Experience with HTML coding, email distribution tools and content management systems;
• Knowledge of social media management & analytics tools such as SproutSocial, Buffer, Hootsuite, SocialBro, TweetDeck, Followerwonk, Sprinklr, Facebook Insights, Twitter Analytics, Pinterest Analytics, etc.;
• Experience with social media design tools such as Canva, PicMonkey, Pagemodo, Piktochart, Infogr.am,
• etc.;
• Understanding how social media plays a role within a larger digital marketing team to contribute to a unified vision of campaigns;
• Passionate learner and self-starter. You should be comfortable owning your projects and have a ‘learner focused’ mindset. You have a propensity to take action, learn from your mistakes, and bring a wealth of knowledge to the team;
• Excellent written and spoken English is essential, as well as a critical eye for editing and grammar;
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect for diversity;

Bonus: Experience working within a humanitarian or development context and working on international donor -funded projects.

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Reporting To: Executive Director and Country Manager

Working Closely With: Programs Team in Somalia, Program Quality Development Unit in Nairobi

Program/Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya and Hargeisa, Somalia

Duration: One (1) Year

Starting Date: Immediately

POSITION SUMMARY

Adeso is seeking to fill the following position of Program development Support assistant intern. The position holder will assist the Executive Director and Country Manager to coordinates the Design, development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and administration of humanitarian relief and development programs in line with the organization strategy. The assistant would contribute to the preparation and reviewing of concept papers, proposals, and other funding opportunities for new projects/ programs in Adeso’s operations in Kenya and Somalia. The job holder will also work with the program managers and country team on the internal and external reports and the provision of high quality documentations.

SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The program development Assistant will work with the Head of Programs and the country program team in designing, developing new business and coordinating with the country teams. The role will include drafting of concept notes, proposal writing and performing background research. The assistant will also be required to work closely with the program technical team, and the program design and quality unit and may be asked to lead proposal writing under the guidance of EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR and country team.
• Supporting the Head of Programs in program management and communication including drafting regular internal and external communications, taking minutes of meeting, organizing appointments for Executive Director and taking responsibility for logistics for meetings and events, and following up with key project team members to ensure that the team is making progress against deadlines etc.
• In liaison with Executive Director work with the program team, in the production of high quality programs documentations –internal and external reports.
• Manage electronic resources, files and databases needed for program management and business development systems for the Executive Director. Maintain file for each grant with regular update filing on the progress and outcomes (assessment reports, studies, donor correspondences and external reports)
• Assist in organizing, reviewing and coordinating the various field request such as financial, procurement and programs for Executive Director processing and approval. As needed draft memoranda of understanding, development of teaming agreements, and other institutional agreements under the guidance of the Executive Director.
• Help in setting up of meetings, monthly calls, taking notes, keeping track of key challenges and action points. Supporting the coordination and preparations of the Head of Departments meeting, the quarterly program review meetings, and monthly senior management meeting among others.
• Supporting the preparation of speeches, presentations and other communication materials for the Executive Director as needed.
• Undertaking any other assignments, as may be determined by the Executive Director

STIPEND AND BENEFITS

A stipend plus housing allowance will be provided while in Nairobi and field offices.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree or its international equivalent in international development, or related field.
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable
• Ability to deliver high quality documentation paying attention to details
• Native English speaker with excellent writing and analytical skills. Ability to write clearly and concisely is a requirement.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Willing to learn and strong interest in program management and new business development. Strong and demonstrated program/project management skills.
• Ability to prepare reports and provide information to management in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, positive manner with diverse clients and staff.
• Demonstrated writing and editing experience.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction.