Oxfam International
Job title: Southern Engagement &
Influencing Lead, Inequality Campaign
One year fixed-term contract
(with possibility of extension)
Based in: Nairobi (preferred)
(subject to being able to establish a contract of employment)
Oxfam International is an
equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity within the workplace.
One person in three in the
world lives in poverty. Oxfam is determined to change that world by mobilizing
the power of people against poverty.
Around the world, Oxfam
works to find practical, innovative ways for people to lift themselves out of
poverty and thrive.
We save lives and help
rebuild livelihoods when crisis strikes. And we campaign so that the voices of
the poor influence the local and global decisions that affect them. In all we
do, Oxfam works with partner organizations and alongside vulnerable women and
men to end the injustices that cause poverty.
This post will be part of
the OI Secretariat, and Oxfam’s Inequality (Even It Up!) Campaign Team, which
operates remotely across the globe.
In October 2015, Oxfam
launched a new monumental global campaign to end economic inequality. Even It
Up is currently active across 30+ countries worldwide, of which over half are
in the global south.
We are looking for an
exceptional senior campaigner to provide crucial leadership and support to the
engagement of campaigns teams from the global south in the Even It Up campaign
– ensuring momentum, resourcing and alignment between the global to regional
and national objectives and strategies, and across Oxfam teams.
The successful candidate
will contribute significantly to the ongoing power analysis and strategic
direction of the campaign, and provide leadership and oversight on key global
campaign projects and activities.
The successful applicant
will have extensive experience with building and implementing dynamic and
successful campaigns and advocacy strategies at the global level and in the
global south, as well as a strong understanding of principles for successful
influencing of political and private sector targets in the global south specifically.
S/he will have keen
leadership skills, with an ability to lead and navigate complex group dynamics
to build collaborative relationships and to lead the development and
implementation of large projects.
Fluency in English
required. French and Spanish fluency would be advantageous to the post holder.
If you would like to apply
for this job please do so via our website using the following link: http://www.oxfam.org/en/jobs/secretariat
Closing date: August 6th 2015 17:00 BST
Interviews: w/c 17th August
Campaigns and Media Officer
Nairobi with frequent
travel throughout Somalia
Full time
Contract period: 1 year with the possibility
for extension
Based in Nairobi Kenya
Are you a creative,
dynamic, and passionate advocate for Somalia?
Oxfam is looking for an
outstanding individual to fill the newly created position of Campaigns and
Media Officer in our Somalia team, where you will spearhead activism and
campaigns, lead Oxfam’s efforts to engage the media, and maintain Oxfam’s
position as one of the leading NGOs in Somalia.
The Role: In practice, this means you
will be expected to build strong relationships with key media targets
consistently to deliver high quality media coverage in Somalia and
internationally.
Your campaigning efforts—online and off—will build and promote the initiatives and ideas of our Somali partners, and the desires and needs of Somali communities and individuals.
You will also need to be able to negotiate within a large networked organisation and across coalitions to ensure that Oxfam affiliates worldwide engage in and deliver on Somalia media and campaigns work.
The Person: If you have an exceptional understanding of Somalia, a knack or conceiving and working on your own initiatives, an address book packed with media contacts, flawless communication skills in English and Somali, ability to use social media for impact, and a passion for achieving changes for the good, this is the perfect job for you.
Refer to the job description onlinehttps://sumus.oxfam.org/node/174085 and apply with your CV and a letter of motivation to somalijobs@oxfam.org.uk by: 14 August 2015
Note: This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not apply.
Job Title: Associate Director of
Institutional Funding
Location: Oxford, Nairobi (UK, Kenya)
Type of Contract: Approximately 2 years if
based in UK (Possible subsequent relocation to Nairobi in line with the
requirements of the role.)
Reference: OXFAM-ADIF
Oxfam International is an
equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity within the workplace.
Oxfam is an international confederation of 17 organizations working together with partners and local communities in more than 90 countries.
One person in three in the
world lives in poverty. Oxfam is determined to change that world by mobilizing
the power of people against poverty.
Job Purpose: The Associate Director of
Institutional Funding will manage the institutional funding function within the
OI secretariat so as to support the confederation to grow Oxfam income and
partnerships at global level in order to resource their program strategy.
The post holder will be
expected to work across the confederation of OI affiliates in achieving the
global strategy and be the primary link for institutional fundraising in the
confederation’s global fundraising architecture.
Key Responsibilities
The post-holder will be
responsible for the following areas: Change management, Resource mobilization
strategies, Functional leadership in the confederation, Team management, Donor
account management, Capacity building, Systems development, Learning and
development strategies, Investments in resource mobilization, Budget
responsibilities:
Key Competencies
·
Demonstrated ability to devise and implement organizational
resource mobilization strategies at scale and plans for measuring
effectiveness.
·
Track record of success in developing successful partnerships and
proposals with institutional donors.
·
Demonstrable experience of developing and implementing
organizational level capacity building initiatives to deliver business
improvements.
·
Knowledge or experience of strategic investments on behalf of
collective stakeholders in order to deliver financial benefits.
·
Track record of managing teams with responsibility for resource
mobilization activities.
·
Track record of experience in external representation at a
senior level with bilateral donors, multilateral agencies, and international
foundations.
Fluency in English required and competence in French and/or
Spanish is desirable.
How to Apply
For more information on how
to apply and for a full Job Description please refer to
http://www.missiontalent.com/en/positions/OXFAM-ADIF/
http://www.missiontalent.com/en/positions/OXFAM-ADIF/
Applications must be
addressed to Mission Talent via email to applications@missiontalent.com stating
OXFAM-ADIF/+your surname in the subject line.
Closing Date: 20th August 2015
Call for Consultancy
Monitoring, Evaluation,
Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Consultancy
Make a difference, where it
really counts
Community Driven Livelihood
and Food Security Initiatives (CLFSI) Phase 2 Project
Oxfam is seeking an
outstanding firm to undertake a MEAL, project audit and process documentation
for CLFSI project in Lower and Middle juba.
The Role: To undertake comprehensive audit / study on implementation processes, monitor progress, document lesson learnt, best practices, human success stories and evaluate impact of the project with keen focus on gender, community capacities including project committees involvements as well as impact of the project on the environment.
The consultant will
required to conceptualize the project documents in order to qualify whether the
process is in line with expectations and addressing community food security and
livelihoods needs.
The person/firm
A degree in Economics,
Agriculture Economics, Rural Development, Development Studies, community
development, Food Security, Sociology or a related field.
Prior experience in
undertaking Food Security and Livelihoods studies, project process audit
monitoring, evaluations, accountability and documentation of lessons and best
practices in Somalia particularly in Middle and Lower Juba will be strongly
preferred.
Good quantitative and qualitative data analysis and written communication skills. Excellent Analytical and report writing and presentation skills.
Please find the detailed ToR attached in this link:http://bit.ly/1IkpFdT
How to apply:
This is an opportunity for
experienced and highly motivated professionals, with a strong commitment to
Oxfam’s values and beliefs.
If you believe you are the
ideal firm/candidate, look at the full TOR and submit your application to
somaliajobs@oxfam.org.uk
The closing date: 11th August 2015.
Regional Programme Quality Lead
Level C1
Contract type: 18 months Fixed Term
Salary: Competitive
To be based in Nairobi Kenya
Poverty isn’t inevitable.
It’s just plain wrong that’s why at Oxfam we fight poverty at its roots, with
simple, smart solutions.
We combine emergency
response work, long-term development programmes and campaigning for lasting
change.
The Horn, East, and Central
Africa (HECA) Region is the largest region within Oxfam, covering 8 countries,
including Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, Democratic Republic of
Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda.
The Regional Centre is based
in Nairobi. We have a mandate to provide leadership and support to the Oxfam
country programmes across the region in delivering their strategies within the
context of programme quality, and efficiency.
The Role: This role reports to the
Regional Director – HECA and you will be the main point of reference in the
region, to maintain oversight and provide strategic leadership on Oxfam GB’s
ability to deliver effectively in the area of Programme Quality Management
(PQM) in HECA region, including evidence-based programme design, Monitoring,
Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL), Programme Cycle Management
(PCM) and partnership management.
You will build a culture of
high quality programme delivery and evidence-based programme design and
management in HECA by collaborating closely with, and influencing, members of
the Regional Leadership and Management Teams to deliver effectively on Oxfam’s
standards for programme quality management and the goals of the HECA
Vision.
The role leads
implementation of HECA strategies for enhancing programme quality in country
and regional programmes, in line with the objectives and ambition of the Oxfam
Strategic Plan (OSP) and minimum standards.
You will monitor and
coordinate country and Regional Centre implementation of Mandatory Procedures
for programme planning and reporting at country and regional levels including
Country Annual Plans, Programme Implementation Plans (PIPs), Country Annual
Reports, Programme Monitoring Reviews, Programme Quality Reviews, Quarterly
Monitoring Reports (QMR), Global Effectiveness Review and Global Output
Reporting.
What we are looking for
To be successful in this
role, you will have a degree or Masters in developmental studies or relevant
field.
It is essential that you
have in-depth experience in Programme Quality Management, coupled with
excellent understanding of a broad range of programme quality issues,
especially around Programme Development and Design, Theories of Change, MEAL,
Project Cycle Management and Partnership Management.
You will have proven
success in identifying and co-creating strategic initiatives to collectively
improve programmes in HECA.
You will have strong
influencing skills especially in dealing with country management teams and
advisers coupled with the ability to play a key role within the regional
leadership team and the Regional Management Team.
Excellent written and
verbal communication skills in English to motivate, influence and negotiate
both internally and externally, as well as ability to travel up to 50% of the
time from the regional base, are essential parts of the role.
How to Apply
This is a challenging
opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong
commitment to Oxfam’s values and beliefs.
If you believe you are the
candidate we are looking for, please download the full job profile and apply
online using this link:http://bit.ly/1egh3IW submit your cover
letter and CV in English detailing your experience for the post and include
daytime telephone contacts.
The closing date: 14th August 2015.
Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted
We are committed to
ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.
