Vacancy Announcement: Information&Communication Technology for Development Projects Coordinator- SOS Children’s Villages International (SOS CVI)

June 27, 2022

About SOS Children’s Villages International

SOS Children’s Villages International (SOS CVI) is non-governmental and non-denominational organization working with communities, partners and states to ensure that the rights of all children are fulfilled in every society. SOS CVI is a global federation working to protect and care for children who have lost parental care, or who stand at risk of losing the care. We respect all religions and cultures and work with trusted partners in places where we can contribute to social development. Everything we do is made possible through the generous support of sponsors and donors, institutional and corporate partners, and loyal friends worldwide.

Envisioning that every child belongs to a family and grows up with love, respect and security, we exist to build families for children in need, we help them shape their own futures, and we share in the development of their communities. Everything we do is guided by the firm belief that no child should grow up alone and that we need to improve care for children who are at risk, enabling them to overcome precarious conditions and to succeed in life. Our core values guiding who we are and what we do include courage to take action, commitment to keep our promises, trust to believe in each other, and accountability to be reliable Partners. SOS CVI Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESAF) would like to recruit to fill the following vacant position within its ICT function.

Position title: ICT for Development Projects Coordinator

Working location: Nairobi, Kenya

Reports to: Regional ICT Director, ESAF

Region: East and Southern Africa (ESAF).

Mission of the Position

The ICT4D Coordinator provides direct support to the Member Associations on the design and implementation of technology integration in the various programmes interventions though capacity building measures.
S/he actively monitor the assigned ICT4D projects implementation status, produce progress reports, and also supports to the production of business cases and its methodology to measure impact/value add of technology in programming.
The ICT4D Coordinator supports concept notes/programmes proposals development and marketing/fundraising materials creation to secure ICT4D projects’ funding.

Key Result performance Areas and Responsibilities

Programmes Digitalization

Support digital transformation activities across the various programme interventions (Care, Education, Capacity Building, Empowerment, Employment, Gender) to achieve evidence based project impact.
Ensures the Programmes Development team receive professional and timely support on ICT4D topics and projects.
Work with the global ICT4D team regarding the strategic directions and alignment of planned/existing ICT4D activities in the region.

ICT4D Programme Planning and Design

Develop/support the development of evidence based programme proposals/fundraising products for the assigned ICT4D projects and ensure the ICT4D solution/projects design match the programmes goals, budget and sustainability strategy.
Screens and analyze the emerging ICT4D funding opportunities, and coordinate with the respective PD, FD and ICT teams on applications and funding potentials
Ensure safeguarding and child protection is constantly reflected in designing digital tools and interventions in the programmes

ICT4D Projects Management

Apply professional project management mechanisms and tools to ensure successful delivery of the project plans
Collaborates effectively with the programmes/project team and the respective stakeholders in the IOR, IO and MAs
Maintain professional and up to date projects activities status reports
Ensure compliance with funding/donor/grants requirements, including project activities follow-up, financial tracking and reporting timeline
Follow-up on the projects budget execution and submit the required management reports on budget utilization status and required management decisions
Execute regular risk management approach through internal/external risks monitoring and mitigation process

Monitoring, Reporting

Develop and rollout evidence based KPIs for collecting project participants’ feedback.
Develop and roll out tools for project impact analysis and lessons learned collection
Develop project’s management summary/infograph status reports
Organize status update/knowledge sharing meetings to foster reflection and learnings times on the project successes and challenges

Communication & Networking

Develop project’s communication strategy and to ensure the respective internal/external stakeholders are timely informed on the project progress
Promotion and management of the ICT4D community of practice, and facilitation of interaction and cooperation
Engage on building and developing effective partnerships with key peer organizations, networks and technology partners in the region for ICT4D tools and projects funding
Participate actively and contribute in various ICT4D internal networks and external forums and promote knowledge sharing from them.

Position’s Requirements

Educational background:

Degree in Computer Science with a practical experience on implementation of technology in programme areas or degree on Social Science/Development, with advanced knowledge on technology integration in programme development.
Project Management certification.

Technical competencies:

High understanding of programme development and programmes interventions areas.
Proven experience in introduction, design and implementation of technology tools to improve the programme services and delivery.
High understanding of software development concept and methodologies.
Knowledge of ICT4D trends, applications, and technologies.
Knowledge on emerging technologies and Artificial Intelligence is a plus
Excellent writing, editing, publication and presentation skills.

Management competencies:

Strong client-service focus; able to work with diverse groups of people in a team-oriented environment.
Strong analytical skills.
Solid experience in ICT hardware and software acquisition and management
Professional communications skills.
Proven experience on coordination and communication.
Ability to prioritize work, multi-task and meet deadlines.

Work experience:

Minimum of 4 years’ experience on ICT/ICT4D project coordination/management.
Track record of implementing and coordinating ICT4D projects
Track record of reliable and consistent performance.
Excellent verbal and written English language skills. French/Spanish is a plus.
Ability to do International Travels within the region and outside Africa.
Ability to virtually work in a multicultural environment and to handle change.

How to Apply

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position, please send your application letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and photocopies of academic certificates, and names and contact details of three referees as Single Document… https://careers-sos-kd.icims.com/jobs/1209/information%26communication-technology-for-development-projects-coordinator/job

Applications that are late, or do not have CV or certificates attached, will be disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications including at least three traceable referees should be sent electronically through iCIMS. All applications should be submitted not later than June 30^th, 2022.

“SOS Children’s Villages International holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasize to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference check processes”.

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.