Soils for the Future Africa limited is a pioneer in the development of grassland and savanna soil carbon projects. We are partnering with local communities across Kajiado county in developing a carbon removal project which focuses on improving grazing practices, land use and management and improving communities social-economics aspects through incentives.
In order to be able to deliver our services effectively, SftFA is seeking to fill the following positions.
Job Title: Communications Manager – Soils for the Future Africa (SftFA)
Location: Kajiado, Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Country Director – SftFA
Positions: 1
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate and support all internal and external communication needs of SftFA.
- Coordinate closely with Grazing Coordinators and Grazing Coordinator Supervisors to make sure that important information about grazing management gets to the appropriate audiences.
- Coordinate with the Director of Monitoring and Evaluation to strengthen the outreach efforts that communicate the important developments and progress of the KRCP.
- Support the efforts of the Country Director to communicate effectively within SftFA by ensuring meeting information is effectively captured and communicated across the organization.
- Support SftFA’s external communications within Kenya to the local communities, the Kajiado County, local partners and stakeholders, and the national government.
- Support SftFAs international communication efforts via webpage development and maintenance, social media postings, brochures, and presentation development.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Country Director.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience working in communications, with a preference towards communications related community engagement, conservation, or other related issues.
- A Diploma or its equivalent required, associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- Experience with social media required, and website management preferred.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Fluency in Maa, Swahili and English is required.
Job Title: Biodiversity Monitoring and Evaluation Lead – Soils for the Future Africa (SftFA)
Location: Kajiado, Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Country Director – SftFA
Positions: 1
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive M&E framework for the organization’s carbon project activities that includes data collection tools, protocols, metrics, and data management systems.
- Develop and maintain plans and schedules for all carbon project monitoring activities and their impact, and to ensure data is collected regularly and in a timely manner.
- Provide technical assistance to SftFA staff in the design and implementation of M&E plans, including the selection and use of appropriate metrics and methods for data collection, management, and analysis.
- Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of programmatic data to support ongoing learning and adaptive management.
- Work with other organizations contracted to gather information on ecological and social systems in the KRCP project area.
- Develop and implement data quality assurance training and procedures with SftFA staff to ensure that M&E data is accurate, reliable, and of high quality.
- Train SftFA staff on M&E concepts, methods, and tools to build capacity within the organization.
Qualifications:
- A Master’s degree or higher in conservation, natural resources management, or a related field.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience designing, implementing, and/or managing M&E systems for research natural resource-based programs.
- Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and reporting, Experience in predictive modeling is an added advantage.
- Strong geospatial skills with competency in quantitative analysis and interpretation of GIS data.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear and concise reports.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with project staff, partners, and stakeholders.
- Experience in managing and supervising staff and consultants. Experience with African personnel is an added advantage.
- Experience with soil science and carbon measurement and accounting methods, as well as experience with carbon project development is an added advantage.
- Fluency in English is required, proficiency in Swahili will be an added advantaged.
Job Title: HR & Admin Officer – Soils for the Future Africa (SftFA)
Location: Kajiado, Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Country Director – SftFA
Positions: 1
Responsibilities:
- Organize and maintain personnel records
- Update internal databases (e.g. record sick or maternity leave)
- Prepare HR documents, i.e., employment contracts and new hireguides
- Revise company policies.
- Liaise with external partners, like insurance vendors, and ensure legal compliance
- Create regular reports and presentations on HR metrics (e.g. turnover rates)
- Answer employees queries about HR-related issues
- Assist payroll department by providing relevant employee information (e.g. leaves of absence, sick days and work schedules)
- Arrange travel accommodations and process expense forms
- Participate in HR projects (e.g. help organize a job fair event
- Help schedule appointments and meetings for the Country Director, manage an overall company and staff calendar, and prepare meeting materials as needed.
- Assist in the preparation of reports, memos, and other documents, as requested by the Country Director.
- Provide support for meetings and events, including setting up and cleaning up after events, arranging catering, and preparing materials.
- Maintain office supplies and equipment inventory, order supplies, and ensure that supplies are stored and distributed properly.
- Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and respond to inquiries from staff, clients, and partners directed to the company in general and to the Country Director in particular.
- Provide general administrative support, including photocopying, creation of PDFs, and mailing.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Country Director.
Qualifications:
- Proven work experience as an HR Administrator, HR Administrative Assistantor relevant role.
- A bachelor degree or its equivalent required.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience working in an office setting, managing administrative systems, and supervising staff.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated proficiency in in Microsoft Office Suite and other office software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Fluency in Maa, Swahili and English is required.
Job Title: Office Administrator – Soils for the Future Africa (SftFA)
Location: Kajiado, Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Country Director – SftFA
Positions: 1
Responsibilities:
- Help schedule appointments and meetings for the Grazing Coordinator Supervisors, manage the Grazing Coordinator’s calendar, and prepare meeting materials as needed.
- Assist in the preparation of reports, memos, and other documents, as requested by the Grazing Coordinator Supervisors.
- Provide support for meetings and events, including setting up and cleaning up after events, arranging catering, and preparing materials.
- Coordinate with the HR officer to insure an effective and efficient office structure and collegial atmosphere.
- Help maintain office supplies and equipment inventory, order supplies, and ensure that supplies are stored and distributed properly.
- Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and respond to inquiries from staff, clients, and partners directed to the Grazing Coordinator Supervisors and the Grazing Coordinators as needed.
- Manage office files and records, including scanning, filing, and retrieving documents as needed for the Grazing Coordinator Supervisors and the HR officer.
- Provide general administrative support, including photocopying, creation of PDFs, and mailing.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Grazing Coordinators and the Office Manager.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience working in an office setting, supporting administrative systems and supervisory staff.
- A College diploma or its equivalent required.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated proficiency in in Microsoft Office Suite and other office software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Fluency in Maa, Swahili and English is required.
How to Apply:
Please send an email to the SftFA country Director at sftfa.info@gmail.com . Please include a cover letter, Academic testimonials, current CV and in the subject heading state; Indicate Position applied.
- Women, youth and PLwD’s are highly encouraged to Apply.
- Only qualified candidates shall be contacted.
- Deadline for application is 30th August 2023.
Soils for the future Africa limited is an equal opportunity employer.
