Job description

Overview

Devimpact Institute is an international research, capacity building and project management consultancy institution with its head offices in Nairobi, Kenya. We offer technical services to non-governmental organizations, government institutions, research institutions and the private sector. We enhance the capacities of staff and support organizations in the areas of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation, Data Management and Analysis, Project Management, Accounting and Finance, Management and Leadership, GIS, Information Technology, Procurement Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Office Administration, Agriculture and Rural Development. We have a network of highly qualified and experienced trainers and consultants to provide high-quality training and consultancy services.

Job Summary:

Devimpact Institute is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Training Consultant – Social Protection to design and deliver training solutions. The successful candidate will be engaged whenever a training or consultancy assignment becomes available on a revenue sharing model. The Social Protection Consultant will play a crucial role in providing expert training, guidance and support in the development and implementation of social protection programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities

Training Responsibilities:

Design and improve new training courses and modules in expertise areas;
Apply appropriate training approaches to facilitate high quality training sessions;
Design and improve the training materials, tools and training methods;
Advice on content and process arrangements needed to optimize quality delivery of the training;
Keep track of the participant’s learning curve during the training;
Provide post training support to the participants;
Develop proposals to acquire new training assignments
Technical Assistance: Provide expert technical assistance and guidance to clients in the design, implementation, and evaluation of social protection initiatives.

Requirements and qualifications

Additional education

An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Relations, Political Science, or other relevant disciplines is required.

Experience

5 Years

Additional experience

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: social development programme, social protection programs, social planning, public finance, public advocacy or another related area.
Analytical and/or programmatic experiences on social protection systems will be considered a key asset.
Advanced skills in MS office applications, in particular Excel and PowerPoint;
At least 5 years of proven work experience in the above-mentioned expertise areas;
Proven experience in carrying out consultancy assignments and facilitating training in the expertise areas mentioned above;
Familiar with learner-centered training methods and participatory training techniques;
High level of enthusiasm and confidence in interaction with diverse groups of people (various ages, backgrounds, nationalities);
Experience with the development sector (NGOs), Government Institutions, financial sector or research institutions.

Additional skills

Excellent communication skills, excellent presentation skills, negotiation, promotion and advocacy skills. Ability to adapt communication style to diverse audiences.
Strong analytical and research skills.

Terms and conditions

Mode of Engagement

Successful consultants will be engaged whenever the training or consultancy opportunity becomes available. The consultant will be engaged on a part time basis for the duration of the training/consultancy assignment.

How to Apply

If interested and meet the requisite qualifications please send your application and your current resume to john.eric@devimpactinstitute.com by November 18, 2023. Only qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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