Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED) is Seeking a Senior Assessment Officer for REACH- Apply Before 16 June 2025

Organization: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Department: REACH
Position: Senior Assessment Officer
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Start Date: 16 June 2025
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duration: 6 Months
Application Deadline: 29 May 2025

About ACTED and REACH

ACTED is a leading international NGO founded in 1993 and dedicated to providing immediate humanitarian relief while developing long-term solutions for sustainable growth. Operating in 42 countries with over 7,000 staff, ACTED implements more than 550 projects annually, impacting over 20 million people.

REACH is a joint initiative of IMPACT Initiatives, ACTED, and UNITAR-UNOSAT, created to improve humanitarian decision-making through high-quality data collection, analysis, and mapping. Based in Geneva, IMPACT specializes in information management and geographic information systems (GIS). REACH was launched in 2010 and supports crisis response with three core services: needs and situation assessments, satellite imagery analysis, and database and mapping services.

Country Profile: Kenya

ACTED has operated in Kenya since 2007, delivering humanitarian and development support in response to natural disasters, displacement, and service gaps. With a capital office in Nairobi and field operations in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL), ACTED partners with local authorities to implement programs in water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), food assistance, and disaster preparedness.

REACH Kenya, active since 2016, enhances the capacity of humanitarian actors with critical data and analysis, focusing on refugee intentions, IDP profiling, multi-sector needs assessments, and durable solutions in vulnerable regions.

Role Summary

The REACH Senior Assessment Officer (SAO) will lead the planning, execution, and follow-up of assessments across Kenya under the guidance of the REACH Research Manager. The SAO will ensure assessments are methodologically sound, well-coordinated, and strategically aligned with REACH objectives. The position involves team supervision, partnership liaison, and strategic contributions to programming.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment Design and Implementation

• Develop and implement assessment methodologies and analytical frameworks tailored to humanitarian priorities in Kenya.
• Coordinate field teams to ensure consistent and high-quality data collection and analysis.
• Track and manage assessment schedules and workflows, adjusting plans as needed in collaboration with field and research teams.

Reporting and Communication

• Draft accurate and timely reports and factsheets with inputs from HQ and partners.
• Assist in writing donor reports and strategic proposals alongside the Project Development Officer.
• Lead the review process for lessons learned and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) matrices across all assessments.

Team Management and Capacity Building

• Supervise and mentor junior assessment staff, overseeing their professional development and day-to-day work planning.
• Support recruitment processes for new assessment team members.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment with strong cross-departmental coordination.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent REACH externally in sectoral working groups and humanitarian coordination meetings.
• Maintain and update stakeholder contact lists and ensure targeted dissemination of assessment outputs.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Humanitarian Studies, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics).
• At least three years of experience in humanitarian contexts in roles involving operational research, food security, nutrition, or coordination.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and executing assessments, managing teams, and producing analytical reports.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R or SPSS), Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools; GIS knowledge is a plus.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and oral.
• Ability to operate independently and in diverse, multicultural settings.
• Familiarity with humanitarian coordination mechanisms and donor expectations.

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a single PDF document comprising a cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with three professional references to [email protected] by 5:00 PM on 29 May 2025. The subject line should read:
“REACH Senior Assessment Officer – Nairobi”

Note:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• No fee is required at any stage of the recruitment process.
• ACTED does not engage recruitment agents.

Commitment to Ethics and Equality

ACTED maintains a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH). All staff are expected to adhere to ACTED’s Code of Conduct and related policies, including mandatory pre-employment screening and background checks. ACTED is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to humanitarian data-driven decision-making in Kenya, working with one of the sector’s most respected assessment and coordination teams.

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