Application Deadline: 10th February, 2022

The Institute for Culture and Ecology (ICE) seeks to recruit a consultant to undertake end-term evaluation of the “Harnessing indigenous knowledge for rehabilitation of community forests and sacred natural sites in Kilifi County”.

ICE is a national indigenous Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that was started in 2006 and is registered in Kenya under the NGO Coordination Act. ICE was founded out of a visible need to promote the inherent and natural role of culture in environmental and resource management in Kenya. ICE vision is that of empowered communities harnessing indigenous knowledge for healthy people and ecosystems. Its mission is to promote indigenous knowledge for environmental conservation and to enhance the livelihoods of local communities.

The Institute for Culture and Ecology (ICE) in partnership with the UNDP GEF Small Grants Programme (UNDP GEF/ SGP) and in collaboration with other stakeholders in Kaya forests conservation along the Kenyan Coast implemented the project whose aim was strengthening conservation of these critical coastal ecosystems through harnessing indigenous knowledge for use in protection and rehabilitation of sacred Mijikenda (Kaya) forests and other community forests in Kilifi County. The target kaya forests were Kaya Jibana, Kaya Fungo and Kaya Rabai (kaya Mjimuphya).

For more information click here to download the Terms of Reference.

Application Deadline: 10th February, 2022

The Institute for Culture and Ecology (ICE) seeks to recruit a consultant to undertake end-term evaluation of the \"Promoting non-timber and ecological practices for food and income security\" project in Meru, Tharaka Nithi, Muranga and Embu Counties.

ICE is a national indigenous Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that was started in 2006 and is registered in Kenya under the NGO Coordination Act. ICE was founded out of a visible need to promote the inherent and natural role of culture in environmental and resource management in Kenya. ICE vision is that of empowered communities harnessing indigenous knowledge for healthy people and ecosystems. Its mission is to promote indigenous knowledge for environmental conservation and to enhance the livelihoods of local communities.

ICE in partnership with Biovision Foundation has finalized a three-year project (2019-2021) in the four counties. The project aimed at promoting non-timber and ecological practices for food and income security by engaging farmers in promoting sustainable agricultural practices through multi-approach initiatives to build farmers’ resilience against the effects of climate change and enhance biodiversity conservation.

For more information click here to download the Terms of Reference.

Reporting to:            Finance & Administration Officer

Location:                  Garden Estate, off Thika Road, along Garden Estate Road, Kenya

Contract:                  2 months renewable (subject to satisfactory performance)

Reporting to the Finance and Administration Officer the holder of this position will undertake the following responsibilities:

1. General

Ensure tidiness and cleanliness in ICE office premises, assist in manning the reception, providing support in running errands and providing hospitality services to staff and official guests/ visitors.

• Main Duties and responsibilities

1. Assist the Finance office in running (or support in running) errands such as paying office bills (water, electricity and other bills).
2. To assist in manning the reception, tracking visitors coming in and out of office, photocopying of documents and recording numbers of copies made.
3. Holding petty cash and expending it as per the instructions of the Finance and Administration Office
4. Keeping office premises clean and tidy.
5. Preparing office meals and ensuring timely provision of refreshments to official meetings and guests.
6. To execute any other duties assigned by the supervisor or the Director.

     C. Qualifications

        1. Certificate or diploma in Business Administration

        2. Certificate or diploma in Front Office operation/management

        3. Certificate or diploma in secretarial studies

Those with evidence of training in catering or hospitality will also be considered

Those with at least one year experience in the above areas will have added advantage.

Applicants who meet the above minimum requirements are invited to send application letter illustrating how they meet the above requirements plus a detailed curriculum vitae with names and full phone contacts of three (3) current referees and quote current and expected remuneration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Applications should be addressed to;

The Director,

Institute for Culture & Ecology,

P.O Box 6270-01000, Thika, Kenya.

The application should be sent to procure@icekenya.org and cc. martin@icekenya.org by Friday, 30th October, 2021 at 5.00pm. Please do not fill the online application, only applications sent through the given emails will be accepted.

Terms of Reference

Translating from English to Kiswahili a report titled:  Indigenous futures thinking: Changing the narrative and re-building based on re-rooting

Introduction

The Institute for Culture and Ecology (ICE) is a national Non-governmental Organization (NGO) that works towards conserving the environment and livelihoods improvement among local communities in Central, Eastern and Coastal regions in Kenya.

Task

ICE is looking for a consultant to translate a 54-page report from English to Kiswahili. Download the document here  

The Consultant will be expected to;

1. Carefully go through the report to fully understand its content
2. Develop a Kiswahili version of the report which largely communicates the content in a language understandable by an average Kiswahili speaker
3. Share the draft Kiswahili version with ICE within 14 days from the time of signing the contract/agreement, for comments
4. Incorporate comments from ICE, print one copy of the revised report and deliver both the hard and soft copies to ICE within the next seven days

Expression of interest

Those interested to carry out this task are requested to send their expression of interest which should include a description of similar work done in the past and brief summary of understanding of the report (technical) and charges (financial). These expressions should be addressed to;

The Director,

Institute for Culture and Ecology (ICE)

P.O. Box 6270-01000 Thika

The expression of interest should be sent through the organizational email; procure@icekenya.org and cc martin@icekenya.org  and kamau@icekenya.org  to reach by 17^th September 2021

Reporting to:            Director

Location:                  Garden Estate, off Thika Road, along Garden Estate Road, Kenya

Contract:                  1 year renewable (subject to satisfactory performance)

The Institute for Culture and Ecology (ICE) is a national indigenous non-governmental organization (NGO) that was started in 2006 and is registered in Kenya under the NGO Coordination Act. ICE accompanies communities in rediscovering the value of local knowledge and local resources in livelihoods improvement and environmental conservation. ICE is seeking to recruit a highly competent individual to fill the position of Advocacy, Gender and Communications Officer.

Job summary

The Advocacy and Communications will be responsible in developing, organizing and executing a wide range of activities to influence policy on natural resources, agriculture and community livelihoods and gender and increase the visibility of the organization, and its work within its project areas. The officer will also play an integral part in networking, and maintain strong organizational partnerships with different stakeholders and actors.

Job Responsibilities.

• Develop advocacy/communication strategies and engagement plans in collaboration with the programme and project staff.
• Organize advocacy engagement and communication activities, media outreach and training.
• Support in development of content for annual newsletters, media, and other communication materials concerning ICE work.
• Create and maintain strong organizational partnerships with farmer groups, CBOs, county and national government, donor agencies and other likeminded organizations to achieve the intended goals.
• Ensuring that advocacy and communication activities are properly planned and implemented.
• Identify key opportunities in the short and long-term to influence policy processes.
• Support programme and project staff in capturing and documenting best practices and success stories.
• To represent the organization at meetings relevant to ICE work.
• Share the work of ICE with key constituents, funding partners, donor agencies, policy makers, network organizations and the media.
• Participate in project report writing and proposal development.
• Support in building collaboration with national, county government and civil society organizations and other relevant actors and stakeholders.
• Ensure gender mainstreaming in all programs of the organization.
• Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Director.

Qualifications

• University degree in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Community Development  or a related degree from a reputable University.
• Five years demonstrable experience in communications and advocacy, working with farmer groups, community based organization, county and national government, donor agencies, and other like minded organizations.
• Experience in managing organization website, developing website content and managing social media accounts (twitter, Facebook, instagram, and Linkedin).
• Strong knowledge of local policy and advocacy context.
• Advanced working knowledge Ms Word, Ms Excel and Ms PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Agroecology in an asset.
• Excellent written and oral skills in English and Kiswahili.

Applicants who meet the above minimum requirements are invited to send application letter illustrating how they meet the above requirements plus a detailed curriculum vitae with names and full phone contacts of three (3) current referees and quote current and expected remuneration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Applications should be addressed to;

The Director,

Institute for Culture & Ecology,

P.O Box 6270-01000, Thika, Kenya.

The application should be sent to procure@icekenya.org and cc. martin@icekenya.org by Wednesday, 4th August, 2021 at 5.00pm. Please do not fill the online application, only applications sent through the given emails will be accepted.