UNDP Project Management Specialist, Conflict Prevention Specialist, M&E Officer, Procurement Officer, Finance Officer and Project Assistants Job vacancies

Vacancy Announcements

Electoral Reforms and Processes

Background

Kenya is getting ready to hold its fifth successive elections since the re-introduction of multiparty politics in 1991.

The coming elections will be held under a different political, social, economic and legal context.

The elections will be held against the backdrop of electoral reform carried out after the disputed 2007 elections and a new constitutional dispensation.

While the former awakened national consciousness for far-reaching governance reforms, the latter marks the beginning of governance transformation in Kenya.

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) together with other development partners have established a framework of assistance (“the Project”) to the Government of Kenya and more specifically, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries (IEBC) whose overall aim is to enhance the capacity of the IEBC towards the management of free, fair and credible elections in Kenya.

The project focuses on the following four main components: institutional strengthening of the IEBC, electoral operations and processes, civic participation and engagement and project management and coordination.

The project is funded by various development partners and coordinated by UNDP as a basket-fund. The project will be implemented under the overall guiding principle of national ownership and leadership in the electoral process.

The international assistance provided should be considered as an extension of, and a complement to, national resources and is intended to support national management and coordination structures, in the spirit of the Rome and Paris Declarations.

In order to achieve the overall goal of the assistance, a Project Support Team (PST) is to be established under the project. The PST will be tasked with the daily management of the project, coordination of different actors and financing.

The PST will consist of key international/national technical officers and administrative personnel. The offices of the PST will be co-located with those of the IEBC at the Anniversary Towers, Nairobi and is expected to work as part and parcel of the broad IEBC elections coordination framework.

The PST functions will be complemented by the UNDP Country Office team responsible for electoral support. The PST will be headed by the Senior Technical Advisor (STA).

UNDP Kenya therefore wishes to invite applications for the following positions:

1) Project Management Specialist. 

2) Conflict Prevention Specialist.

3) Monitoring and Evaluation Officer. 

4) Procurement Officer.

5) Finance Officer. 

6) Project Assistants (2 Positions).

Job Profiles

Project Management Specialist

The Project Management Specialist will provide organizational, coordination and managerial support for the project.

She/he will ensure the strategic direction of project operations and coordinate the operational activities of the Project Team, assess work plans and monitor outputs.

Education

• Master’s Degree in project management, public policy, law, political science, business administration, public administration or related field.
• Certification in UNDP programmes Prince 2 will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in programme/project management in a governance related field.
• Elections related experience will be an added advantage.
• Experience working with project teams and knowledge of project cycle management.
• Experience with electoral processes and election management preferred.
• Sound knowledge of organizational management, asset management, information and communication technology, administration, financial and human resources management, preferably with the UN/UNDP.

Conflict Prevention Specialist

Responsible to the STA for providing technical support and advice to the planning and execution of the elections conflict prevention strategy under the Project.

Education

• A Master’s degree or equivalent in conflict management, economics, political science, sociology, international relations, anthropology, public administration, development studies or other relevant fields.

Experience

• At least 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in conflict prevention and peace building, including relevant field experience, especially in crisis or post-conflict settings, and in conflict sensitive programming.
• Demonstrated analytical capacity of conflict issues and how it relates to elections.
• Deep knowledge of electoral politics in Kenya, challenges and opportunities.
• Specific expertise in facilitating multi-stakeholder national and local dialogue processes would be an asset.
• Experience of working in teams and complex organizational environment.
• Experience working on donor-funded projects.

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Responsible to the Project Management Specialist, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for providing support to planning and implementing the monitoring and evaluation strategy under the project.

Education

• A Masters Degree preferably with major in Management, Statistics, Public Administration or related social science.

Experience

• At least 3 years experience in monitoring and evaluation in development project activities, preferably in donor supported projects;
• Strong research background.
• Excellent ICT and computer skills especial knowledge on SPSS will be an added advantage;
• Experience with project management would be considered an asset;
• Solid experience in establishing relations and working with donors and other development partners;

Procurement Officer

Responsible to the Project Management Specialist for providing support in procurement including strategic sourcing, negotiating, cost evaluation and the supply chain management for various commodities for the Project.

Education

• A Masters degree in business administration, economic policy, finance, public administration, procurement or a related field with at least three years’ experience. A bachelor’s degree with at least five years of relevant work experience will also be considered in lieu of the Masters degree.
• Additional professional training in procurement and supplies management is a requirement and they must be conversant with all relevant regulations pertaining to procurement.

Experience

• Proven knowledge of procurement procedures either of government, or a multilateral or bilateral organization.
• Extensive experience with procurement management in donor funded projects.
• Experience working with the Government of Kenya would be an added advantage.
• Experience with election related activities would be an added advantage.

Finance Officer

Responsible to the Project Management Specialist for providing technical and administrative support on financial management of the Project in the PST.

Education

• A Masters degree in accounting, finance or business administration, and a professional certification in finance and accounting.
• A first degree with full CPA-K or ACCA qualifications will also be considered in lieu of the Masters Degree.

Experience

• Must have at least 3 years relevant professional experience in financial management (budgeting, accounting, auditing).
• Extensive experience with financial management of donor funded projects.
• Experience from working with Government of Kenya would be an added advantage.
• Experience with election related activities would be an added advantage.

Project Assistants

Responsible to the Project Management Specialist the Project Assistants will be responsible for assistance with office management and logistical support to the PST.

Education

• Diploma in business or public administration, financial management, social science or other relevant fields.
• A Bachelors Degree in business or public administration, financial management, social science or other relevant fields supplemented by training in administrative procedures would be an added advantage.

Experience

• At least 5 years experience providing administrative support to programme management.
• Experience in working with election programmes would be an asset.

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located on the UNDP Kenya website -http://www.ke.undp.org on or before 11 March 2012.

Select “e-Recruitment Portal” under “Operations/Human Resources”.

Applicants are required to fill and sign a Personal History Form (P11) Form and submit it together with their online application

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

2. UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

“UNDP is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

Senior Programme Assistant (Pipeline & Resource Analysis)-The United Nations World Food Programme- job opportunities

Vacancy Announcement No: ODN/005/2012

VA issued on 05 March 2012

Closing date 16 March 2012

This vacancy announcement is open to both male and female candidates.

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is looking for a suitably qualified candidate to fill the post of Senior Programme Assistant (Pipeline & Resource Analysis) in support of the Regional Bureau for East & Central Africa, based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Resources Analyst, the incumbent of the position will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and thus are not all-inclusive nor are all duties carried out by all Senior Programme Assistants)

• Monitor commodity and cash requirements, availability and shortfalls (pipeline) for all operations in the region
• Coordinate commodity loans and borrowings between countries within the region and between regions
• Collate operational pipeline data and prioritize operations within the Regional Bureau according to severity of pipeline shortfalls
• Provide food-demand plan aggregated by common corridors to support management of the Forward Purchase Facility (FPF) and provide information to guide regional bureau decision-making when multiple projects compete for the same FPF stocks
• Advise RB management and HQs on resource allocations
• Reviewing the prevailing pipeline systems (including databases) and processes, and assess existing gaps, overlaps and the extent to which the systems can be made effective and efficient
• Review communication and co-ordination mechanisms, both within programme sections and also with Logistics, Procurement, and P4P and M&E
• Make recommendation on ways of minimizing human errors and reducing delays in requests for information
• Improve the existing pipeline reporting templates (Regional and Country office templates) so that they reflect the changing information needs
• Make recommendations on how to manage the current heavy workload, especially request for information, and also suggest ways of anticipating the requests and putting systems in place to cater for this
• Reconciliation with COMPAS on stock movements against loaned stocks / repayments
• Offer training and support to pipeline staff and alternates in Country offices so as to enhance their skills in pipeline management
• Review and provide pipeline and resource related information to corporate documents such as executive briefs, SPRs, Blue book etc.
• Prepare and make presentations on pipeline & resource management for the unit during workshops or when requested by other units during their workshops
• Evaluate, develop, and recommend procedures. Participates in discussions on new/revised procedures and practices; interprets and assesses the impact of changes and makes recommendations on follow up actions;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Results Expected:

• Well functioning unit,
• Providing technical expertise in a specialized area.

Critical Success Factors:

• Sound judgment;
• Ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data and to resolve operational problems. Ability to work with minimum of supervision;
• To supervise and train support staff and to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Extensive and in-depth practical knowledge of a specialised area;
• Ability to plan and organize work.

Education:

• University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: economics, agriculture, international affairs, business administration, social sciences, development studies or a field relevant to international development assistance.

Experience: 

• At least six years of progressively responsible experience of which at least one year closely related to operations, food aid related work or other related field.
• At least one year at the G6 level or equivalent.

Knowledge: 

Knowledge in one or more of the following programming more specifically programme design and project cycle management.

Language:

Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.

Desirable Skills:

• Proficiency in a second official WFP language;
• advanced knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel,
• WFP’s Information System (WINGS) and other WFP software;
• Knowledge of WFP financial regulations; and rules and WFP policies and procedures in the area of work.

Closing Date:
16 March 2012. Applications must be received by the deadline and only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.

Interested individuals meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit their applications by e-mail, together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of education certificates, names and telephone numbers or email addresses of three work referees.

Please send your application to: wfp.odnhr@wfp.org Please quote the Vacancy Announcement No. and the title of the position in the subject line.

Candidates should also complete and submit a Personal History form (P.11) available on the following link -http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc.

Please Note:

WFP does not charge fees from applicants at any stage in the recruitment process.

Senior Logistics Assistant (Contracting)-World Food Programme - Job in Nairobi Kenya

AnnouncementWFP/59/11 - Re-advertisement

Date of issue: 11 January 2012

Deadline for application: 24 January 2012

This vacancy is open to both male and female candidates.

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Job Title: Senior Logistics Assistant (Contracting)

Duty Station: Nairobi (and elsewhere)

Post Grade: SC6 – Service Contract

Accountabilities: Under the direct supervision of the Logistics Officer and the overall supervision of the Head of Logistics, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:-

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparation and overall processing of Request for Quotations (RFQ) for all contracts related to logistics services.
• Organise all required meetings related to the contracting process.
• Assist in the preparation and dissemination of information regarding contract status and other information required.
• Monitor contract validity dates and other relevant information regarding each contract.
• Assist in the short-listing process of prospective service providers including preparations for advertisements, where applicable, receipt and review of documentation of interested service providers.
• Assist in the performance evaluation process.
• Act as the primary contact between the Logistics Unit and other WFP Units in relation to contracts in the absence of the Logistics Officer (Contracting) or as delegated.
• Assist in the development of contract management tools, template, methods and processes for the contracts.
• Maintain database of information related to the contracts.
• Gather market intelligence, keep abreast of developments in the market as well as any regulations affecting the sector, as applicable.
• Assist in contingency planning and logistics preparedness reviews.
• Supervise and train staff as applicable.
• Perform other related duties as may be required.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: Successful completion of secondary school education(KCSE), preferably supplemented by a technical qualificationor university degree in business administration, statistics, economics, logistics, transport, shipping, law or other field relevant to WFP Logistics / contracting activities.

Experience: A minimum of five years’ practical working experience in one or more of the transportation and ancillary sectors: port operations, shipping, clearing and forwarding, air operations, large scale road/rail transport and distribution management. Good knowledge and experience in using computer Software applications (MS Word, Excel and Access).

Skills: Ability to work with minimum supervision, to work quickly and accurately under time constraints and pressure. High sense of initiative and good judgment. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment.

Results Expected: With initiative and judgment, produces organised, accurate and well documented records with well analysed data and addresses unforeseen situations seeking advice and guidance from supervisor, as necessary. Effectively assigns work to staff in lower grades.

Critical Success Factors:

• Ability to review a variety of data, identify and adjust data discrepancies.
• Identify and resolve operational problems with substantial independence.
• Ability to obtain or give factual information of a non-routine nature involving interpretation of facts and requiring clarity of expression.
• Ability to perform detailed work, frequently of a confidential nature and/or to handle a large volume of work systematically, effectively and accurately.
• Ability to train other staff regarding relevant work responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a team environment and coordinate assignments to achieve common goals.
• Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Language: Very good written and spoken English and fluent Kiswahili.

Kenyan nationals meeting the above qualifications are required to submit a covering letter quoting  vacancy Announcement No. WFP/59/11 with their updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates and name, title and e-mail address of three referees.

Candidates should also complete a Personal History form (P.11) available on the following link –http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc. 

All documents must be sent in an envelope marked:

CONFIDENTIAL
WFP/59/11 and sent to:-
Human Resources Officer
World Food Programme
P.O. Box 44482
Nairobi 00100 

OR delivered to Office B-120, UN Complex, Gigiri.

Applications must be received by the deadline. 

Candidates who have already applied for this position need not reapply.

WFP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

UN Women Programme Analyst Jobsin Nairobi Kenya

Job Advertisement

Position:Programme Analyst

Type of Appointment:Service Contract

Post Level: SB 5

Duty Station:Nairobi, Kenya

Duration of the Initial Contract: 12 Months

Application Deadline: 16th December 2011

I. Background

Under the guidance of the RPD, the Programme Analyst acts as a manager of and advisor to Senior Management on all aspects of Sub-Regional Office (SRO) Programmes, oversees the programme portfolio for all Country offices in the Region.

The main role is to manage country programmes including continued monitoring of implementation.

The Programme analyst leads the programme team in strategic planning and identifies new programme areas while ensuring consistency with UNDAF/ CPD priorities and creative responses to emerging challenges and opportunities.

The Programme Analyst heads and supervises Programme team and works in close collaboration with the Management Support and Business Development, Operations team in the SRO, Programme staff in other UN Agencies, UN Women HQs staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society to successfully implement the UN Women programme in the Region.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related field
• 7 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services.
• Hands-on experience in design, RBM, monitoring and evaluation of development projects and establishing inter-relationships among international organization and national governments.

III. Application procedure

Interested and qualified Kenyan Nationals are advised to apply online after a careful perusal of the Terms of References with the details of the duties and responsibilities, competencies, qualifications and experience required.

Apply through: http://jobs.undp.org/

The successful applicant shall be entitled to an attractive remuneration package as per advertised grade and commensurate with his/her qualifications and experience applicant.

UN WOMEN reserves the right to offer the position to the best suited candidate with re-classification to a lower salary grade, if none of candidates meet all the requirements.

Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date (16th December 2011) will not be given consideration.

Please note that only applicants who are short-listed will be contacted.

UN Women Human Resource Assistant Job opportunity in Nairobi Kenya

Human Resource Assistant

Type of Appointment:Service Contract

Post Level: SB 3

Duty Station: Nairobi

Starting Date:January2012

Duration: 1 Year

Application deadline: 2nd December 2011

Under the guidance and supervision of the Operations Manager and direct supervisor, the HR Assistant provides HR services ensuring high quality, accuracy and consistency of work.

The HR Assistant promotes a client-oriented and consistent with rules and regulations approach in the Unit.

The HR Assistant works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the CO and UN WOMEN HQs staff to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery.

Summary of Key Functions

1. Implementation of HR strategies.
2. Implementation of HR services
3. Support to UN related surveys
4. Support to Knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

The key results have an impact on the execution of the CO HR services in terms of quality and accuracy of work completed. Accurate data entry and presentation of financial information and client-oriented approach enhances UN WOMEN capability in the HR management

Qualifications and Experience

1. University degree in social sciences or other relevant disciplines (human resources, business administration, international relations, psychology, etc). Additional professional training in Human Resource is an advantage.
2. Minimum 3 years of relevant HR and/or administrative experience is required at the national or international level, preferably some within the UN system.
3. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Application procedures

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e Recruitment portal located at www.ke.undp.org on or before 2nd December 2011. Click on “e Recruitment Portal” under “Human Resources” and submit your application online.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
2. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.
3. UNDP as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment

“UN WOMEN is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

UN Women Finance Associate Job vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

Type of Appointment: Fixed Term Appointment

Post Level: ICS 07

Duty Station: Nairobi

Starting Date:January 2012

Duration: 1 Year

Application deadline: 2nd December 2011

The Finance Associate reports to the Head of Country Office for guidance and supervision and is responsible for managing and supervising the execution of a wide range of financial services and administrative processes in Country Programme Office (CPO), ensuring timeliness, efficiency and transparent use of financial resources and delivery of services in accordance with organizational financial rules, regulations, policies, procedures and approved allocations.

The Finance Associate promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UN Women rules and regulations, standard practices and guidelines.

The Finance Associate works in close collaboration with the Operations Manager of the Regional/Sub-Regional Office as well as with the operations, programme and project teams in UN Women Headquarters for solving complex finance-related issues and information delivery.

Summary of Key Functions

1. Administration and implementation of program and operational financial services
2. Support to management of the country program, budget preparation and administration
3. Accounting and administrative support
4. Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Qualifications and Experience.

1. Completion of Secondary Education is required. Specialized national or international certification in accounting and finance would be an asset. First University Degree in Business or Public Administration or Social Sciences desirable but not required
2. Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience is required in financial management and administration, in a large corporation or organization is required.
3. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advaned knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Application procedures

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e Recruitment portal located at www.ke.undp.org on or before 2nd December 2011. Click on “e Recruitment Portal” under“Huma n Resources” and submit your application online.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
2. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.
3. UNDP as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment

“UN WOMEN is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

Finance Assistant-(UNEP Global Environment Facility (GEF))- Job in Nairobi Kenya (Temporary - 6 Months)

Temporary Vacancy Announcement

Note:

Appointment against this post is on a local basis. External candidates will be considered only when no suitable internal candidate from the duty station is identified.

The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred in order to take the examination at the duty station and to take up the assignment. This is a temporary vacancy.

Appointment against this post is for a limited duration and does not carry any expectancy, legal or otherwise of renewal.

Vacancy Notice No: GS-11-34

Organizational Location: UNEP/DGEF

Duty Station: Nairobi

Functional Title: Finance Assistant

Grade: G-4

Post Number: 603813

IMIS No.: 2011 FBL 2328 2780 4FE1 1374

Duration: 6 months (Temporary)

Closing Date: 3/11/2011

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level.

Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

UNEP is one of three implementing agencies of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), alongside the World Bank and the UN Development Programme (UNDP).

The GEF helps developing countries and those with economies in transition to meet the agreed incremental costs of measures designed to achieve global environmental benefits in six focal areas: biological diversity, climate change, international waters, ozone layer depletion, land degradation and persistent organic pollutants.

The post is located in the UNEP/GEF Coordination Office (GEF CO), at the Nairobi Duty Station.

Under the direct supervision of the Fund Management Officer (FMO), the incumbent will carry out the following duties:

• Assists in preparing GEF CO budget.
• Extract data from accounts system to produce reports.
• Prepares funding documents for budget allotments.
• Assist with the monitoring of expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels.
• Create Special Service Agreements (SSA)/Travel Requests (TVRQ)/Travel advances (RCTA) in IMIS for GEF CO, ensuring that supporting documents are sufficient and in accordance with UN rules and regulations.
• Tracks project data by reviewing project files, budget revisions and closing revisions.
• Regularly review project database (ADDIS) to ensure project data has been updated in the system and alerting relevant staff when required.
• Maintains Project at Risk system datasheet by compiling data from respective FMOs.
• Assist in updating ADDIS with relevant project information on need basis i.e relevant Finance Assistant on leave or sudden increase in work-load due to new projects and/or year-end
• Assist in the provision of financial information required in Project Implementation Review (PIR) and Annual Monitoring Report (AMR).
• Provides general administrative support to FMO and other GEFCO members.
• Tracks and follow-up on administrative processes in progress.
• Drafts/prepares routine correspondence with respect to enquiries related to relevant financial and budget matters.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: 

• Knowledge of financial policies, procedures and practices and ability to interpret and apply them in an organizational setting.
• Demonstrates use of initiative and makes appropriate linkages in work requirements and anticipates next steps.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; a sound understanding of UN financial and administrative rules and procedures; familiarity with fund management tasks .

Communication: 

• Excellent communication/drafting skills essential;
• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Qualifications and Experience

Completion of Secondary school is required. Post-secondary training in a field related to financial management or administration is desired. A minimum of four years of progressively responsible working experience in Fund Management or Administration is required.

Other Desirable Skills

Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet) are required. Ability to operate modern software packages is an asset;

Language Requirements 

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language an asset.

Qualified candidates may submit their applications including their curriculum vitae or United Nations Personal History form (P.11) to the address mentioned below on or before the deadline.

The Chief, Classification and Recruitment Section,
Human Resources Management Service, UNON
P.O. Box 67578, Nairobi 00200
Room V-139

Email: recruitment@unon.org

Please quote;

• Index Number (for UN staff member)
• Vacancy Notice Number
• Functional title of the post
• Attach an updated fact-sheet, and a copy of the last two performance appraisals.

Applications received after the deadline (3/11/2011) will not be considered. This is a temporary vacancy. Appointment against this post is for a limited duration and does not carry any expectancy, legal or otherwise of renewal.

UNEP, UNHABITAT and UNON do not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. If you have any questions concerning persons or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of these offices and requesting the payment of a fee please contact: recruitment @unon.org.

Senior Marketing Specialist-(World Agroforestry Centre) - job opportunity in Kenya

 VACANCY: Senior Marketing Specialist

About this position

We are looking for someone who can contribute to the World Agroforestry Centre’s work in understanding the potential of markets and market-based interventions to reduce rural poverty in the developing world. The person should have experience in conducting strategic research in value chain analysis, enterprise development, or standards and other market governance tools.

The job specifically includes the following duties and responsibilities:

·        Conduct market research focusing on:

o       Value chain analysis including post-harvest handling, for agroforestry tree products

o       Consumer demand studies

o       Standards and other market governance tools, and/or

o       Enterprise development

o       Rural livelihoods, vulnerability, and risk-reducing mechanisms, and 

o       Impacts of development interventions.

The research should be of global value leading to generation of new knowledge, methods, policies and capacity

·        Supervise graduate students

• Initiate and manage partnerships with different national and international stakeholders (government agencies, private companies, donor agencies, NGOs, among others)
• Interact with other senior staff to ensure useful incorporation of market-oriented activities into other aspects of the Centre’s work
• Project development and implementation and fundraising.

Qualifications and experience

• PhD in agricultural economics, a related social science, business management, or a related discipline 

·        Strong publications record, including peer-reviewed journal articles

• Research experience in developing countries

·        Experience with analysis of smallholder production-to-marketing  systems

• Skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Strong track record in managing collaborative relationships with a range of partners, including the private sector, in the agricultural or natural resource management sectors
• Demonstrated fundraising and proposal writing abilities
• Familiarity with international agricultural and environmental research issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, fluency in English and, ideally, French and/or Spanish
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
• Willingness to travel frequently internationally.

Terms of offer

We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This position is remunerated on international terms. The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a nine (9) month probation period.    

How to apply

Prepare:

·        A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position, and your salary expectations.

·        A detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae.

·        The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone numbers and email addresses, and fax details, if available.

Address these to:

The Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), PO Box 30677, 00100, Nairobi, Kenya OR send via email to: icrafhru@cgiar.org. Indicate “Application for a Senior Marketing Specialist” on the application letter. Applications will be considered until 24 November 2011 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

To learn more about us, visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org

The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

Communications Specialist / Science Writer-(World Agroforestry Centre)- Job in Nairobi Kenya

About this position

If you can take over and develop a programme of scientific communication for an international research and development centre, then you are the person we are looking for.

Working with an expert communications team, this position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with preeminent scientists in the area of agroforestry to make the impact of their work known throughout the world.

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and may require occasional travel to international locations.

You will guide our communications work in the following ways:
Identify high-interest stories from the work of the World Agroforestry Centre and its collaborators, write stories in a range of styles and disseminate them through suitable channels.
Manage the news content of the Centre’s website and contribute to social media activities, especially in actively running the institutional blog.
Assist the research programmes and regions to develop and implement communication plans to complement their research activities.
Work to have Centre research and impact featured in the international media.
Collaborate with other CGIAR research centres and partners in communications activities.
Edit and produce a two-monthly e-newsletter featuring stories on Centre research and other initiatives.
Help to maintain the highest standards for the centre’s publications and website materials.
Prepare articles and submissions for media outlets, CGIAR communications and other avenues
Assist in providing review and editorial assistance for Centre documents and materials.
Mentor regional office and junior communications staff and supervise consultants and interns.
Delegate for the Head of Communications.
The successful applicant will have:
An MSc in agroforestry, agriculture, communications or related subject.
Minimum experience of five (5) years in a similar position, preferably in an international organization.
Experience in developing compelling stories from research papers and interaction with scientists.
Experience in engaging the international media in the communication of research impact.
Flawless English language, writing and grammatical skills.
Expert knowledge of the Microsoft suite, with knowledge of Photoshop.
Experience in developing and maintaining web and social media sites.
Terms of offer

We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women.

This position is remunerated on international terms.

The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a nine (9) months probation period.

How to apply

Prepare:
A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position, and your salary expectations.
A detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae.
Several articles you have written and URLs of websites you work on.
The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone numbers and email addresses, and fax details if available.
Address these to:

The Human Resources Unit,
World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF),
PO Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya

OR send via email to: icrafhru@cgiar.org.

Indicate “Application for Communications Specialist/Science Writer” on the application letter.

Applications will be considered until 9 November 2011 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected.

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

To learn more about us, visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org

The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.

As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

Nutrition Researcher, Nutrition Economist, Information Manager and Field Research Assistant-(UNICEF )- Jobs in Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

Kenya Country Office

Vacancy Announcements

Consultants

Date of Issue: 28 September 2011

Closing Date: 6 October 2011

UNICEF Country Office in Kenya is seeking Expression of Interest (EOI) from eligible individuals to provide short term Consultancy Services to support an evaluation of UNICEF supported programming on Management of Severe Acute Malnutrition in Kenya.

Kenya will be one of 5 countries participating in the global evaluation.

Scope of Work

The evaluation will undertake an analytical assessment of the progress achieved in management of severe acute malnutrition to identify key successes, good practices, and gaps / constraints that need to be addressed. OECD / DAC criteria of programme relevance/appropriateness, efficiency and quality of services, effectiveness, impact (potential) and sustainability will be used

Team composition and professional requirements: A team of 2 international evaluation experts has been recruited to conduct this evaluation. A team of 4 national consultants is required to support local data collection and processing. This EoI is issued to invite candidates who are interested to be considered to join the team as a national consultant to submit their application as follows:-

Nutrition Researcher / Evaluator

Ref: KCO/NUTR/2011-24 Level NOC

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in nutrition or closely related subject.
• Familiarity with management of severe malnutrition (including out-patient) and emergency nutrition policy and programme issues.
• Strong research or evaluation expertise and experience. Experience in field research is particularly useful.
• Experience preparing and holding meetings and workshops with evaluation stakeholders and participants.
• Interviewing skills and experience.
• Good communication and people skills. Ability to express concisely and clearly ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
• Willingness to travel to rural and remote areas in Kenya.
• Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously as a team member and also lead and manage the national team as per the instruction of the international consultants.
• Language proficiency: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Period of assignment – 7/8 week

Health / Nutrition Economist

Ref: KCO/NUTR/2011-25 Level NOC

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in health economics.
• Experience (min 3 years) in data collection and analysis in health / nutrition economic research.
• Familiarity with emergency nutrition/CMAM policy and programme issues.
• Good communication and people skills.
• Ability to express concisely and clearly ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
• Willingness to travel to rural and remote areas in Kenya.
• Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously as a team member.
• Language proficiency: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Period of assignment – 5 weeks

Data / Information Manager / Analyst

Ref: KCO/2011-26 Level NOB

• University degree (Bachelor’s or higher) in computer science / data management.
• Some research or evaluation experience (min. 2 years), including data collection and qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Good communication and people skills.
• Willingness to travel to rural and remote areas in Kenya.
• Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously as a team member.
• Language proficiency: Good written and oral communication skills in English.
• Period of assignment – 6 weeks

Field Research Assistant (Qualitative Data)

Ref: KCO/2011-27 Level NOA

• University degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in social science, preferably health or nutrition.
• Basic operations research or evaluation experience,
• Significant experience (min. 2 years) in field level data collection using participatory methods particularly in qualitative data.
• Good communication and people skills.
• Willingness to travel to rural and remote areas in Kenya.
• Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously as a team member.
• Language proficiency: Good written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of local language(s) is an asset.
• Period of assignment – 6 weeks

Submission of Expression of Interest (EOI)

Qualified individuals are requested to submit a 1 page max letter of interest, clearly addressing how the applicant’s skills and experience meet the required competences, and attach a CV to kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org no later than 6 October 2011.

Please include “CMAM Evaluation EOI” as the subject of the e-mail.

More detailed Terms of Reference will be sent to short-listed candidates.

Candidates should confirm that they are available to commence the assignment on 1 November 2011 and that they will be available to work full time and to travel during the period of assignment.

Please note the following:

1. This EOI does not constitute a solicitation. We seek your expression of interest in the post, and not proposals or price quotes or detailed proposals. The duration of the contract, fee and other details will be negotiated after identifying short-listed candidates for each post.
2. Please specify the post to which you are applying.
3. A response to this request for EOI does not automatically ensure selection.
4. UNICEF reserves the right to change or cancel the requirement at any time during the EOI, and to require compliance with additional conditions in subsequent stages of the solicitation process.

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they send their applications along with their curricula vitae.

Apply to:

The Human Resource Specialist
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Nairobi

Email: kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please indicate the below Reference Nos. on email subject.

• KCO/NUTR/2011-24 Nutrition Researcher/Evaluator, Level NOC
• KCO/NUTR/2011-25 Health/Nutrition Economist, Level NOC
• Data/Information Manager/Analyst, Level NOB
• Field Research Assistant (Qualitative Data), Level NOA

“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”

Zero tolerance of sexual exploitation and abuse

UNICEF is a smoke-free environment

Country Office Operations Assistant (UNICEF Kenya) Job Vacancy in kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Kenya Country Office

Vacancy Announcement

Duty Station - Dadaab

Post: Operations Assistant - GS 6 

Type of Contract: Fixed Term

Date of Issue: 19 September 2011

Closing Date: 02 October 2011

Applications are hereby invited from qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in Dadaab Field Office of UNICEF Kenya Country Office.

Purpose of the Post: Under the general supervision of the Chief, Field Office Dadaab, the incumbent will be responsible for finance & accounts (custodian of the SCA), administration, supply & logistics. Supervises driver(s) and ancillary staff and deliver operational support for programme implementation.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain financial records and monitoring systems to record and reconcile expenditure, balances, payments, statements and other data for day-to-day transactions including reports, vouchers and reconciling data for recurring or special reports. 
• Monitor compliance with all operational systems and procedures. 
• Ensures accuracy, promptness and appropriateness of information and reports to the Chief, Field Office.
• Prepare recurring reports as scheduled and special reports as required for budget preparation and audits or other reasons.
• Collect information and assist in conducting surveys on local cost of living, daily subsistence allowance criteria, local salaries for office and servicing staff and housing rentals.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and participate in budget analysis and projects as required.
• Participate in the timely planning and acquisition of supplies during the programme review process.
• Identify and propose appropriate office accommodation, ensure maintenance of office premises, equipment and supplies. 
• Advise and assist other staff in the area of office management. 
• Arrange for and attend meetings on day-to-day administrative matters and participate in discussions of new or revised procedures and practices. 
• Interpret and assess the impact of change and make recommendations for follow-up actions. 
• Ensure administrative support in its delivery, monitoring, control and inventory.
• Prepare on own initiative, correspondence, reports, evaluations and justifications as required on general administrative or specialized tasks which may be of a confidential nature within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Assist in the preparation of office budgets applicable to staff and servicing costs and maintain necessary budgetary control records.
• In addition to general administration responsibilities, may also supervise directly or indirectly, activities concerned with office and grounds maintenance, security, transport and similar services.
• Requisition office supplies and equipment locally and in Nairobi and arrange for
• control of distribution and maintenance of appropriate inventory records.
• Provide interpretation of administrative rules, regulations and procedures.

Required Qualifications: 

• Completion of secondary education. 
• Training in administrative field is desirable.

Experience: Six years of progressively responsible clerical and administrative work.

Language: Fluency in English and Swahili as a working language.

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure they forward their applications along with their curricula vitae (internal candidates should attach copies of their last two Performance Evaluation Reports), to:

The Human Resources Specialist
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org 

Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/EMERG/2011-23” in the email subject.

“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”

Zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse 

UNICEF is a smoke-free environment

UNDP Programme Officer - Democratic Governance Job Vacancy in Kenya

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is UN’s global development organization.

UNDP has a normative global mission as a pro-poor development agency to promote human rights, gender and the Millennium Development Goals.

Organizational Unit / Agency: UNDP Kenya, Democratic Governance Unit

Application deadline: 3 October 2011

Type of contract: Service Contract

Post Level: SB-4

Languages required: English

Starting date: November 1, 2011

Duration of initial contract: 1 year renewable

Background

One of the five priority areas of focus under the GOK/UNDP Country Programme is Fostering Democratic Governance.

Under this programme area, UNDP seeks to strengthen the national capacity towards progressive and accelerated realization of human rights and deepened /democratic governance.

UNDP works closely with both governmental and non-state actors in this regard.

Particular emphasis is placed on gender equality and women’s empowerment.

The programme also contributes to a process which builds a culture of respect and promotes progressive realization of citizen-centred reforms in the public sector and decentralised public service delivery.

Furthermore, this component will also promote accountable and participatory development programming, policy formulation and implementation at the national and local levels.

The values that underpin the work of this component include respect for the rule of law, citizens’ responsibility, gender equality, tolerance, and access to justice and the realization of human rights.

Position Information

Under the supervision of the Team Leader of the Governance Unit, and working closely with the other UNDP based Programme Analysts and more importantly the MoJNCCA Project Coordinator, the incumbent will:

• Work in collaboration with the MoJNCCA Project Coordinator in the day-to-day implementation of the project activities, as per the Project Work Plan.
• Planning, monitoring, reporting, financial management and evaluating the progress of the project as per the Project Work Plan and ensuring compliance with UNDP and/or Implementing Partners rules and regulations.
• Ensure coordination of the project implementation process with relevant stakeholders to ensure coherence, including their involvement in monitoring and evaluating project activities, joint field visits to enhance appreciation of the project’s work.
• Provide technical expertise into strategic planning of the project implementation process.
• In collaboration with the MoJNCCA Project Coordinator, ensure preparation of project reviews and final evaluations, as well as audits, including action plans to implement audit recommendations.
• Engagement with key partners to influence policies and issues as relates to national cohesion, integration, reconciliation, peace building and conflict prevention, among other related issues.
• In collaboration with the MoJNCCA Project Coordinator ensure project documentation and publicity.
• Ensure mainstreaming of relevant issues such as Gender, Human Rights Based Approach, etc in the implementation of the project.
• Undertake any other responsibilities as may be assigned in relation to this position, as well as perform other tasks as assigned by the Unit Team Leader or by Senior Management.

The full post description detailing the scope of work required academic qualifications and years of relevant work experience can be accessed on The UNDP Kenya website.

Application Procedure:

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located at http://www.ke.undp.org/erecruit.

Applicants are required to fill and sign a Personal History Form (P11 Form) and submit it together with their online application. Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
2. UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.
3. Preference will be given to equally qualified women.
4. UNDP as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment. If you have any questions as to vacancy announcements you have received, please refer to the UNDP Kenya website.

“UNDP is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

UN- Health Cordinator job vacancy in Kenya

Position Health Coordinator

Location Ethiopia, Somalia, or Kenya
About RI: Relief International (RI), is an international relief and development agency with cross-sectoral programs bridging relief and development, currently seeks a Health Coordinator.
Position Summary: The Health Coordinator will be responsible for the ongoing management support, continuing development, and daily supervision of all activities under RI's Health objective. The Health Coordinator, will assist in health programming including facility rehabilitation, capacity building and training, supply management, enhancing quality of primary health services, protection health activities in collaboration with village health committees, the Ministry of Health and international humanitarian health actors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts community assessments to identify critical requirements for program interventions with a particular focus on Refugees, IDPs, women, and vulnerable populations.
• Under guidance of Response Team leader, maintains ongoing RI activities in primary health, with an emphasis on child and maternal health, health facility rehabilitation, capacity building and training of medical staff in PHC and mobile clinics.
• Establish strong Links with Ministry of Health at federal and Regional level
• Promotes and works to expand community capacity on Health, with sensitivity to the political and cultural context; maintains a positive and constructive relationship with the Village Health Committees.
• Works closely with the Response Team leader to identify a strategy for the strengthening RI health activities in response to perceived needs indicated by communities and beneficiaries.
• Works with Response Team leader to plan and implement emergency interventions in beneficiary communities as needed.
• Assist in the selection and training of qualified health program field staff, complies with Ministry of Health requirements for engaging medical staff.
• Collaborates with the community recognized health authorities and relevant international health agencies for the development of an approved training curriculum and program design.
• Participates actively with interagency Health and related forums on behalf of RI.
• Works with the Country Team, operations, finance, and security staff to ensure that all program activities adhere to RI and international standards.
• To meet with different stakeholders from civil society and government to assess the current situation in the region as well as review literature available on the care practices, FSL and WASH context
• Conducts Health activities with the utmost sensitivity for the safety and well-being of beneficiaries and national staff and with regard to the political context.
• Provides technical support to qualified medical staff, organizing training sessions for medical assistants, nurses, vaccinators.
• Ensures that RI provides quality services that meet Sphere and other international standards.
• Provide input for all Health and Health-inclusive proposals, reports, assessments, and research in consultation with the Senior Management Team, Country Office, and Headquarters.
• Submits monthly and quarterly reports by collection of information and data from the field, data analysis, and report documentation to Health Coordinator.
• Oversees sector budget and personnel in line with RI field procedures and Code of Conduct.
• Work closely with the Health Coordinator to determine the medical and training needs of the programs within the scope of the grants.
• Ability to travel for RI, if necessary
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  
• Experience in overseas programs (at least 3 years) relating to primary health care, maternal and child health, and communicable diseases.
• Experience (5 years) developing and implementing Health sector activities.
• Minimum medical degree; preferably with a Master's in Public Health
• Previous experience conducting training of medical staff; Previous experience with development of training curriculums
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.
• Logistical planning and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with data collection and analysis.
• Experience living and working in dynamic, insecure environments and with local communities.
• Ability to live and function at a high capacity within a collaborative organizational structure.
• Ability to live and work from within a remote post.
• Understanding of the political and cultural context in the Horn of Africa and a strong interest in working in the region
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills (must be able to provide an independently created and relevant writing sample).
• Demonstrated statistical survey, analysis, and presentation skills (must be able to provide an independently created a relevant statistical report sample).
• Demonstrated budget and expense management skills.
  
  TO APPLY: Please submit a resume, cover letter, salary history, 3 professional references (e-mail, address and phone number), and date of availability to hremergency@ri.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The email subject line MUST include the following: Emergency Health Coordinator –Horn of Africa. We will carefully review your materials and contact you if we would like to set up an interview.