Security Sergeant, Nairobi

Closing date: Wednesday, 20 May 2015

Posting Title: SECURITY SERGEANT, G5
Job Code Title: SERGEANT
Department/ Office: Department of Safety and Security
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Posting Period: 20 April 2015-20 May 2015
Job Opening number: 15-SEC-DSS-41131-R-NAIROBI (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
This position is funded for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension. 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-up the appointment. Staff members are subject to the authority of and assignment by the Secretary-General. All staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
1. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.
2. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira 'Need Help?' link.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. We support programme implementation of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UNHABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). The post is located in the Office of the Director-General, United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), Department of Safety and Security Services.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Security Lieutenant the incumbent will perform the following functions: 1.Provide leadership to the Team by:

• Planning assignments for the team members during particular scheduled shifts;
• Give daily work instructions to the members of the team;
• Ensure team members are provided with uniforms, communications equipment and other kits for duty;
• Monitor posts to ensure that they are effectively manned and that duties are properly executed.

2. Enforce safety and security in the UN Complex:

• Ensure that security and safety rules and procedures are strictly adhered to;
• Supervise control room duties and ensure that the electronic surveillance equipment is properly monitored and discuss reports of initial investigation with the Investigator.

3. Co-ordinate activities of the team through the Lieutenant and Inspector to the Assistant and Deputy Chiefs of the Security and Safety section by making daily reports on events, periodical reports on all investigated cases, make recommendations on improvement of work.
4. Ensure that security equipment and vehicles are in good working order, supervise operations in the event of accidents independently and in cooperation with other rescue services, such as, the Nairobi City Council Fire Brigade and prepare reports after incidents;

• Inspect mail and deliveries entering the UN premises;
• Keep 'bomb alert' plans and instructions up to date, conduct searches for suspicious items. Conduct preventive searches in cooperation with the specialized services;
• Liaise with the host country's de-mining services.

5. Respond to requests for assistance requiring first aid and general questions concerning the security and safety of the UN Complex.
6. Perform other related duties as may be assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism

• Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices.
• Demonstrated sound judgment in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices and in applying technical expertise to resolve a range of protection issues/problems.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements;
• demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter;
• 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.

Communication

• 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.

Teamwork

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise;
• Is willing to learn from others;
• places team agenda before personal agenda;
• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position;
• Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning & 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.

Education

• Completion of secondary school is required. Supplemental training in security or military is required.
• Sound and thorough knowledge of security related matters.
• Must have passed the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT).

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years' of relevant and progressively responsible experience in the National Police Force or Military Service is required.
• A minimum of five years (5) work experience with United Nations Security and Safety Service is desirable

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English and Kiswahili is required.
• Working knowledge of other UN official languages is an advantage.

Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Legal Translator English-Turkish / Turkish-English, Nairobi

Closing date: Monday, 4 May 2015

RE- ADVERTISEMENT - LEGAL TRANSLATOR ENGLISH-TURKISH / TURKISH-ENGLISH - NAIROBI, KENYA
Location : Nairobi, KENYA
Application Deadline : 04-May-15
Type of Contract : Individual Contract
Post Level : International Consultant
Languages Required : English
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)
25-May-2015
Duration of Initial Contract : One year- retainer
Expected Duration of Assignment : One year- retainer
Background
The situation in Somalia remains fragile with continued political instability, climatic variability, and lack of basic social services. OCHA's role is to coordinate effective and principled inter-agency humanitarian response and ensure that relief assistance reaches the people who need it in a timely manner.
In line with OCHA's global mission, OCHA Somalia continues to

• Advocate for access to basic services, especially water, sanitation, education and health for vulnerable communities, including the collection, analysis and dissemination of information to humanitarian partners, and negotiation of access;
• Support the government efforts and humanitarian organizations in relocation of internally displaced and return;
• Coordinate the implementation of humanitarian response in Somalia with UN agencies and programmes, national and international NGOs and local authorities/communities as appropriate, with focus on strengthening the cluster approach;
• Enhance a protective environment that respects the human rights of all, including IDPs, returnees and minority clans analysis and dissemination of information to humanitarian partners, and negotiation of access.

OCHA on behalf of the Humanitarian Coordinator produces period press releases issued to inform the general public and for advocacy purposes. Besides this, the office also produces other briefing materials especially during the Consolidated Appeal launch that require the services of a Turkish Translator.
Duties and Responsibilities
The contractor will

• Translate and proof-read documents and reports on a variety of subjects. All text, including text contained in figures, boxes, tables, photo captions, sources and covers requires translation and proof reading. Proofreading and editing will be done primarily using Adobe Acrobat 6. Proofreading and editing of MS Word documents will make use of track changes;
• When required, translate into Turkish OCHA external documents such as: press releases, media advisories, editorials, public statements of the Humanitarian Coordinator, Emergency Relief Coordinator or other humanitarian officials, speeches, talking points, and any other public. The translated document has to be delivered in MS Word, PowerPoint or Excel files as required;
• Perform terminology research (i.e. on UN/OCHA style guide/UNTerm websites and others) to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of all translations;
• Ensure quality and accuracy of the entire document before submitting.

Monitoring and Progress controls
Under the direct supervision of the requesting Unit Manager, the consultant will submit progress reports depending on the duration and agreement on that particular assignment. The work of the translator is evaluated every time they submit their work for quality control purposes.
Final product/Deliverables

• Deliver translated text in MS Word, PowerPoint or Excel files, as required. The anticipated press releases for translation will be approximately 700words, other documents for translation will vary from time to time;
• Translated text, including text contained in figures, boxes, tables, photo captions, sources and covers.

Review/approval time
Each assignment will be reviewed upon completion before undertaking a fresh assignment. The translated material to be submitted to the Head, Public Information Unit for approval and certification.
Competencies
Core Competencies

• Good communication skills;
• Analytical skills: Ability to use all sources of reference; attention to detail;
• Teamwork: Demonstrated willingness to work as part of a team in a multicultural environment.

Functional Competencies

• Good translation and editing skills from English into Turkish with capacity to detect and understand nuances in the original text knowledge of agreed terms for international and government organizations; humanitarian and development concepts;
• Good grasp of the subject matter;
• Ability to use all sources of reference; attention to detail;
• Ability to produce a high volume of quality content;
• Effective execution: ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines;
• Demonstrated willingness to work as part of a team in a mulitcultural environment.

Required Skills and Experience
Education

• University degree in foreign languages, or any other relevant discipline.

Experience

• 3 years experience translating and editing texts in English and Turkish;
• Experience with the UN system in general or similar organisations;
• Good knowledge of computer applications.

Language

• Fluency in both oral and written English and Turkish.

Other Information

• The Translator will be required to have a personal laptop computer;
• Two samples of recent, relevant translation work will be requested, each not being longer than three pages.

Terms of Service
This is a non-staff contract under the Individual Contractor (IC) modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under an IC serve in their individual capacity and not as representative of a government institutions, corporate body or other authority external to UNDP. The incumbent shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN common system or the government and are therefore not entitled to any diplomatic privileges or any other special status or conditions.
Submission of application
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit electronic application. The closing date for receipt of applications is COB 4 May, 2015.
Applicants are required to fill and sign a P11 Form and submit it together with Curriculum Vitae on the online application.
The P11 Form can be obtained from the link below: http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc.
Please combine all your documents into one (1) single PDF document as the system only allows to upload maximum one document.
UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Intern - Programme Management UN Habitat Gender Equality Unit, Nairobi

Closing date: Friday, 1 May 2015

Posting Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT UN-HABITAT Gender Equality Unit, I
Job Code Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT
Department/ Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Posting Period: 16 April 2015-1 May 2015
Job Opening number: 15-PGM-UNHABITAT-42317-R-NAIROBI (O)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include:

1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.
2. Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-programme),
3. List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
4. A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.
At UN-Habitat, Gender Equality is viewed as a crosscutting issue among other issues like human rights, youth and climate change. A Policy and Plan for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women for 2014-19 guides the work of UN-Habitat on these issues lead by the Gender Equality Unit. A team of gender focal points has also been established in every branch and region to enhance the implementation of the gender equality work in their respective areas. In addition, an Advisory Group on Gender Issues (AGGI) was also established in 2011 to advice the Executive Director on issues relating to gender equality. All the above initiatives are geared towards ensuring that gender issues are considered in the overall UN-Habitat programming.
The UN-HABITAT Gender Equality Unit internship is for 6 months.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background and the needs of the unit.
The selected intern is expected to undertake the following tasks under the direct supervision of the Unit Leader, Gender Equality Unit:

• Support production of gender publications, reports and other publicity material;
• Work closely with gender focal points to support the monitoring of the Gender Policy and Plan for gender equality and women's empowerment and the Gender Equality Action Plan' by UN-Habitat divisions and programmes;
• Review project documents and other corporate documents with a gender 'lens' to ensure gender issues have been incorporated;
• Support work on the economic empowerment of women;
• Assist with populating the gender repository with relevant documents and publications;
• Draft speaking notes for gender events and other correspondence, as may be necessary;
• Provide support for the Advisory Group on Gender Issues (AGGI) meetings (physical and online) ensuring that online meetings are set up on time and connections are well established, and that all preparations for the physical meetings are done on time;
• Support with general tasks for the Programme Division when required;
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the gender specialist.

Competencies
Core Competencies
Communication

• 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 the audience
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Teamwork

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
• Places team agenda before personal agenda
• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
• Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Client Orientation

• Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients ' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view
• Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
• Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
• Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
• Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
• Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
• Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
• Be computer literate in standard software applications.
• Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• Studies in Gender, Human Rights, Development Studies or other social sciences preferred.

Work Experience

• Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For the internship, fluency in oral and written English and French is required.
• Knowledge of another official UN Language is desirable.

Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Intern - Programme Management (Housing and Slum Upgrading Branch), Nairobi

Closing date: Friday, 1 May 2015

Posting Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT (Housing and Slum Upgrading Branch), I
Job Code Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT
Department/ Office: United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Posting Period: 16 April 2015-1 May 2015
Job Opening number: 15-PGM-UNHABITAT-41961-R-NAIROBI (O)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include:

• A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.
• 2.Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-programme),
• List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
• A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.
The main focus of HSUB relates to the Habitat Agenda goal of 'Adequate Shelter for All', and Subprogramme 5 'Housing and Slum Upgrading' of the Strategic Framework 2014-2019. The Branch works normatively as well as provides technical advice and operational support to improve access to shelter for the world's poor and other vulnerable groups, particularly in developing countries and countries in transition.
The Housing and Slum Upgrading Branch has two Units: Housing and Slum Upgrading, which are handling in a cross-cutting manner the following programmatic areas: (i) housing policy including housing delivery systems, (ii) housing rights, (iii) slum upgrading and slum prevention, (iv) sustainable building materials and construction technologies, (v) community development, (vi) housing finance, as well as, (vii) housing and vulnerable groups.
The UN-HABITAT Housing and Slum Upgrading Branch internship is for 6 months.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background and the needs of the unit.
Under the direct supervision of the Unit Leader for Slum Upgrading and in cooperation with the PSUP Team, the intern is expected to accomplish the following listed duties
Research

• Support research on on-going country activities in ACP countries, and produce reports, country data fact sheets and concept notes
• Support the Slum Upgrading Unit in data analysis (identifying relevant data sources for slum upgrading and prevention, data analysis and presentation)
• Support the PSUP in documentation partnership agreements and other communication or information documents to participating countries
• Support the organization of PUSP events (workshops, international conferences, exhibitions and roundtables)

Project support

• Assist the Slum Upgrading Unit in the development of project proposals
• Assist the Slum Upgrading Unit in resource mobilisation, through identification of funding sources, research and project reviews Visibility and documentation
• Support the Participatory Slum Upgrading Programme by assisting in compiling reports
• Assist in the production of information materials, such as videos, calendars, planners, reports, pamphlets, powerpoints, webpages etc.
• Assist in the maintenance and daily operations of digital platforms (www.unhabitat.org/psup ; www.mypsup.org)
• Support the labelling and classification of visual materials
• Producing other information material as needed Technical backstopping and administrative support
• Assisting in compiling project documents and project forms as well as reports to donors
• Support in administrative duties as may be requested by the Slum Upgrading Unit Leader

In addition, the intern will be asked to provide support in the following tasks: Participate in the daily operations of the Branch by supporting the staff in the performance of their tasks and responsibilities, including taking part in meetings, project reviews, etc.;
Competencies
Core Competencies
Communication

• 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 the audience
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Teamwork

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
• Places team agenda before personal agenda
• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
• Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Client Orientation

• Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients ' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view
• Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
• Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
• Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
• Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
• Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
• Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
• Be computer literate in standard software applications.
• Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• Studies in Slum Upgrading, Housing, Urban Planning, Architecture, Community Management, Communication preferred.

Work Experience

• Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For the internship, fluency in oral and written English is required.
• nowledge of Spanish, French or Arabic desirable.

Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Education Specialist, Nairobi

Closing date: Tuesday, 5 May 2015

Education Specialist, P-3, Nairobi, Kenya (Temporary Appointment)
Vacancy No: E-VN-2015-000851
Duty Station: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Region: ESARO
Job Level:P-3
Position: 93424
Application Close: 05-May-15
Contract Type: Temp/Short-term Staff
Purpose of the Position
The purpose of this position is to provide a dedicated resource for the overall coordination of a common and systematic approach to identification, design, and monitoring of interventions to address SRGBV within education plans in the participating countries. These are Togo, Cote d'Ivoire, Ethiopia and Zambia. The post will be located in the Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office to facilitate coordination and support to the four participating countries.
Locating the post in ESARO will contribute to the greater strengthening of the ESARO-NYHQ Compact. Since the post will be located in the ESA regional office it will facilitate direct support to the four African countries participating in the initiative and enhance greater cross-sectoral collaboration on SRGBV at both regional and country levels. All four countries will participate in this three-year initiative to integrate best practice approaches to tackle SRGBV in Education Sector Plans and implementation.
Under the guidance of the Senior Education Advisor as the primary reporting officer and also working closely with the Regional Education Advisor ESARO, as the second reporting officer, the Education Specialist will coordinate the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the SRGBV initiative so as to ensure delivery of the key expected results as agreed with the Global Partnership on Education - GPE.
Key Expected Results
Coordinate and Support the Knowledge and Evidence Management
Coordinating and supporting the delivery of activities in the Global and Regional Activities (GRA) Results Matrix. Work with country offices and the regional offices (WCARO, ESARO) to deliver Outcome No. 1: project countries are knowledgeable about the nature and incidence of SRGBV in schools; and the use of evidence based policies and strategies to address SRGBV.
End Result(s)

• Increased number of countries in ESAR and WCAR with an available national evidence base on effective strategies to address SRGBV;
• Increase the capacity of the Local Education Groups in the four countries to systematically address SRGBV and safe schools as part of the monitoring and development of education sector plans.

Support Institutional and Technical Capacity

• Support the four country offices and the two regional offices (WCARO, ESARO) to deliver Outcome No. 2: partners in project countries have increased capacity to design, implement and monitor SRGBV interventions and based on global best practice and country level learning, by coordinating and supporting delivery of activities in the GRA Results Matrix (see Annex).
• Manage the project budget successfully and report on annual budgets and personal travel budget to UNICEF and GPE.

End Result(s)

• Local interventions identified, supported, implemented and monitored systematically to establish good practice;
• Schools, teachers and children being reached by interventions;
• Communities of learning established in target intervention areas to facilitate peer to peer learning on gender dynamics, violence and education.
• Efficient monitoring and use of funds.

Project Management

• Work with relevant HQ level partners (including but not limited to Senior Advisor, Girls Education Results Manager, Education Specialist Global Partnership for Education, UNGEI, Child Protection), country programs and the regional offices (WCARO, ESARO) to deliver Outcome No. 3: Global and regional actors actively engage with the issue of SRGBV to improve multi-level and multi-sectoral action against SRGBV

End Result(s)

• Number of global fora and mechanisms facilitated to address SRGBV;
• Number of non-project GPE countries aware and using the tools and guidance developed.

Support the Gender and Education related work of the ESARO education section

• Under the guidance of the Regional Education Adviser (the secondary reporting officer) support the work of the education section on gender and UNGEI through the provision of high quality briefings;
• representing UNICEF at relevant internal and external meetings on SRGBV;
• providing inputs into the work of others on relevant issues, and ensuring priority messages on gender and education are effectively and consistently communicated.

End Result

• Contribute to the delivery of ESARO gender and education priorities.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

• Advanced degree in education, social sciences or related technical field.
• Five or more years of solid professional work experience at the national and international levels in education, programme management, monitoring and evaluation. Familiarity with school-related gender based violence, education sector planning, analysis, monitoring and evaluation and familiarity with GPE is of particular advantage.
• Fluent in English and in another UN language, preferably French

Competencies of Successful Candidate

• Diversity and Inclusion: Treats all people with dignity and respect; shows respect and sensitivity towards cultural and religious differences; challenges prejudice, biases and intolerance in the workplace; encourages diversity wherever possible
• Integrity: Maintains high ethical standards; takes clear ethical stands, keeps promises; immediately addresses untrustworthy or dishonest behavior; resists political pressure in decision-making; does not abuse power or authority
• Commitment: Demonstrates commitment to the organization and UNICEF's mission; demonstrates the values of UNICEF in daily activities and behaviors; seeks out new challenges, assignments and responsibilities; promotes UNICEF's cause
• Core Competencies: Communication: Speaks fluently; expresses opinions, information and key points of an argument clearly; makes presentations and undertakes public speaking with skill and confidence; responds quickly to the needs of an audience and to their reactions and feedback; projects credibility; structures information to meet the needs and understanding of the intended audience; presents information in a well-structured and logical way
• Working with people: Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy; listens, supports and cares for others; consults others and shares information and expertise with them; builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well
• Drive for Results: Sets high standards for quality and quantity; monitors and maintains quality and productivity; works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves project goals; focuses on the needs and satisfaction of internal/external clients; accepts and tackles demanding goals with enthusiasm
• Managerial Competencies: Analyzing: Analyzes numerical data and all other sources of information, to break them into component parts, patterns and relationships; probes for further information or greater understanding of a problem; makes rational judgments from the available information and analysis; demonstrates an understanding of how one issue may be a part of a much larger system
• Leading and Supervising: Provides others with a clear direction; motivates and empowers others; recruits staff of a high caliber; provides staff with development opportunities and coaching; sets appropriate standards of behavior
• Formulating Strategies & Concepts: Works strategically to realize organizational goals; sets and develops strategies; identifies, develops positive and compelling visions of the organization's future potential; takes account of a wide range of issues across, and related to, the organization.
• Relating and Networking: Easily establishes good relationships with customers and staff; builds wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organization; relates well to people at all levels; manages conflict; uses humor appropriately to enhance relationships with others
• Functional Competencies: Persuading and Influencing: Gains clear agreement and commitment from others by persuading, convincing and negotiating; makes effective use of political processes to influence and persuade others; promotes ideas on behalf of oneself or others; makes a strong personal impact on others; takes care to manage one's impression on others
• Deciding and Initiating Action: Takes responsibility for actions, projects and people; takes initiative and works under own direction; initiates and generates activity and introduces changes into work processes; makes quick, clear decisions which may include tough choices or considered risks
• Applying Technical Expertise: Applies specialist and detailed technical expertise; develops job knowledge and expertise (theoretical and practical) through continual professional development; demonstrates an understanding of different organizational departments and functions
• Learning and Researching : Rapidly learns new tasks and commits information to memory quickly; demonstrates an immediate understanding of newly presented information; gathers comprehensive information to support decision making; encourages an organizational learning approach (i.e. learns from successes and failures and seeks staff and customer feedback).
• Creating and Innovating: Produces new ideas, approaches, or insights; creates innovative ways of designing projects or outputs in own work area; produces a range of solutions to problems
• Planning and Organizing: Sets clearly defined objectives; plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing circumstances; identifies and organizes resources needed to accomplish tasks; manages time effectively; monitors performance against deadlines and milestones.
• Following Instructions & Procedures: Doesn't unnecessarily challenge authority; follows procedures and policies; keeps to schedules; complies with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role
• Adapting & Responding to Change: Adapts to changing circumstances; tolerates ambiguity; accepts new ideas and change initiatives; adapts interpersonal style to suit different people or situations; shows an interest in new experiences
• Coping with Pressure and Setbacks: Maintains a positive outlook at work; works productively in a pressurized environment; keeps emotions under control during difficult situations; handles criticism well and learns from it; balances the demands of a work life and a personal life
• Entrepreneurial Thinking: Keeps up to date with trends in own work area; identifies opportunities for advancing UNICEF's mission; maintains awareness of developments in the organizational structure and politics; demonstrates financial awareness and a concern for cost-effectiveness

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

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Administrative & Finance Specialist, Nairobi

Closing date: Tuesday, 28 April 2015

Administrative & Finance Specialist, P-4, USSC Nairobi
Vacancy No: E-VN-2015-000859
Duty Station: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Region: ESARO
Job Level: P-4
Position: 00042233
Application Close: 28-Apr-15
Contract Type: Long-term Staff (FT)
Purpose of the Position
Under the general supervision of the Chief of Operations, the incumbent of this post will manage the administrative, financial and accounting functions of the country office. As the manager and functional expert of administration, finance and accounts in a large country office, the incumbent will be accountable for provision of managerial leadership and policy guidance for achievement of effective financial and administrative management and staff capacity development ensuring that the office's administrative operations and services as well as management of funds and accounts are in compliance with the organization's policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Key Expected Results

1. Responsible for timely and cost-effective provision of basic office services including space management (offices and guesthouses), equipment, communications, travel and transport, conference, document reproduction, mail and delivery, local procurement and bill payments of utilities and admin services. Negotiate and oversee matters relating to office premises, utilities and services with vendors and agencies. Ensure continuous improvement in administrative support and office services for enhanced quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
2. Responsible for appropriate, accurate and timely processing and recording of expenditures and disbursements (e.g. rental payments, trips, pension fund, insurance, direct cash transfers etc) in VISION system, in accordance with established rules and regulations. Also ensure adequate monitoring and recovery of advances and accounts receivable, and timely clearing of GL accounts as necessary.
3. Oversee administrative and financial management support and services to zone offices and sub-offices including management of guesthouses and guesthouse budget. Monitor and evaluate systems, procedures and ensure compliance with rules and regulations at the CO and in zone offices and sub-offices and make appropriate recommendations.
4. Advise and update staff on administrative policies, procedures, rules and regulations, providing authoritative advice and administrative support. Decide on the appropriate application and interpretation of administrative rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ensure arriving and departing staff are briefed on administrative procedures and requirements.
5. Review internal control for compliance with UNICEF policies, systems and procedures, ensure accuracy, promptness and appropriateness of information. Ensure that table of authority is updated regularly and there are no conflicts in segregation of duties.
6. Brief/train the staff on the application and interpretation of UN/UNICEF accounting and financial policies, regulations, procedures and delegation of authority.
7. Manage the operation budget in close coordination with the Chief of Operations to ensure that objectives are realized for smooth operations of the Country Office/sub-office, where applicable. Prepare estimates on office premises, guesthouse expenses, admin supplies and equipment requirements and coordinate operations budget preparation purposes ensuring adequate support to zone offices. Monitor and control the administrative budget.
8. Manage bank accounts in accordance with UN/UNICEF financial rules and regulations and local banking practices. Forecast liquidity and monitor the cash position. Supervise reconciliation of bank statements, keep abreast of all procedures and regulations regarding the maintenance of bank accounts, exchange and interest rates, etc. Responsible for the safekeeping of cash and cheques.
9. Develop and maintain effective working relations with other agencies, local authorities and implementing partners relating to administrative and financial matters for enhancement of information exchange, collaboration and harmonization.
10. Support the Inter-Agency Operations Management Team's approaches to enhancing UN common services to attain efficiencies and effectiveness. Represent UNICEF in the inter-agency Common Services Management Team and Inter-agency Budget Management Committee.
11. Develop training programmes to enhance effective performance and efficiency in areas of admin and financial services. Organize innovative staff learning and development programme activities for staff capacity building. Provide coaching and counselling to the staff on performance enhancement/development.
12. Coordinate with the Regional Office and HQ Divisions to support policy reform in the functional areas and make substantive recommendations on the improvement of systems and internal controls, planning, restructuring and resolution of sensitive issues.
13. Manage and control assets (non-expendable properties), their utilization and disposal in accordance with IPSAS rules. Ensure the safekeeping, annual physical inventory, including cost analysis and recommends replacement/disposal of administrative equipment and supplies. Ensure appropriate follow-up and timely action on PSB decisions.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

• An advanced university degree (Master's) in Social Sciences, Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Management, Economics, or a directly-related technical field(s) is required.
• A valid professional certification (CA; CPA; etc.) from an accredited chartered accountancy institution, in conjunction with a relevant first-level (Bachelor's) university degree in a directly-related technical field (as identified above), may be taken in lieu of an advanced university degree.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in finance, budget, accounting and/or administration is required.
• Previous knowledge of and experience with International Public Accounting Standard (IPSAS) and/or International Financial Reporting standards (IFRS) is desirable.
• Previous hands on experience in a supervisory/managerial capacity is required.
• Work experience in emergency duty station is considered an asset.
• Fluency in English (verbal and written) is required. Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is considered an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

• Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
• Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget.
• Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
• Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
• Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
• Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
• Sets clearly defined objectives and plans activities for self, own team or department.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

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Intern - Programme Management - Urban Planning and Design Branch, Nairobi

Closing Date: Wednesday, 13 November 2013

Job Title
INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT (Urban Planning and Design Branch), I
Department/ Office
United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Duty Station
NAIROBI
Posting Period
29 October 2013-13 November 2013
Job Opening number
13-PGM-UNHABITAT-31502-R-NAIROBI (O)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.
The UN-Habitat – Research and Capacity Development Branch internship is for 3 months with an opportunity for extension, pending on the needs of the department.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.
General:

• The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Leader, City Planning, Extension and Design Unit of the Urban Planning and Design Branch (UPDB) and assist in the development of the Urban Planning agenda activities in collaboration with other Units in in the Branch and, depending on the need, with other Branches in UN-HABITAT. The Intern will be involved in supporting the Branch activities, in particular:
• The development of the normative outputs of the City Planning, Extension and Design Unit by assisting in analyzing planning projects, contributing to preparation of documents, preparation of presentations and other dissemination materials;
• The implementation of field projects, by supporting Urban Planning projects of the City Planning, Extension and Design Unit in reviewing project reports, participating in briefing and assisting in project management;
• The development of new activities by participating in identification activities and development of project proposals.

Specific Duties:

• Assist in the definition and implementation of the Urban Planning and Design Branch outputs, such as urban planning methodology review, development of tools, documentation and evaluation of practices;
• Contribute to the organization of expert meetings, preparation of field missions and scoping missions.
• Assist in the development of UN-HABITAT/UPDB urban planning policy documents, guidelines, information materials, presentations through identification and review of relevant publications and documents, drafting and commenting on documents, and assisting in producing information materials.
• Update and maintain records of the Urban Planning work being undertaken by UN-HABITAT and partners.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Competencies
Core Competencies:
Communication:

• 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 the audience
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Teamwork:

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
• Places team agenda before personal agenda
• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
• Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings

Planning & 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

Client Orientation:

• Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients ' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view
• Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
• Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
• Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
• Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
• Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Education

• Applicants must be enrolled in at least the third year of a first university degree program or in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) program at the time of application, commencement and during the internship.
• Be computer literate in standard software applications;
• Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
• Have a demonstrated the ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• Advanced studies in Urban or Town Planning or Architecture (Master or PhD candidate preferable).

Work Experience

• Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is desirable.

Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include;
1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.
2.An accompanying letter (cover note) that includes; Title of degree you are currently studying, Graduation date (when you will be graduating from the programme), List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
3. A letter from your university clearly indicating the status of your enrollment, what programme you are enrolled in and the anticipated date of graduation from the programme.
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

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UNICEF Jobs. M & E Consultant Job

UNICEF Somalia Careers
REF: UNSOM/2013/047
Title:Essential Package of Health Services (EPHS) Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant
Type of Contract:Special Service Agreement (SSA)
Length Of Contract:Six (6) months
Organization Unit:Programme
Duty Station:Nairobi
Closing date of Application:4 November 2013
If you are qualified and looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the above consultancy with UNICEF Somalia.
If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.
Background:
UNICEF as part of its overall mandate to promote child survival, advocates, mobilizes resources and builds capacity in government systems and communities to improve the health, nutrition and wellbeing of children and mothers and provide quality health services which are pivotal to addressing many underlying causes of neonatal, child and maternal mortality.
UNICEF is a core partner in implementing the Joint Health and Nutrition Programme (JHNP) which is a comprehensive multi-donor, multi-partner programme aimed at improving maternal and child health and reducing mortality, while strengthening the systems that support improved quality and access to health care. It is the flagship programme supporting the development of the Somali health sector.
In 2009, the zonal Ministries of Health (MOPH) along with UNICEF had developed a set of cost-effective and high impact interventions called the Essential Package of Health Services (EPHS) that would be available to all Somalis with special focus on those living in remote and underserved areas and is the prime mechanism for strategic service provision of public health services under JHNP.
The emphasis of the EPHS is to improve the quality of service provision and access to health services with a particular focus on maternal new born and child health, thereby contributing to Somalia health sector strategic plan.
Purpose:
The overall objective of the consultancy is to develop and strengthen EPHS monitoring and evaluation system in Somalia.
The Monitoring and Evaluation consultant will develop M&E framework, build capacity of UNICEF, health authorities, implementing partners and other stakeholders; and oversee all monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities in the EPHS Project, with an eye to meeting the performance-based target indicators set by EPHS and JHNP.
This consultancy will create linkages with M&E framework under development by WHO for JHNP as well as National Health Management Information System (HMIS).
Main Duties / Responsibilities:
Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Health and daily supervision of the Maternal & Child Health Specialist, the consultant will work in close collaboration with relevant Ministries, UNICEF zonal offices and relevant sections, UNFPA, WHO Somalia and other partners. The consultant will undertake the following key tasks as part of the overall assignment.
Tasks to be performed:
Develop monitoring and evaluation framework and standard M&E tools based on JHNP and EPHS result frameworks in close collaboration with UNICEF health/nutrition/wash sections, Global Fund/GMU and the M&E department of respective zonal health authorities.
The M&E framework should take into consideration existing HMIS systems and ensure cross linkages
Contribute to the development of M&E system and updating of the monitoring database which compiles data from the standard monitoring tools, which assist UNICEF in monitoring monthly progress based on performance-based target indicators set by EPHS and helps implementing NGOs to develop proper action plan for overcoming the findings.
Provide technical and operational support and guidance to key government and EPHS implementing partners and UNICEF zonal offices in performance monitoring, evaluation and reporting carried out in a timely manner, efficiently, rigorously and transparently in compliance with the established EPHS guidelines and procedures.
Conduct regular monitoring missions to EPHS districts (once per quarter), using Ministry of Health (MoH) standard monitoring tools with the Monitoring and Evaluation department, other relevant departments of the MoH, or independently to ensure that regular monitoring and supervision of NGOs’ service delivery activities take place in EPHS districts.
Provide assistance to EPHS implementing NGOs on the use of data from HMIS, standard MOH monitoring tools, interpreting data into actions and etc.
Provide necessary information, supported from different sources (HMIS, Score Card, or any adapted Quality Assurance tool, etc.) for EPHS contract performance improvement. This includes compiling data from the mentioned sources for routine and ad-hoc reports.
Provide quarterly reports based on review of UNICEF zonal staff monthly monitoring reports, NGOs’ quarterly technical reports, HMIS reports, identify existed discrepancies, analyse progress against output indicators and provide feedback to implementing NGOs and follow it up.
Recommend remedial actions to UNICEF and the MOH in keeping with signed Programme Cooperation Agreements (PCAs) against NGOs found not to be performing well or in breach of important EPHS, MOH policies or agreed activities in PCAs.
Provide evidence and data/statistics through conducting analysis to convince the MOH, UNICEF and other stakeholders to develop and/ or revise different parts of EPHS program policies and Strategies.
Deliverables
Detailed EPHS monitoring and evaluation framework and standard M&E tools developed (35 days inclusive of 4 days for SSAFE training).
EPHS implementation guidelines on M&E developed (10 days)
Continuous capacity development including initial trainings of EPHS implementing partners and MOH staff on Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework and M&E tools (60 days)
First quarterly report submitted based on field visits and reviews of reports (5 days)
Zonal review of EPHS implementation conducted (15 days)
Final report submitted (7 days)
Time Frame and Remuneration
This consultancy will be for six months, and fees will be negotiated. Consultancy fee will be paid on submission of deliverables.
For non-residents in Kenya, USD 3,000 per month subsistence allowance (on prorated basis) will be paid irrespective of the consultant being in Nairobi or inside Somalia. During missions in Somalia, the consultant will get DSA as per current rules.
Qualification and Experience
Education:
Advanced university degree in public health, social sciences, statistics, planning development, and/or related field is required. Degree in epidemiology or biostatistics will be an added advantage.
Experience:
Essential:
Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) or equivalent degree from recognized University/College or equivalent experience; 5-7 years of work experience in multinationals or development projects with international organizations in M&E field preferably with significant experience in conflict and post-conflict countries;
Strong skills in designing, monitoring, and evaluating health interventions:
Experience in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other organizations, governmental agencies, public and private sector organizations;
Good interpersonal and communication skills and very good analytical skills and solid experience with Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Microsoft Office. Statistical analysis applications (SPSS, Stata) desired, but not required.
Knowledge and understanding of the UN system and capacity to promote consensus and establish positive working relationships.
Integrity, tact, discretion and demonstrated sensitivity to cultural differences.
Desirable:
Familiarity with the work of UN agencies in the area of health system strengthening.

Skills:
Strong skills in project management and ability to facilitate the involvement and collaboration of a broad range of external partners involved in the humanitarian response in the field of sexual and reproductive health.
Excellent coordination, communication, cross-cultural and negotiation skills; ability to convene and work with all relevant national and international stakeholders; ability to build, motivate and lead a team; gender sensitivity and understanding of cultural diversity issues; awareness of cultural and social factors particularly as related to the sexual and reproductive health situation; capacity to work under pressure and with a high degree of independence.
Conditions of Work
The consultant will be based in UNICEF Somalia Support Centre in Nairobi; however, planned field missions will be made into Somalia according to an agreed work plan to be developed at the beginning of the consultancy. This position does not support relocation expenses.
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11) form, updated CV and copies of academic certificates.
UN staff are requested to provide the last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs). Please quote the vacancy number in your application.
email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted
QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
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UN Security Jobs in WFP Kenya

UN Jobs in Kenya 2013.
UN World Food Programme – Somalia
Vacancy Announcement No. VA-047/2013
Post Title:   Security Assistant  (Supervisor)
Contract type:     Fixed Term
Post Grade:     G4
Duty Station:     Bossaso
Duration:     12 Months
Closing Date:     14th August  2013
Organizational background
The World Food Programme Somalia activities include food assistance for nutrition, livelihoods, relief and emergency school feeding, while also supporting humanitarian air and logistics services, food security coordination and infrastructure rehabilitation projects.
This position is open to qualified Somali candidates with good knowledge of the local area. Female candidates in particular, are encouraged to apply.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the WFP Field Security Officer (FSO) and under the overall supervision of the Head of Area Office Bossaso, the incumbent undertakes the following responsibilities:
•    Assist in reviewing countrywide security situation on a daily basis and  provide preliminary analysis as required,
•    Day to day supervision of the guards and the government provided Special Protection Units (SPU),
•    Assist in maintaining the Security Plan up-to-date, including updating list of staff and eligible family members,
•    Contribute to the update of fire safety arrangements,
•    Maintain Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) for equipment , assist in developing and implementing MOSS and ensuring that all WFP offices are compliant,
•    Monitor the security service of the  guards and ensure continuous coverage of security check points at all times,
•    Maintaining a weekly security  guard shift  and process  of overtime schedules,
•    Intervene personally to resolve problems or refer them immediately to the supervisor,
•    Instruct personnel in the performance of security services,
•    Maintain and ensure that security records are properly kept and updated,
•    Respond to personnel and telephone enquiries and provide appropriate information,
•    Supervise the issuance of building passes and issue building passes,
•    Prepare for the arrival of groups and special guests to WFP,
•    Investigate and provide report on all incidents that involve a breach of security procedures,
•    Report all suspicious activities threat or risk,
•    Liaise as necessary with the local administration, police authorities, fire services and other emergency services,
•    Supervise ,train and discipline  other security staff ,
•    Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Secondary school education supplemented by courses/diploma in security training and/or certified graduation from military/police academy.
Experience: Four years of security experience within a national/military police or a private security company.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Somali is a requirement
Knowledge: Background directly related with security issues. Good political and social knowledge of the country. Training and/or practical experience in maintaining electronic security databases, using standard computer applications and operation of the automated alarm and video surveillance systems. Knowledge of how to operate metal detectors and other security equipment.
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications only according to the following procedures:
•    All applications must include an accurately filled in Personal History Form (P11) available at  the following link http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc to be sent by e-mail to HR-SOM@wfp.org
•    Candidates should indicate the position that they are applying for, Vacancy Announcement number, job title and location in the subject header line;
•    Hand delivered applications will no longer be accepted;
•    Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded;
•    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Supply Chain Officer - Procurement, Kenya

Based in Lodwar the position holder will coordinate the overall planning and organization of the functions of procurement (i.e. acquisition, transport, storage and control of equipment and materials) for efficient and effective support of program implementation for the Lodwar Program.
This position reports to the Deputy Field Coordinator
Key Tasks:

• Oversee the receiving, storage and dispatching of supplies and project materials to the respective areas
• Ensure effective and efficient logistics support for daily area operations including procurement and supplies, all being implemented in accordance within the policies and standards, as well as approved budgets
• Participate in the tendering process including preparation of tender documents relating to construction materials and equipment
• Prepare procurement plans in conjunction with relevant departments
• Ensure that procurement status reports are up to date at all times and are shared appropriately
• Oversee the warehouse operations to ensure stock security adherence to policies, process, procedure and guidelines
• Ensure that all records including inventory lists of IRC items and equipment are updated and easily available to authorized users
• Ensure that the periodic inventory reports are prepared as required internally by IRC and/or by donors ie monthly, quarterly, yearly
• Ensure the functionality of IRC Lodwar fleet of vehicles and equipment to support program implementation
• Ensure proper vehicle and other equipment utilization, maintenance, fuel consumption and monitoring and controls systems as per IRC policies and procedures
• Assign duties, supervise and appraise section staff.
• Represent Supply chain department in inter departmental meetings.

Minimum Requirements :

• Higher National Diploma in Business Administration or Logistics with basic accounting knowledge
• At least National Certificate level training in Purchasing and Supplies preferred.
• At least 5 years' of relevant working experience in field logistics.
• Excellent inter personal and communication skills
• High level of personal integrity
• Good team leader
• Organised and a good planner with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Significant understanding of complex emergencies
• Understanding of various donors requirements
• Excellent working skills with Microsoft Office and a database package.

Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.

The recruiting organization (International Rescue Committee (IRC)) has not specified a closing date for this vacancy. While we regularly check to ensure that this vacancy remains open, please visit the recruiting organization's website for its current status. 

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Communications and Knowledge Manager, Kenya

Category : Consultant
Location/City : 1 - 1
Id : 3119

We are currently seeking a Communications and Knowledge Manager for the multi-year, USAID-funded REGAL-AG project in Kenya, focused on building vibrant livestock value chains and improving the lives of producers and other marginalized value chain actors. As the project activities are focused in the two counties of Marsabit and Isiolo, significant travel is required to these two counties.

 

Breaking News Kenya

Responsibilities:

• Design, manage and implement the project's communication strategy that utilizes various media including online platforms, a monitoring and evaluation portal for USAID, social media, and mobile apps.
• Compile market and project information from project staff, partners and beneficiaries to communicate activities, success stories and results for USAID and stakeholders through project newsletters, technical briefs and media outlets.
• Supervise the M&E and Learning Advisor and work in close cooperation with project staff and partners.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in respective technical field and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or a BA/BS in related technical field with 10 years of experience.
• Experience providing leadership and managing multiple highly complex project components.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team. 
  Superior demonstrated writing and oral presentation skills (ability to provide an original writing sample required).
• Excellent English is mandatory, local languages highly desirable.

No phone calls please.  Only finalists contacted.  Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE. Please apply by July 10, 2013.

The recruiting organization (ACDI/VOCA) has not specified a closing date for this vacancy. While we regularly check to ensure that this vacancy remains open, please visit the recruiting organization's website for its current status. 

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Fund Monitoring Specialist, Nairobi

Closing Date: Wednesday, 10 July 2013
Purpose of the Position
Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Operations, the incumbent will be responsible for mitigating risks related to all sectors.
Key Expected Results

• Conducts regular assessments of Implementing Partners in order to ascertain that programme funds are being used for the purpose they were intended for by developing & implementing an Assurance Activities Plan, including Spot-checks, Programmatic Reviews and Scheduled Audits.
• Participate in Spot-checks.
• Follow-up on Sections' Harmonised Approach to Cash Transfers HACT(financial and programmatic) spot-checks and their action on the pertaining recommendations.
• Establish a central Project Cooperation Agreement database.
• Manages the locally established transactions processing center (VISION Hub);
• Ensures completeness and soundness of transactions supporting documents in accordance with UNICEF rules and regulations prior to initiating the process in SAP/VISION system.
• Reviews/updates the office roles mapping, manages the VISION manager service system and acts as the SAP/VISION training resource person and coordinator.
• Updates and implements the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Plan and related mitigation measures for the identified high risk areas.
• Follow up on key risks identified in the ERM plan by consulting staff in Nairobi and Field Offices, the effectiveness of mitigation measures and look for solutions to risks in all CO categories.
• Ensure audible programme documentation is available, accessible and meet auditing standards.
• Coordinate operations and programme self-assessment exercises.
• Review whether the decisions and/or recommendations of previous audit reports have been followed through by the office.
• Review the pace of project progress and identify and analyse the causes for delays.
• Meets with national and international agencies covering the management of programme/projects.
• Participates in meetings with Ministries responsible for programme/project review, and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements. Assists in the development and/or introduction of new approaches, methods and practices in project management and evaluation.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

• Advanced university degree in accounting, business administration, economics, financial management or related field(s) is required.
• Certification from an accredited professional accountancy body or chartered accountancy institute in conjunction with a relevant first-level university degree may be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree Minimum of five years of relevant work experience in Finance, Budgets, Accounting or directly-related field is required.
• Previous work experience within an international organization is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese) is considered an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

• Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
• Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
• Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
• Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
• Ensures that team or department follows relevant company policies and procedures.
• Sets, develops and revises organizational strategy and develops clear visions of the organization's future potential.
• Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
• Sets clearly defined objectives and produces comprehensive project plans for the organization.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.




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Interpreter (English), Nairobi

Closing Date: Sunday, 04 August 2013

Job Title
INTERPRETER (English), P3
Department/ Office
United Nations Office at Nairobi
Duty Station
NAIROBI
Posting Period
5 June 2013-4 August 2013
Job Opening number
13-LAN-UNON-27508-R-NAIROBI (L)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. UNON supports programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). The post is located in the English Interpretation Unit, Interpretation Section, Division of Conference Services (UNON).
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Interpretation Section, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

• Servicing up to seven meetings per week (exceptionally eight), usually of no more than three hours duration, of various United Nations bodies.
• English, French, Russian or Spanish interpreters provide interpretation, as required, into an official language of speeches or statements given in two other official languages. Arabic or Chinese interpreters provide interpretation into Arabic or Chinese of speeches given in a UN official language and interpretation into English or French – as appropriate – of speeches given in Arabic or Chinese.
• May occasionally be assigned to sensitive meetings.
• May function as team leader of all interpreters assigned to a given meeting.
• May perform other related duties, as required.

Competencies
Professionalism:

• Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration; split-second accuracy.
• Ability to work under continuous stress and deliver clear interpretation on an exceedingly broad range of subjects.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; 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.

Teamwork:

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Accountability:

• Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Communication:

• 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.

Education

• A first-level degree from a university or institution of equivalent status is required. Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations Competitive Examination for English Interpreters.

Work Experience

• A minimum of two years of internationally recognized professional interpreting experience.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For the post advertised perfect command of English, which must be the candidate's primary language, is required.
• Excellent command of two other official United Nations languages is required.
• Other UN official languages would be an asset.

Assessment Method

• Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice
Staff members are subject to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. 1. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. 2. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira 'Need Help?' link.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.