Jobs at United Nations Office at Nairobi in Kenya- Chief Translation

Job Title:

Chief of Translation Unit (Senior Reviser) (6 Posts), P5

Department/ Office:

United Nations Office at Nairobi

Duty Station:

NAIROBI

Posting Period:

27 March 2012-26 May 2012

Job Opening number:

12-LAN-UNON-22817-R-NAIROBI (L)


United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity


Org. 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 (UN-HABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference, security and information services. This post is located in the Translation and Editorial Section of the Division of Conference Services (DCS), UNON, under the broad supervision of the Chief of the Section. Senior Revisers supervise staff in their respective Language Unit. (These are six posts for revisers for various languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish)



Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Senior Reviser will be responsible for the following duties:

• Managing, supervising and monitoring the performance of all staff in the Unit. Carrying out programmatic/management and administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Unit and Section, including evaluation of staff performance (PAS).• Revises translations including those dealing with subjects of an exceptionally sensitive, complex or technical nature.
•Translates texts of an exceptionally sensitive, complex or technical nature.
•Directs the conduct of terminological research within the translation Unit concerned.
•Counsels and assists revisers and translators/and editors and reportwriters, where applicable, at and away from Headquarters in addition to performing all or some of their functions.
•Assists the Chief of Section in the preparation of terminology materials to meet the needs of the Unit concerned.
•Assists the Chief of Section in the preparation of instructions.
•Assists the Chief of Section in monitoring the quality of in-house and contractual translations.
•Trains junior language staff.
•Programmes daily and long-term work of the Unit.
•Assists the Chief Section in selecting texts for United Nations competitive examinations, in marking candidates’ scripts and in evaluating results.
•Serves as officer-in-charge in the absence of the Chief of Service/Section.
•Performs other related duties as Chief of Unit, arranges and organises the work of a team of external translators, including quality control and performance monitoring.



Competencies
Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate excellent writing and analytical skills. Ability to maintain the highest standard of accuracy, consistency and faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original text. Knowledge of terminological and reference research techniques with ability to use all sources of information. Knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e. political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical. Ability to demonstrate the highest level of versatility, judgement and discretion, tact and negotiating skills. Familiarity with the range of issues relating to management of the Translation Services. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

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.
Leadership: Strong managerial/supervisory skills; tact and negotiating skills, good judgment and decision-making skills. Demonstrated flexibility in leadership by performing and/or overseeing the analysis of complex administrative management policy and programme issues. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives into substantive work; commitment to the goal of achieving gender balance in staffing.
Managing performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.



Education

A first-level degree from a university or institution of equivalent status. Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations Competitive Examination for Translators in the primary language of the post.



Work Experience
A minimum of ten years of experience in translation, selfrevision, revision and use of relevant computer software, electronic tools and databases.



Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised perfect command of the language of the Unit which must be the candidate’s primary language. Excellent command of two other official United Nations languages is required.



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. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.

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.



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.

How to Apply:
https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=22817&

Deadline:26th May 2012

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Jobs at Oxfam in Kenya- Operations Manager

Job Title: Operations Manager, Nairobi
Closing Date: Friday, 13 April 2012

Level C1, Golbal accompanied position Salary: GBP24,245 - GBP30,853 net per annum plus other benefits

Have you managed Finance, Human Resources, Information Systems, Logistics and Administration Departments before? If yes, this is your opportunity to join a dynamic team working on changing poor people's lives. An exciting opportunity exists for a seasoned professional to play a strategic role in the Senior Management Team of the Oxfam's Kenya programme.

Oxfam in Kenya implements a large and complex programme that incorporates both rapid and slow onset emergencies as well as longer term development and policy work within Northern Kenya (specifically in Dadaab, Wajir and Turkana) and Nairobi. Through a 'one programme' or holistic approach, Oxfam focuses on humanitarian, development and advocacy initiatives that ensures long lasting change happens whilst fulfilling Oxfam's humanitarian mandate. .

To help ensure compliance and the delivery of operational responsibilities within a programme portfolio, increasingly implemented by partners and funded by a diverse range of donors, Oxfam is seeking a highly innovative and motivated individual for the position of Operations Manager

Reporting to the Country Director, you will provide overall leadership and management on all aspects of programme support, including managing and contributing to the work of HR, Finance, Logistics & Administration and Fundraising teams. You will be responsible for overseeing the functioning of the Kenya programme office to ensure that office systems run in an efficient and co-ordinated manner. Working with the Regional Centre IT team you will maintain an overview of information technology and communications requirements and manage their implementation accordingly. In close collaboration with the finance team you will be expected to ensure accurate and timely input into the production of financial reports to donors as well as effective tracking and reporting on multiple donor funded programmes, ensuring that the programme is cost effective, efficient and complies with all organisational standards of management and accountability. You will identify and design appropriate training for staff and partners in the areas of logistics & administration, finances, human resources and fundraising.

To be successful in this role, you will need a Bachelor of commerce Degree (Finance, Accounting, HR) or related field and previous in-depth work experience of programme service management (human resources, finance, capital assets, information management and logistics) in emergency and/or development context in an international setting is essential. You will be required to be an assertive communicator, proven decision- maker and be in possession of excellent people management skills as well as the ability to work innovatively with minimal supervision. You'll have well-developed interpersonal and cross-cultural skills and demonstrable ability to be flexible in demanding situations. An excellent oral and written communications skill in English is essential.
How to apply:

If you believe that you fit the job and the person profile please send your application to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using REF INT5309. The closing date for applications is 13th April 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Deadline:13th April 2012

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Jobs at African Wildlife Foundation in Kenya- Program Director

Job Title: Program Director Conservation Enterprise, Nairobi
Closing Date: Friday, 27 April 2012

This position will provide the vision and intellectual capital needed to achieve sustainable conservation outcomes through commercial activity.

OVERVIEW

For more than 50 years, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) has been an important player in African conservation and sustainable development. As a key strategy for creating sustainable conservation outcomes, AWF regularly engages in social enterprise ventures across all of its African Heartlands. These ventures create partnerships between communities and the private sector, and model how triple bottom line projects should work - profitable business ventures, economic development for communities, and legally binding conservation covenants. Collectively, AWF's enterprise ventures represent millions of dollars of investment and span a range of sectors including conservation tourism, livestock management, agricultural production and marketing, and fisheries management.

DUTIES AND CONTEXT

The Program Director will report directly to AWF's President, and serve as a member of AWF's senior program leadership team. S/he will form a strategic vision for furthering AWF's conservation mission through opportunities created by commercial activity. In addition to expanding AWF's portfolio of successful enterprises in the tourism sector, the Program Director will work to grow AWF's impact in other critical sectors such as agriculture and livestock. S/he will also play an important role in expanding AWF's geographic presence. On an annual basis, the Program Director will help to identify conservation goals around which AWF's efforts will be focused. S/he will ensure that enterprises are designed to be both commercially viable and deliver on AWF's desired conservation outcomes. The Program Director will oversee AWF's conservation enterprise team to ensure they are following best practices and delivering excellent enterprise projects within AWF's conservation landscapes.

This will be a highly visible position and so the Program Director must be seen as a subject-matter expert in the field of social enterprise as applied in the context of African conservation. S/he will have the ability and necessary private sector contacts to identify and develop enterprise opportunities across a variety of geographies and sectors. The Program Director must be a visionary who is able to position AWF as the go-to organization for effective conservation-based social enterprises in Africa.

REQUIREMENTS

10+ Years of Experience. MBA or Related Masters. Proven Entrepreneur. Natural Leader. Project Management. Cultural Sensitivity. Financial Acumen. Negotiation Expertise. Business Development. Passion for Conservation. Tourism Experience Preferred. Superb English. French Preferred.

SUPERVISOR President

COMPENSATION Highly Competitive
How to apply:

TO APPLY

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to: jobs@awf.org with the subject "PD-CE". Applications will be kept in strict confidence.

Please use your cover letter to summarize a vision for utilizing social enterprise to further AWF's mission.

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Jobs at African Wildlife Foundation in Kenya- Program Director

Job Title: Program Director Conservation Enterprise, Nairobi
Closing Date: Friday, 27 April 2012

This position will provide the vision and intellectual capital needed to achieve sustainable conservation outcomes through commercial activity.

OVERVIEW

For more than 50 years, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) has been an important player in African conservation and sustainable development. As a key strategy for creating sustainable conservation outcomes, AWF regularly engages in social enterprise ventures across all of its African Heartlands. These ventures create partnerships between communities and the private sector, and model how triple bottom line projects should work - profitable business ventures, economic development for communities, and legally binding conservation covenants. Collectively, AWF's enterprise ventures represent millions of dollars of investment and span a range of sectors including conservation tourism, livestock management, agricultural production and marketing, and fisheries management.

DUTIES AND CONTEXT

The Program Director will report directly to AWF's President, and serve as a member of AWF's senior program leadership team. S/he will form a strategic vision for furthering AWF's conservation mission through opportunities created by commercial activity. In addition to expanding AWF's portfolio of successful enterprises in the tourism sector, the Program Director will work to grow AWF's impact in other critical sectors such as agriculture and livestock. S/he will also play an important role in expanding AWF's geographic presence. On an annual basis, the Program Director will help to identify conservation goals around which AWF's efforts will be focused. S/he will ensure that enterprises are designed to be both commercially viable and deliver on AWF's desired conservation outcomes. The Program Director will oversee AWF's conservation enterprise team to ensure they are following best practices and delivering excellent enterprise projects within AWF's conservation landscapes.

This will be a highly visible position and so the Program Director must be seen as a subject-matter expert in the field of social enterprise as applied in the context of African conservation. S/he will have the ability and necessary private sector contacts to identify and develop enterprise opportunities across a variety of geographies and sectors. The Program Director must be a visionary who is able to position AWF as the go-to organization for effective conservation-based social enterprises in Africa.

REQUIREMENTS

10+ Years of Experience. MBA or Related Masters. Proven Entrepreneur. Natural Leader. Project Management. Cultural Sensitivity. Financial Acumen. Negotiation Expertise. Business Development. Passion for Conservation. Tourism Experience Preferred. Superb English. French Preferred.

SUPERVISOR President

COMPENSATION Highly Competitive
How to apply:

TO APPLY

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to: jobs@awf.org with the subject "PD-CE". Applications will be kept in strict confidence.

Please use your cover letter to summarize a vision for utilizing social enterprise to further AWF's mission.

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Communication Consultant Jobs at UNICEF in Kenya

Job Title: Polio/EPI Communication Consultant, Nairobi
Closing Date: Monday, 02 April 2012

Justification

Performances of the Immunization and Surveillance systems remain suboptimal. Challenges for EPI and surveillance include large populations living in urban slum settlements, large refugee populations, nomadic populations that move with livestock across borders, and insecurity in some areas.

Kenya previously made progress towards the polio eradication goal. The last indigenous wild poliovirus found in Kenya was in 1984 but in 2006 and 2009 the country suffered importations from Somalia and Sudan, respectively. In 2010, a wild poliovirus was detected in Eastern Uganda and was genetically linked to the 2009 outbreak in Kenya indicating that there was missed circulation for 18 months. In 2011, a wild poliovirus was detected in western Kenya and was related to the one in Uganda in 2010. This clearly indicated that again there was missed circulation between the two countries. Both countries responded to this outbreak in line with set recommendations although there is evidence of low population immunity and sub-optimal surveillance in the affected areas and the SIA response campaign performance was sub-optimal.

Currently 54 percent of districts report DPT 3 and Polio 3 coverage below 80% with 10 districts reporting coverage less than 50%. The findings of a Gap analysis indicate health systems challenges at all levels key of which is that Advocacy, communication and Social mobilization is largely not prioritized. The National communication Action Plan for Immunization and surveillance has not been finalized in spite of support provided by UNICEF; there is no district with a communication micro-plan due to inadequate capacity at the district level in communication and support by the National level.

In many instances, community level social mobilization for EPI and surveillance activities are integrated with other health activities such as bed net distribution. This is in spite of the country having a network of community health workers, an established administrative system to the village level, availability of stakeholders including line Ministries that undertake interventions at the community level, community based organizations and other NGOs working at the lowest and a dedicated workforce delivering vaccines to children at immunization sites. A KAP study undertaken during 2011 polio outbreak investigation, highlighted fear by women to take sick children for immunization, inadequate participation of men in immunization in spite of them being the dominant decision makers, fear by women who did not attend ANC clinic of being reprimanded by health care providers if they take children for immunization, perception that children get sick when immunized and cultural and religious barriers. There is thus need to develop sustainable channels of communication to ensure all children access and utilize immunization services including during SIA, immunization weeks and child health days.

In view of the intricate interelation/day to day coordination of the work of the Specialist to the work of other health section team members and the overall accountability of the Chief of Health for EPI and Polio eradication, the Polio/EPI Communication Specialist will report to the Chief of Health but will work under the technical oversight and guidance of the Chief of Communication for Development.

Scope of Work

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Health and the technical guidance of the Chief of C4D Section, the candidate's, responsibilities will include:

a. Design and facilitate the implementation of evidence based communication strategies and plans of action aiming at: (1) behavior change at individual/household levels; (2) social mobilization of civil society organizations; and (3) increased community participation in EPI and polio eradication activities in collaboration with UNICEF and government programme.

b. Support the government to Monitor, evaluate and report on EPI and polio eradication activities through country specific and globally established reporting / tracking mechanisms.

c. Reports on communication research findings to the Government of Kenya, Immunization and Surveillance partners, UNICEF regional offices and HQ

d. Ensure exchanges of experience and new communication methods to government officials, EPI and polio eradication programme staff and other UNICEF partners.

e. In collaboration with partners, organize/manage the formative research, development, pre-testing and production of culturally relevant communication materials to ensure effective and efficient programme delivery and behavior change.

f. Support the country programs to develop partnerships with various religious groups, traditional leaders, teachers, artists and other organized groups in the community, as well as civil society organizations, to orient them on country programme goals and to solicit their involvement and support;

g. Develop training materials and activities to build capacity in participatory and behaviour communication at various government levels, in support of programme sustainability.

h. Provide technical support to government counterparts in the development and appropriate use of communication for social development, aimed at both individual behaviour change and collective action.

RWPPCR/IRs areas covered

IR 2: Increasing number of households practicing improved health and HIV/AIDS practices with focus on reaching the un-reached by 2013 and sustained after that. (Area covered Immunization)

Expected Deliverables

 Updated national immunisation communication plan taking into consideration the devolved system of governance and emerging evidence;

 National/sub-national evidence based communication plan addressing the needs of the nomadic. mobile and hard to reach populations of Kenya;

 National and sub-national polio–EPI communications research agenda for Kenya

 Report on inventory of key communication stakeholders with an outline of areas of collaboration with UNICEF and the MoPHS;

 Operational document guiding polio/EPI communication by community health workers; and

 Quarterly comprehensive national status report on polio/EPI communication plan implementation.

Desired background and experience

 Advanced university degree in the Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health Education with emphasis on participatory communication, communication planning, social mobilization, participatory research, training and impact evaluation of communication interventions.

 Five years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in the planning and management of social development programmes, including two years in developing countries, with practical experience in the adaptation and application of communication planning processes to specific programmes. Fluency in English

Competencies of Successful Candidate

Knowledge of current developments the fields of communication theory, motivational psychology, adult learning theory, indigenous media, community organization and participation;
Training in strategic communication planning, behavior analysis, formative research and evaluation of communication interventions;
Proven skills in communication, networking, advocacy and negotiations;
Ability to organize and implement training, including development of curricula and methodologies;
Ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
Computer skills, including internet navigation, and various office applications.

How to apply:

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula vitae, to;

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

Please indicate Reference No. "KCO/SSA/HLTH/2011-004" in the email subject. Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form, which can be downloaded from the UNICEF

Deadline:2nd April 2012

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Jobs at UNOPS in Kenya- Budget Assistant

Job Title: Budget Assistant

Vacancy code VA/2012/B5001/143
Position title Budget Assistant
Department/office NAO, Mine Action
Duty station Nairobi, Kenya
Application period 27-Mar-2012 to 17-Apr-2012
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Background Information - UNOPS

“UNOPS plays a critical role in providing management services for our life-saving, peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. I have seen many examples of how these activities help suffering people in troubled parts of the world.”
-Ban Ki-moon, United Nations Secretary-General

UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.

By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.

UNOPS employs around 3,500 personnel annually and on behalf of its partners creates thousands more work opportunities in local communities. With its headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, a network of five regional offices and a further 20 operations and project centres, UNOPS oversees activities in more than 80 countries.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.
Background Info - BU NAO

North America Regional Office
The UNOPS North America Regional Office provides services that help implement projects for a range of partners, and support operations run by the UNOPS Mine Action Cluster, Small Grants Cluster and Development Group Cluster. In addition, the office serves as a liaison between UNOPS headquarters and its Executive Board, which supports and supervises UNOPS activities globally.

The UN Somalia Mine Action Programme (UNSOMA) is operating under the responsibility of the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), executed by UNOPS. The Mine Action Programme in Somalia started in Somaliland (1992-1993,1997-1998 and 1999-present), and Puntland (2003-2005), and has implemented capacity building projects, provided technical assistance for the national Somaliland and Puntland Mine Action Centres and the Police Explosive Ordnance disposal teams.

In South Central Somalia, UNSOMA is expanding the activities in support of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). In complement to the provision of capacity building and support for the AMISOM forces to undertake EOD (Explosive Ordnance) activities in Mogadishu to reduce the large amounts of Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) and stockpiles throughout the city, Police EOD teams are deployed in Mogadishu in concert with an emergency Mine Risk Education initiatives to reach the large numbers of returnees for provision of humanitarian assistance. Other regional offices will be established during the current year.

UNSOMA has an office in Nairobi to provide managerial and support functions for the Regional Offices in Somalia.
Functional Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Admin/Finance Specialist, the Budget Assistant provides a variety of finance, accounting, and budget functions related to Project Accounting, Budgeting and Financial Reporting. The Budget Assistant ensures high quality, accuracy and consistency of work and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNOPS financial rules and regulations.

The incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Budget:

Assistance in information-gathering for budget preparation.
Assistance in the review and adjustment of project budget revisions.
Maintenance of the budget database by verifying and entering approved budgets. Budget revisions in accordance with agreements and guidelines of funding agency.
Assist in recording and updating budget files in the system
Setting up of Budgets in ERP system as required

Monitoring of expenditure:

Review and adjustment of project expenditures/obligations against the approved budgets.
Review and confirmation of validity of charges by verifying authorized amounts and ensuring availability of budget and funds.
Assist in preparing cashflows and forecasts based on expenditure reports
Analysis of expenditure reports, investigation and adjustment as required.
Communication with colleagues/clients on areas requiring verification, corrections, additional information, etc. to improve quality of output and/or account submission and increase knowledge base in the process.
Monitoring of cash requirements and expenditures

Other:

Maintenance of PO and voucher module
Draft reversal requests
Draft temporary charges requests and monitor temp charges
Assist in verification of operational advances and ensure they are charged to correct Charter of account at the time of reconciliation
Assist in drafting monthly reports

Competencies

Ability to perform a variety of standard tasks related to financial resources management, including screening and collecting documentation, financial data processing, filing, provision of information
Knowledge of UNOPS financial rules and regulations, accounting an advantage
Ability to interact and communicate within a team and with clients
Strong IT skill, in particular in EXCEL
Ability to adhere to work assignments and meet designated deadlines.
Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
Good inter-personal and communications skills and the ability to interact readily with UN staff members at all levels.
Must have keen sense of ethics and integrity in dealing with clients and service providers.
Ability to work in a multi-national/multi-cultural environment.
Contract type, level and duration


Contract type: Local individual contractor
Contract level: LICA-3
Contract duration: 12 months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding

Additional Considerations

Please note that the closing date is midnight East African time
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post


How to Apply:
https://gprs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=143

Deadline:17th April 2012

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Security Coordinator Job Vacancy at Relief International in Kenya

Job Title: Regional Security Coordinator, Nairobi
Closing Date: Monday, 23 April 2012

POSITION: Regional East Africa Security Coordinator

LOCATION: Nairobi (Kenya) or Juba South Sudan with frequent field residencies in the region required.

DURATION: One year with possibility of extension

ABOUT RI: Relief International (RI) is a leading global change organization and home to teams of humanitarian activist-professionals committed to transforming adversity into renewal for the world's most vulnerable populations. By partnering with beneficiaries and communities on the front-lines, RI innovatively bridges the gap between immediate relief and long-term community development.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Regional Security Coordinator (RSC) will take on a rigorous leadership role in each country of focus and as a security and safety point person for all RI regional programs via Nairobi interagency coordination. The Security Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and advising on safety and security management of all activities in Kenya, Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, Uganda and new country programs in the region as they evolve. In addition, the Security Coordinator will be responsible for formulating and submitting timely and accurate reports to HQ, while representing the programs and organization in-country. The position is based either in Nairobi or Juba, but requires 60% time in each of the target country programs.

Position requires: 1. At least 3 years of international security experience working in conflict affected countries and complex relief settings in the fields of both security & communications.

At least 2 years experience providing security and safety support for international NGOs (required).

Demonstrated knowledge of UN, ECHO, MOSS, and other standard INGO security frameworks.

Excellent references reflecting demonstrated teamwork, maturity of judgment, tolerance for hardship and stress, leadership and integrity of character.

Fluency in English – written and verbal. Arabic knowledge an advantage.

Ability and willingness to train country staff counterparts; proven training leadership required.

Must be able to demonstrate strong writing, reporting, and situational analysis skills.

This is an unaccompanied post based in the RI Nairobi or Juba Office and field and sub offices in Sudan, South Sudan, Kenya, Uganda, and Somalia. RI provides living accommodations and local transportation only at country program sites.
How to apply:

To Apply: send resume, cover letter, writing sample, salary history, date of availability, and 3 professional references to hrinternational@ri.org. Subject line must include: Regional East Africa Security Coordinator


Deadline:23rd April 2012

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Jobs at Nzoia Sugar Company Limited in Kenya- Head of ICT

Job Title: Head of ICT

Reports To: Managing Director

Job Role: To develop Nzoia Sugar Company ICT Strategy, implement the strategy and ensure the design and selection of ICT applications and infrastructure support capacity and to drive the strategic business objectives of Nzoia Sugar Company.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

To participate in Nzoia Sugar Company's strategic planning process by developing and implementing Nzoia Sugar Company's ICT strategy in consultation with the ICT Steering Committee
To initiate IT-related budgeting and planning and ensure its alignment to Nzoia Sugar Company's goals and objectives.
To Control and manage all operational and capital ICT expenditures and ensure that it is carried out within the approved budget
To plan for additions and major modifications to the Nzoia Sugar Company's applications and infrastructure in liaison with the ICT Steering Committee
To ensure that design and selection of ICT applications and infrastructure support the strategic objectives of NSC
To champion the ICT change and provide leadership to the Applications, Database and Networks & Infrastructure teams.
To manage Nzoia Sugar Company's website.
To ensure ICT facilities meet the needs of individuals and projects.
To offer overall responsibility for protection of Nzoia Sugar Company's information assets including overseeing development and maintenance of systems security, access controls and disaster recover management
To ensure all ICT projects, policies and procedures meet Nzoia Sugar Company's quality objectives
To Liaise with all departments and outreach offices to continuously identify new ICT requirements.
To develop service level agreements between ICT and the business and ensure that these are achieved.
To Lead and drive a culture of innovation and creativity in seeking ICT solutions to organizational challenges.

Qualifications and Experience

A first degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Post graduate degree or diploma in ICT, or a relevant discipline.
Certification from relevant recognized professional bodies.
At least 7 years of progressive experience in ICT at least 2 of which should be at the Senior Management level.
Below 50 years.

Skills and competencies

Excellent interpersonal relations and communication skills at various levels of management and the Board
Ability to conceptualize and convert ideas into solutions Understanding of the business environment and developments in ICT which impact the business
Exposure to the sugar or agriculture industry will be an added advantage
Relevant professional certifications from recognized professional bodies will be an added advantage
Proven experience in fibre optic and wireless networks


How to Apply:
Applicants interested in the above position should send their curriculum vitae, 2 passport size photographs, academic and professional qualifications, copy of the identification card together with the mobile/day time telephone contacts so as to reach the under mentioned on or before 18th April 2012.

Managing Director
Nzoia Sugar Company Limited

Deadline: 18th April 2012

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Planning Manager Jobs at Nzoia Sugar Company Limited in Kenya

Job Title: Strategy & Planning Manager

Reports to: Managing Director

Job Role: To monitor company's performance trend and implementation of the strategic plan.

He/She will be responsible for the following key objectives

To review and advise relevance of various aspects of the company strategic plan to company's current needs and aspirations.
To collect, collate and analyse company statistical data,
To regularly advise executive on the company's performance trend.

Key tasks and Responsibilities

To analyse company key performance areas against targets.
To facilitate establishment, analysis, storage, and reporting of relevant statistics e.g. correlation cane received vs sugar production, fertilizer issue vs extension activities, cane received vs harvesting and transport activities etc.
To analyse mobile plant and pool transport utilization. This will entail analysis of plant hours and distances vs fuels etc.
To develop plans for strategy implementation.
To ensure formulation and review of relevant departmental plans and policy documents are well aligned to the corporate strategic plan.
To monitor, review and report progress of strategic plan implementation on a regular basis and co-ordinate strategy formulation and review.
To coordinate development, negotiation and implementation of performance contracting activities.
To develop, implement and review Business processes.
To ensure identification, execution and reporting of corporate research activities to guide effective strategic planning.
To coordinate formulation and implementation of annual work plans.

Qualifications, and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in either Economics, Agricultural Economics, Business Management (Finance Option).
MBA or Post graduate Diploma in Strategic Management.
Innovative, visionary and tea-m player
Relevant experience in sugar industry will be an added advantage
7 years work experience of which 2 years must be in Strategic Planning, Performance Management, and research services environment.

Skills, Competence

Computer literate
Good communication skills
Good negotiation skills.
Team player
Report writing skills
Analytical skills
Knowledge of SPSS or other data analysis
Ability to work under pressure.
Proven experience in change management
Age: Below 50 years.


How to Apply:
Applicants interested in the above position should send their curriculum vitae, 2 passport size photographs, academic and professional qualifications, copy of the identification card together with the mobile/day time telephone contacts so as to reach the under mentioned on or before 18th April 2012.

Managing Director
Nzoia Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 285
Bungoma

9001:2008 ISO Certified Company

Deadline: 8th April 2012

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Nzoia Sugar Company Limited Jobs Vacancies

Job Title: Shift Engineer Mechanical

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Job Role: To effectively co-ordinate and control operations and maintenance activities for a shift and ensure the achievement of set targets.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

To operate mills efficiently and safely to attain set milling targets.
To operate boilers efficiently and safely to generate adequate quantity of good quality steam to run the factory.
To carry out repairs on the broken down equipment during the shift to minimize factory downtime.
To take custody of various tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair work.
To conduct equipment inspections during the run and recommend to the E.M. for jobs to be done during weekly maintenance.
To liaise with the Shift Superintendent to ensure that the process house gets adequate steam and power.
To liaise with the Cane-yard in-charge to ensure availability of cane and bagasse handling equipment.
To assess plant breakdowns and seek timely assistance from Senior Staff On-Call.
To write shift performance reports.

Qualifications and Experience

Must be registered with ERB
Basic understanding of welding, fitting, fabrication and machine maintenance
Computer literacy
Bsc (Mechanical Engineering) or equivalent from a recognized institution
Good communication and report writing skills.
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be in Management position
Previous experience in sugar industry will be an added advantage.
Aged: between 28-40 years

How to Apply:
Applicants interested in the above position should send their curriculum vitae, 2 passport size photographs, academic and professional qualifications, copy of the identification card together with the mobile/day time telephone contacts so as to reach the under mentioned on or before 18th April 2012.

Managing Director
Nzoia Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 285
Bungoma

9001:2008 ISO Certified Company

Deadline: 18th April 2012

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Jobs at Nzoia Sugar Company Limited in Kenya

Job Title: Network and Systems Administrator
(Re-advertisement)

The Network and Systems Administrator, will be responsible for the Administration and maintenance of the entire LAN/ WAN and ERP systems access.

Additionally, this role will be required to maintain and support administrative applications.

The successful person will report to the IT Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assisting in the planning, design, documentation and implementation of various systems including desktop PC's, servers, network equipment and software applications
Developing, maintaining and monitoring procedures for all server backups both systems and databases.
Monitoring, planning and coordinating the distribution of client/server software and service packs, antivirus systems.
Monitoring of LAN/WAN, Cisco switches and internet firewalls
Performing on-site and remote technical support
Plans, supervises and directs operations for computer networks;
Directs cabling, configuring and installing computer hardware, and computer networks and software for network and stand alone computers;
Makes recommendations to administrators regarding policies and standards for the computer and computer networks;
Arranges for the installation of administrative and instructional software on computer networks;
Analyzes organization needs and makes recommendations for improvements and enhancements;
Troubleshoots hardware and software conflicts and problems;
Provides on-site coordination and support for subcontractors;
Arranges for and coordinates all necessary maintenance services to all hardware and networks;
Plans and implements required configuration changes to local and wide area networks;
Installing and configuring servers and application software;
Backing up and restoring systems and users files;

Qualifications and Experience

Be a holder of a bachelors degree in IT or Computer Science
Possession of MCSE and CCNP will be an added advantage
Experience with windows 2000/2003/2005 server platforms with an emphasis on Active Directory
Experience in setting up Microsoft Exchange Server, DHCP Server and SQL Server 2000-2008.
Solid knowledge of LAN/WAN and WIFI Configurations with experience in routers, switches, internet firewalls and wireless technology
Hardware and Software troubleshooting skills.
Minimum 4 years working experience in a busy IT environment with remote locations
Age: between 28 - 35 years.


How to Apply:
Applicants interested in the above position should send their curriculum vitae, 2 passport size photographs, academic and professional qualifications, copy of the identification card together with the mobile/day time telephone contacts so as to reach the under mentioned on or before 18th April 2012.

Managing Director
Nzoia Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 285
Bungoma

9001:2008 ISO Certified Company

Deadline: 18th April 2012

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