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Application Deadline: Application Deadline Apr 19, 2024

  • County Director of Physical Planning Clinical Pathologist Assistant Co-operatives Officer III – 2 Posts Audit Examiner III – 2 Posts Co-operative Officer II – 3 Posts Assistant Director- Tourism Development and Promotion Assistant Director- Innovation, Digital Economy and Start- Ups Assistant Director-Industries, Investment and Research Clerical Officer I Principal Information Communication Technology Economist I

    County Director of Physical Planning Clinical Pathologist Assistant Co-operatives Officer III – 2 Posts Audit Examiner III – 2 Posts Co-operative Officer II – 3 Posts Assistant Director- Tourism Development and Promotion Assistant Director- Innovation, Digital Economy and Start- Ups Assistant Director-Industries, Investment and Research Clerical Officer I Principal Information Communication Technology Economist I

    Duties and Responsibilities

    The Director of Physical Planning will be responsible to the chief officer for the organization, management and administration of the physical planning  function.

    The County Director of Physical and Land Use Planning shall be responsible for: 

    Advising the county government on physical and land use planning matters that impact the county;
    Formulating county physical and land use planning policies. guidelines and standards;
    Preparation of county physical and land use development plans;
    Preparation of local physical and land use development plans;
    Participating in the preparation of inter-county physical and land use development plans;
    Undertaking research on matters relating to physical and land use development planning at the county level;
    Recommending to the County Government the establishment of planning units as may be necessary;
    Maintaining a land information system to guide physical and land use planning;
    Communicating decisions of the County Government development applications; and
    Issuance of development permission and other development control instruments under physical planning & land use act with the approval of the county executive committee member.

    Requirements for appointment.

    A person is qualified for appointment as the County Director of Physical and Land Use Planning if that person—
    Is a citizen of Kenya;
    Holds a bachelor’s degree in urban and regional planning or related discipline from a recognized university;
    In addition to (ii) above, holds a Masters Degree;
    Is registered as a physical planner under the Physical Planners Registration Act, 1996 (No. 3 of 1996) and is in good standing with the relevant professional body;
    Certificate in Strategic leadership Development Programme (SLDP) Course from a recognized institution OR its equivalent will be an added advantage;
    Has at least five years’ post-qualification professional experience in physical and land use planning;
    Has worked in senior management position for a period not less than three years.
    Is not otherwise disqualified under the provisions of Chapter Six of the
    Constitution or any other written law.

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    Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application with copies of their National Identity / passport, Academic & Professional certificates and current Chapter Six compliance certificates to the undersigned on or before 19th day of April 2024SECRETARY/CEO VIHIGA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
    P.O BOX 880-50300MARAGOLI.Please Note

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  • Corporation Secretary/Chief Legal Services Officer

    Corporation Secretary/Chief Legal Services Officer

    Responsibilities
    Board Secretarial Duties:

    Provide Secretarial Services to the Board and its Committees;
    Facilitate the development and implementation of Board Induction and Capacity Building Programmes;
    Prepare and manage Board Work Plans;
    Facilitate Annual Board Evaluation;
    Facilitate Governance Audits;
    Initiate the development and implementation of Board Charters, Terms of Reference and the Code of Conduct and Ethics;
    Prepare and circulate Board papers in liaison with the Managing Director;
    Custodian of the Corporation securities, agreements, minutes, titles and other legal instruments; Custodian of the Corporation Seal and Register.
    Maintain and update the Register of Conflict of Interest;
    Establish and manage the Shares Register for the Corporation’s subsidiaries, joint venture vehicles and other organs as required;

    Legal Duties:

    Interpret and advise the Corporation on all matters relating to the law;
    Initiate the formulation, implementation and review of the Corporation’s policies, procedures and regulations and strategies on litigation and other relevant regulations;
    Oversee the design and implementation and review of legal agreements and contracts in liaison with relevant departments, divisions and units; ensuring that the Corporation complies with statutory and other regulatory requirements;
    Liaise with the Attorney General on all litigation matters;
    Issue instructions to agreement and contract defaulters;
    Carry out investigation on legal and other fraud issues affecting the Corporation;
    Oversee the preparation of legal opinions on matters relating to legal notices;
    Coordinate the perfection of the Corporation’s securities; and
    Coordinate the preparation and processing of legal notices and any other gazette notice ;

    Requirements

    Masters of Law (LL.M) from a recognized institution;
    Bachelor of Law (LL.B) degree qualification from a recognized university;
    Diploma in Law from the Kenya school of law;
    Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
    At least ten (10) years’ relevant work experience of which (5) years should be at a senior management level;
    Valid Advocates Practicing Certificate;
    Valid Certified Public Secretaries Certificate /Certified Secretaries Certificate;
    Certified Public Secretary of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
    Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
    Be a member of good standing with the relevant professional bodies;
    Proficiency in computer applications;
    Fulfilled requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution;

    Key competencies and other skills

    Strategic thinking.
    Possess high levels of integrity, ethical standards and professionalism.
    Negotiation skills.
    Analytical skills;
    Emotional intelligence;
    Independence and objectivity

    Interested candidates may access the detailed job specification, duties and responsibilities for the position and the experience required on our website www.agrifinance.org. Interested candidates are to apply via hard copy application to be dropped at MD’s office on 7th floor, Development House, Moi Avenue, Nairobi or if by post to be received on or before the closing date.The application shall include an updated curriculum vitae including three referees, current telephone contacts, copies of certificates and testimonials and be addressed as below.Application Deadline: Friday 19th April 2024 at 5:00pmNote: The successful candidate shall be required to provide the following documents in compliance with chapter six of the constitution:Agricultural Finance Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and people living with disability are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.The Managing Director
    Agricultural Finance Corporation
    P.O BOX 30367-00100, NAIROBI

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  • Director Internal Audit Deputy Director Monitoring and Evaluation Principal Internal Auditor Internal Auditor I Principal Supply Chain Management Officer

    Director Internal Audit Deputy Director Monitoring and Evaluation Principal Internal Auditor Internal Auditor I Principal Supply Chain Management Officer

    The Director Internal Audit shall report to the Chief Officer Accounting, Revenue and Supply Chain Management.
    An officer at this level will be based at the County Headquarters and will be responsible for the coordination of activities in the Internal Audit Section in the County Government.

    Duties and responsibilities

    Head day- to-day activities of the internal audit directorate of the. County Government;
    To streamline and co-ordinate implementation of Internal Control
    Framework and Risk Management systems in the County Government,
    Review the internal control framework and consistently ensure its compliance;
    Co-ordinate and facilitate the development and implementation of the formal Risk Management Framework;
    Co-ordinate departmental audits, develop criteria, review and analyze evidence and document audit processes and procedures;
    Identify, develop and document audit issues and recommendations;
    Co-ordinate and liaise with external auditors to ensure external audits and financial reporting processes are efficient and effective;
    Conduct appropriate governance and performance assessment exercises so as to streamline the County’s performance and governance processes;
    Lead in the development of the County Audit Charter and Annual Audit Work plan;
    Perform any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

    Requirement for Appointment

    Be a Kenyan Citizen;
    Served for cumulative ten (10) years, three (3) of which should have beenat the grade of Principal Internal Auditor, Job Group ‘N’ and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service;
    Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Management, Business Administration, Economics or any other relevant field;
    Must be in possession of CPA(K)/ACCA and registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and in good standing;
    Must have a relevant Master’s Degree from a recognized institution;
    Attended a Senior Management Course or Strategic Leadership development programme  lasting for at least four (4) weeks;
    Be conversant with the provisions of the Public Financial Management Act, 2012, the Public Procurement and Assets Disposal Act, 2015 and the regulations thereto;
    Must satisfy the provisions of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;
    Conversant with IFMIS and other revenue management accounting or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) packages;
    Demonstrate a thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives and ability to align them to the County’s mandate;
    Be a good team player with exemplary leadership qualities, interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills;
    Proficiency in Computer Application Skills relevant to financial management from a recognized institution.

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    Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application with copies of their National Identity / passport, Academic & Professional certificates and current Chapter Six compliance certificates to the undersigned on or before 19th day of April 2024SECRETARY/CEO VIHIGA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
    P.O BOX 880-50300MARAGOLI.Please Note

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  • MSc Graduate Fellowship: Goat Health: Harnessing Bacteriophages for Mastitis Prevention in Kenya (GO HEAL MASTITIS) (2 positions) Project Accountant

    MSc Graduate Fellowship: Goat Health: Harnessing Bacteriophages for Mastitis Prevention in Kenya (GO HEAL MASTITIS) (2 positions) Project Accountant

    The positions

    The MSc students will play a pivotal role in the “Go Heal Mastitis” project, a collaborative effort with Laval University and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT). This groundbreaking initiative seeks to pioneer a phage-based intervention to combat mastitis in goats and mitigate the dependency on antibiotics in Kenyan goat farming. Engaging actively in the project, students will undertake tasks including isolating mastitis-causing bacteria such as Staphylococcus sp. and identifying bacteriophages (phages) tailored to combat these bacterial strains. Their primary focus will be on the comprehensive characterization of these bacterial isolates and phages, encompassing both in vitro and in vivo   experiments.

    Terms and reference

    Collaborate with supervisor(s), to design and develop MSc research proposals that outlines the objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes of the study.
    Isolate of Staphylococcus sp. strains.
    Isolate Staph-specific phages.
    Characterize the bacteriophages.
    Assess the antibiotic susceptibility of Staphylococcus sp. strains and the presence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in these isolates.
    Evaluate the ability of key phages to reduce mastitis in animal models.
    Utilize statistical tools to analyze the data, interpret findings, and draw meaningful conclusions from the study.
    Prepare reports, publications, and conference presentations to share the results of the study with the scientific community and relevant stakeholders.
    Effectively manage project timelines, budgets, and resources allocated to the study.

    Minimum requirements for the ideal candidate

    BSc degree in microbiology and immunology, biochemistry, or molecular biology.
    Work experience (1+ years) in a microbiology laboratory, with training in bacterial culture and molecular biology assays such as PCR/qPCR   is an added advantage.
    Experience working with phages is an added advantage.
    Completed coursework at JKUAT in an MSc degree in the stated related fields above is an added advantage.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
    Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and take the lead in research activities.

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  • Media and Communications Officer

    Media and Communications Officer

    Overview

    The post of the Media and Communications Officer works collaboratively with the Kenyan and the UK team. The post holder is accountable to the Programmes Manager and will focus upon delivering the outcomes in the Media and Communications plan alongside other Tushinde staff. He/she will be proactively involved in a range of media and communications activities including organising events, maintaining donor data and communications.

    Key responsibilities

    Develop engaging content for social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter ,Instagram, LinkedIn to communicate strategic messaging, advocate with, and influence stakeholders as well as increase outreach with targeted new audiences.
    Develop and execute the organisation’s social media strategy and measure the success of all social media engagements, etc.
    Work closely with the team to write, edit, design and distribute content, including case studies, press releases, website content, annual reports, fundraising posters/leaflets and other marketing material that communicates the organisation’s activities.
    Timely acknowledgements of donations,sending thank you cards and assist in preparation of donor reports
    Map out potential donors locally and internationally and contribute to bid writing for grant applications
    Maintain fundraising database and relevant documents.
    Contribute to visual and digital communications, including photo gathering and editing, during Tushinde events and field visits.
    Support capacity building of the Tushinde Children’s Trust team in effective communication and fundraising strategies.
    Organising and managing program photos in folders in Google drive.
    Ensure all marketing and communication materials align with the organisation brand standards.
    Custodian of all marketing and communication materials/assets i.e camera, banners, etc.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations or related field.
    Minimum of 2-5 years’ relevant experience in a communications role.
    Experience working in a similar role in an NGO will be an added advantage.
    Knowledge of desktop publishing software (InDesign/Photoshop, Canva, etc).
    Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
    Good time management and organisational skills.
    Proficient in Google products, content management systems, and social media platforms.

    Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a tailored covering letter to: jobs@ke.tushinde.org.uk**,** using ‘Media and Communications Officer ’ as the subject of the mail by 19th April 2024. The cover letter must show that you have given serious thought to working with Tushinde.

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  • Programme Assistant

    Programme Assistant

    Responsibilities
    The incumbent will assist the Programme Management Officer with day to day administrative support to programme activities related to countering Transnational Organized Crime and terrorism in Eastern Africa. Within assigned authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific duties:  

    Assist in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation work for, typically, a medium-size and complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives; monitor status of programme/project proposals and receipt of relevant documentation for review and approval.  Compile, summarize, and present basic information/data on specific programmes/project and related topics or issues.  Review project documents, especially cost plans/budgets, for completeness and compliance with relevant rules and procedures prior to submission for final approval and signature; identify inconsistencies; distribute project documents to relevant parties upon approval.  Review budget revisions; verify availability of funds; ensure necessary approval and entry in computerized budget system.  Serve as focal point for administrative coordination of programme/project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions in particular in the area of human resources, travel and budget/finance.  Compile, summarize and enter data on project delivery; draft related status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, budget overruns, etc., and bring to the attention of management.  Draft correspondence on budget-related issues and prepare and update periodic reports, briefing notes, graphic and statistical summaries, accounting spreadsheets, etc.  Provide general office assistance; respond to complex information requests and inquiries; review, log and route incoming correspondence; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops; handle routine administrative tasks, such as maintaining attendance records, assessing telephone billing, etc.  Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.  Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.   Provide guidance/training to new/junior staff.   Generate a variety of standard statistical and other reports, work orders, etc., using various databases including SAP/Umoja and IPMR.  Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

    Competencies

    Professionalism – Has knowledge of general office and administrative support including administrative policies, processes and procedures. Has knowledge of processes and procedures related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Is able to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources.  Has demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Has ability to perform analysis, modelling, and interpretation of data in support of decision-making.  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.

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent is required.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five years of experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area is required. The minimum number of years of relevant experience is reduced to three for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher    Work experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is required.    Experience with SAP/Umoja (travel and requisitioning, budget) is desirable.    Experience in working with a talent management system (e.g. Inspira) is desirable.    Work experience within the United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable.

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  • Senior Programme Management Officer (TJO) Accounting Assistant Administrative Assistant

    Senior Programme Management Officer (TJO) Accounting Assistant Administrative Assistant

    Responsibilities

    Takes the lead to develop, implement and evaluate assigned programmes/projects in the field of emerging or frontier issues in environmental law; directs subordinates in programme/project development, implementation, monitoring and assessment; directs review of relevant documents and reports; identifies priorities, problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and initiates follow-up actions. Directs research and programme review in the field of emerging or frontier issues in environmental law and presents information gathered from diverse sources.Coordinates legal and policy development for enhanced implementation of environmental law, goals, targets and objectives; reviews the assessments of issues and trends in the field of environmental policy and law, preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent studies. Undertakes survey initiatives among various stakeholders targeted by UNEP initiatives in the field of emerging or frontier issues in environmental law; reviews and analyzes responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions. Supervises preparation of various written outputs, e.g. background papers, analysis, substantial sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications. Directs substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, workshops and seminars in the field of emerging or frontier issues in environmental law to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations. Manages outreach activities; designs and conducts training workshops, seminars, makes presentations on assigned topics/activities in the field of environmental law and governance. Leads technical assistance missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries. Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and ensures preparation of related documents/reports (work programme, programme budget ). Establishes collaboration and partnerships with key officials at all levels inside and outside the organization to enhance programmes and activities in the field of emerging or frontier issues in environmental law and policy in general. Ensures effective utilization, supervision and development of staff; Guides, evaluates and mentors staff. Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need. Performs other duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of international environmental negotiations, and emerging or frontier issues in environmental law. Ability to identify key strategic issues in the field of international environmental law, opportunities and risks. Ability to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction. Ability to communicate clearly links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Demonstrated ability to provide innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development, and management of operation. Demonstrated ability to negotiate and apply good judgment. 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.  
    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: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of 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; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; 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

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in general international law, international and national environmental law, international relations, environmental management, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management in the field of environment is required. Experience in development, implementation and enforcement of international and national environmental law is desirable. Experience in international and national environmental governance is desirable. Experience in international environmental negotiations, and emerging or frontier issues in environmental law is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the UN secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is desirable

    Deadline : Apr 2, 2024

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  • Human Resources Assistant Administrative Assistant Accounting Assistant/Finance Associate Senior Accounting Assistant/ Accounting Associate

    Human Resources Assistant Administrative Assistant Accounting Assistant/Finance Associate Senior Accounting Assistant/ Accounting Associate

    Responsibilities
    RECRUITMENT AND PLACEMENT   

    Processes applications for vacancies, prepare and maintain case files for candidates, ensure and monitor the transfer of files of candidates between offices, arranging for interviews, and entering data on candidates into the automated roster. Assists in the filling of posts, including initiating and following-up on reference checks and academic verifications, ensuring the completion of the pre-recruitment formalities, calculating salaries and related benefits, and preparing and dispatching offers of appointment and Statement of Emoluments. Assists in the evaluation and screening of applications of candidates for secretarial, clerical and related categories positions. Maintains vacancy announcement files and tracks status of vacancy announcements. Coordinates with Executive Offices, selected candidates and staff on travel arrangements, visa matters and shipment of personal effects. Prepares agenda and provides relevant documentation required for recruitment related meetings.Prepares personnel actions.  

    ADMINISTRATION OF ENTITLEMENTS   

    Reviews and processes requests for entitlements and claims.Maintains entitlements in the ERP system. Assists in the review and processing of data pertaining to conditions of service.   

    STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER SUPPORT TRAINING   

    Assists in the organization and conduct of training courses and workshops. Provides logistics and administrative support to trainers.  

    CLASSIFICATION   

    Assists in reviewing and processing requests for classification. Provides advice and answers general queries on classification procedures and processes.   

    GENERAL

    Provides general office support services; drafts and/or processes a variety of correspondence and other communications. Sets up and maintains reference files/records (electronic and paper). Schedules appointments/meetings, monitors deadlines, etc. Undertakes research on a range of HR related issues and assists in the preparation of notes/reports. Maintains automated database containing HR related statistics and prepares periodic reports. Assists in the preparation of necessary documentation for distribution to various offices, departments and overseas offices. Performs a variety of administrative duties (e.g. leave recording, request for office supplies and equipment, etc.). May provide guidance/training to less experienced staff. Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.Ensures that requirements and background information used for data analysis are documented. Performs other duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM:    Knowledge of the human resources policies, procedures and practices and ability to apply them in an organizational setting.Demonstrate use of initiative and makes appropriate linkages in work requirements and anticipates next steps.Ability to perform analysis, modeling, and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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.  
    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 with 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

    Completion of secondary education or equivalent is required.  Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration and other related area is desirable.

    Job – Specific Qualification

    Relevant training in administration, human resources management or related area is desirable.    

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in general office support, administrative support and project management support functions is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three (3) years for candidates who possess a first level University degree. Experience working with Microsoft Office applications is required. Experience in using web-based or integrated information management systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is desirable. One (1) year of experience within the United Nations or similar international organizations is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Languages

    For the post advertised, fluency in English required and knowledge of a local language is an advantage.  NOTE: ‘Fluency’ equals a rating of “fluent” in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and ‘Knowledge of’ equals a rating of “confident” in two of the four areas.

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