Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Nov 21, 2023

  • Project Manager P4 National Project Coordinator – Small Enterprise Promotion NOB (DC)

    Project Manager P4 National Project Coordinator – Small Enterprise Promotion NOB (DC)

    The Project Manager will have the overall responsibility for planning and implementation of the PRM-funded project. Within the policy and procedural requirements established by the ILO, the incumbent will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of all aspects of the project, including its operational, financial, administrative and human resource management.
    The recruitment is subject to the availability of funds.

    Reporting Lines:

    The Project manager will work under the supervision of the Director of ILO Country Office for the United Republic of Tanzania, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda (CO-Dar Es Salaam). The incumbent will receive technical guidance and backstopping support from the Enterprise and Social Protection Specialists of the Decent Work Team (DWT) in Pretoria, as well as the relevant technical teams at SME/ENTERPRISES and Social Protection/SOCPRO within the Jobs and Social Protection Cluster at ILO Headquarters. The position will be based in the ILO Project Office in Nairobi, Kenya. 

    Description of Duties
    Project and Knowledge Management:

    Ensure effective coordination and planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the project, in conformity with ILO and PRM policies and project strategies, and in accordance with ILO programming guidelines and the Decent Work Country Programme, and administrative and financial procedures. This includes the effective management of project budget and human resources; fulfilling reporting requirements; ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures; and coordinating the design, monitoring and evaluation for all activities.
    Take the lead in developing a learning culture in the project team. This would include guidance and support for the establishment of an MRM system that applies the DCED standards and is included in the Social Protection Result Monitoring Tool of the ILO, while being appropriate to the scale and nature of the project, and ensuring its full integration into project management and implementation.
    Build and enhance strategic partnerships and networks. Support the development and implementation of an effective communication, outreach, and knowledge sharing strategy.

    Technical advisory services:

    Oversee the delivery of a market systems analysis and use results to design a detailed strategy to promote decent livelihoods and identify opportunities and constraints to extend social protection of refugees and host communities in sectors and value chains with potential for inclusive growth and job creation. 
    Guide and support the planning and implementation of overall project activities, including pilot interventions to promote decent job and more inclusive social protection schemes, and scaling up of interventions that are successful. This will require developing strong partnerships with relevant actors and institutions in both the private and the public sector.
    Provide technical advice to the project stakeholders at the macro-, meso-, and micro-level in technical areas related to the project, namely in the fields of universal social protection and market systems development through gender-sensitive approaches. Mobilise internal expertise as needed in one or both areas of work.
    Support the establishment of and access to social protection mechanisms, and activities to raise awareness and capacities of project’s beneficiaries and stakeholders on needs and benefits of social security. 
    Identify capacity building needs among project stakeholders and constituents and implement capacity reinforcement activities accordingly in the areas of universal social protection and market systems development.
    Support development of the project staff’s capacity to apply a systemic approach to social protection and livelihoods, through training and continuous coaching. 

    Required qualifications
    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in economics, development studies, social sciences, public health or any other relevant field.
    A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in a relevant field with an additional two years of relevant experience will be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

    Experience

    At least seven years of relevant experience in the formulation or implementation of technical cooperation activities, including at the international level. 
    Experience with either social protection or market systems/value chain development. 
    Field experience providing policy and / or implementation support in the fields of either social policies (i.e. social protection, education, health) or private sector development. 
    Proven project implementation experience, with understanding of the project cycle, i.e. design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. 
    Experience in managing multi-stakeholder activities with the public and private sector.
    Familiarity with ILO policies and procedures in respect of universal social protection, enterprise promotion and / or technical cooperation projects would be a strong advantage.

    Languages

    Excellent command of written and spoken English.

    Competencies

    Excellent analytical skills, and ability to conceptualise, plan, coordinate and conduct activities consistent with the project’s objectives.
    Ability to promote knowledge sharing and learning culture in the project, and to focus and guide others to meet objectives at individual and group level.
    Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write accurate reports of publishing standards.
    Ability to adapt/change project activities as needed in order to best reach the project’s overall objective most effectively.
    Ability to maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or environment, and to adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
    Drive to seek or encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to organisation problems and opportunities for improvement.
    Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.

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  • Senior Programme Advisor

    Senior Programme Advisor

    Position within the Organization

    The Senior Programme Advisor is a member of the Programme Management Unit which manages and implements Interpeace’s active and ongoing programmes around the world. The Senior Programme Advisor reports to the Kenya Country Representative and liaises at a strategic level with colleagues at global operations, programme development and innovation, strategic partners and communication and policy, IPAT and learning.

    The Senior Programme Advisor has four main areas of responsibility:

    Business Development: Building the Kenya Programme portfolio through production of funding proposals for the programme, for East/Horn of Africa cross-border programming, and leading fundraising actions for sustainability of programmes. In addition building relationships with donors, other peacebuilding organisations, and development, humanitarian and human rights organisations to explore programming around the HDP and conflict/human rights nexus.
    Programme Innovation: helping the Kenya programme to innovate into new thematic areas, including, but not limited to peace responsiveness, climate change, mental health and psycho-social support (MHPSS). This includes conducting background research, providing and sourcing training and technical assistance for our programmes, assisting programme design, etc.
    Research: Lead and coordinate Interpeace’s Kenya research products. In coordination with the Programme Manager and the programme team capacity build the field teams on doing research, participating in research processes, leading the procurement of research services, helping in the production of research outputs, and participating in the validation and dissemination of research.
    Design, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning: helping the programme in project and strategy design, improving monitoring frameworks and ensuring that the programme collects strong evidence, and ensuring that the programme has a very strong learning element.

    Duties and responsibilities
    Business Development:

    Lead inclusive design workshops for new programme development initiatives and ensure that there are strong processes of co-creation with all programme staff and partners.
    Lead on the production of funding proposals, which includes close collaboration with the senior regional representative, country representative, the head of programme development, global DMEL manager, regional heads of comms and Operations team.
    Build and maintain strong relationships with donors and ensure that Interpeace is considered as a key partner to the large development partners.
    Build and maintain strong relationships with important peacebuilding, development, humanitarian and human rights actors, including multilaterals, INGOs, for profits, CSOs, think tanks, governmental and intergovernmental agencies.
    Contribute to organisational processes to strengthen coherence and collaboration between programme management and programme development.

    Programme Innovation

    Support the integration of Peace Responsiveness with the Kenya and regional programmes, including through the provision of background research and information sharing of developments within the peace responsiveness field, technical advisory support, provision and sourcing of professional development for teams, coordination with relevant actors in this space, production of learning/position papers, etc.
    Support the integration of resilience for climate change within our peacebuilding programmes through the provision of background research and information sharing of developments within the peace responsiveness field, technical advisory support, provision and sourcing of professional development for teams, coordination with relevant actors in this space, production of learning/position papers etc.
    Support the integration of mental health and psycho-social support through the provision of background research and information sharing of developments within the peace responsiveness field, technical advisory support, provision and sourcing of professional development for teams, coordination with relevant actors in this space, production of learning/position papers etc.
    Support the Kenya programme to better integrate cross-cutting priorities, including gender equality, youth inclusion, human rights.
    Contribute to organisational processes to strengthen coherence and collaboration between programme management and policy.

    Research

    Support the team in the early development stages of new research projects, including decisions on the objectives, audience, delivery format, division of labour (who does what), setting time-lines, etc.
    Support the teams and consultants with research design, including development of research questions and methodology.
    Provision of training for field teams on research processes, including research ethics, facilitating KIIs and FDGs, development of topic guides / questionnaires, how to probe, data analysis.
    Providing oversight and quality assurance for all the research products.
    Liaising with comms teams on visibility, copy edit, research design, etc.
    Assisting the team in research validation processes.
    Provide research dissemination strategy, ensuring that we maximize the impact of research and that we consciously work towards achieving the primary research objectives.
    Contribute to organisational processes to strengthen coherence and collaboration between programme management and the communication department.

    Design, monitoring, evaluation and learning

    In close collaboration with the country representative and programme manager, help to strengthen the M&E systems.
    Assist the teams in the production of strong evidence that we can utilize in our programme design.
    Assist the programme with the production of learning products, and ensuring that learning products are integrated with the professional development goals of staff and field teams.
    Assist in the identification of learning needs and opportunity and explore these.
    Lead the design and participate in the dissemination of Interpeace’s learning products to external audiences, including through the participation in conferences, in coordination meetings, donor meetings and other relevant platforms to disseminate our learning.
    Contribute to organisational processes to strengthen coherence and collaboration between programme management and the DMEL department.

    Qualifications:
    Candidates with relevant qualifications, experience, a tertiary degree, and fluency in English are invited to apply.

    Relevant experience and qualifications may include:

    Education

    Advanced or a Master’s Degree degree in international relations, political science, development, management, or relevant field

    Experience

    Fifteen years years of relevant experience in peacebuilding, political and/or developmental work with increasing management responsibility.
    Five years of relevant field experience desired.
    Experience working in Kenya and in the region is essential.
    Ability to demonstrate record of business development history in the recent work is required. Demonstrated effectiveness and substantial experience with short and long-term planning; financial, personnel and program management in cross-cultural, international organizations
    Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution/peacebuilding, advocacy, partnership management, proposal writing and programme management.
    Very strong proven track-record in conflict analysis, proposal development – strong writing and analytical skills are quintessential.
    Proven record of recent published research work.
    Preferably proven experience in any of the following thematic areas: peace responsiveness, climate change, MHPSS, gender, WPS/YPS, human rights, security sector reform and rethinking stabilisation.

    Competencies

    Demonstrates effectiveness and strong experience with short and long-term planning; financial, personnel and program management.
    Advanced knowledge and experience of project cycle management including using project planning and management tools
    Knowledge of current thinking on peacebuilding issues and methods; and demonstrable ability to anticipate emerging needs and integrate them swiftly into priority programme setting
    Developed ability of raising the profile of an organization, strategically networking with government agencies, donors and other international agencies, and using the media to generate profile
    Proven ability to communicate, negotiate and work with high level executives and government officials.
    Ability to work in a multicultural environment successfully and to demonstrate gender responsive and non-discriminatory behavior and attitudes.
    Excellent ability to interact with people respectfully and with tact
    Strong writing and communications skills in English is required. Knowledge of local language is an advantage.

    Interpeace Competencies

    Collaboration and Weaving
    Communication
    Drive for results
    Adaptability and Continuous Learning
    Respect for Diversity

    Success factors

    Identifies with and is committed to Interpeace’s core values and working principles
    Commitment to inclusiveness
    An innovative, critical thinker with extensive problem-solving skills
    A strategic thinker who is accountable, leads by example, mentors and empowers a team and works to create work-life balance

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  • Programme Assistant

    Programme Assistant

    OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME  AND THE IMMEDIATE STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
    Provide financial and administrative support to different programmes in the CO as the programme managers need dedicated specialized programme assistants who can finalize the administrative activities of the programmes on timely manner.
    DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
    Within the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned all or part of the following responsibilities:

    Provide support and input to the Business Operations Unit or the immediate supervisor on aspects of planning, resource allocation and human resources management of the programmes and projects of the Department.
     Brief staff at all levels on budget, financial, administrative, HR and other procedures and practices and monitor the correct use of the WHO Financial Rules and Regulations by staff in their implementation of funds.
     Cross-check obligating documents available from GSM or other on-line systems, monitoring the availability of funds and alerting to upcoming shortfalls, updating files, and transferring funds as instructed; upon instruction clearance of obligating documents, checking them for completeness, and following-up on missing elements as required.
    Monitor expenditures and alert supervisor on issues of compliance with work plans, financial rules and regulations and award agreements. 
    Follow up on the mid-term reviews and the end of year of biennium closure of accounts exercise for the Department.
     Review contractual documents, issuing PTAEO numbers, earmarking funds, and verifying and clearing payment requests; prepare appropriate draft contracts for individuals or service providers such as APW’s, and other contract modalities.
    Monitoring the staffing level of the Department, keeping track of all contract extensions and renewal deadlines, checking and ensuring that funds are available for the proposed contract and ensure that the renewal of contracts for staff are carried out in a timely fashion, maintaining and updating the Departmental HR plan accordingly; acting as leave administrator for the Department.
    Monitor, and follow-up on programme implementation-levels, drawing the attention of the Director to problems, inconsistencies delays and other anomalies detected.
    Provide assistance on the Department`s HR-administrative issues. Manage the smooth running of the administrative functions in the Department, including maintaining an up to date status of the office space and acting as the office space focal point for the Department.
     On own initiative draft routine correspondence, and upon instructions and guidance draft correspondence of a non-routine character; finalize correspondence/reports for signature; analyze incoming correspondence and requests, researching, obtaining and attaching background information where required, or redirecting them as appropriate, drawing the attention of the supervisor or other senior staff concerned to urgent items and deadlines.
    Take minutes in the Departmental group meetings.
    Provide administrative and logistical assistance in the context of the organization of meetings relating to the work of the Department.
    Perform other related duties as required or instructed, including providing support to other areas of work as assigned.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    Education

    Essential: Completion of secondary school educationor equivalent.

    Experience

    Essential: At least 5 years of relevant experience.
    Desirable: Relevant experience in WHO or another UNagency an asset. Experience in Oracle-based or other ERP systems an asset.

    Skills

    The incumbent is expected to staycurrent to developments in his/her area through attending in-house and on-linetraining courses.

    WHO Competencies

    Teamwork
    Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
    Communication

    Use of Language Skills

    Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Intermediate knowledge of French.

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    careers.who.int

  • Team Lead – Maintenance Maintenance Officer – HVAC and Refrigeration Prevention & Control Of Infection Coordinator

    Team Lead – Maintenance Maintenance Officer – HVAC and Refrigeration Prevention & Control Of Infection Coordinator

    OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
    Reporting to the Head of Facility & Healthcare Technology, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Maintenance section of the Facility management and safety department in compliance with all legal requirements. Ensure efficient day to day running of the hospital utilities and making sure all maintenance equipment in all the departments are in good working condition by scheduled maintenance and servicing.
    OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

    Evaluate systems or facilities to determine maintenance or repairs that need to be performed.
    Works with maintenance supervisor to plan work priorities, obtain necessary supplies, and assess skills needed to complete tasks.
    Assess building systems to plan work assignments.
    Collaborate with team members to discuss upcoming work assignments; delegate assignments based on team members skills and experience.
    Ensure maintenance and repair work is completed safely, effectively, and in a timely manner.
    Assist team members with technical issues or advanced problems with given assignments.
    Inspect work performed by team members.
    Track and log team members time, materials, and other resources used for inventory purposes.
    Work with maintenance supervisor to coordinate topics for safety meetings.
    Perform other related duties as assigned.

    REQUIREMENTS

    Diploma in any of the engineering fields
    Minimum 3 years’ experience preferably in a hospital environment.
    Have technical knowledge and experience with Steam boilers/steam systems, water systems, HVAC systems, electrical supply & distribution switchgear, diesel generators operation and maintenance.
    Visionary
    Emotional Intelligence.
    Entrepreneurial.
    Team player.
    Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

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  • Assistant Director – Gender

    Assistant Director – Gender

    For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

    Served for a minimum period of three (3)  years in the grade of Principal Gender Officer CSG ‘8’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service;
    A Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Gender Studies, Gender and Development, Sociology, Business Administration (Finance/ Entrepreneurship Option), Anthropology, Counselling  and Psychology, Economics, Law or any other relevant Social Science  from a university recognized in Kenya;
    Certificate in either Gender  Studies or Gender and Development, or any other relevant course lasting not less than four  (4) weeks or four (4) weeks in aggregate from a recognized institution; and
    Demonstrated outstanding professional competence in gender work as reflected in work performance and results.

    Duties and responsibilities: 
    Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will include:- 

    Implementing  Gender Policies, projects and programmes;
    Facilitating gender mainstreaming activities in Ministries, State Departments, Counties and Agencies;
    Promoting Gender Social-Economic Empowerment;
    Undertaking sensitization/awareness creation on Gender Programmes and Projects;
    Undertaking research on gender issues, including baseline survey  on Female Genital Mutilation and Gender-Based Violence;
    Coordinating collection and development of gender disaggregated data and management information systems;
    Monitoring gender mainstreaming, Socio-Economic Empowerment and Anti-Female Genital Mutilation and Sexual and Gender Based Violence projects and programmes; 
    Establishing the level of compliance with the 2/3 gender principle in the Ministries/Departments, Counties and Agencies;
    Providing in-put on Gender Mainstreaming in Medium Term Expenditure Framework Budget;
    Monitoring prevalence of Female Genital Mutation and Sexual and Gender Based Violence;
    Guiding and facilitating formation of community level structure and Female Genital Mutilation and Gender Based Violence groups;
    Maintaining a complaints and grievance mechanism on gender related matters at the counties; and
    Preparing Monthly, Quarterly, Bi-Annual and Annual Reports on Gender Programmes and Projects.

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    pscims.publicservice.go.ke

  • Government Chemist Clerical Officer – 900 Positions Senior Support Staff – 800 Positions Land Valuer – 58 Positions Director – Internal Trade Director – Regional Development Assistant Director – Tourism, Research, Policy and Innovation – 2 Positions Assiastant Director – Tourism, Development and Promotion – 2 Positions Assistant Director – Tourism, Investment and Finance Children’s Officer – 50 Positions Social Development Officer II – 30 Positions Assistant Social Development Officer III – 20 Positions Director, Foreign Service – 7 Positions Deputy Director, Foreign Service – 8 Positions Assistant Director, Foreign Service – 11 Positions Shipping and Maritime Officer – 8 Positions

    Government Chemist Clerical Officer – 900 Positions Senior Support Staff – 800 Positions Land Valuer – 58 Positions Director – Internal Trade Director – Regional Development Assistant Director – Tourism, Research, Policy and Innovation – 2 Positions Assiastant Director – Tourism, Development and Promotion – 2 Positions Assistant Director – Tourism, Investment and Finance Children’s Officer – 50 Positions Social Development Officer II – 30 Positions Assistant Social Development Officer III – 20 Positions Director, Foreign Service – 7 Positions Deputy Director, Foreign Service – 8 Positions Assistant Director, Foreign Service – 11 Positions Shipping and Maritime Officer – 8 Positions

    For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

    Served for a minimum  period of eighteen (18) years, three (3) of which should be in the grade of Deputy Government Chemist, CSG 6 and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector;
    A Bachelor of Science Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Forensic Science, Biochemistry,  Environmental Science or equivalent qualifications  from a university recognized in  Kenya;
    A Masters Degree in any of the following fields:- Chemistry, Water Quality Management, Water and Environmental Resources, Environmental Science, Environmental Management and Planning, Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Forensic Science or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in  Kenya;
    Demonstrated managerial and high degree of professional competence in work performance; and 
    Exhibited a thorough understanding of the national goals, policies objectives and programmes and ability to relate them to the provision of quantitative and qualitative analytical laboratory services and water quality and pollution control services.

    Duties and Responsibilities 
    The Government Chemist will be the head of the Government Chemist Department or deployed as head of a department in other ministries, and will be responsible to the Principal Secretary for efficient organization, management and administration of all the technical services. Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

    Formulating and implementing policies,  programmes and strategies in the directorate;
    Liaising with other stakeholders for effective formulation, planning, co-ordination and implementation of quantitative and qualitative analytical services and water quality and pollution control services;
    Provision of quantitative and  qualitative  analytical laboratory services and water quality and pollution control services;
    Overseeing the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC);
    Coordinating ,supervising, monitoring and evaluating all the departmental quantitative and qualitative analytical and forensic laboratory services;
    Being responsible for implementing the departments strategic plans and objectives;
    Preparing and implementing the departments performance contract;
    Overseeing the financial and asset management issues;
    Instituting operational accountability and transparency;
    Securing and managing financial support for development plans; and
    Coordinating the management, training and development of staff.
     

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  • Project Management Consultant – Digital Transformation and Smart Cities

    Project Management Consultant – Digital Transformation and Smart Cities

    DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTED OUTPUTS
    For this consultancy, UN-Habitat is looking for a Project Management Consultant to assist with the design and implementation of outputs to develop international guidelines on people-centred smart cities. The consultant will work under the supervision of the Chief of Knowledge and Innovation Branch and will work on:
    Coordination and technical support in the consultation processes

    Provide technical expertise in designing the implementing consultation activities, coordinate the consultations and collect evidence and insights relevant to the development of international guidelines on people-centred smart cities;
    Organize and facilitate consultation activities including expert group meetings at various levels (global, regional, thematic, stakeholder categories) in collaboration with UN-Habitat, governmental and non-governmental partners, and Member States;
    Propose meetings’ agenda topics, supported by relevant literature and studies and identify meeting participants, ensuring comprehensive and productive discussions;
    Prepare and deliver documents, presentations, and reports pertinent to the consultation process and the development of international guidelines;
    Support the Secretariat in drafting the guidelines ensuring evidence collected through the consultation process are reflected in the draft guidelines;
    Create visualizations and reports utilizing digital design tools to illustrate and document the guidelines development process.
    Coordination and technical support in the global assessment
    Oversee the World Smart Cities Outlook and any other relevant study or publication, ensuring the deliverables respond to quality standards and timeline as detailed in the contractual agreement between UN-Habitat and the provider;
    Engage in global research and data gathering on digital technologies, smart city development, urban policy, data and innovation, and sustainable urban development, providing guidance and feedback to the Study and subject matter expertise as needed;
    Produce various written outputs, including background papers, analyses, reports, and disseminate information across multiple platforms (e.g., UN-Habitat’s website, blog posts, social media).
    Ensure that the Study aligns with the consultation process by engaging consistently with relevant stakeholders;

    Support to the drafting process

    Engage in continuous research on people-centred smart cities and emerging best practices, ensuring the guidelines are informed by the most recent and relevant data and insights.
    Assist the Secretariat in the development of the international guidelines on people-centred smart cities; working closely with the various experts and ensuring the guidelines build on the consultation process and the global knowledge collected;
    Establish and maintain strong relationships with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders, ensuring their perspectives and needs are considered in the development of guidelines;
    Facilitate ongoing communication and feedback channels with stakeholders throughout the guideline development process;

    Advocacy

    Represent UN-Habitat in various forums, presenting the progress and findings related to the people-centred smart cities guidelines development;
    Advocate for people-centred smart city policies, sharing insights and data derived from the guideline development process to various stakeholders.

    Project Management

    Reporting on the guideline development and progress towards implementation
    Produce regular reports internally and to donors or other partners
    Revising and reporting on the project budget as needed
    Supporting capacitation of the teamwork

    Qualifications/special skills

    Master’s degree in social sciences or related field, for example urban development or public policy is required, or a bachelor’s degree plus two years of relevant work experience in lieu of a master’s degree.
    At least 5 years of experience is required in projects related to urban development, digital technology, economics or related areas. Extensive knowledge on urban innovation, digital transformation or smart cities is required.
    Good knowledge of urban data, analysis and interpretation, digitalisation processes, as well as experience in intergovernmental processes and international projects with the public sector is desirable.
    Exposure and experience in organizing global and regional consultations is considered an asset.

    Languages

    For this consultancy, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of any other UN language will be an advantage.

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    careers.un.org

  • Senior Geographic Information System (GIS) Expert/ Engineer Geographic Information System (GIS) Expert/ Engineer

    Senior Geographic Information System (GIS) Expert/ Engineer Geographic Information System (GIS) Expert/ Engineer

    Job Ref: HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1227

    Reporting to the Chief Engineer, Facilities Database (FDB), the GIS Expert will be responsible for collecting, analysing and distributing Geospatial information ;maintenance of geospatial data management; timely availability of digitized drawings and GIS information; system operation efficiency and efficient network development; providing support and expertise in the development of the Company’s GIS capabilities to meet strategic objectives.

    The key tasks & duties for the position include;

     Create and maintain multiple geospatial databases.
     Provide Geospatial information to Engineers for use in network operations and maintenance.
     Design and edit GIS data for numerous projects and ensure alignment of data with Company standards.
     Data base management for the storage of aerial photographs, maps, digital data bases and collateral source materials
     Draw, scribe, digitize and scan cultural, topographic, hydrographic and/or other features on overlay/scribing surfaces or in digital formats.
     Perform digital manipulation of topographic information by querying, viewing, evaluating and downloading digital data.
     Formulate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) requirements.
     Design, program, or model Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications or procedures.
     Develop specialized computer software routines, internet-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, or business applications to customize geographic information.
     Provide technical expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology to clients or users.
     Develop sustainable systems of collecting and managing data points.
     Develop computer programming, data analysis, or software development for Geographic
    Information Systems (GIS) applications, including the maintenance of existing systems or research and development for future enhancements.
     Make recommendations regarding upgrades considering implications of new or revised
    Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, equipment, or applications.

    Job Specifications:

     Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, GIS, Geospatial Science, or a related field.
     Seven (7) years working experience in GIS in design, development, deployment and support of ArcGIS solutions overseeing large-scale geospatial data infrastructures. Additionally, he/she should demonstrate a strong grasp of platform integration.
     The candidate must demonstrate a Proven experience and strong comprehension of the ESRI ArcGIS suite, encompassing the following specific components: GIS Server (required), GeoEvent Server, GeoAnalytics Server, Portal (required), WebAppBuilder (required) and ArcGIS Enterprise and the ArcGIS Online environment
     The ideal candidate should possess a thorough understanding of workforce management, reporting, and productivity tools, particularly within a large and high-activity environment, knowledge in a utility company will be an added advantage.
     The candidate should have a background in implementing GIS workflows for repetitive
    tasks, remote workforce management, and the design and execution of advanced reporting tools.
     Pertinent certificates in fields such as in ArcGIS, data science, spatial analytics, data transformation using BIMs, as well as proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, and JavaScript will be an added advantage
     Experience with Python and developing REST APIs with Python
     Ability to create, edit, and analyze Geospatial data.
     Experience with Geodatabase design and management.
     Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise setup, configuration and administration.
     Strong understanding of Cartographic principles and map design.
     Knowledge of remote sensing techniques and satellite imagery analysis.
     Familiarity with Global Positioning System (GPS) technology and data collection.
     Expertise in spatial data manipulation, transformation, and projection.
     Knowledge of QGIS is an added advantage
     Having the capacity to enhance internal capabilities through training, mentoring, and team leadership skills will be considered an additional advantage.

    Key Competencies;

     Geospatial Data Management and IT skills.
     Coding and programming skills
     Scripting tools such as Java, Python, PhP
     Problem-Solving skills
     Project Management skills
     Leadership, training, mentoring and Team building skills
     Analytical and Strategic thinker
     Creativity and innovation
     Communication and Negotiation Skills

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     Interested persons should submit their applications online through visiting Kenya Power website on http://www.kplc.co.ke. Attach detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of Academic and Professional Certificates and other testimonials. Please note that we may use this information to conduct background verification during the recruitment process. Quote the title of the position you are applying for and include your mobile telephone contact, email addresses to be received not later than Tuesday, 21st November 2023. .

    Only candidates offered employment shall be expected to present the following clearance certificates;

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  • Head of Residential life

    Head of Residential life

    The position
    The Head of Residential Life must ensure that the residences is run in a way that meets the needs of students and the mission and vision of the school. He/she is responsible for the appointment of residential staff and leads the team of residential staff. He/she is responsible for the welfare of residential students and staff. The Head of RL is responsible for developing the Heads of Residential Blocks times and for implementing a quality assurance process to ensure policies are applied consistently and that there is effective pastoral care of students. He/she ensures good communication between the Residential community, the rest of the school and parents/guardians.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY:

    Monitor and maintain the welfare, safety, discipline and pastoral well-being of all Residential students.
    Organise and develop strategies of running the Residences, both day to day and long term strategy.
    Plan and oversee the residential activities programme in line with the expectations of the AKA residential life experience. 
    Be responsible for leading and line managing the Heads of Residential Blocks.
    Ensure that policies and procedures are followed (safeguarding, health and safety etc) 
    Deploy, train and develop all residential staff to make the most effective use of their skills including Academy Fellows and Block captains
    Ensure the Residential facilities and environment is safe and well maintained.
    Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians of residential students.
    Arrange host families and oversee host family programme
    Make arrangements for and oversee the additional programmes that utilize and impact on the residences: Student Exchange, Revision Programme, Globa Encounters, and other holiday related programmes.
    Market the residences to prospective parents with Admissions
    Establish, publicise and maintain a routine for the residential blocks
    Maintain all relevant policies and literature as required.
    Plan and run inductions for all new students, irrespective of when they may arrive throughout the course of the academic year.
    Act as Head of safeguarding for residential students and refer issues to safeguarding committee.

    The requirements
    QUALIFICATIONS

    Teaching Certification required.
    Experienced as a classroom practitioner in an inquiry-based programme.
    5+ years of leadership experience in a residential program at an international setup.
    Child Protection and Safeguarding trained.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to interact well and communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues within a diverse and pluralistic society.
    An up-to-date understanding of practice and evidence of personal professional development
    Attention to detail, discretion and the highest standards of integrity.

    Apply via :

    krb-xjobs.brassring.com

  • Agricultural Systems Change Lead

    Agricultural Systems Change Lead

    We are seeking an experienced grant manager with strong project and stakeholder management skills to steward a complex grant focused on strengthening our Kenya, Rwanda and Ethiopia country programs to advance agricultural systems change. You will lead the coordination and monitoring of main activities associated with the grant delivered through multiple internal departments and external partners. You will report to a leader on our Global Business Development & Partnerships team while also working with Kenya, Rwanda and Ethiopia country program team members.

    Responsibilities

    Program strategy and implementation – You will work closely with country and program leads in the 3 countries to ensure successful tracking and delivery of program goals and grant milestones. You are expected to work with our internal teams, monitor potential risks and project implementation challenges, and work towards seeking solutions in collaboration with all project staff and consortium members.
    Grant Writer & Management – You will be responsible for writing narrative and financial reports in collaboration with the Business Development team. You will partner with our frontend fundraisers to design and draft original writing through a collaborative process and monitor budget and associated milestones alongside our internal Grants Finance team.
    Sub-grantee Management – You will also be working closely with our sub-grantee partner staff, ensuring grant milestones are achieved and program interventions are in alignment with the overall grant objective.

    Career Growth and Development

    We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

    Qualifications
    Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

    Minimum of Bachelor’s degree
    5+ years of practical experience leading complex field programs in Sub-Saharan Africa.
    Prior writing experience is essential.
    Prior experience in grant management experience and/or agricultural value chain experience is strongly preferred.
    Thorough understanding of the context in Sub-Saharan Africa, and experience working with government institutions and international or non-governmental organizations supporting systems change work is strongly preferred.
    Genuine commitment to rural communities. You are passionate about providing opportunity to the hardest-working farmers on the planet.
    Language: English

    Apply via :

    eacrefund.org