Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Sep 17, 2021

  • Agriculture Specialist

    Agriculture Specialist

    The Position:
    KCB Foundation has partnered with MasterCard Foundation through their programme Young Africa Works, to jointly implement an innovative 5-Year (2019 -2024) nationwide program that will create 1.5 Million Jobs. This project will be implemented under the 2Jiajiri programme of the KCB Foundation.  The partnership targets to reach 114,000 beneficiaries categorized as Micro and Small Enterprises, primarily in Manufacturing, Agricultural and Construction Sectors. The program seeks to alleviate poverty for Women and Youth in the informal sector through Wealth Creation and Employment.  
    2Jiajiri is an end-to-end social transformational program divided into three phases. Phase one involves technical training, where beneficiaries undergo competency-based training in a vocational craft. In phase two, beneficiaries’ are incubated through Business Development consultancy Services, which includes access to Credit. In phase three, beneficiaries reach maturity and transition into the market.
    KCB Foundation was established in 2007 to implement the KCB Bank Group’s Corporate Social Responsibility programs and as a sign of commitment to sustainable development to alleviate poverty and enhance well-being.
    Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) Operations, the Agricultural Specialist will be responsible for providing overall agricultural technical and administrative oversight to all agricultural activities of the Project on behalf of KCBF in liaison with the various implementing partners. The job holder will work in close collaboration with implementing partners responsible for farm production, construction and manufacturing. S/he will also work closely with Clerk of Works and the Project’s M&E Manager.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Ensure execution of all tasks and activities related to agricultural production in time and as per agreed standards and operating procedures in liaison with the implementing partners.
    Work with the relevant implementing partners and Clerk of Works to identify appropriate crops to be produced across the farms suited to the local contexts.
    Be responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring of crop production, productivity and income related to targeted crops being produced.
    Provide technical guidance on farm specifications, farm inputs and hydroponic structures.
    Embed crop management and agronomical best practices across all hydroponic and other crop farms by implementing partners, farm managers, beneficiaries and other stakeholders.
    Provide progress and completion reports on relevant Project activities to Chief of Party, DCOP-Operations and M&E Manager.
    Providing periodic operations reports to the management team, reporting on progress vs targets and production reports.
    Support the M&E Manager in the design and implementation of the monitoring framework and plan as it relates to the agriculture compon

    Apply via :

    ke.kcbgroup.com

  • Consultancy to support the development of the Concern Kenya Country Strategic Plan (CSP) for 2022-2026

    Consultancy to support the development of the Concern Kenya Country Strategic Plan (CSP) for 2022-2026

    Background and Context
    Concern Kenya’s experience of working within the framework of a five-year strategic plan has been a positive one, Concern Kenya plans to design its fourth five-year plan. Through an in-depth analysis of the context, a re-examination of poverty including through the eyes of the poor, and critical analysis of strategic options taking into account Concern’s global direction, Concern Kenya will determine its niche for the next five years.
    The current strategic plan (2017-2021) provided the necessary structure to focus and guide the Kenya’s Country team in its pursuit to alleviate extreme poverty. It created a foundation for cohesive team and strong ownership throughout the organization. It was flexible enough to accommodate emergencies, both predicable and unanticipated, yet focused enough to achieve results for Kenya’s poor – as evidenced in the annual reports. A midterm review conducted at the beginning of 2020 revealed that the programme had met the vast majority of its objectives, either wholly or partly.
    The development of the 2022-2026 Country Strategy Plan (CSP) will mainly entail a review and update of the current strategic objectives, appropriate modification of basic service delivery, and governance taking into account that implementation will be in the context of 3rd term of Kenya’s devolved governance. The country programme anticipates some changes in the livelihoods sector strategies, partnership strategy as well as system strengthening approaches.
    A Country Core Steering Group that comprises of Programme Director (PD), Systems Director (SD), M&E Manager, Senior Manager Governance, Country Financial Controller (CFC), and Country Director (CD) is in place to provide oversight on the CSP development process. Additionally a Technical Heads Working Group – comprised of Sector Leads for Education, Livelihoods, Governance, Health and Nutrition, County Programme Managers for Nairobi, Marsabit, Turkana, Tana River and Isiolo, M&E team will participate in the CSP development process. The Programme Support Unit will provide secretariat support in the process. Additionally, the Regional Director (RD) for Horn of Africa and Strategy, Advocacy Learning (SAL) team and the Concern Kenya Board will contribute to this process.
    Purpose and Objective
    The consultant will assist the Concern Kenya country programme to develop its 2022-2026 CSP. The consultant will contribute updating the existing External Analysis report, undertake an internal analysis, development of options paper, make presentation during strategy development workshop that will be facilitated by the SAL, and develop first draft of the country strategic plan based on the strategy development workshop deliberations.
    Justification
    Given the time and intense nature of the development of the strategic plan, bring an external view and need for fresh objective analyses process, Concern Kenya seeks an external consultant to assist the country programme to support the process.
    Methodology and Technical Approach
    Proposed approaches are listed below. Concern will be flexible for adjustments and adaptations to ensure tasks are delivered in line with the government guidelines for the prevention of COVID 19.
    For the external analysis
    The consultant will liaise closely with Concern Kenya staff to produce an external analysis report on the external factors that are likely to influence and inform the strategic options for Concern. Sector Leads for Livelihoods, Education, Governance, Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Health and Nutrition programmes will propose to the consultant the key government policy documents, sector strategies, statistical reports as well as government implementation reports. The Sector Leads will undertake stakeholder analysis of key stakeholder including government bodies, INGOs, aid agencies and donors (with focus on Concern target areas and above sectors) and provide input to draft external analysis reports.
    The consultant will undertake the following tasks:

    Review key government policy documents, sector strategies for livelihoods, education, governance, WASH, health and nutrition, statistical reports as well as government implementation reports using How Concern Understands Extreme Poverty (HCUEP) Approach
    Source and review key international, external or other independent analyses or trends in the counties, country and the region, particularly on socio-economic, governance, extreme poverty and access to basic rights issues produced by reputable institutions
    Review the data collected to ensure it enhances the in-depth understanding of vulnerabilities of extreme poor using HCUEP approach with focus on disaggregation (gender, area/county, target group)
    Conduct and include analysis of Concern’s crosscutting themes [Disaster Risk Reduction, Gender, HIV Risk, COVID Risk, Poverty] from our intervention in last 5 years (livelihoods, education, governance, WASH, health and nutrition)
    Compile a draft external analysis report of trends and contingencies in the operating environment, as well as opportunities and possible niches for Concern
    Facilitate a one-day feedback and implications workshop on the external analysis report
    Develop final external analysis report incorporating feedback received from staff

    For the internal analysis
    The consultant will work jointly with Concern staff from Nairobi and field offices to facilitate two SWOT Analysis workshops to identify strengths and weaknesses over the past strategy period and opportunity and threats in the coming 5 years.
    The consultant will undertake the following tasks

    Facilitate two SWOT analysis workshops of Concern staff with mix of Nairobi and field teams. The workshops also to include reflection on the previous five-year CSP achievements, what was done well, and not so well, both for programmes and systems
    Desk review of internal documents – such as internal and external evaluations (focusing on lessons and recommendations); HQ Emergency Department and SAL Adviser reports; Annual Progress Reports, project evaluation reports, the Annual Review and Reporting on the delivery of Accountability Commitments, research reports, Contextual Analysis reports , partnership reviews and audit reports
    Facilitate inputs from government and non-government stakeholders and programme participants (lists to be provided by Concern) to provide external viewpoints of Concern’s strengths and weaknesses
    Compile a draft Internal Analysis report for Concern feedback
    Incorporate staff feedback and draft final Internal Analysis report**Development of Options Paper**

    The Country Core Steering Group will liaise with SAL team to produce a range of options based on the Internal and External analyses. This process will be through email correspondence and virtual meetings. The role of the consultant will include:

    Support Country Team to develop draft options paper from communication between Country Team and Strategy , Advocacy Learning (SAL) team in Dublin

    For the strategy development workshop and writing of the CSP
    The Regional Director and SAL team will facilitate the strategy development workshop. The consultant will undertake the following tasks:

    Make presentation during strategy workshop providing highlights from the External Analysis , Internal Analysis and Options Paper
    Develop draft CSP from deliberations in the Strategy Development Workshop
    Incorporate feedback from staff and produce final report

    Outputs and Deliverables:

    Inception report detailing the understanding of the assignment: i.e. Literature review drawing heavily from external and internal analysis, methodology, work plan/schedule and draft data collection tools.
    Final external analysis report
    Transcribed stakeholder and programme participant Key Informant Interviews and Focus Group Discussions
    Internal Analysis report
    Strategic options paper
    Presentation during strategy development workshop on external analysis, internal analyses and options paper
    Draft country strategic plan from deliberations at the strategy development workshop for further action by Concern

    Timeframe and Level of Effort (LOE)
    The duration of the contract will be 35 days from October 2021 – January 2022; as per below Key deliverables, LOE and timelines:
    External analysis:

    Inception Meeting; to be held three days after signing contract; LOE 1; by 12 October 2021
    Submit inception report; LOE 1; by 15 October 2021
    Concern to provide lists of key government policy documents, sector strategies , statistical reports as well as government implementation reports; LOE 0; by 15th October 2021
    Review key government policy documents, sector strategies , statistical reports as well as government implementation reports using HCUEP Approach; LOE 2; by 20th October 2021
    Source and review key international, external or other independent analyses of trends in the counties, country, region, especially in the political/governance, economic and social spheres. Key analyses of regional and country political trends, papers on key rights issues produced by Human Rights institutions; LOE 2; by 23rd October 2021
    Review the data collected to ensure it enhances the understanding of extreme poverty using HCUEP approach with specific focus on disaggregation (gender, area/county, target group); LOE 1; by 27 October 2021
    Conduct analysis of the crosscutting issues (DRR, Gender, HIV Risk, COVID Risk, Poverty ) across all sectors from an equality perspective to bring out the differences between various groups in society; LOE 3; by 29 October 2021
    Submit a draft External Analysis report to Concern for circulation to Concern Kenya Staff & Board Advisory Committee for critical comment and input; LOE 1 by 01November 2021
    Draft 1 of External Analysis Report circulated to Staff and Board for comments and inputs; LOE 0 by 2-5 November 2021
    Submission of staff and Board input to consultant; LOE 0; 08 November 2021
    Facilitate a one-day feedback and implications workshop; LOE 1; by 11 November 2021
    External Analysis Final Report; LOE 2; by 15 November 2021

    Internal analysis

    Facilitate two SWOT Analysis workshops with Concern team ‘including’ review of the previous Country Strategic Plan, and get the team to consider whether they have achieved the objectives they set for themselves in the previous five-year period, and if not why not; LOE 2; by 18 &19 November 2021

    Internal Analysis -Synthesis of Data (Consider what is being done well, and not so well, by the country team, both in terms of programmes and systems); LOE 2; by 21 November 2021

    Desk review of internal documents – such as internal and external evaluations (focusing on lessons and recommendations); Annual Progress Reports, the Annual Review and Reporting on the delivery of Accountability Commitments, research reports, Contextual Analysis reports; LOE 2; by 26 November 2021

    Concern to provide lists of key stakeholders; LOE 0; by 18 &19 November 2021

    Facilitate inputs from government and non-government stakeholders and programme participants to provide external viewpoints and analyses on Concern’s strengths and weaknesses, identify opportunities for Concern’s future work; LOE 3; by 29 November 2021

    Compile a and share draft Internal Analysis report; LOE 2; by 3 December 2021

    Draft 1 of Internal Analysis Report circulated to Staff and Board for critical input; LOE 0; by 3-9 December 2021

    Incorporate staff feedback and final combined (external and internal) report; LOE 1; 13 December 2021

    Option analysis:
    Develop draft options paper from the options analysis correspondence that will be spearheaded by Concern Country Core Steering Group, Sector Leads at Nairobi Office and County Programme Managers and SAL; LOE 2;by 13-17 December 2021
    Strategy development:
    Participation and Presentation during strategy workshop providing highlights from the External Analysis, Internal Analysis and options paper; LOE 3; by 20-22 December
    Writing of CSP:

    Develop Draft CSP; LOE 2; by 7 January 2022

    Review feedback and produce final report; LOE 2; by 21 January 2022

    Remuneration
    Concern will make payment after satisfactory delivery of agreed outcomes. Concern will make payments as per the schedule below

    Submission of Inception Report: 20%
    Submission of External Analysis Report: 30%
    Submission of Internal Analysis Report: 25%
    Submission of Draft Country Strategic Plan: 25%

    Financial proposal
    Kindly provide your financial proposal, clearly indicating rate payable per day, VAT/Tax component (if applicable) and total cost.
    Working conditions
    The Programme Director, will manage the consultancy on behalf of the Country Core Steering Group (CCSG). The consultant will treat all documents and data collected in the process of the consultancy will be treated as confidential and use them solely to facilitate the consultancy assignment. All information accessed by the consultant shall at all times be treated as the property of Concern and shall not be disclosed save for where express permission has been granted. Concern will have copy rights of all work produced under this consultancy assignment.
    In the course of work, the Consultant(s) may come into contact with vulnerable groups (women and/or children). It is expected that the Consultant(s) shall ensure the safeguarding of all programme participants and avoid involvement in any activities that are illegal, contravene human rights, or compromise the work of Concern
    Qualifications

    A minimum of a post graduate qualification in the field of Administration/strategic management, Organizational Development and/ or management or in a related field
    At least five years professional experience in undertaking strategic planning and management, organizational and change management for international non –governmental humanitarian organizations. Certificate of completion of similar tasks for international non –governmental humanitarian organizatio

    To apply the consultant(s) should submit an Expression of Interest of not more than 15 pages. This shall contain the consultant’s understanding of the ToR, how the consultant(s) will undertake the CSP development process, how the consultant(s) meet the requirements and proposed work plan.Attach also Company registration/ID card copy, copies of previous work/experience, company profile, CVs of key staff, PIN certificate, Tax compliance certificate and evidence of ETR (if applicable).Applicants shall submit their Expression of Interest to consultancies.kenya@concern.net by 4:00pm Kenyan time on 17 September 2021, with email subject “SR84028 – Consultancy for Country Strategic Plan”.

    Apply via :

    consultancies.kenya@concern.net

  • Intern – Bsc Chemistry Intern – Pharmaceutical Sciences Intern – Medical Microbiology Intern – Medical Laboratory Sciences

    Intern – Bsc Chemistry Intern – Pharmaceutical Sciences Intern – Medical Microbiology Intern – Medical Laboratory Sciences

    KEMRI is seeking to recruit young, dynamic, self-driven, inquisitive Diploma and Bachelor’s degree holders for their research Centres located in Nairobi and Kirinyaga.
    Location: Nairobi Offices Possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Institution in any of the following fields;-
    Bachelors of Science in Botany (1 Position)
    Personal Attributes

    Should possess interpersonal and communication skills
    Must be goal oriented, dynamic, passionate and self-starter
    A person of integrity
    Should possess strong analytical skills
    Must be computer literate.

    In addition the applicants must:-

    Be a Kenyan youth below 30 years of age;
    Have graduated and must attach the required Bachelor/Diploma certificate;
    Attach a Copy of Identify Card (ID card); and
    Provide a Certificate of good conduct.

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    Apply via :

    www.kemri.org

  • Internship – Bachelors of Science in Botany

    Internship – Bachelors of Science in Botany

    Opening Date: 27th August, 2021 Closing Date: 17th September, 2021
    KEMRI is seeking to recruit young, dynamic, self-driven, inquisitive Diploma and Bachelor’s degree holders for their research Centres located in Nairobi and Kirinyaga.
    Location: Nairobi Offices Possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Institution in any of the following fields;-
    Bachelors of Science in Botany (1 Position)
    Personal Attributes

    Should possess interpersonal and communication skills
    Must be goal oriented, dynamic, passionate and self-starter
    A person of integrity
    Should possess strong analytical skills
    Must be computer literate.

    Interested candidates should apply through the KEMRI Website www.kemri.org/careers(e-recruitment portal) on or before 17th September 2021 by 5.00p.m.

    Please Note:

    Apply via :

    www.kemri.org

  • Chief Finance Officer

    Chief Finance Officer

    Company Description
    Girl Effect seeks a strategic, solutions-oriented, and dependable Chief Finance Officer (CFO) with proven experience leading global financial administration and managing the internal operations of an international networked organization to be a key contributor in the overall business strategy formulation and implementation.
    Girl Effect has recently transitioned from a London headquartered organization to a networked structure in which resources, talent, and expertise are distributed across its geographies in Africa, Asia, the US & the UK. The finance, business planning, procurement, and operations function is critical to successfully positioning the organization for present and future growth and impact.

    This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned leader with solid, hands-on finance and business management experience and the drive and enthusiasm to implement and develop processes, systems, and infrastructure to support our international non-
    profit. The CFO supports and works with the senior executive team (EC) to address Girl Effect’s focus on enhancing operational discipline and organization-wide areas of scalability and efficiency, performance improvement, and service level enhancement. Oversees the planning, implementation, managing, and running of all the finance activities, including business planning, budgeting, forecasting, auditing, and negotiations with an extension of role to obtaining and maintaining donor relations and partnership compliance.
    The CFO will play a critical role in both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy development and will have full financial, strategic, and operational accountability as a member of the organization’s senior leadership team.
    This position reports to the CEO and will be based in one of our key global markets (India, Kenya, UK or US) with a preference for someone in Nairobi.
    Job Description
    The CFO is an integral leadership role with key responsibilities across the following areas:
    Corporate Strategy

    Collaborating with Girl Effect CEO, Leadership and Board, set strategic goals and make strategic business projections based on current trends and future expectations.
    Together with the management team, ensure alignment on resource requirements and action plans to allow for organization goals to be met.
    Continuously monitor organization performance and the external landscape to identify risks and opportunities and determine whether adjustments to the strategic approach is required.
    Work with leadership to define and implement effective work processes and ways of working across the organization to realize the strategic objectives.

    Financial Leadership

    Financial Management: Oversee the work of the global finance function to ensure compliance with regulatory and funder’s requirements; increase efficiency and effectiveness of the finance team; accuracy and reliability of financial information and the overall management of Girl Effect’s funding and expenditure.
    Budget Creation & Management: create the annual budget and manage delivery against it.
    Value for money: lead collaboration across the organization to drive value for money across the organization.
    Business planning: translating organizational plans into achievable financial results. Develop forecasts, company financial models and work directly with the management across the company to align on plans and measure results. This role requires a deep background in financial modelling and analysis, strong communication skills and a great deal of interaction and relationship building with key stakeholders across finance and the leadership team.
    Oversee collaboration with other functions, benchmark performance internally to identify opportunities to adjust operating models with the aim of improving effectiveness and efficiency.
    Develop and maintain global datasets to facilitate decision making.
    Audit, Compliance and Internal Controls: Ensure timely completion of all renditions, audits and statutory compliance in line with Girl Effect’s standards.
    Effects regulations and compliance requirements. Prepare compliance reports for the Board and the CEO as required with internal ownership of supporting the Board Finance Committees
    Management Accounting: Set up and continue to improve effective management accounting systems and processes.
    Grants Accounting: Oversee preparation of budgets and financial reports for submission to granting agencies in cooperation with the Program Officers and grantees, as required.
    Investment Management: Undertake the management of Girl Effect’s assets and securities, including tracking investment performance and providing financial statement analysis to the CEO (and potentially committees to the Board).
    Donations oversight and support: Oversee the financial administration of all donations and support the development team in keeping accurate records of donations and donor information.

    Operations Management

     Management of internal IT: Oversee and ensure effective use of Information Technology systems to support organizational processes, including document management, content management, partner & donor relationship management, procurement, and grant management systems. Leverage IT to support efficient and effective core business processes and initiatives, and establish and maintain

    IT budget and cost management

    Security: Manage employee security, health & safety when traveling and visiting or working ‘on-site’ and overseeing workplace and travel resourcing and support.
    Procurement: manage and oversee GE’s global procurement processes and drive accountability and value for money across the organization.
    Workplace Management: Manage Girl Effect’s global facilities, and its uses and processes for property management in collaboration with HR and operations colleagues as necessary.

    Qualifications
    The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal skills,
    competencies, and characteristics:
    Qualifications & Experience:

    Degree from a recognized university, postgraduate professional qualifications in finance, accounting, business administration and/or other relevant and appropriate discipline.
    12+ years of progressively evolving management and leadership experience in complex commercial or non-profit organization(s).
    International/Multinational experience.
    Non-profit experience strongly preferred.
    Experience supporting change processes in globally networked organizations is beneficial.

    Knowledge

    Strong working knowledge of financial accounting, cash flow, donor, grant budgeting and investment management.
    Strong working knowledge of audit and compliance of different jurisdictions.
    Knowledge of IFRS/UK and/or US accounting standards and consolidated financial reporting.
    Knowledge of US government grant processes, procedures and auditing requirements.
    An understanding of the not-for-profit sector, including grant and program financing and management.
    Background in strategy and business planning with the proven ability to develop and manage business plans, processes, and controls to enhance efficiencies and mitigate risk.
    Demonstrate proven ability in organizational development, information technology, business transformation, fundraising, project management, asset, and property management.
    Mission-focused, energetic, results-oriented and process-minded leader who is able to help others deliver measurable, cost-effective outcomes that make the organization’s vision a reality.
    Background in and working knowledge of management information systems.

    Additional Information
    Remuneration
    In line with Girl Effect’s policy, we shall offer a competitive gross salary and benefits package to the successful candidate.

    Applications close on 17th September 2021.

    Apply via :

    jobs.smartrecruiters.com

  • Associate Programme Management Officer

    Associate Programme Management Officer

    This position is in the Environmental Governance and Conventions Branch of the Law Division at the UNEP Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. Under the direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
    Responsibilities

    Programme Management Support:

    Provide assistance in management of projects/programmes related to environmental governance and conventions;
    Assist in monitoring the implementation/execution of programme/project activities; monitor and analyze specific aspects of programme/project development and implementation;
    Review relevant documents and reports;
    Identify problems and issues to be addressed and recommend corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; identify and track follow-up actions.
    Participate in survey initiatives; issue data collection tools, analyze and interpret responses, identify problems/issues and prepare preliminary recommendations;
    Contribute to the preparation of various written reports, eg, draft background papers, analytical notes, legal instruments, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.;
    Participate in missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.;
    Coordinate activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).

    Administrative and Substantive Support:

    Provide administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences and side events related to projects facilitating implementation of multilateral environmental agreements, to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposing participants, preparing background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.;
    Liaise with Fund Management Officer to ensure direct payments and advance requests to executing partners and prepare project budget revisions as necessary;
    Liaise with project partners on a day to day basis for implementation of project activities and advise Project Manager on the status of implementation;
    Perform other related administrative duties as required, eg, operational travel programme, monitoring accounts and payments to vendors and individual contractors, etc.);
    Provide back-up to other implemented projects in the Division as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of concepts and approaches relevant to environmental policies and project administration, budgetary and financial procedures. Ability to apply various United Nations administrative rules and regulations in work situations. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. 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
    Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in international relations, environmental management, economics, public administration, project management or a related field is required. A first university degree in combination with two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
    Work Experience

    A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, administration or related area is required.
    Experience in Multilateral Environmental Agreements is required.
    Experience in donor reporting is desirable.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
    NOTE: ‘Fluency’ equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write and understand) and ‘Knowledge of’ equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
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