Company Address: Address UN Avenue, Gigiri Nairobi Kenya

Staff Assistant

Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of general office and administrative support including administrative policies, processes and procedures. 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.
Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of experience in general office support or related area is required.
Experience in the fields of programme or project administration, finance or related area is desirable

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage

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October 29, 2024
Intern – Urban Resilience Programme Support Intern – Programme Management (Land Administration)

Competencies
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
Have graduated with Bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Preferred areas of studies: Urban or Town Planning, Architecture, Social Science, Economics, Geography, International Development. or related field.
Desirable skills: Knowledge of standard software applications, Knowledge of graphic design software, writing skills, Ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.

Work Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
Interest in the themes of urban resilience is desirable.
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in computer software applications is desirable.

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

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October 29, 2024
Associate Programme Management Officer

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial and human resources policies and procedures. Ability to apply various United Nations administrative rules and regulations in work situations. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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
An advanced degree in business administration, management, economics or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying 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 an advantage.
Work Experience

A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in programme administration and management in a high level office is required.
Experience in managing multiple processes and projects in a complex environment in the United Nations or similar international organization is required.
Experience in collaborating with intergovernmental and/or UN bodies is desirable.
Experience with multi-cultural international institutions and with diverse partners is desirable.
One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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October 29, 2024
Junior Urban Designer

Responsibilities/Activities.

Develop technical and normative outputs, including spatial strategy, situational analyses reports, proposals, maps, plans, and designs for public spaces.
Develop clear design proposals, drawings and related reports for partner cities.
Review of public space design proposals prepared by local planners for various pilot cities.
Provide planning and design inputs to ongoing planning initiatives, including citywide and site-specific assessments.
Write policy briefs, concept notes and research papers on the work on Nature Based Solutions and sustainable urban design planning approaches.
Facilitate public space and Block by Block community participation workshops.
Write reports on workshops, meetings, charrettes, and other stakeholder engagements.
Provide inputs into PFES publications reports, proposals, concept notes, policy documents, guidelines, information materials, presentations, and other dissemination materials.
Attend meetings and conferences within and outside UN-Habitat on behalf of the Section.
Deliver trainings to partners on the Global Public Space Programme’s methodologies and approaches.

Qualifications/special skills

University degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture or Urban Planning, or related field that is relevant for sustainable urban development and urban planning and design is required.
2 years’ experience in urban planning and design with direct proven experience in drawing and preparing plan graphical material using computer assisted design tools is required.
Strong graphic representation skills is required.
Good hand drawing / sketching is an added advantage
Experience of facilitating community participation processes related to urban planning, design and public space development is desirable
Experience of playing Minecraft, using Minecraft as a community participation tool and translating Minecraft sketches into actionable public space designs is desirable.

Languages
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English (oral and written) is required; knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Spatial Data Analyst Land Data and Knowledge Management Consultant Senior Advisor, Social Inclusion

RESPONSIBILITIES
The spatial data analysis junior assistant will work in the Knowledge and Innovation Branch, under the direct supervision of the task manager and the Chief of the Data and Analytics Unit. The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

Extraction of built-up areas and open spaces from satellite imagery.
Digitization of public transport stops from various open data sources.
Collection of data from various national statistical offices and other verified sources and assessing its correctness and authenticity before it is integrated into the urban indicators database.
Contributing to the development of tools and executable programmes for spatial data analysis.

Qualifications/special skills

A first-level university degree in remote sensing, geographic information systems, urban planning, geography or any other closely related field is required
At least 2 years’ experience working on spatial data analysis, image interpretation, data extraction from satellite imagery, GIS analysis, digitization, or maps production is required
High proficiency in Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing software (egs ArcGIS, ArcGIS online, QGIS, ErdasImagine, ENVI) is desired
Experience working as a spatial data analyst is desirable. Some level of knowledge of and experience working with the SDGs is highly desirable. Knowledge in GIS relevant programming skills, geostatistical workflows and GIS online systems will be an added advantage.
For this consultancy, fluency in oral and written English is required. Although not a requirement, knowledge of any other UN language will be an advantage.

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October 29, 2024
Finance Management Assistant Programme Management Assistant (Project Post)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the Chief of Policy Legislation and Governance Section (PLGS), the Finance Management Assistant Consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

Assisting with creation of projects on IPMR and Budget formulation for PLGS projects.
Generating Umoja and IMIS financial reports for projects in PLGS and assist the project Administrator in preparing budget revisions, monthly and donor financial reports for the projects under PLGS.
Reviewing financial data derived from Umoja and liaises with UNON Budget and Financial Management Section (BFMS) to ensure that donor reports are accurate and budget implementation and performance.
cleaning of budget for PLGS and closing pending commitments and Adjustments for erroneous commitments charged from the wrong grants
Lay out and producing clear, concise Excel table for all the Funding received Expenditures and the balances to spend on weekly basis and Grants End dates to ensure efficiency in operations.
Regularly updates the database on grants status and all Consultants contracts monitoring to ensure no outstanding funds not paid and facilitating funds transfer from one grant to another.
Analysis and reviewing of various accounting data and Grant extension request and Travels Expense reporting
Facilitate and enhance proper Financial Management of PLGS Grants, financial commitments, various project budgets and In-House Agreements, the Finance Assistant carries out his/her functions under direct supervision of the Coordinator and the Programme Management Officer of the RMPU.
Monitoring of project expenditures and assisting in reporting of Donor reports,
Creation of Implementing partner grants and coding block, Facilitating cash transfers and payments to vendors and consultants
Advising on grants closure and utilization of projects that are ending
Following on donor contribution and allocation to the section’s projects and cost center,
Managing and updating of consultants both in office and out posted staff members
Providing financial support as requested by project leaders and advising on budgets to spend on for mission and projects related costs
Monitoring cost recovery charges for the Unit and updating on the Pipeline Projects
Raising of ineed requests on behalf of the unit for all financial matters with UNON and acting as the Unit Finance focal point.
Performs other related duties as required by the Programme Management Officer
Checks availability of funds for purchase request for goods and services and monitors unliquidated obligations; makes necessary adjustments.
Assists in the financial backstopping of the projects , including monitoring the status of voluntary contributions, generating expenditure reports from UMOJA and monitoring reporting requirements by donors.
Keeps up-to-date on documents/reports/guidelines that have a bearing on matters related to programme budgets, ensuring compliance with intergovernmental recommendations and decisions as well as with United Nations policies and procedures.
Supporting PLGS on procurement process and inventory management, and conference booking and field office support.

Qualifications/special skills

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Additional training certificates/diplomas in Business Administration, Finance, Social Sciences, Public Administration or other related field is desirable.
Two years of work experience in programme/project and financial management is required.
Experience working in an international environment, previous experience working with the United Nations System is an asset.
Knowledge of UMOJA and Implementing Partner UMOJA processes is required.
Knowledge of Project creation, planning, Monitoring and Reporting in IPMR is required.

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October 29, 2024
SDG Localization Expert (Tanzania)

Duties and Responsibilities
The consultant will carry out the following tasks and responsibilities:

Data Track

Data cleaning: The consultant will be responsible for cleaning the vector data to properly analyze the data generated by UN-Habitat while piloting the Global Urban Monitoring Framework.
Generate map-based analysis: based on the cleaned data, the consultant will submit a series of analytical maps (tool: Spatial SWOT) to analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the territory, and the opportunities and threats faced in the territory.
Stakeholder’s Engagement Track
During the phase of situation analysis:

Working with different stakeholders, including local community representatives to review the data and collect additional qualitative information.
Organization of a multi-stakeholder forum to present and discuss the spatial SWOT, and to prioritize issues as perceived by different stakeholders.
The consultant will submit the draft of the final report on the forum for submission to the Mayor of Mwanza for approval.
During the visioning and strategy phase: A. Organization of focus groups discussions with thematic working groups to discuss the SDG Discussion Papers.
The consultant will submit the final report on the forum, finalization of vision and strategic objectives and long list of projects for submission to the Mayor for approval.
During the finalization phase: A. Organization of a multi-stakeholder forum to review and the final VLR draft.

SDG Research Track

The consultant will draft SDG Discussion Papers that will provide a detailed overview of the status of progress towards the SDGs of Mwanza. Based on the data cleaned and analyzed (through the UMF) as well as on the basis of the information collected through the stakeholder engagement process (situation analysis described above, The SDG Discussion papers will constitute the core of the VLR and the basis for the development of the vision, strategic objectives, list of projects and action plan for Mwanza.

Reporting line

The consultant will be working under the direct supervision of the Human Settlements Officer of the SDG Localization and Local Governments Team of the Urban Practices Branch of UN-Habitat HQ, Nairobi. S/he will be responsible for contributing to the implementation of the activities in Mwanza linked to the SDG Twinning Project between Tampere and Mwanza. The work and supervision of the consultant will be coordinated with the technical focal points of the cities of Mwanza and Tampere as well as with all the partners of the project’s Working Group.

Qualifications/special skills

A first-level university degree in sustainable development, urban planning, data and statistics, urban or local governance, urban management, public administration or a related field is required.
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in project/programme management, data analysis and research or related area is required. Experience working on the development and publication of city reports is highly desirable, as well as previous experience of working with the SDGs at the local level. Knowledge of the local context of the city of Mwanza or experience with the City Council is desirable.

Languages
Fluency in oral and written English and Swahili is required.

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October 29, 2024
National Consultant Uganda – Land Use Planning Expert

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities
The consultant “National Land Use Planning Expert” shall report to the Chief, Land, Housing and Shelter Section (LHSS) and shall implement the following tasks and deliver the outputs below:

Review physical planning processes. The consultant shall review the existing processes followed in preparing Physical Development Plans, including the institutional framework, to identify key aspects that need to be customized for tenure-responsive land use planning on customary land and other land tenures.
Strategic and technical review of draft documents and reports. The consultant shall review the Uganda National Land Policy, Tenure Responsive Planning- A Guide for Country Implementation, Rapid Physical Planning Appraisals (RAPPA) guidelines, draft National guidelines for the preparation and implementation of physical development plans, Physical planning standards, National Physical Planning Act 2010 and as Amended 2020, and related regulations, reports and research documents on customary land and customary land registration.
Study and document existing land use planning interventions in the context of customary land. The consultant shall visit selected project sites where land use planning interventions in the context of customary land and another land tenure, document, study and analyse land use planning practices, land tenure and resource patterns with the view to identifying best practise to inform processes and approaches that can be used to guide tenure responsive-land use planning the guidelines and highlighting what works well (or not) in different settings.
Provide policy, strategic and practical recommendations for conducting tenure-responsive land use planning in the context of customary land registration. The consultant shall make concrete recommendations on the required changes, amendments, and actions considering internationally and nationally recognized frameworks and practices, including providing the justifications for such recommendations for tenure-responsive land use planning during customary, other land tenure registration
Provide high-level and strategic inputs into the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Customary land registration guidelines under development or existing guidelines. The consultant shall liaise and engage with experts developing the customary land registrations and ADR guidelines and advice on what and how to assess the current land use planning on customary land and other land tenures in Uganda considering the policy/legal, institutional, and spatial components and requirements of the tenure responsive land use planning in the context of customary land and other tenure land registration.
Develop tenure-responsive land use planning guidelines for customary land, other land tenure registration and Physical Development Plan preparation. The consultant shall develop the tenure-responsive land use planning guidelines during customary land, other tenure land registration and Physical Development Plan preparation following a consultative process to ensure that the plans are holistic focusing on social, economic, tenure and environmental aspects.
Undertake the development of an implementation plan for the guidelines. The consultant shall provide advice and input in developing an implementation plan for Tenure Responsive Land Use Guidelines.
Provide strategic and technical contributions in the advocacy, promotions and approval of the Tenure Responsive Land Use Planning guidelines. The consultant shall promote the Tenure Responsive Land Use Guidelines in the context of customary land, other land tenure registration and Physical Development Plan preparation and in advocating for its approval by the top management of MLHUD and government authorities and their adoption by all key stakeholders.
Provide technical inputs to the consultative and validation workshop. The consultant shall provide technical inputs to the consultative and validation workshop for the developed Tenure Responsive Land Use Guidelines and incorporate stakeholders’ input.
Develop the final guidelines and support dissemination of the Tenure Responsive Land Use guidelines. The consultant shall review the final draft guidelines and provide final inputs, additional write-ups and edits and provide other recommendations as may apply to the guidelines.

Qualifications/special skills

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in physical or regional planning, land management, or another field relevant to this assignment is required.
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience undertaking projects or assignments related to land use planning or physical planning on customary tenure is required.
Proven expertise and knowledge of physical/land use planning, policy formulation and analysis in Uganda is required.
Knowledge in land use planning, sociology, environmental management, land management-related tools, good practices and innovations is desirable.
Previous experience with UN and/or international organization and government bodies is desirable.

Languages
Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other UN languages is an added advantage.

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October 29, 2024
Local Expert in Urban Policy and Planning

Communication:

Have good communication skills.
Ability to write technical and project documents, in particular strategic documents.

Planning and Organizing:

Have the ability to organize and facilitate participatory meetings with the aim of working towards consensus building for policy discourse.
Good judgement and excellent analytical skills and, above all, the ability to plan and organize workshops.

Skills: Required Skills

Excellent knowledge of institutional reform and inter-sectoral coordination.
English language skills would be an asset.

Academic Qualifications:

Master Degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the assignment (public policy development and analysis, urban planning, urban policy, engineering, architecture, urban geography, or any other related degree.
A first level degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:

At least 7 years of professional experience in urban policy and strategy development, economics, planning and urban legislation (at least 3 relevant references) is required.
Professional experience in drafting completion reports with at least 3 relevant references in the field of urban policies and strategies is desirable.
Demonstrated experience in organizing and facilitating participatory meetings is desirable.
Proven experience in urban policy development and institutional capacity building would be an asset.
Have relevant experience working in developing countries, particularly in island territories is an advantage.
Have relevant experience in public policy, decentralization, urban policy formulation and have in-depth knowledge of how to combine population growth with economic, social and environmental development is an advantage.
Expert in urban engineering or related topic with a minimum of 6years’ experience in urban policy and strategy development, economics, planning and urban legislation is desirable.
At least one experience in writing a completion report with a project related to urban policies and strategies.

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October 29, 2024
Intern – Communications Associate Programme Management Officer Senior Evaluation Expert

Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Communication, the intern will:

Support the Chief of Communication to review, record, distribute and/or process e-mail, hard copy correspondence and other documents; follow-up on impending actions.
Assist in monitoring processes and schedules related the Chief of Communication Section’s work plan and calendar; where applicable, assist in the verification of receipt and accuracy of requisite documents, approvals, etc.
Provide secretarial, administrative and logistics support to meetings, boards, committees, conferences; Assist in planning and organization of meetings and presentations.
Respond or draft responses to routine correspondence and other communications.
Take minutes of meetings, boards or important committees.
Support in development of presentations or briefing notes as requested by the Chief of Communication Section.
Perform any other tasks as may be assigned from time to time by the team.

Competencies
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
Have graduated with Bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
Be computer literate in standard software applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Have strong drafting skills in English.
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Preferred areas of studies: Journalism, Communications, Digital Media, Marketing, and International Relations or related fields.

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October 29, 2024