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  • Data Protection Lead

    Data Protection Lead

    Job Details
    You will lead in developing a global data protection and privacy policy and related information and IT security standards for our 45-country Federation. This means implementing systems, training and controls to ensure compliance with relevant data protection legislation and regulation, most importantly the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You will also act as the designated Data Protection Officer for ActionAid International’s Global Secretariat, reporting to and liaising with regulatory authorities as required.
    This is a highly visible position, both internally and externally, and will require exceptional influencing and relationship management skills as you work to promote data protection best practice across the entire organisation. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role in a global but decentralized organisation, preferably in the non-profit sector. You should hold relevant professional qualifications such as CIPP/E, CIPP/T, CIPM, and have excellent knowledge of GDPR and other data protection or privacy laws and regulations potentially applicable to AAI.

  • Floor Service Supervisor Waitress

    Floor Service Supervisor Waitress

    Responsibilities

    Anticipate guest’s needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
    Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
    Conduct pre-shift meeting with staff and review all information pertinent to the day’s business.
    Inspect, plan and ensure that all materials and equipment are in complete readiness for service; rectify deficiencies with respective personnel.
    Prepare weekly work schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labour forecasts. Adjust schedules throughout the week to meet the business demands.
    Ensure that staff report to work as scheduled. Document any late or absent employees.
    Address customer inquiries and complaints.
    Handle complaints, conflicts, questions and suggestions from F and B employees.
    Coordinate music selection and entertainment, ensuring correct volume and appropriateness to clientele.
    Inspect grooming and attire of staff and rectify any deficiencies.
    Any other duty assigned from time to time.

    Qualifications
    Required skills and Competencies

    Diploma in Hotel Management course
    At least 2 -3 years of experience in a busy restaurant with high-end service standards
    Ability to perform training and coaching of restaurant staff on regular basis
    Great communication skills – Ability to deal with customer complaints
    Good presentation skills
    Attention to details

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  • CCTV Controller

    CCTV Controller

    Responsibilities

    To record all events and actions taken in a clear ,legible, accurate written format and provide an efficient and courteous radio and telephone answering service and deal efficiently with all enquiries.
    Controller surveys all CCTV cameras, patrols the premises from time to time both physically and via camera as he/she discharges supervision duties.
    Controller records all occurrences incidents in the security occurrence book and provides occurrence reports at the end of his/her shift.
    Controller protects and ensures proper use of all CCTV/ Control room equipment.
    Participate in personal training and development in order to maintain an understanding of current CCTV legislation and regulations.
    Controller reviews/ plays back footage in the event of any investigation (Only with authority from the security officer.
    Liaise with authorities in case of emergency in the premises in the absence of security officer
    Participate in daily security briefings to ensure security standards are as per the requirements from the contracted guards.
    Any other duty as assigned from time to time

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Security Management
    At least two years proven experience in operating CCTV equipment
    Certificates in Fire Safety and First Aid
    Be able to prioritize, organize, and follow-up.
    Observant and skilled at interpreting people body language and expressions.
    Be a clear thinker and be able to remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
    Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.

  • Senior Management & Programme Analyst Supply Chain Business Intelligence Officer Climate Action Communication & Design Internship Finance Internship Project Logistics Officer Internship Programme Management Internship Urban Basic Services Internship Utilities & Urban Basic Services Internship Social Media & Communications Internship Graphic Design Internship Human Resource Internship

    Senior Management & Programme Analyst Supply Chain Business Intelligence Officer Climate Action Communication & Design Internship Finance Internship Project Logistics Officer Internship Programme Management Internship Urban Basic Services Internship Utilities & Urban Basic Services Internship Social Media & Communications Internship Graphic Design Internship Human Resource Internship

    This position is located in the Policy and Programme Division at the Nairobi Duty Station. Under the direct supervision of the Director and within delegated authority the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
    Responsibilities

    Provides policy advice to the organizations leadership, on conceptual strategy development and management of the implementation of overall strategies and intra and inter-divisional policies and procedures. Directs policy research papers, prepares corporate positions and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
    Develops, implements, monitors and evaluates assigned programme/projects. Provides direction and sound and innovative advice on a wide range of issues, including developing policy and strategies for issues on a long-term and large-scale basis to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of results that ensure the best interests of the organization, and/or client.
    Delivers thorough, well-reasoned contributions, e.g., policy recommendations, complex papers, analysis, substantive sections of reports and studies, publications, etc. Implements corrective action with respect to operational issues.
    Supervises preparation of various written outputs, e.g. background papers, analysis, substantial sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. Directs substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., including proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
    Manages outreach activities; designs and conducts workshops, seminars, including to develop corporate positions, makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
    Carries out programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Division, including preparation of budgets, assigning and monitoring of performance parameters and critical indicators, reporting on budget/programme performance, preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting, evaluation of staff performance, interviews of candidates for job openings and evaluation of candidates.
    Serves as an effective spokesperson and establishes collaboration and partnerships with key officials at all levels inside and outside the organization. Ensures effective utilization, supervision and development of staff; Guides, evaluates and mentors staff.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities and risks in the field of environment and development. Ability to generate and communicate links between the sub-programme, the political economy and the socio-economic environment. Demonstrated ability in programme and project management in a complex environment and/or development programmes and projects
    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.
    VISION: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; Clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; Generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction; Conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities.
    MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.
    LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: Empowers others to translate vision into results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; Demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, law, public affairs, environmental science or a related field is required.
    A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area, including at least 5 in an international setting, on both intergovernmental and inter-agency affairs is required.
    Knowledge on a broad range of environment and sustainable development issues is required, understanding of the Agenda 2030 processes is an advantage.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

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  • HR Officer

    HR Officer

    Responsibilities

    Coordinate staff recruitment and selection process in order to ensure a timely organized and comprehensive procedure is used to hire staff.
    Dealing with staff grievances in a prompt, conscientious manner while paying attention to the company’s business needs and policies.
    Maintain Work Health & Safety policies and procedures in accordance with the best practice ensuring compliance with legislation and risk management
    Monitoring and facilitating applicable employment labor laws to ensure legal compliance e.g. remittance of government levies for NSSF, NHIF, HELB, NITA, and OSHA.
    Tracking and updating payroll enrolments, changes and terminations and liaising with the finance team to ensure all payroll calculations are made for implementation in a timely manner.
    Timely and accurate updating of the HR reports
    Any other duty assigned from time to time.

    Qualifications
    Required skills and Competencies

    Business or other relevant Degree. A higher diploma in Human Resources Management.
    At least 2 years’ relevant work experience.
    Knowledge of practices and procedures of HR management
    Knowledge of employment and Labour Laws
    Proficient knowledge of operating a HRIS
    Strong problem solving, organization and inter-personal skills
    High integrity and maintaining confidentiality

  • Global Accountability in Emergencies

    Global Accountability in Emergencies

    Do you want to advise, support and build the policy capacity of the Humanitarian (HUM) group members and connect then to global policy platforms for advocacy? Then this is your chance!
    The Global Accountability in Emergencies Advisor will advise, support and build the policy capacity of the HUM group members and connect them to global policy platforms for advocacy. This will entail advocacy and policy work as well as supporting on research around accountability in emergencies.
    We expect you to:

    Have a relevant higher education.
    Have at least five years post graduate work experience in relevant subject field, including work experience from developing countries.
    Have extensive hands on experience including implementation of projects and programmes/detailed knowledge of the content and application of the Grand Bargain commitments, key international standards relating to emergency work and humanitarian accountability.Have significant experience in networking, advocacy and policy work.
    Have field experience in disaster environments.
    Have experience of providing support and guidance across development programmes/projects – particularly in multi-country settings.
    Have knowledge of media monitoring and advocacy.

    We offer you

    A two-year contract (please note that the Advisor may start the contract at the country of residence while waiting for work permit in Kenya).
    A monthly salary of 2,834 Euro.
    A pension with monthly employer’s contribution of 283 Euro and employee’s contribution of 87 Euro.
    A relocation allowance of 667 Euro + 333 Euro per dependent.
    A House Allowance of 900 Euro.
    An Education Allowance up to 4,450 Euro per child.

    Application deadline: 3 February 2019 at midnight Danish time (CET)
    We only receive applications through our recruitment system, as such please use the link below to submit your application. Any applications sent through email will not be taken into consideration.

  • Director, Africa Region

    Director, Africa Region

    About the Role
    The Director for Africa reports to the Executive Director for BRAC International, supervising 5-7 Country Directors and overseeing a staff cohort of 4,000+ working across Uganda, Liberia, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania and soon in Rwanda. The operating income for the region is approximately 48 Million USD in both grants and microfinance programmes.
    Within BRAC, the Director holds key relationships with the Director of Asia Programmes, Country Representatives, Unit Heads and Sector Specialists. Externally, the Director relates to the leaders of BRAC UK, BRAC USA, donors and BRAC Bangladesh. The Director takes leadership of operational and policy-level decisions related to the countries and region. The Director receives advice and guidance from his or her supervisor on strategic and policy-level decisions which has an impact outside of the Africa region. The goal of the Director is to lead the regional offices’ development and guide them towards growth and long-term success.
    Purpose of the Role

    Leading the implementation of the regional strategy with a focus on quality control, monitoring and evaluation and donor reporting.
    Identifying synergies within the region and identifying different opportunities for programme improvement and funding and partnerships for growth.  
    Tracking success of programmes through data analysis and informing future plans and policies, aligning with the mission of BRAC.
    Offers operational support and creative leadership to country directors across the region.

    Key Performance Indicators

    Quality delivery of the programmes; including improvements required by audit and finance reports.
    Regional partnerships and donor relationships.
    Developing and reviewing new projects and proposals for existing and new BRAC countries in Africa.
    Data and research-based decision making which informs the regional strategy.

    Major Responsibilities

    Ensure successful implementation of in-country operation through overseeing planning, development and implementation of programmes in countries and achieving coherence with BRAC’s mission, values and core competencies, as well as ensuring timely reporting to donors and feeding the communication needs for the broader BRAC family.
    Oversee the management of the country offices and ensure the implementation of the country strategy.
    Manage programme collaboration within countries and within the region, identifying synergies and economies of scale in close collaboration with the country representatives.
    Provide information and analysis on regional and country-specific issues to inform future plans, innovate and adapt programme design, plan the resource mobilisation strategy and inform stakeholder interactions.
    Liaise effectively with programme anchors at BRAC International, and unit heads and programme directors in BRAC Bangladesh to ensure quality control and seamless technical assistance from head office to countries.
    Study data trends, emerging research, and advise on resource optimisation and influence internal and external stakeholders on the same.
    Align country programme strategies and sector plans with BRAC’s core competencies.
    Support country representatives in building national and regional partnerships, government and donor relationships, and fundraising and advocacy activities.
    Support effective staff hiring and management, diversity, security, gender justice, legal issues and adherence to BRAC’s integrity policies.
    Representation in external forums, country visits, advocacy.
    Oversee the development of the skills and competencies of the country team leaders.  
    Work closely with audit and finance team to ensure and align financial and overall integrity processes for the Africa office.

    Major challenges

    BRAC Africa faces resource constraints and further resources must be mobilised.
    This position is in a complex region with various countries that require support to improve synergies.  
    Remote management is required to interface with donors and country representatives.
    The region has multiple post-conflict countries, and troubleshooting in emergency context is required. 

    Experience
     

    At least 15 years’ experience in a senior technical or management position preferably in an NGO/INGO, managing complex programmes, including programme planning and administration, evaluation, proposal writing and fundraising, managing budgets and accounts, staff supervision and training.
    Experience in more than one country is preferable.
    Demonstrated experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders and multicultural staff as well as foster a culture of gender justice and diversity.
    Demonstrated experience in advocacy work and knowledge of at least one sector BRAC works in.

    Knowledge, skills and competencies
     

    Track record of managing large-scale and complex development programmes.
    Demonstrated experience leading multicultural staff and developing senior teams.
    A proven ability to raise funds and further sound growth and programme development.
    Strong influencing skills and experience relating to government and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders including business, donors, academia, media, and civil society. Technical knowledge of at least one BRAC programme.
    Able to analyse and apply research, data and learning to improve programmes and operations.
    Previous field experience, including leading community-driven programming and Southern-led development initiatives.
    Excellent communication and relationship skills.
    Experience and excellence in managing a multi-cultural organisation, leading it towards a culture of gender justice and diversity in practice.
    Excellent written and spoken English skills.
    Willingness to travel internationally.

  • Director, Africa Region

    Director, Africa Region

    About the Role
    The Director for Africa reports to the Executive Director for BRAC International, supervising 5-7 Country Directors and overseeing a staff cohort of 4,000+ working across Uganda, Liberia, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania and soon in Rwanda. The operating income for the region is approximately 48 Million USD in both grants and microfinance programmes.
    Within BRAC, the Director holds key relationships with the Director of Asia Programmes, Country Representatives, Unit Heads and Sector Specialists. Externally, the Director relates to the leaders of BRAC UK, BRAC USA, donors and BRAC Bangladesh. The Director takes leadership of operational and policy-level decisions related to the countries and region. The Director receives advice and guidance from his or her supervisor on strategic and policy-level decisions which has an impact outside of the Africa region. The goal of the Director is to lead the regional offices’ development and guide them towards growth and long-term success.
    Purpose of the Role

    Leading the implementation of the regional strategy with a focus on quality control, monitoring and evaluation and donor reporting.
    Identifying synergies within the region and identifying different opportunities for programme improvement and funding and partnerships for growth.  
    Tracking success of programmes through data analysis and informing future plans and policies, aligning with the mission of BRAC.
    Offers operational support and creative leadership to country directors across the region.

    Key Performance Indicators

    Quality delivery of the programmes; including improvements required by audit and finance reports.
    Regional partnerships and donor relationships.
    Developing and reviewing new projects and proposals for existing and new BRAC countries in Africa.
    Data and research-based decision making which informs the regional strategy.

    Major Responsibilities

    Ensure successful implementation of in-country operation through overseeing planning, development and implementation of programmes in countries and achieving coherence with BRAC’s mission, values and core competencies, as well as ensuring timely reporting to donors and feeding the communication needs for the broader BRAC family.
    Oversee the management of the country offices and ensure the implementation of the country strategy.
    Manage programme collaboration within countries and within the region, identifying synergies and economies of scale in close collaboration with the country representatives.
    Provide information and analysis on regional and country-specific issues to inform future plans, innovate and adapt programme design, plan the resource mobilisation strategy and inform stakeholder interactions.
    Liaise effectively with programme anchors at BRAC International, and unit heads and programme directors in BRAC Bangladesh to ensure quality control and seamless technical assistance from head office to countries.
    Study data trends, emerging research, and advise on resource optimisation and influence internal and external stakeholders on the same.
    Align country programme strategies and sector plans with BRAC’s core competencies.
    Support country representatives in building national and regional partnerships, government and donor relationships, and fundraising and advocacy activities.
    Support effective staff hiring and management, diversity, security, gender justice, legal issues and adherence to BRAC’s integrity policies.
    Representation in external forums, country visits, advocacy.
    Oversee the development of the skills and competencies of the country team leaders.  
    Work closely with audit and finance team to ensure and align financial and overall integrity processes for the Africa office.

    Major challenges

    BRAC Africa faces resource constraints and further resources must be mobilised.
    This position is in a complex region with various countries that require support to improve synergies.  
    Remote management is required to interface with donors and country representatives.
    The region has multiple post-conflict countries, and troubleshooting in emergency context is required. 

    Experience
     

    At least 15 years’ experience in a senior technical or management position preferably in an NGO/INGO, managing complex programmes, including programme planning and administration, evaluation, proposal writing and fundraising, managing budgets and accounts, staff supervision and training.
    Experience in more than one country is preferable.
    Demonstrated experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders and multicultural staff as well as foster a culture of gender justice and diversity.
    Demonstrated experience in advocacy work and knowledge of at least one sector BRAC works in.

    Knowledge, skills and competencies
     

    Track record of managing large-scale and complex development programmes.
    Demonstrated experience leading multicultural staff and developing senior teams.
    A proven ability to raise funds and further sound growth and programme development.
    Strong influencing skills and experience relating to government and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders including business, donors, academia, media, and civil society. Technical knowledge of at least one BRAC programme.
    Able to analyse and apply research, data and learning to improve programmes and operations.
    Previous field experience, including leading community-driven programming and Southern-led development initiatives.
    Excellent communication and relationship skills.
    Experience and excellence in managing a multi-cultural organisation, leading it towards a culture of gender justice and diversity in practice.
    Excellent written and spoken English skills.
    Willingness to travel internationally.

  • Digital Campaigner Internal Communications Coordinator

    Digital Campaigner Internal Communications Coordinator

    Job Description
    The role will coordinate ActionAid’s regional and global online advocacy and campaigns presence and advises countries on digital strategies. You will be responsible for making the online presence of the signature campaign come to life. Leads the development and roll-out of communication and digital engagement tools and products for signature campaign, support country campaigns and our youth programming and engagement. To qualify for this role you need a Relevant Bachelors or Master’s degree or more than five years’ experience in civil society campaigning.
     

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  • Programme Management NGO Finance & Budget Officer

    Programme Management NGO Finance & Budget Officer

    The post is located in the Science Division, UNEP Live,Technology and Innovation Unit within the Country Outreach, Technology and Innovation Branch (COTI), at the Nairobi duty station.
    Responsibilities
    Under the day-to-day supervision of the Head, UNEP Live, Technology and Innovation Unit, and the overall guidance of the Chief, Country Outreach, Technology and Innovation Branch (COTI), the incumbent will function to deliver scientific environmental data and indicators to support both environmental assessments and reporting at national, regional and global levels, and early warning of emerging environmental issues and trends.Manage all aspects of assigned projects related to implementing network services for environmental data, information and indicators based on gee-referenced, spatial and statistical data.

    Assist the Senior Programme Officer and the Chief of the COTI Branch to prepare project funding proposals, programme budget submissions, progress reports, financial statements,
    Participate in project preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation ensuring delivery of outputs according to project objectives, existing policies and aligning resources behind results, in the context of Result Based Management.
    Establish and conduct technical meetings to promote and extend Science Division’s work with clients of its science data and information products and services (Lead Divisions, thematic Coordinators and other partners) in close coordination with Science Division’s partnering centres and networks such as the GRID network.
    Review relevant documents and reports in early warning of environmental emerging issues, environmental data/information and indicators and provide sound substantive inputs; research, analyze and present information gathered from diverse scientific and technical sources; organize and draft background papers, provide substantive inputs to publications, etc., in a clear and professional manner.
    Supervise staff delivery of spatial data analysis and presentation of products and services, ensuring the on-line availability of Programme – relevant spatial data-sets and databases as components of the “One UN Environment Data and Indicators Platform”.

    Requirements

    Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in physical or natural sciences, information technology or related areas. A first-level university degree with relevant combination of academic and professional qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the Advanced degree.
    Minimum of seven (7) years of working experience in environmental data and information management (including spatial), project or programme formulation, management and implementation, reporting, assessments and early warning at national/regional levels – of which at least three years are at the international level is required.
    Knowledge of environmental issues and technical networking acquired through work with expert institutions and organisations is desirable. Track record or working in multicultural environments.

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