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Public Information Assistant (Tour Guide) – Part-Time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Visitors Service, Nairobi. The incumbent will be responsible for the following tasks:
CONDUCT TOURS AND BRIEFINGS

Conduct tours of the United Nations Office at Nairobi Give briefings and presentations about the United Nations and topics linked to the work of the UN (online or in-person). Explain the structure and current functions of the United Nations as well as rules of procedure of the Principal Organs of the United Nations and subsidiary bodies. Describe recent actions taken by United Nations bodies, especially UNEP and UN-Habitat and statements made by them or by the Secretary-General. Answer questions, precisely and diplomatically, concerning political, economic, and social matters connected with the work of the United Nations. Provide historical information regarding UNON and its buildings, including the significance of gifts donated by Member States and by other entities. Observe visitors’ behavior and traffic on the tour route and report any security and safety concerns. Conduct special tours and briefings for new UN recruits, delegates, military personnel, visiting affiliates such as NGOs and corporate executives, VIP guests, and students from elementary to graduate level. Provide information adapted to the various cultural backgrounds, educational levels, and special interests of the groups visiting.

PREPARATORY WORK

Attend briefings provided by the Visitors Service in order to keep abreast of current developments and gets guidance on how to address certain issues. Review press releases and other official UN information material for information. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of events relating to political, security, humanitarian, human rights and development issues by monitoring daily situation reports as well as local and international news. Request and attend special briefings from high-ranking UN officials/experts on specific UN-related issues.Develop and update materials aimed at presenting the work of the UN to a broader public; or at promoting and marketing the Visitors Service vis-à-vis its target audiences. Engage with the Visitors Service’s target audiences (via e-mail, social media, newsletters, etc.) in order to inform about the VS services and facilitate tours and briefings. Prepare and translate tours in different languages. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications/special skills

Certificate in Public Relations or Communications or Marketing is required. To have worked for at least 6 months in a similar position or as a tour guide is required. Profound knowledge of the history, structure and work of the United Nations is desirable High level of customer orientation and patience is desirable Flexibility to adapt working hours according to demand is desirable Photography and social networks writing is desirable

Languages

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in oral in either Chinese, French or Arabic is required. Knowledge of German and other UN languages is desirable.

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careers.un.org

November 5, 2024
Finance and Budget Assistant (Multiple)

Responsibilities

BUDGETING:

Assist in the collection of data for preparation of cost estimates and budget proposals in terms of staff and non-staff requirements for regular budget and extra-budgetary resources under UNON Administration.
Assist with the data extract for and preparation of various reports to management.
Assist in monitoring budget implementation and performance.
Assist with ensuring that requisitions for goods and services are in line with authorized budgets, the priorities of the organization and the UN financial rules and regulations.
Co-ordinates with other finance and budget staff on related issues during preparation of budget reports.

ACCOUNTING:

Process financial documents such as accounts payable, payroll and account receivable, in line with the financial rules and regulations.
Audits various accounting transactions, e.g., vendor payments, payroll, education grants, taxes, etc. to ensure correctness of disbursement and adherence to relevant staff rules, financial regulations and rules, ST/AI issuances or practices.
Assist in the review and analysis of various accounting data.
Scrutinize supporting documents for completeness, accuracy and validity of requests in line with applicable policies, procedure, rules and regulations before submission to Supervisor.
Process accounting adjustments and corrections in line with requests submitted by Clients and approved by the Supervisor.
Assist in the analysis of Open Item Managed accounts (OIM) in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and initiate corrective action.
Perform reconciliation of general and subledger accounts and clears suspense accounts.

GENERAL:

Receive and distribute various documents received in the unit/section.
Respond to queries and draft correspondence to clients and other stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.
Assist in ensuring that accurate and complete accounting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained.
Assist with data extraction and analysis and preparation of regular and ad hoc reports.
Perform duties as backup for other team members when required.
Supervise junior member of staff and interns.
Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. 8. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of travel related processing requirements. Ability to recognize and act in the face of conflicting priorities. Ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments. Observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
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.
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 if such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent is required. Supplementally training in finance, administration and project management is desirable.

Job – Specific Qualification

A recognized accountancy qualification (e.g. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Public Finance Accountants (CIPFA) is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively work experience in finance, budget or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three (3) years for candidates who possess a first-level University degree. Working experience with the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and finance system such as Oracle or SAP is desirable. Working experience with Budgets, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable or Treasury functions is desirable. Experience with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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careers.un.org

November 5, 2024
Assistant Database Administrator

Job Purpose:

To manage the performance, security and integrity of Metropol’s database infrastructure. You will be instrumental in the planning and enhancement of the database environment for the future.

Duties & Responsibilities

Database Performance:

Main Activities

Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast response to queries.
Use automated tools effectively to interpret the state of databases and extract areas of improvement.
Take charge of writing and optimizing in-application database statements.
Write and optimize queries to retrieve data from MongoDB.
Implement a strategy for speedy data retrieval that combines relational and NoSQL data stores.

Planning:

Main Activities

Map out the conceptual design for a planned database, considering both backend organization of data and front-end accessibility for clients.
Refine the physical design to meet storage system requirements.
Carry out capacity planning for the database.

Reporting:

Main Activities

Implement a data warehousing strategy
Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata)
Generate daily, weekly and monthly reports as discussed with your supervisor.
Communicate regularly with technical and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.

Data Security:

Main Activities

Control access permissions and privileges on production databases.
Maintain the data recovery aspects of a database.
Refine the logical design of the databases so that it can be translated into a specific data model.
Maintain data standards, including adherence to any data protection legislation.

Qualifications

Academic Background:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
Training in Mongo DB is an added advantage.

Certification

· Certification in any relational database system.

Experience

Provable two years of experience working with NoSQL data stores (MongoDB preferred)
Provable four years of experience working with PostgreSQL.
Skilled at optimizing large complicated SQL statements.
Knowledge of best practices when dealing with relational and NoSQL databases.
Proficient in using Git.
Familiar with tools that aid with profiling server resource usage and optimizing it.
Capable of configuring popular relational database systems and orchestrating clusters as necessary.

Skills:

Proven ability to work under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
Flexible and mature approach with ability to work unsupervised
Ability to write code in any contemporary language is an added advantage.
Ability to plan resource requirements from high level specifications

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November 5, 2024
Water Engineer (1 Position) Water (Assistant) Engineer Automotive Technician (2 position)

Purpose of the position

Main purpose of Water Engineer is to ensure effective planning and quality implementation of the Water activities in Dadaab refugee camps. He/she will also work closely with the other WASH officers and assistants in the field to ensure equitable water distribution and will assist the WASH Coordinator in overall planning and design of (future) projects. He/she will also stand in for the WASH Coordinator in absence and provide program support as required.

Roles and Responsibilities

Overall

Help plan activities to reduce WASH-related risks with WASH Coordinator
Collate data from the incentive workers and prepare regular reports on activities and WASH conditions for monitoring.
Coordinate with the other WASH Officers to ensure that the various aspects of the WASH response are integrated.
Liaise with community leaders and other sectors and agencies in order to coordinate within the WASH sector and between sectors such as health and shelter.
To represent PWJ in co-ordination meetings with the other IPs, section and block leaders and other stakeholders.
Preparation of the project reports in a timely manner, guidelines and other strategic documentation
Help plan and carry out need’s assessments, baseline studies and periodic studies, and feedback findings.
Maintain day to day communication with key WASH partners in order to implement WASH activities in harmonized, efficient and equitable manners.
Develop effective community engagement strategies and implement them with community-based WASH staff to promote community ownership in WASH related service delivery
Contribute to the development/establishment of WASH approaches, strategies and activities which fit in the context of the project site and in line with the directions of humanitarian assistance and guided by analysis of WASH sector needs and priorities.
Monitor and report on the use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other), verify compliance with approved allocation/organization rules, regulations and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.
Prepare designs and BoQ for constructing WASH facilities in consultation with PWJ project and WASH engineers, conduct monitoring and supervision of the construction sites.

Operation and maintenance of the Water supply system

Conduct regular monitoring and inspection of the water reticulation system to ensure smooth and uninterrupted water supply
Conduct regular assessment of day to day boreholes operations for checking of signs for preventive maintenance
Develop sound working relationship and communication with the team of water supply monitors to obtain timely reporting and any information on anomality to identify and respond swiftly to any technical problems
Monitor documentation of the water supply operators, support them in improvement if necessary and transfer the data from their ledger books to Excel template to generate monthly report to share with UNHCR and partners and analyze the trend
Engage WASH communities and community leaders and support the tap stand monitors to ensure maintenance of the taps stands and reduce breakages and vandalism for sustainability of the infrastructure.
Work closely with technical unit (master plumbers, plant foremen and plant electricians) to ensure timely execution of planned duties to reduce interruptions during water supply hours.

Project Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation

Work with the health partners on how to interpret and use data/findings to guide targeted interventions and decision making
Work closely with the MEAL officer to conduct routine KAP surveys and latrine census.
Timely development of monthly, quarterly ,semi-annual and annual performance reports and highlighting success stories arising from the field
Represent the organization as required in inter-agency and government coordination meetings and liaise with other organizations working in the operational area where appropriate.
Carry out any other task as requested by the supervisor

Require Qualifications

Education and qualification

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, or a closely related field from a recognized university.
Knowledge of SPHERE, WHO and national quality standards
Be a registered/licensed member of the relevant body
Additional course or personal learning on community development, livelihood, project and business management is an asset
Understanding of water pipeline designs, knowledge of ArcGis; Epanet, Autocad Civil-CAD and water modeling software is an asset

Relevant Experience

Minimum 5 years relevant work experience in the area of WASH and at least 1 year in humanitarian setting.
Experience in capacity building for community own resource persons or community based staff
Experience in intervention projects with strong community involvement
Experience in partner and stakeholder coordination
Experience in designing and implementing social and behavior change communication

Skills and competencies

Ability to observe and understand cultural and social contexts and reflect the understandings in programing
Excellent analytical and report writing skills
Strong community engagement and facilitation skill
Ability to infuse positive energy to the team
Attention to detail, keen at following procedures and meeting deadlines
Ability to organize tasks simultaneously and prioritize work
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills working with cross cultural and multi diverse teams
Ability to build strong working relationships for partnerships
Standards of Professional Conduct especially on integrity, service, and accountability

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We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one pdf document no later than 15th April, 2024 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post.

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recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

November 5, 2024
Senior Database Administrator

JOB PURPOSE:

To manage the performance, security and integrity of Metropol’s database infrastructure. You will be instrumental in the planning and enhancement of the database environment for the future.

Reports to:

Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO)

Responsibilities
Database Performance:

Main Activities

Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast response to queries.
Use automated tools effectively to interpret the state of databases and extract areas of improvement.
Take charge of writing and optimizing in-application database statements.
Write and optimize queries to retrieve data from MongoDB.
Implement a strategy for speedy data retrieval that combines relational and NoSQL data stores.

Planning:

Main Activities

Map out the conceptual design for a planned database, considering both backend organization of data and front-end accessibility for clients.
Refine the physical design to meet storage system requirements.
Carry out capacity planning for the database.

Reporting:

Main Activities

Implement a data warehousing strategy
Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata)
Generate daily, weekly and monthly reports as discussed with your supervisor.
Communicate regularly with technical and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.

Data Security:

Main Activities

Control access permissions and privileges on production databases.
Maintain the data recovery aspects of a database.
Refine the logical design of the databases so that it can be translated into a specific data model.
Maintain data standards, including adherence to any data protection legislation.

Qualifications
Academic Background:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
Training in Mongo DB is an added advantage.

Certification

Certification in any relational database system.

Experience

Provable two years of experience working with NoSQL data stores (MongoDB preferred)
Provable four years of experience working with PostgreSQL.
Skilled at optimizing large complicated SQL statements.
Knowledge of best practices when dealing with relational and NoSQL databases.
Proficient in using Git.
Familiar with tools that aid with profiling server resource usage and optimizing it.
Capable of configuring popular relational database systems and orchestrating clusters as necessary.

Skills:

Proven ability to work under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
Flexible and mature approach with ability to work unsupervised
Ability to write code in any contemporary language is an added advantage.
Ability to plan resource requirements from high level specifications

Key Performance Indicators

Data protection measures taken, successfully tested.
Data retrieval performance measurable improvement.
Turnaround of business requests within Metropol IT SLA.
Any other as discussed with your supervisor.

NB: All applications should be sent to hr@metropol.co.ke indicating the role applied for on the subject line of the email by COB Friday 26th April 2024.

Apply via :

hr@metropol.co.ke

November 5, 2024
Data Entry Clerk

Role Description

This is a volunteer role for a Data Entry Clerk at Action Africa Help International located in Nairobi County, Kenya. The Data Entry Clerk will be responsible for performing day-to-day data entry tasks. This includes inputting and managing data accurately and efficiently, maintaining databases, performing quality checks, and generating reports. The role requires on-site presence at the Nairobi County office.

Qualifications

Strong typing skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in computer literacy and data management
Experience in providing administrative assistance
Effective communication skills
Customer service-oriented
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of relevant software applications
Experience in data entry or related field is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree in Data Managemnt and analytics, IT or other related cources.

Interested candidates should email application letter and CV (with 3 referees) addressed to recruithq@actionafricahelp.org to be received by 4th April, 2024. The email Subject Line must show the job title of the position applied for

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recruithq@actionafricahelp.org

November 5, 2024
Public Information Assistant (Tour Guide) – Part-Time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Visitors Service, Nairobi. The incumbent will be responsible for the following tasks:
CONDUCT TOURS AND BRIEFINGS

Conduct tours of the United Nations Office at Nairobi Give briefings and presentations about the United Nations and topics linked to the work of the UN (online or in-person). Explain the structure and current functions of the United Nations as well as rules of procedure of the Principal Organs of the United Nations and subsidiary bodies. Describe recent actions taken by United Nations bodies, especially UNEP and UN-Habitat and statements made by them or by the Secretary-General. Answer questions, precisely and diplomatically, concerning political, economic, and social matters connected with the work of the United Nations. Provide historical information regarding UNON and its buildings, including the significance of gifts donated by Member States and by other entities. Observe visitors’ behavior and traffic on the tour route and report any security and safety concerns. Conduct special tours and briefings for new UN recruits, delegates, military personnel, visiting affiliates such as NGOs and corporate executives, VIP guests, and students from elementary to graduate level. Provide information adapted to the various cultural backgrounds, educational levels, and special interests of the groups visiting.

PREPARATORY WORK

Attend briefings provided by the Visitors Service in order to keep abreast of current developments and gets guidance on how to address certain issues. Review press releases and other official UN information material for information. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of events relating to political, security, humanitarian, human rights and development issues by monitoring daily situation reports as well as local and international news. Request and attend special briefings from high-ranking UN officials/experts on specific UN-related issues.Develop and update materials aimed at presenting the work of the UN to a broader public; or at promoting and marketing the Visitors Service vis-à-vis its target audiences. Engage with the Visitors Service’s target audiences (via e-mail, social media, newsletters, etc.) in order to inform about the VS services and facilitate tours and briefings. Prepare and translate tours in different languages. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications/special skills

Certificate in Public Relations or Communications or Marketing is required. To have worked for at least 6 months in a similar position or as a tour guide is required. Profound knowledge of the history, structure and work of the United Nations is desirable High level of customer orientation and patience is desirable Flexibility to adapt working hours according to demand is desirable Photography and social networks writing is desirable

Languages

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in oral in either Chinese, French or Arabic is required. Knowledge of German and other UN languages is desirable.

Apply via :

careers.un.org

November 5, 2024
Information Systems Officer

Responsibilities:

Provide strategic and operational leadership to Conference Facility technology, covering but not limited to: Conference Management and Simultaneous Interpretation Systems (CMSI), Remote Simultaneous Interpretation (RSI), Audio-Visual (AV) Distribution and Control, AV Broadcasting and Recording Systems, Web Streaming, Video Conferencing, Digital Signage, Conference Operations, Conference Engineering and Maintenance.
Develop cost proposals for contractual services, oversee the technical evaluation of proposals received and manage the contract service related to conference technology and support.
Plan for phased and minimal upgrade of outdated AV and IT equipment in the existing conferencing facility to have uninterrupted conferences to ensure customer satisfaction until the new Conference Facility Capital project is implemented.
Track and monitor AV and ICT support requirements for upcoming conference support requirements against both approved calendar and non-calendar meetings managed by the Division of Conference Services (DCS). Monitor progress against plan, requirements, quality measures, standard processes and take corrective actions when required.
Provide professional leadership and work direction to assigned conference support team, and/or mentor and supervise the work of new/junior officers, contract staff, etc.
Propose policies, standards, and operating procedures to contribute towards a managed end-to-end conference technology support and ensure that compliance is maintained under his/her area of responsibility.
Manage, mentor, support and train staff including recruiting temporary and permanent staff, managing and maintaining rosters of temporary staff, conducting performance reviews, demonstrating dynamic leadership and promoting a customer-focused approach.
Develop, implement and monitor information standards and guidelines, including testing paradigms.
Prepare technical and user documentation for conferencing technology systems and interdependent applications; prepare training material and detailed technical presentations.
Keep abreast of developments in the field of conference technology, support and determine the need for testing and evaluating new products and technologies; provide leadership on introducing technological changes; prepare various technical reports.
Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables, and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
Any other related duties that are assigned by the Chief of the Section.

Competencies:

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of design, development, management, implementation and maintenance of complex information & conferencing systems; the ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management; ability to develop and oversee large centralized or decentralized institutional systems; conceptual and strategic analytical capacity to understand information systems and business operational issues so as to thoroughly analyze and evaluate critical systems matters; 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.
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.
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.
MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; ensures that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately assesses the amount of time and resources required 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 staff when they make mistakes; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics, business management or related field is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two (2) additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Job – Specific Qualification:

Supplemental certifications in the AV, fields such as Certified Technology Specialist (CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I), Dante, Shure/DIS, AMX etc. are required. Supplemental certifications in the ICT & Project Management fields such as ITIL, Prince 2 or PMP are desirable.

Work Experience:

A minimum of Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, operation and maintenance of large-scale Conference Management and Simultaneous Interpretation (CMSI) systems with 1,500+ delegate positions is required. Experience with Remote Simultaneous Interpretation (RSI) platforms, AV Distribution and Control, AV Broadcasting and Recording Systems, Web Streaming, Video Conferencing & Digital Signage is desirable. AV experience in an international organization is desirable. Two (2) years 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 post advertised, fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of another official UN language is desirable. NOTE: “fluency equals a rating of “fluent” in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and ” Knowledge of” equals a rating of “confident” in two of the four areas

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careers.un.org

November 5, 2024
Safety and Security Consultant

The consultancy deliverables include, but are not limited to:

Producing a detailed Security Risk Assessment report for West Africa that entails a risk assessment matrix, SWOT analyses and Force-Field analyses.
Producing a Safety and Security Management Plan (SMP).
Transferring skills and capacity through coaching, training, and development of the focal points on implementation of the SMP. Provision of in-house risk management training and assistance in the integration and training of IAVI staff travelling to West Africa.
Drafting a detailed methodology (including key tools, questions, areas of focus, etc.) for area-specific security risk analysis.
Conducting detailed security risk assessment of the identified locations of the project sites. Analysis should be based on in-depth contextual understanding of local socio-political features and other accessibility considerations.
Based on the findings, developing confidential area-specific security risk assessment documentation, including risk measurement and mitigation.
Advising on what aspects of Security Risk Management should be included in the contracts and budgets of contractors.
Developing crisis and emergency contingency management plans.
Conducting analysis of security stakeholders in the medical/health research sector.
Developing terms of Reference for local security providers, including appropriate reinforcement of codes of conduct and use of force.
Recommending existing systems and sources of intel for continued monitoring and assessment of risks in West Africa.
Providing guidance on (i) shortlisting prospective service providers and (ii) selection/interview process for such service providers.

Deliverable(s): Inception Report

Mobilization of consultant and logistical dispositions.
Review of documents and outline of all initial pertinent activities that need to be performed and the obligations of the Safety and Security Committee The report shall also bring to the attention of the Safety and Security Committee a list of potential issues that warrant early attention.
Overall and detailed work program featuring a concept of operations, pertinent activities, and critical pathways; and
Outline of organizational lines of authority, communication, and coordination procedures in relation to: (i) the SMP, and (ii) related Field Security Specialist.

Deliverables: Security Risk Assessment Report

Risk assessment methodologies and tools.
Identification of risks, impacts and mitigation.
Content of the risk assessment report.
Sources and systems of risk intel.

Deliverables: Security risk management strategy

Risk description; contingency actions; risk impacts on the project; risk matrix analysis.
Risk assessment and mitigation measures.
Overview of the local security situation and contingency actions.
Security management plan.
Crisis and emergency contingency management plans.
The consultant will report to the Chief of Party and Africa Regional Director
Duration of the assignment will be eight weeks.

Application Requirements:

Attach the requisite qualifications and certifications.
Attach a list of references from current and previous clients for similar work done.
Attach a proposal document with your quote in USD.

Qualifications:

Key personnel must possess a degree or diploma in law enforcement, criminal science, computer science, security, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in West Africa.
Demonstrable capability in providing a three thronged approach that entails informative and advisory service, preventive and operational.
Demonstrable security sector experience gained working in West Africa especially delivering security management solutions in conflict and/or hard to reach areas.
Excellent technical skills for building security architecture aligned with the business’s requirements.
Strong computer coding and endpoint security skills.
Experience in Security Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning and Crisis Management Planning with demonstrable capabilities and experience.
Documented capabilities in terms of resource and time management.

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recruiting.ultipro.com

November 5, 2024
Workshop Assistant Technician – 1 Position Workshop Foreman – 1 Position Workshop Auto Electrician – 1 Position Workshop Office Assistant – 1 Position

Position Overview:

The Assistant Technician will be responsible for the general maintenance, servicing and repairs of tires. The role will ensure safekeeping and maintaining of safe working conditions to avoid risk that may cause injury to him as well as the others.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Inspecting and assessing tire tread levels, wear patterns, valve quality and overall health
Recommending and applying appropriate repair treatment or replacement of tires
Talking to the customer about any issues they are experiencing
Installing, balancing, and repairing tires for passenger cars and heavy vehicles
Diagnosing and solving alignment issues
Ensuring that all work is completed efficiently and safely
Repairing and installing tires for trucks, cars, motorcycles, and other heavy vehicles
Replacing valves and repairing punctures
Will ensure maintenance and proper use of tools, equipment, safekeeping and orderliness of the working area.
Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.

Requirements:

Relevant Certificate in Automotive mechanics/At least Grade 2 Certificate in Automotive trade.
Must have wide knowledge and skills in repairing different types of tires
Must have knowledge in tire troubleshooting.
2 years relevant experience in tire repairs in a busy workshop.
Computer literacy and data processing (Word, Excel, Internet).
Working Proficiency: English and Kiswahili Languages.
Commitment to and understanding of PWJ Vision, Mission and Values.

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Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience to recruit@peace-winds.or.ke.in the subject line. The deadline for applications is 5th April 2024.

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recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

November 5, 2024