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  • Team Leader, Ramp Services

    Team Leader, Ramp Services

    Swissport is recruiting for the position of Team Leader, Ramp Services reporting to the Service Delivery Lead, Operations and Ramp Services based at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring that operational excellence is delivered without compromising on quality, safety and service delivery.

    Main responsibilities

    Coaching and coordinating the team assigned to the task.
    Reporting critical issues while performing the assigned task to the Service Delivery Lead on duty.
    Ensuring compliance with all SOPs and policies in order to meet or exceed regulatory standards and deliver the desired customer experience.
    Leading the team to ensure we deliver consistently great customer experience at every touchpoint.
    Resolving service challenges in a timely manner.
    Maintain discipline and ensure that staff observe safe working practice as per company policies.
    Completing flight/task reports as per company procedure.
    Maintaining positive customer relationship during the assigned task.
    Actively participating in customer briefings and ensuring that the customer expectations are met.

    Professional qualification and experience

    Education: Diploma or Higher
    Computer Literacy
    Experience: At least 3 years’ experience in aviation in Ground Service Equipment operations 
    Customer Oriented
    Problem solving and decision making.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    Good Planner, who pays attention to detail and is a team player.
    Ability to work under pressure.

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  • Associate, Advocacy, Policy & Communications

    Associate, Advocacy, Policy & Communications

    Position Summary:

    IAVI is seeking an ambitious Associate, Advocacy, Policy & Communications to help drive and execute critical initiatives critical to IAVI’s mission of translating science into public health solutions! The Associate will support advocacy, policy, and communications initiatives, as well as capacity strengthening efforts. The Associate will be responsible for critical documentation and project management of key initiatives, working closely with colleagues across Africa, India, and the US. The Associate will develop tools for project management, implementation, documentation and budgets administration of policy, advocacy, and communications including supporting stakeholder engagement and learning events.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Provide coordination support to APC’s Africa regional activities including tracking development and completion of policy advocacy, partnerships and stakeholder engagement initiatives, following up on action items, maintaining knowledge management.
    Act as liaison between Program Management Specialists, Administration Executives and APC team members to ensure proper planning, logistics, and scheduling in support of communication, advocacy, partnerships, stakeholder engagement and capacity strengthening activities.
    As part of a global team, support the management of policy advocacy, partnerships, stakeholder engagement and learning events including issue briefs, speaker engagements, capacity building workshops, note-taking and reports, documentation of learnings, case studies, advocacy materials, and other documents.
    Liaise with colleagues across APC to collate content for donor reports, including follow-up and support documentation and communication of key learning and policy advocacy products, as well as with in-house reviewers to ensure accuracy and clarity of technical content.
    Support management of project funds including following up on reports, documentation of activities, and supporting the development of other policy advocacy products.
    Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

    Education and Experience:

    Bachelor’s degree in communications or a relevant discipline is required.
    Minimum of 2 years of experience in advocacy, communications, and/or marketing is required.
    Experience in the technology or global health-related communications and advocacy is preferred.
    Experience in project management and donor reporting is preferred.

    Qualifications and Skills:

    Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills are required.
    Demonstrated experience supporting the development and adaptation of tools and templates, case studies, and briefing materials.
    Experience in management of workshops, training including virtual events is required.
    General knowledge of public health, health systems, and challenges affecting communities in the African context vaccine product development, R&D and regulatory issues.
    Demonstrated ability in report writing for donor, government, and corporate audiences.
    Self-initiator, detail-oriented, organized, adaptable to changing priorities, and the ability to take the initiative and to meet strict deadlines with minimal supervision.
    Demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and team-based structure, with the flexibility to work within multiple time zones and multiple teams across the globe.
    Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other information processing software.

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    recruiting.ultipro.com

  • Regional Program Manager

    Regional Program Manager

    Job Purpose: 

    The candidate will be familiar with working in an international (network) organisation and will be responsible for providing visionary programmatic leadership while focusing on the overall organisational goals and objectives. The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of the implementation of the projects in Wetlands International Eastern Africa (WIEA). He/she will be expected to lead and manage the Programme team to achieve the aspirations of WIEA through programme development, effective coordination, consolidation, technical support and strategic guidance by ensuring a cohesive team spirit and motivation to perform. He/she will support resource mobilization and ensure prioritization, allocation and work plan coherence to deliver the Wetlands International Eastern Africa Strategy. He/she will be a member of the WIEA senior management team. 
    This will be a challenging and highly rewarding leadership and management role. This will involve strategic planning and programme design to establish an innovative portfolio. 

    Reporting Lines: 

    This role reports to Director – Eastern Africa 

    Work Relationship: 

    Internal Context: 

    Reports to the Director Eastern Africa. Works in close collaboration with the Programme teams in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania and South Sudan; the Regional team including the Regional Communications Officer, Regional Policy & Advocacy Officer; the Global Office Teams 
    Regional Office support teams 

    External Context 

    Project partners, Academia & Research Centers, Government institutions, Private Sector, Communities 

    Key Responsibilities 

    Programme Management and Implementation 

    Overall responsibility for strategic programme design, development and management and alignment with the organisation’s overall vision and mission 
    Ensure the Programme activities are strongly grounded, strongly interlinked and consolidated at the regional level 
    Lead and coordinate the development of Detailed Implementation Plans and ensure delivery of high-quality programs 
    Explore innovative solutions and think creatively to identify solutions that maximise impact on the ground 
    Support the Director with communicating WIEA work and results and advocating for our objectives 

    Fundraising and Donor relationship management 

    Support the Director in developing and managing relationships with donors 
    Lead the design of innovative programmes in Eastern Africa (and potentially Southern Africa) – develop high-quality proposals through a participatory approach 

    Program reviews, monitoring, evaluation, programme learning and reporting 

    Ensure close monitoring of the projects in the field to ensure alignment and contribution to the WIEA Strategy 
    Integrating and ongoing management of effective monitoring and evaluation frameworks into programme design 
    Ensure quality and timely submission of quarterly and annual or required programme and project reports as per donor and organizational standards and guidelines 
    Oversee the identification, documentation and dissemination of project learning and results in various forums, including media stories, lessons learned, case studies, etc., and support learning exchanges 

    Partnerships and networking 

    Support the Programme Team in strengthening WIEA relationship with strategic networks and alliances 
    Initiate and nurture networks and alliances with key stakeholders 

    Financial Management 

    Develop, monitor, review and update the work plans to ensure that they attain objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possible 
    Develop, review and approve programme concepts, and partner financial requests as per organizational processes and procedures 
    Manage the expenditure and disbursement of resources allocated 
    Monitor and advise on programme and project spending and variance reports as per organizational process and procedures 

    Team Leadership 

    Provide overall leadership to a broad team of programme staff ensuring synergy, sharing of best practices and resources 
    Manage team dynamics and staff well-being, provide coaching, strategically tailor individual development plans, and complete performance management for direct reports 
    Supervise and regularly coordinate with all programmes and support staff to ensure smooth planning, preparation, activities implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of programme results and overall impact 

    Qualification, Experience & Skills 

    Professional Qualifications 

    A minimum of a Master’s Degree in the natural sciences, with a preference for strong expertise in ecology or conservation biology. 

    Relevant Experience 

    Over 15 years of experience with significant hands-on experience preferably in an international NGO with a proven record of accomplishment in managing donor-funded programmes. The candidate should have demonstrated experience in: 

    Project cycle management 
    Understanding of and working with monitoring and evaluation frameworks. 
    Leading and managing teams 
    Setting up new projects and programs 
    Working with senior officials in both the public and private sectors. 
    Prior experience in water resources/wetlands management 
    Demonstrated track record in proposal development, funding acquisitions and grant management for major donors 

    Essential Competencies & Skills 

    Delivering Results: result-oriented, self-starter and able to work independently 
    Strategic Thinking and Planning: Experience in organisational strategic planning a programme design 
    Collaborative: Able to work independently and as part of multi-cultural and multi-country teams 
    Communicating and Influencing: Effective communication skills, both verbal and written 
    Cultural Sensitivity: Adaptable and sensitive to work in different cultural contexts 
    Time Management: Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines 
    Leadership and Management: Leading by example, setting direction and supporting colleagues 

    Core organizational competencies 

    Professionalism 
    Accountability for results 
    Integrity and leadership 
    Teamwork 
    Relationship building 
    Communications 
    Organisation and self-control 

    Language Requirement: 

    Excellent skills in English (writing and speaking)

    Please send us your CV, motivation letter and expected gross salary to hreastafrica@wetlands-eafrica.org not later than the 5th of April, 2024 with the subject title “Application for Regional Programme Manager. Kindly note that all contact should be directed at Wetlands International West Africa’s email mentioned above.

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    hreastafrica@wetlands-eafrica.org

  • Human Resources Assistant Administrative Assistant Accounting Assistant/Finance Associate Senior Accounting Assistant/ Accounting Associate

    Human Resources Assistant Administrative Assistant Accounting Assistant/Finance Associate Senior Accounting Assistant/ Accounting Associate

    Responsibilities
    RECRUITMENT AND PLACEMENT   

    Processes applications for vacancies, prepare and maintain case files for candidates, ensure and monitor the transfer of files of candidates between offices, arranging for interviews, and entering data on candidates into the automated roster. Assists in the filling of posts, including initiating and following-up on reference checks and academic verifications, ensuring the completion of the pre-recruitment formalities, calculating salaries and related benefits, and preparing and dispatching offers of appointment and Statement of Emoluments. Assists in the evaluation and screening of applications of candidates for secretarial, clerical and related categories positions. Maintains vacancy announcement files and tracks status of vacancy announcements. Coordinates with Executive Offices, selected candidates and staff on travel arrangements, visa matters and shipment of personal effects. Prepares agenda and provides relevant documentation required for recruitment related meetings.Prepares personnel actions.  

    ADMINISTRATION OF ENTITLEMENTS   

    Reviews and processes requests for entitlements and claims.Maintains entitlements in the ERP system. Assists in the review and processing of data pertaining to conditions of service.   

    STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER SUPPORT TRAINING   

    Assists in the organization and conduct of training courses and workshops. Provides logistics and administrative support to trainers.  

    CLASSIFICATION   

    Assists in reviewing and processing requests for classification. Provides advice and answers general queries on classification procedures and processes.   

    GENERAL

    Provides general office support services; drafts and/or processes a variety of correspondence and other communications. Sets up and maintains reference files/records (electronic and paper). Schedules appointments/meetings, monitors deadlines, etc. Undertakes research on a range of HR related issues and assists in the preparation of notes/reports. Maintains automated database containing HR related statistics and prepares periodic reports. Assists in the preparation of necessary documentation for distribution to various offices, departments and overseas offices. Performs a variety of administrative duties (e.g. leave recording, request for office supplies and equipment, etc.). May provide guidance/training to less experienced staff. Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.Ensures that requirements and background information used for data analysis are documented. Performs other duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM:    Knowledge of the human resources policies, procedures and practices and ability to apply them in an organizational setting.Demonstrate use of initiative and makes appropriate linkages in work requirements and anticipates next steps.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.  
    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 with 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

    Completion of secondary education or equivalent is required.  Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration and other related area is desirable.

    Job – Specific Qualification

    Relevant training in administration, human resources management or related area is desirable.    

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in general office support, administrative support and project management support functions is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three (3) years for candidates who possess a first level University degree. Experience working with Microsoft Office applications is required. Experience in using web-based or integrated information management systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is desirable. One (1) year of experience within the United Nations or similar international organizations is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Languages

    For the post advertised, fluency in English required and knowledge of a local language is an advantage.  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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  • Manager, Global Access

    Manager, Global Access

    Position Summary: 

    Are you an ambitious and experienced Global Access professional eager to make a positive impact in public health?

    IAVI is seeking a Manager, Global Access to contribute to the development and operationalization of plans and strategies across IAVI’s global access portfolio. As a key member of the Global Access team, you will partner with cross-functional leaders, partners, donors, and a range of stakeholders across the Global Access network. You will execute a range of activities, including project and budget management, data compilation and analytics, competitive intelligence, proposal development, and communications.

    If you are passionate about Global Access and interested in joining a mission-driven organization, learn more and apply below!

    Key Responsibilities:

    Project and budget management

    Provide coordination and project management support for the Global Access team in executing a wide range of activities and initiatives.
    Support the contracting process for Global Access projects, including preparing background information, drafting scopes of work, managing inputs into Contract Central, preparing documentation, and ensuring timely progress. 
    Provide support for both virtual and in person meetings, including scheduling, preparing participant lists, sending invitations, tracking participants, identifying venues, coordinating meeting logistics.
    Support grant management, reporting, and proposal development for Global Access team.

    Competitive intelligence and data analytics

    Conduct desk research, collate, and help analyze data including performing market intelligence; product and disease landscaping; partner and stakeholder mapping; literature reviews; mapping of funding and collaboration opportunities; and collection of other Access-related evidence, as needed.
    Support preparation of presentations, updates, briefs, proposals, and reports to support IAVI Global Access efforts.

    Communications

    Provide general support to the team, including help with preparing background information and pre-reads for convenings, meeting minutes and summaries, tracking and leading select action items, and reporting. Develop PowerPoint presentations, for internal and external use.
    Manage feedback and approval processes for key materials shared externally.

    Education and Experience:

    MPH/MA/MBA in a public health, life sciences, or a related field is required.
    Minimum of 5 years’ experience in global health, public health, health economics, market research or a related field is required.

    Qualifications and Skills:

    Experience working for, or with, leading global organizations such as CHAI, USAID/PEPFAR, WHO, GAVI, the Wellcome, or other agencies as well as philanthropic organizations like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is required.
    Demonstrated knowledge of global public health; access & delivery considerations; vaccines or monoclonal antibodies; HIV, TB, and EID prevention; and/or product development.
    Strong research and writing experience, with the ability to quickly research, analyze, and provide synthesized summaries of relevant data and information.
    Detail-oriented with a proven track record in managing complex, cross functional and multi-country projects and meeting deadlines.
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) is required.
    Demonstrated ability to translate key Global Access content into compelling, visually appealing, and broadly accessible messaging is highly desirable.
    Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to facilitate team interactions.
    Strong judgement, and the ability to take initiative and work independently, while identifying and escalating concerns as needed, are required.
    A team player with strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others at all levels.

    Apply via :

    recruiting.ultipro.com

  • Chief of Service, Security and Safety (Temporary Job Opening)

    Chief of Service, Security and Safety (Temporary Job Opening)

    Specific responsibilities will be as follows:

    Direction and Management of the Security Services at UNON:  

    Ensuring that the outputs produced by the SSS maintain high-quality standards; that reports are clear, objective and based on comprehensive data.
    Ensuring that all outputs produced by the Sections under his/her supervision meet required standards before completion to ensure they comply with the relevant mandates.  
    Undertaking or oversees the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the SSS, including preparation of budgets, reporting on budget/programme performance, evaluation of staff performance (ePerformance), interviews of candidates for job openings, evaluation of candidates and preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting.  
    Managing and supervising the functioning of the Service according to the need of Organization, including establishing safety policies and standards, recruitment policies and standards for security personnel and resource planning.  
    Liaising with host country law enforcement agencies, international criminal police organizations, in exchanging critical security information.  

    Ensuring the security and safety of staff members by:

    Has overall responsibility for the protection of security and safety of delegates, staff, visiting dignitaries and other visitors within the United Nations complex:  
    Managing the provision of security briefings.  Managing and supervising the investigation of security relevant incidents.  
    Liaising with local law enforcement authorities and Permanent Missions on special security arrangements.  

    Coordinate the UN security efforts in both urban centres and up-county areas of Kenya and Eritrea by:  

    Ensuring the safety and security of UN staff assigned to Kenya and Eritrea including their family members.  
    Leading, supervising and carrying out the work programme of the DSS at the UNON.  
    Improving security of UN facilities throughout Kenya and Eritrea; ensuring that the Security equipment and procedures are consistent with the current procedures established by UNDSS.  
    Preparing and updating Security Risk Assessments, Minimum Operating Security Standards and UN contingency plans.
     Establishing close working relationship with UN Agencies, the Security Forces of the Kenya and Eritrea Government, commercial security companies, Embassies, High Commissions and International Organizations.  
    Managing security arrangements to cover meetings held at UN offices in Nairobi and coordination with relevant local authorities.  

    Outside operational activities:  

    Accompanying the Secretary-General and other VIPs on mission to Kenya and organizing security measures in co-ordination with security services.  Participating in international, regional or national meetings on security matters as required.

    Competencies

     PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of security management combined with solid background of military or other security specialization and some political and social knowledge of country of assignment. Ability to deal effectively with stress factor when encountered in security management. Ability to apply technical skills to understand and consolidate the varying specializations such as electronics, communications, mechanics, explosives and other sophisticated devices encountered in security system management. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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.  
    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 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 tasks to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching of staff, encourages risk-taking and 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.  
    JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in law, criminal justice, criminology or equivalent specialization in security or police management or in security-related fields.
    A first-level university degree in any of these fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying 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.

    Work Experience

    At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in security management, police or military service is required.    
    Experience in managing a large, complex security service is required.    
    Experience in crisis management and/or emergency management is desirable.    
    Experience in the management of Security and Safety Services within the United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable.    
    Experience in coordinating security operations involving multiple military, intelligence, security and law enforcement agencies is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French 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.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Associate Director OR Director, Analytical Science and Assay Development, Viral Vaccines

    Associate Director OR Director, Analytical Science and Assay Development, Viral Vaccines

    IAVI is seeking an Associate Director OR Director, Analytical Science and Assay Development Viral vaccines to strategize and lead activities for the development of vaccines and biologics candidates important to human health for prophylactic and/or therapeutic use. This leader will address analytical needs of transitioning viral vectors from discovery into clinical testing in an effort to bring solutions to critical global health challenges. 

    Key Responsibilities:

    Advise the relevant internal stakeholders with the FDA, EMA, ICH, WHO, regulatory, and pharmacopeia guidelines and compliance requirements for biologics.
    Develop and implement evolving analytical packages that span all the way through from research to a regulated compliance environment (R&D and GXP).
    Build assay packages that ensure product CQAs are maintained during expression, purification, and storage of DS and DP of biologics.
    Translate research techniques from in-house and external developers into SOPs for tech transfer.
    Participate within the Product Development Project teams, developing technical work plans through different phases of development through to cGMP manufacturing and product release to support IND enabling activities.
    Collaborate on grant applications, writing grants, and developing budgets to secure funding.
    Author and review technical and scientific documents including but not limited to method development reports, qualification/ validation protocols and reports, SOPs, and test methods.
    Author and review CMC IND sections for regulatory submission.
    Maintain analytical data integrity in compliance with industry good documentation practices (GDP).
    Ensure that testing methodologies meet phase-appropriate cGMP requirements.
    Work with internal subject matter experts to write and review analytical test method, protocols, and development reports.
    Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager.

    Education and Experiences:

    PhD in analytical chemistry or a related field is highly preferred; Advanced degree is required.
    Educational experience focused on biological analysis is highly preferred.
    Minimum 8 years of experience in biologics CMC development with PhD OR minimum of 10 years’ experience with advanced degree required Level to be determined based on expertise and experience in field.
    Experience in vaccine development and outsourcing pharma bioanalysis, with an emphasis on virus-based vaccines is required.

    Qualifications and Skills:

    Experience in cGxP (e.g. GRP, GMP, GLP) is required.
    Experience with the testing of Vaccines and Therapeutics, consistent with International Standards e.g., ICH, US FDA and EMA requirements is required; Experience with live attenuated viruses and/or gene therapy vectors highly preferred.
    Experience working in an FDA Regulated Environment (Pharmaceuticals or Biologics) for analytical development of cGMP biologicals for pre-clinical, and clinical evaluation is required.
    Experience with the development, qualification, and validation of standard analytical tests for viral vaccines (e.g., virus infectivity, qPCR, RT-PCR, SDS-PAGE, western blots, sequencing, Next Generation Sequencing, ELISA) for Late-Stage development is highly preferred.
    Experience in developing, qualifying, and validating large molecule analytical methods including HPLC, capillary electrophoresis (CE), and biologics characterization is required.
    Experience in writing SOPs and technical transfer and training is required.
    Experience developing and implementing an evolving analytical package that spans all the way through from research to a regulated compliance environment (R&D and GXP) is required.
    Understands the scientific principles underpinning the critical quality attributes (CQA) of drug substance (DS) and drug product (DP). Experience in building an assay package that ensures that CQAs are maintained during expression, purification, and storage of DS and DP of biologics is required.
    Technical understanding of Vaccines and Therapeutics development and knowledge of Quality Assurance (QA) considerations for cGxP activities.
    Excellent verbal, written, and presentations skills are required.
    Track record of working in a multi-cultural environment with the ability to influence and generate consensus is required.

    Apply via :

    recruiting.ultipro.com

  • Head Medical SM&P

    Head Medical SM&P

    About The Role
    Job Purpose:

    Lead medical affairs efforts for and Specialty Medicines and Programs (SM&P) and represent SSA at Global Health GPTs as needed. This include guiding local medical and Healthcare Systems Strengthening (HSS) teams, be responsible for partnership execution and oversight and work hand-in-hand with relevant stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of Global Health programs in SSA. The role is also accountable for identifying and executing specific opportunities to address specialty areas such as transplant and oncology/hematology in the region.
    Drive the medical plans & disease area strategies for SM&P, guiding the Medical Affairs and HSS plans for region. Provide medical and Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) leadership for the region in cross-functional global, regional, and local teams, support integrated disease area & program plans and guide execution of country Medical Affairs activities, with the SM&P Medical Science Liaisons.

    Major Accountabilities:

    Lead the development of high-quality Medical and HSS strategies for the Global Health Programs and specialty disease areas, providing scientific expertise across functions as well as a compelling story to guide the SM&P teams:
    Work with the Global Medical Affairs Directors to execute local and regional medical affairs and HSS plans including but not limited to the evidence gap analysis and competitors’ landscape in conjunction with other functions (i.e. Patient Access) to support the decision-making processes.
    Perform key activities related to planning, execution, M&E and reporting of HSS partnerships across the region for and ensure timely and on budget delivery e.g. Develop, contribute and review presentation materials for study/program-related advisory boards in SSA, local investigator meetings for studies linked to SM&P, and external speaker at meetings, as required; for HSS – review and development of concept notes, partnership agreements and governance bodies.
    Support the development and rollout of activities in partnership with key external stake-holders to build capability and provide successful solutions in the health care system to reach underserved patient populations.
    Support health system strengthening reporting across SSA, partnering to establish Monitoring & Evaluation plans, and integrating into existing reporting mechanisms.
    Identify and map clinical COEs for specialty medicines including Global Health programs, Transplant and Oncology.
    Lead and/or enable interactions with external key stakeholders including but not limited to (e.g. Key Medical Experts, Scientific Societies, FBO’s, NGO’s Policy and key decision makers, Patient Associations, Health Authorities, etc.).
    Coach and develop team members with regards to SM&P efforts; influencing strategy and tactics across the region to ensure best outcome for patients; involves extensive internal and external networking co-create medical plan bringing relevant insights, and shape region or country activities to address local needs and in line with global strategy.
    Ensure successful execution of Health system strengthening initiatives (HSS), Demonstrate impact of health systems strengthening efforts, raise awareness of approaches and ensure cross-fertilization of good practices.
    Collaborate across functions and/or divisions to operate as “one team” and provide guidance on governance, as required.
    Work with Ethics and Compliance Professional Practices Policy (BeSure ) and ensure team does the same.

    Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

    We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

    Role Requirements
    Education & Qualifications:

    Advanced degree or equivalent education/degree in life science/healthcare is required.
    MD or PharmD/PhD preferred.
    Advanced knowledge in medical/scientific and Therapeutic areas required.

    Competencies:

    Applied Business Insights
    Breakthrough Analysis and Business Mindset
    Healthcare systems thinking
    Joint Value Creation
    Operational Excellence
    Stakeholder Engagement
    Experience in implementing HSS activities

    Technical/Functional Skills:

    Medical Education & Scientific Engagement, Medical Governance.
    Medical Science and Disease Area Knowledge
    Regulations & Guidelines
    Third-Party Sponsored Trials

    Languages:

    Fluent oral & written English.
    Fluency in French would be a plus.

    Experiences required:

    ≥8-10+ years of relevant experience working with high-performing regional and local medical and access teams in healthcare/life sciences industry.
    ≥ 5 years people management and development experience in global organization, demonstrated leadership, project management expertise and accomplishment in operational aspects of clinical development.
    Demonstrated leadership and prior matrix management experience and ability to lead complex international multidisciplinary teams with a pragmatic approach.
    Strong understanding of clinical development activities and functions/roles/responsibilities.
    Extensive knowledge of clinical operations and standards.
    Strong financial and business acumen.
    Advanced understanding of business processes.
    Demonstrated innovation in operational processes and issues resolutions.
    Excellent problem-solving, negotiation and conflict management/resolution skills.
    Change management skills to sustain a cultural of high ethical standards and compliance.
    Excellent team player.
    Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
    Operate with mutual respect and integrity, embrace diversity, collaboration and candor diversity, collaboration, and candor
    Significant experience of risk management
    Relevant experience acquired at pharmaceutical companies, HTA, physician associations or health care consultancy companies or equivalent experience

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    sjobs.brassring.com

  • Senior Contracts Management Assistant

    Senior Contracts Management Assistant

    Responsibilities

    Manage in collaboration with all internal and external stakeholders contract amendments or extension.     
    Monitor and track the status of all contracts and initiate and perform contract administration actions to prevent occurrence of contractual or operational risks.    
    Prepare periodic reports on status of all contracts as well as pertinent issues, actions, risks, etc. that may arise during the contract administration phase.     
    Closely collaborate with procurement team as well as clients on strategizing acquisition exercises.     
    Identify, memorialize, and disseminate best practices and lessons learnt from administering contracts.    
    Manage a proper contract closure, record retention, maintenance of the contract file, and handling security instruments (e.g. Performance Security)    
    Assist in resolution of contractual dispute in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.     
    Ensure maintenance of relevant proper record retention (electronic, hardcopy or both) pertinent to a contract, internal databases, and files; keeps track of any contractual agreements, direct provisioning contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations.     
    Establish performance indicators in relation to Contract Administration.     
    Ensure that the Section maintains complete and accurate electronic and hard copy records to ensure proper accountability.      
    Coordinate with all stakeholders in preparing for internal and external audit exercises.    
    Drafts a variety of correspondence relevant to contract administration.     
    Supervises, assigns and reviews the work of more junior staff.     
    Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.     
    Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.    
    Perform other duties as assigned.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of internationally recognized procurement standards and of all phases of international procurement techniques and operations used in contracting for highly complex and technologically advanced goods and services. Knowledge of contract law and expertise in handling complex procurement and contract issues. Knowledge of quantitative methods to measure supplier capacity systems and ability to identify sources of supply, market trends and pricing. Ability to shape and influence agreements with requisitioning units and vendors. Ability to apply technical expertise to resolve a range of complex and/or sensitive issues/problems. Ability to develop procurement policies, procedures and new programmes. 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.  
    PLANNING AND 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.  
    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

    Completion of high school diploma or equivalent is required.Supplementary training in procurement functions is desirable.

    Job – Specific Qualification

    Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) Level 4 or equivalent certification is  required.    

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement,  contract management, administration, supply chain management and/ or related area is  required. 
    The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced by two years for candidates who possess a first-level University degree.    
    At least three (3) years’ experience in administration of procurement related contracts that supports the needs of multiple organizations such as UN Entities or similar organizations is required.    
    At least one year experience in participating in collaborative procurement working group or similar network which involves multiple organizations such as UN Entities or similar  organizations is desirable.    
    Experience working with a Systems, Application and Products (SAP) system or other  
    Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is desirable    
    One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Chief, Infrastructure Management Section – P-4

    Chief, Infrastructure Management Section – P-4

    Position Overview:

    This role is situated within the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), specifically in the Division of Administrative Services (DAS), under the Information and Communication Technology Service (ICTS), in the Infrastructure Management Section (IMS). The successful candidate will directly report to the Chief of Infrastructure and Conference Support, who serves as the Deputy Chief of ICT Services.
    Tasked with both strategic and operational leadership, the Chief of the Infrastructure Management Section will oversee the planning, management, and execution of infrastructure services tailored to the needs of UNON’s diverse clientele, including UN agencies, governmental bodies, and various other partners. The Chief is endowed with delegated authority to ensure the delivery of these critical functions.

    Your Role Will Include (not limited to):

    Manage the operation and maintenance of large-scale and complex ICT Infrastructure to achieve high reliability and continuous availability services for clients accessing cloud-based services, and local systems in a secured environment, including infrastructure hosting services for UN collocated Agencies Funds and Programmes.
    Plan and direct major projects related to ICT infrastructure including the consolidation of dispersed data centres into a Primary Technology Centre (PTC) and a Secondary Technology Centre (STC), ensure the successful operation of voice and video communications infrastructure, Wi-Fi, 5G mobile technology and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery.
    Provide expert advice on complex networks analysis and design; identify the need for new solutions (or modifications to existing solutions) and respond to requests from users for new or enhanced services, including virtualization; develop plans for technological feasibility. Innovate towards Green ICT initiatives & disability inclusion solutions.
    Formulate Request for Proposals (RFPs) for central infrastructure equipment (network, telecommunications, servers, and data storage), systems and services; provide technical specifications and standards for the procurement of equipment and services; evaluate proposals from vendors; perform tests and recommend selection of equipment and services in the most expedient manner.
    Develop costing proposals for outgoing services and cost estimates for incoming services; oversee the technical evaluation of incoming proposals and technically manage contractual service.
    Develop infrastructure solutions for clients of the Kenya Common Back Office (CBO).
    Track and monitor project progress against plans, implement quality assurance measures, and standard processes; liaise with users on all aspects of project services during all phases of planning and implementation.
    Remain actively involved in service reviews and monitoring, to improve infrastructure security; undertake regular programmes of self-audit and baselining by utilizing appropriate tools and support formal audits conducted by both Internal and External Auditors.
    Act as a Change Manager for all request for change related to ICT services, and coordinate the implementation of changes.
    Ensure that the team maintains a Configuration Management Database for all component items related to UNON Infrastructure, and the Network Operating Centre is fully functional to monitor key infrastructure components and make sure that critical alerts are addressed immediately.
    Develop, implement and monitor ICT infrastructure standards and guidelines, and ensure that any changes take place in a controlled and auditable manner; contribute to defining ICT policy and follow up with its implementation.
    Lead ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of UN ICT infrastructure supporting ICT hosting and data centers, including by examining the current hosting landscape, assessing business continuity and disaster recovery requirements, available capacities and technologies, and by formulating an optimized adaptive hosting strategy aligned with emerging AI capabilities.
    Provide professional leadership and direction to the Unit; mentor and supervise the work of the staff and other personnel; participate in planning and preparation of the budget, work programme and spending plan.
    Prepare and make presentations on communications topics, networks, and equipment to staff; ensure effective coordination with other UN agencies in order to maximize possibilities of inter-agency collaboration.
    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.
    Perform other related duties as assigned.

    Do You Fulfill the Fundamental Requirements?

    Education:

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, telecommunication, or other related fields is required. A first level university degree in combination with two 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 desirable.

    Work Experience:

    A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of large-scale network and data centers technologies are required.
    Experience in implementing and managing enterprise ICT networks with multi-tenancy is required.
    Experience in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Virtual Machine Ware (VMWare) is required.
    Experience in implementing of Unified Communications solutions, business continuity management, Office 365, and project management is desirable.
    Experience in the operations of large-medium video conferencing, voice, and data communications technology aligned with emerging AI capabilities 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. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org