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Information Systems Officer – P-3

Position Overview:

This role is situated within the Conference and Client Support Section (CCSS) of the Information and Communication Technology Service (ICTS), a part of the Division of Administrative Services (DAS) at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON). The selected candidate will directly report to the Chief of the Conference and Client Support Section.
As the Information Systems Officer, the individual will assume a pivotal leadership role, guiding strategic and operational initiatives to ensure the effective planning, management, and execution of technical conference and meeting services provided to UNON’s clientele, which includes Governments, UN agencies, and other key partners.

Your Role Will Include (not limited to):

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Plan for phased and minimal upgrade of outdated AV and IT equipment in the existing conferencing facility to have uninterrupted conferences to ensure customer satisfaction until the new Conference Facility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.

Do You Fulfill the Fundamental Requirements?

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.

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.

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careers.un.org

November 5, 2024
Associate Director, Medical Writing

Position Summary:

Are you an experienced Medical Writer who is eager to help translate science into global health solutions?

IAVI is seeking an experienced Medical Writer to lead medical writing within the Clinical Development department and lead a number of writing initiatives including (but not limited to) drafting protocols, clinical study reports, Investigator Brochure’s, Investigational New Drug Applications, and other regulatory and scientific documents. The Associate Director will lead all clinical writing activities outlined in the Project Clinical Development plans, as well as review documents, and provide guidance in preparation of regulatory and publication documents.

If you have medical writing experience in clinical research and are eager to join a mission-driven organization, learn more and apply below!

Key Responsibilities:

Research, draft, and edit protocols, clinical study reports, and summarize data from clinical studies for publication and presentation as well as for submission to the FDA and other regulatory agencies.
Research, draft, and edit clinical evaluation plans, clinical evaluation reports, clinical summary and overview documents in CTD/eCTD format for regulatory submissions, including IMPDs, INDs, MAAs, NDAs, variations and supplemental NDAs.
Provide medical writing deliverables covering all phases of clinical research, and in various therapeutic areas, by working with relevant Department Heads and staff in Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Data Management, Biostatistics, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs.
Serve as representative and SME for all medical writing related tasks for the cross-functional clinical team.
Adhere to established regulatory standards, Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company-approved templates, and ensure written documents are in compliance with all regulations (ICH, GLPs, and GCPs).
Develop, plan, and track cross-functional delivery of clinical documents and medical writing deliverables and sub-deliverables.
Serve as a departmental resource for training, mentoring, and the development of process improvements for medical writing.
Collaborate with the Senior Specialist, Information for on-line clinical literature searches.
Support the development, improvement, and maintenance of the Departmental Guidelines Management System, writing style guides and formats, and departmental templates.
Review statistical analysis plans and table/figure/listing specifications for appropriate content and consistency.
Review, revise, and improve current templates, SOPs, and process documents for medical writing operations, as well as developing new templates and SOPs where appropriate.
Maintain knowledge, and updates team, of current industry practices and latest professional, technological, and regulatory developments in medical writing and therapeutic areas.
Occasionally research, draft, edit, and coordinate the review of non-clinical medical and scientific reports and documents.

Education and Work Experience:

Master’s degree or PhD in life sciences, clinical sciences, or related field is required.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience with regulatory writing and authoring clinical protocols and clinical study reports is required; Minimum of 5 years experience required for Senior Medical Writer.
Medical writing experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO is required.

Qualifications and Skills:

Familiarity and experience with principles of clinical research, and the ability to interpret and present clinical data and other complex information is required.
Understanding of FDA and ICH regulations and guidelines is required.
Detailed oriented with excellent grammatical, editorial, and proofreading skills is required.
Flexibility to switch between changing priorities and deadlines to meet organizational needs is required.
Ability to work well independently as well as with internal and external teams while exercising discretion is required.
Takes the initiative to resolve problems is required.
Highly proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and EndNote is required.
Experience in Infectious Diseases, including HIV and TB, and emerging infectious diseases as well as vaccine and antibody trials is highly desirable.
Experience with EDMS (e.g., Documentum, Core Dossier) is highly desirable.

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November 5, 2024
Data Analyst

Duties and Responsibilities

Extract, transform, and analyze healthcare data from various sources, including electronic health records
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to patient outcomes, treatment efficacy, and healthcare utilization.
Collaborate with clinicians and administrators to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable data analysis tasks.
Conduct statistical analysis and predictive modeling to identify hospital services opportunities, clinical risk factors, patient outcomes, and inform clinical and management decision-making.
Assist in the design and implementation of data quality initiatives to ensure the accuracy and integrity of healthcare data.

Knowledge Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related field.
High performance in mathematics at the high school level, with a strong understanding of statistical concepts and methods.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Data Analyst in the healthcare industry, preferably in mental health settings.
Proficiency in advanced Excel, SQL, R, or other data analysis systems.
Experience with healthcare data standards and protocols.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively.
Passion for improving patient outcomes and advancing mental health research through data analysis.

We recruit on a rolling basis and can close the procedure early if there are sufficient suitable candidates on or before March 20, 2024. We therefore encourage early applications. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you are passionate about using data to drive positive change in mental health and are excited to join a collaborative and mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity

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November 5, 2024
Architect

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa, and the Director-General of UNON is the representative of the Secretary-General in Kenya. UNON supports programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and the Resident Coordination System (RCS) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, security, conference and information services (www.unon.org).

This post is located in Facilities Management and Transport Section (FMTS) under Central Support Services in the Division of Administrative Services (DAS) of the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON). The interns will be under the direct supervision of Associate Logistics Officer of the UNON, DAS, FMTS (A-J Project).

The United Nations of Nairobi (UNON), Central Support Services of Division of Administrative Services (DAS), Facilities Management and Transport Section (FMTS) internship is for six (6) months. Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background, the intern’s assigned office, and the internship period. Under the supervision of the Associate Logistics Officer of the Facilities Management & Transportation Section – A-J Project (New Build and FWS), the intern will:

Assist with design drawings, make sketches and complete basic projects.
Discuss project requirements with your team.
Organize files and materials.
Visit worksites to make sure everything goes as planned.
Prepare contracts, reports, CAD drawings and diagrams.
Generate design development ideas.
Research building codes and standards.
Develop 3D conceptual designs.
Prepare design mock-ups and color boards.
Research the different types of building materials, lighting fixtures and other products Order product samples and do basic calculations for projects.
Conduct research for the project team and/or revise drawings
Attend project staff meetings.
Perform administrative work and analytical tasks

Qualifications/special skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or other related fields Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
Have graduated with Bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Have strong organizational skills is essential.
Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.
Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.

Languages

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

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careers.un.org

November 5, 2024
Plant Technician (Mechanical) – Foreman

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Plant Technician will be performing general maintenance, installation, servicing and repairs of varied range of generator sets; generators control systems and associated equipment. The role will ensure maintaining of safe working conditions to avoid risk that may cause injury to him as well as the others.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain, Service and repair of generators and all Electro-mechanical equipment.
To carry out preventive maintenance, service and repair of compounds and boreholes generators including minor and major overhauls of mechanical & electrical components.
To carry out fault diagnosis, repair and perform general maintenance on all generator equipment and adjustments of engines, hydraulics, electrical systems and installations.
Troubleshoot equipment and service generator components including alternators, wiring harnesses safety devices, shutdown switches, and battery systems.
Responsible for repair, maintenance of generators’ mechanical and electrical accessories.
Overhaul and repair of engines, and other electro-mechanical components.
Will keep proper records of maintenance and repairs, prepare a list of items for preventive maintenance, electrical installations, and submit to the Supervisor.
Advise on phase balancing, and identify prevention measures to avoid damage to generator components related to overload, overheating, and phase imbalances.
Prepares all generator service schedules and maintain files with details that contain; types, models, brands, KVA, makes, and hours, and ensure service tags are correctly labeled.
Prepare maintenance records for Generators and other electrical equipment for easy verifications and reference reports that may be required.
Will ensure proper use of tools, equipment and maintain good housekeeping practices.
Will attend to routine maintenance, servicing to the generators, pumps and equipment and will check for any signs of crack or loose fittings, leaks, or worn out parts.
Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.
Recommend, develop, and perform preventive and general maintenance procedures such as cleaning, power-washing and vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, and changing filters.
Will train Generator Assistants on the safe operation of generators, and reporting of faults.
Will perform and carry out any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

General Tasks

Skilled in understanding schematic diagram and layout of all mechanical and electrical aspects of generator installation, including turbochargers, fuel injection equipment.
Update Generator and other assets repair schedule.
Assist in identifying needed tools or equipment for future needs. Records each job time performed on the time sheet and job carried out to each job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Diploma in Mechanical (Plant) Engineering and skills in accurate reporting.

Experience:

5 years working in a plant maintenance environment as a plant technician is required.

Professional experience

At least 5 years proven work experience in the operation and maintenance of diesel-run generators and other electrical equipment in a busy workshop or institution.
Experience in repair, maintenance and installation of generators and electrical pumps (boosters & submersible), wiring and repair of electrical control panels, commissioning, surveying, and pre-delivery inspection, and load designing.
Experience in borehole equipment, retrieval and installation of submersible pumps, knowledge in bore drilling/development is an added advantage.
Skilled in wiring and installations, servicing, repairing and maintenance of diesel and petrol driven generators ranging from 4KVA to 550 KVA units or higher.
Skilled in understanding schematic diagrams and lay out of all electrical aspects of generator installation, including connecting generators to the electrical systems of the residences and offices safely with evenly distributed voltage.
Knowledgeable on operation and maintenance of the hybrid solar and diesel water pumping systems at the boreholes in the camps.
2 years’ experience of working with INGO in a similar capacity will be an added advantage

Other knowledge, additional competences

Working Proficiency: English/Kiswahili Languages.
Sensitivity in handling and disposing of documents which may be important.
Reliability, Honesty and good organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment as a team player.
Flexibility and willing to adapt to changing environment.
Good communication, organizational, planning and writing skills.

GENERAL EMPLOYEE OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Employer stipulates the right to assign the Employee any other kind of work derived from his/her specialization. In case of urgent work and such like the Employee may be asked to work overtime as well as during public and other holidays.
Adhering to all PWJ’s policies and procedures at all times.
Deliver project objectives within time, resource and budget constraints.
Correctness and completeness of given tasks.
The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness.
Prompt providing of all relevant information to his/her supervisor.
Maintain confidentiality of all information gained from employment within and not publicly available.
Representing and upholding the values of PWJ at all times.
Behave in appropriate manners at all times and in all places.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

English: professional fluency.
Kiswahili: Native/Advanced.

We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one pdf document no later than 13 March 2024 to recruit@peace-winds.or.ke. In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post and state your expected gross salary. Due to the urgency to fill this position, shortlisting and interviews will be conducted on rolling basis.

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November 5, 2024
Administrative Assistant

Responsibilities

The position involves supporting standard administrative activities and processes requiring basic application of rules and procedures.

Main duties

Compile and maintain records of transactions and office activities; Search office files and records relating to a variety of topics for information and reference; Select information and records in correspondence, technical papers, projects or program plans and general reference documents.
Draft routine correspondence, memorandums and reports on the basis of oral instructions, previous correspondence or other available information sources in accordance with standard office procedures.
Verify receipt and inspection of deliverables and accurately report as required; classify and code material relating to a number of subject areas and maintain general office files
Make travel and hotel reservations, prepare travel authorizations and assemble information pertinent to the purpose of travel.
Make arrangements for shipment and receipt of office and project supplies and equipment and household effects, including customs clearance.
Maintain, update and transmit inventory records of non-expendable equipment.
Maintain and monitor stock levels of various supply items. Provides guidance to staff on general office processes and procedures, computer applications, etc.
Assist 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.
Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
Ensure requirements and background information used for data analysis are documented.
Perform other duties as required.

Education

Completion of Secondary education or equivalent is required.
Bachelor’s degree in administration or human resources management is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in general office support, administrative support and/or project management support functions for candidates who possess Secondary School certification is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to two (2) 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 organization is desirable.
One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in English is required and working knowledge of local language is an advantage.
NOTE: ‘Fluency’ equals a rating of “fluent” in ALL FOUR (4) 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
Procurement Officer

Responsibilities

Serves as a senior procurement and contracting expert with responsibility for the worldwide procurement of a wide variety of supplies and services associated with highly complex (technically and legally) contracts and procurement activities; may lead procurement work for a segment of a central or large peace-keeping program.
Provides technical advice on procurement activities to officials of substantive units during all phases of the procurement cycle.
Analyzes and evaluates procurement requests and ensures appropriateness of technical specifications.
Develops and prepares highly complex contracts for procurement of non-routine and technologically advanced commodities or long-range services; issues international tender invitations; evaluates responses to tender, and makes recommendations for finalization of purchases and award of contracts; signs procurement orders up to the authorized limit, and, in cases where the amount exceeds authorized signature authority, prepares submissions to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official.
Develops new tactical approaches to contracts, as well as new methods for their application, based on market research. Contributes to the development of institutional procurement policies and procedures; develops standards and criteria for the evaluation of goods, services, supplier capacity among others.
Maintains constant examination of production patterns in exporting countries; evaluates the productive capacities and performance of manufacturers to identify supply sources.
Establishes approaches for negotiations and conducts or coordinates all phases of negotiations with all concerned parties, including the negotiation of disputes arising from contracts. May carry out consultancy missions in the field. Collects and analyzes 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.
Provides direction and guidance to more junior staff. Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of internationally recognized procurement standards and 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 analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and 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 and 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.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with the agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments. Adjust 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.
CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs. Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas. Thinks “outside the box” and takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, public administration, commerce, engineering, law or a related field is required. A first-level degree 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. Supplementary courses or additional training in procurement functions is desirable. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Job – Specific Qualification

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

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contract management, administration or related area is required.
Five (5) years direct first hand procurement experience on acquisition of strategic, high value and of complex scope of goods and services from worldwide sources and for diversified clients in multiple countries is required.
Demonstrated experience in participating in procurement working group or similar networks which involves multiple organizations such as UN entities or similar international organizations is required.
Three (3) years direct experience in supervising a procurement team that manages the acquisition of diversified categories of goods and services to support multiple clients is required.
Experience in managing procurement of high value and complex requirements in support of development programme with multiple thematic areas is desirable.
Experience working with a Systems, Application and Products (SAP) system or another Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is desirable.
Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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careers.un.org

November 5, 2024
Conference Services Intern Senior Procurement Assistant (Multiple Positions)

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Unit, the intern will contribute in the following ways;

Translates into Arabic documents drafted in one of the other official languages of the United Nations (Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish), for training and other purposes and subject to revision.
Performs other related duties as required, including terminological work, creation of translation memories and participation in other special projects.

Qualifications/special skills

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher). Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent).
Have graduated with Bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent. Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).
Have demonstrated a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Preferred areas of studies: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Linguistics or any other related studies.
Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience.
However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.
Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. Programme.
Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.

Languages

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

Deadline : Mar 1, 2024

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November 5, 2024
Health and Safety officer Conference Affairs Officer(Project Post)

Responsibilities
Occupational safety responsibilities:

Participates in the development and implementation of strategies and plans that promote occupational safety and health best practices.
Supports the development, review and update of the OSH risk management, standard operating procedures, and guidance materials.
Undertakes workplace risk assessments.
Ensures root cause analysis for significant incidents, reports and preventative actions are completed in a timely manner.
Collates information on performance, analyses trend, identifies areas where improvements can be made, proposes, and implements necessary corrective actions.
Promotes and raises awareness on safety behaviour at all levels of the organisation.
Coordinates safety trainings and exercises to ensure that operational readiness and competencies are maintained to standards.
Supervises and provides support to UN complex Gigiri based office ergonomics, health, and wellness programs.
Supports the monitoring of compliance with occupational safety standards.
Coordinates implementation of hazard and risk control programs.
Organizes and conducts safety inspections, audits and fact-finding activities as needed.
Participates in the UN Occupational Health and Safety advisory committees both locally and regionally.
Clinical responsibilities: Provides clinical support, including the design and implementation of appropriate health screening and follow-up programs for high-risk occupational groups. Provides clinical care for emergencies, injuries, and illnesses in the workplace, and medical administrative support on sick leave, medical clearances, medical evacuations, and other individual health issues. Perform other related duties as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated knowledge and hands on experience in Occupational Safety and Health. Able 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.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
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.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in medicine, including residency/ internship in one of the medical specialties or related fields is required. A first-level university degree in the specified fields of studies with two 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.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of continuously progressive work experience and responsible medical practice in an occupational or workplace setting is required. At least two (2) years work experience in occupational safety including assessment, incident investigation and reporting is required. At least two (2) years experience handling healthcare emergencies in an Accident and Emergency Unit, Intensive Care Unit or Pre-hospital setting is desirable. Experience in implementing and maintaining Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Risk registers or OSH Incident reporting systems is desirable. At least two (2) years international work experience serving in different countries is desirable. Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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November 5, 2024
Chief, Infrastructure Management Section – D1

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

November 5, 2024