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  • Assistant Administration Officer 

Driver 

Office Assistant

    Assistant Administration Officer Driver Office Assistant

    Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks 

    Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
    Coordination of activities in the regional office /Departmental 
    Supervision of Administrative officers

    Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

    Organizing travel and accommodation, presentations, meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences, receive and attend to official guests
    Managing day to day office affairs
    Drafting simple routine correspondences e.g. reports, letters and typing from drafts
    Attending to enquiries as appropriate;
    Updating cashbook balances and submitting monthly reports on expenditure;
    Managing office equipment e.g. fax, computer, scanner, telephone, printer, photocopier, stationery and make sure they are functional and notify the officer in charge in case of any issues
    Receive and attend to official visitors

    Job Dimensions: 
    Financial Responsibility

    Managing office petty cash of Kshs. 20,000 per month.
    Updating cashbook balances and submitting monthly reports on office expenditure. 

    Responsibility for Physical Assets

    Ensure security of office assets and equipment’s

    Decision Making / Job Influence

    Operational decisions.

    Working Conditions

    Office setting compliant with OSHA
    Enhanced working relationship with employees
    Periodic field visits
    Medical cover for self and family
    Group Accident cover and life insurance

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills). 
    Academic qualifications 

    Diploma in Public/Business Administration, Office Management, any Social Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
    Minimum KCSE C- (minus) or its equivalent

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    Interested applicants are invited to forward their applications by post, email, courier, or hand delivery to:Chief Executive Officer,
    National Authority For the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse,
    NSSF Building, Block A, Eastern Wing, 18th Floor,
    P.O. Box 10774-00100 GPO,
    NAIROBI.
    Email: careers@nacada.go.keCandidates are invited to visit the NACADA Website www.nacada.go.ke/careers for detailed job profiles.
    All Applicants must submit the following documents to reach NACADA Office on or before Tuesday, 20th December 2022 at 5:00 pm. NACADA is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks to have diversity within the workforce in line with the Constitution.
    Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
    Any form of Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

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    careers@nacada.go.ke

  • Intern – Audio Visual Technical Support 

Finance and Budget Assistant

    Intern – Audio Visual Technical Support Finance and Budget Assistant

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

    Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
    Have graduated with Bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
    Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).
    Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
    Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
    Preferred areas of study: Technology, Audio Visual Engineering, Information Technology, or any other related area.

    Work Experience

    No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
    Proficiency in the use of MS Office applications or equivalent is desirable.
    Knowledge in operating AV equipment is desirable.

    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 asse

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  • Procurement Assistant, G6

    Procurement Assistant, G6

    This post is located at the Nairobi duty station in the UNON Procurement Section. Under the overall supervision of the Chief, Procurement Section, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
    Responsibilities

    Reviews, records and prioritizes purchasing requests and obtains additional information/documentation as required; provides assistance to requisitioners in preparing scope of work and specifications of goods and services; proposes product substitutions consistent with requirements to achieve cost savings; determines the availability of funding sources.
    Identify and recommend sources of procurement; interview potential suppliers.
    Produces tender documents (e.g. Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotation) based on the nature of the requirements and cost of procurement involved.
    Prepares abstracts of offers and compile data contained in quotations, proposals and bids to determine which supplier can deliver the required goods/services at the best terms and lowest costs possible with due consideration to quality, delivery time, prompt payment and other discounts, transportation costs, etc.
    Enters into negotiation of terms and conditions of orders under the guidance of Procurement Officers; obtains credit and other information on proposed suppliers.
    Finalizes purchase orders and contracts for approval by the Procurement Officer; may authorize purchases in line with delegated signature authority, and, if required, prepares submission to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official.
    Resolves issues/problems related to delivered goods, including discrepancies between purchase orders and items/quantities shipped or received; prepares and signs Return to Vendor forms for unacceptable and/or damaged goods received.
    Maintains relevant internal databases and files; keeps track of any contractual agreements, direct provisioning contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations.
    Researches, retrieves and presents information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market.
    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.
    Drafts a variety of correspondence.
    Performs other duties as assigned.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of procurement policies, processes and procedures and of purchasing and accounting techniques. The ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Knowledge of financial rules and regulations and ability to research and gather information from a variety of standard sources and to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    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 courses or additional training in procurement functions is highly desirable.
    Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Successful passing of the Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) in English at the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ), Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) may be
    accepted in lieu of the GGST. The GGST is administered to applicants when required before the administration of a written assessment and/or interview.

    Job – Specific Qualification

    Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) Level 4 or equivalent professional certification is desirable. Please attach a copy of certificate or a detailed explanation demonstrating the status of your certification programme and your progress therein towards completing such certification before 31 December 2022.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement or related area is required.
    At least two (2) years of work experience in 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.
    Experience in managing procurement in support of development programme with multiple thematic areas is desirable.
    Experience in procurement supporting public, private or non-governmental entities that have national, regional or international operations is desirable.
    Working experience with a Systems Application and Products (SAP), or another Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is desirable.
    One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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    careers.un.org

  • Medical Director 

Data and Samples Transfer Specialist

    Medical Director Data and Samples Transfer Specialist

    Key Responsibilities:
    Clinical Trials and Observational Studies

    Ensure that all activities are integrated into an overall program for the preparation and execution of clinical research studies and clinical trials as well as preparation for eventual vaccine access and delivery.
    Develop strategic and detailed implementation plans and procedures for clinical research studies/trials. Provide oversight of clinical protocols, consent forms, data collection instruments, and preparation of suitable educational materials and regulatory documents.
    Provide advice on clinical trials and epidemiological studies, particularly to the preclinical groups on the design of studies and their relationship to the overall clinical development plan, as appropriate.
    Yield data required for design of efficacy trials appropriate to the populations for which vaccine candidates are designed, and/or which yields specimens for research that may elucidate the natural history, pathogenesis and immune control of infection relevant for vaccine design.
    As a member of Project Team, contribute to scientific assessments of novel IAVI candidate vaccines and provides the expert medical opinion and risk assessment that is required for prioritization and selection for further development.
    Lead selected Protocol Teams for clinical studies.
    Lead communication with the Principal Investigators and with the medical representatives of vaccine developers for assigned projects.
    Design analysis plans with attention to endpoint selection and measurements, adverse event management and data collection, selection of Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) Members, preparation of the Safety Monitoring Committee Charter and conduct of the interim and final analysis meetings.
    Monitor the conduct of clinical trials, including safety of data.
    Prepare interim and final reports in collaboration with the site investigators and other members of IAVI Clinical Development. Collaborate with site investigators to collect, analyze and report the data from studies in scientific meetings and publications.
    Design Clinical Development Plans, in collaboration with other members of Clinical Development and clinical investigators, including later phase clinical trials, if candidates are successful.
    Work with other members of the Clinical Development team and other IAVI colleagues to support strategic planning for portfolio expansion and clinical trials to evaluate novel products.
    Participate in the development and implementation of training activities with African and Indian clinical partners and supports publication activities in the region.

    Other duties

    Develop work plans and budgets for clinical research studies, and monitoring/reporting achievement of work plan milestones.
    Represent IAVI with external agencies to develop collaborations or seek funding.
    Contribute to development of grant applications and reports for donors and granting agencies, in collaboration with the IAVI Development group.
    Contribute to development and reviewing of scientific and medical content of IAVI documents such as the IAVI Report and other IAVI educational materials.
    Represent IAVI in scientific, regulatory and other capacities.
    Maintain in-depth medical/scientific knowledge about the assigned therapeutic area or product, including any unique properties involving both disease and products for which the incumbent is responsible.
    Attend appropriate outside meetings and courses to maintain competency and awareness in assigned area, worldwide activities, and the vaccine community at large. Other national and international duties as assigned.

    Education and Work Experience:

    A Medical degree is required.
    Minimum 6 years of experience in clinical research is required.
    Board certification or equivalent in Medicine, Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases or pharmaceutical medicine is highly desired.

    Qualifications and Skills:

    Proven experience in preparing for and executing clinical trials or studies in international resource constrained settings is required.
    Knowledge and experience with implementation of Good Clinical Practices (GCP) in clinical trials conduct is required.
    Proven experience leading and managing Medical and Clinical teams in clinical trial research is required.
    Proven ability to operate within a scientific, social, medical, or clinical research program is required.
    Understanding of ethics and regulatory landscape in Africa is required.
    Relevant experience working in developing countries, especially Africa region is required.
    Proven success in the development and implementation of site preparation activities for clinical trials, particularly in developing countries is required.
    Diplomatic skills, excellent judgment, proven ability to present programs to all audiences ranging from high level political to lay community groups are required.
    Strong organizational skills, resourceful, and mature self-starter, with proven experience in building a strong, coherent program and operations in resource poor settings with limited infrastructure are required.
    Ability to work in a decentralized system and maintain close working relationships with various departments at Headquarters and global locations is required.

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  • Chief of Unit, Finance, P4

    Chief of Unit, Finance, P4

    This post is located in the Accounts Section, Budget and Financial Management Services (BFMS), Division of Administrative Services (DAS). The incumbent reports to the Chief of Accounts Section and will be responsible for the following duties:
    Responsibilities

    Manages a complete financial operation, encompassing a wide variety of trust funds and grant funding, with a large volume of grants in, grants out, implementing partners, and inter-office transactions, and extensive dispersed activities.
    Discharges Approving Officer functions in accordance with the Financial Rules and Regulations of the UN, approve/confirm that proposed grants and funding agreements, obligations, expenditure for services, partnerships, facilities, supplies and equipment expenses, as well as those pertaining to personnel, are in accordance with the Financial Rules and Regulations, relevant appropriations, staffing tables and corresponding approved allotments.
    Ensures consistent application and observance of the UN Financial Regulation and Rules and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)
    Analyzes accounts and general ledgers and ensures quality assurance and reliability of GL account balances and resolutions of pending issues
    reviews/prepares regular financial reports for management decision making and control activities.
    Proposes/implements solutions with respect to problem transactions and irregularities.
    Ensures that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained.
    Acts as UNON Accounts Section focal point and responds to internal/external audit observations and liaises with clients and other relevant entities on audit issues.
    Provides substantive support to the development and implementation of new accounting systems. Takes initiative to improve accounting processes and approaches.
    Provides data for the preparation of year-end audited financial statements of UNON clients and performance reports.
    Guides, trains and supervises general service and professional staff in the function.
    Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.
    Performs other related duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge in financial and management accounting principles and practices. Extensive experience in financial reporting and preparation of IPSAS compliant financial statements and knowledge of grants management and implementing partners/end beneficiaries accounting and reporting requirements. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
    CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors on-going 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.
    PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
    MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, and decision- making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

    Job – Specific Qualification

    Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent is required.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven (7) years of experience of progressively responsible experience in finance, budget or related area is required.
    Working experience in a supervisor capacity with proof of performance management is required.
    Experience with complex accounting reconciliation is required.
    Experience in working with the United Nations or another large international organization is required.
    Experience in administration of financial regulations and rules is required.
    Working experience with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and trust fund accounting is required.
    Working experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and finance system such as Oracle or SAP is desirable.
    Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Senior Finance and Budget Assistant

    Senior Finance and Budget Assistant

    Competencies
    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of and ability to apply financial rules, regulations and procedures in the UN environment; Knowledge, skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyze and format data across the full range of finance and budget functions, including programme development and database management, claims and treasury operations; Ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies and operational; problems; The 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; Committed to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
    ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments. Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules. Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments. Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
    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

    High school diploma or completion of secondary school is required. Supplemental courses/ training in finance, administration, project management or related field is required. A recognized accountancy qualification (e.g. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Public Finance Accountants (CIPFA) is desirable.
    Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Successful passing of the Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) in English at the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ), Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), United Nations Office at Geneva
    (UNOG), United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) may be accepted in lieu of the GGST. The GGST is administered to applicants when required before the administration of a written assessment and/or interview.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of Ten (10) years of experience in finance, budget or related area is required.
    Experience with the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and finance system such as Oracle or SAP and experience with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) is desirable.
    Knowledge and experience with processes of payroll management is desirable.
    Experience with integrated business processes, analytics and reporting is desirable.
    Work experience of one (1) year or more in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required; and knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is also an advantage.

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    careers.un.org

  • Human Resource Manager

    Human Resource Manager

    Requirements/Qualifications;

    Degree in Human Resource or any other related field.
    Proven 2-3 years experience as HRM
    Proficiency in Payroll management
    Proficiency in use of Microsoft excel
    Background experience in an NGO will be an added advantage
    Knowledge of HR function (recruitment, training, development etc)
    Must possess strong interpersonal skills
    Must be a member of IHRM(K)

    Should you meet the above-mentioned requirements, please email your CV and application letter to careers@colnet.co.ke kindly indicate clearly the Expected Salary.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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    careers@colnet.co.ke

  • Intern – Administrative Support

    Intern – Administrative Support

    Responsibilities
    Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.
    Under the supervision of the respective Senior Administrative Assistants of the Facilities Management & Transportation Section – FMTS (commercial services, operations, and archives), the interns will: Budget, Finance and Contract Management.

    Assist with day-to-day administration of contracts between the UN and external contractors for outsourced services as guided by respective team leaders.
    Assist in monitoring material inventory, ensure sufficient safety stocks and monitoring of goods issuance.
    Assist in auditing the contractors’ invoices against the goods and services provided by the contractor and approved by the UN.
    Assist with the follow up on suppliers/vendor’s payments and draft routine correspondence as guided by respective team leaders.

    General Administration and Operations Support.

    Assist the operations team to ensure the proper organisation, implementation, monitoring and control of procurement actions in progress as guided by respective team leaders.
    Assist the respective teams with filing documents, typing, copying and minute taking.
    Assist with daily customer service at the front desk and drafting of office correspondence.
    Maintaining and updating the UN Fuel Station Integrated System, UN Recreation Centre and Commissary Customer databases.
    Assist with receiving and inspection of consignments destined to the United Nations Commissary.
    Assist with preparation of routine office correspondence and undertaking any other office administration duties that may be assigned by the respective team leaders.

    Archiving.

    Assist in maintaining a central list of records transferred to archives by entering data of legacy records into the system, as guided by the respective team leaders.
    Sorting and inventorying legacy records.
    Appraising records in the archives.
    Assist in accessioning and receiving records transfer lists and reviewing the accuracy of the transfer list.
    Participate in designing and improving and streamlining archives and records management programme.
    Assist in carrying out research within the UN Archives Network on archives and records management and the move to digitization.
    Assist in ensuring that all departments have updated copies of their records in archives including the retention schedules.

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

    Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
    Have graduated with Bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
    Be computer literate in standard software applications.
    Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
    Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

    Preferred area of studies:

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or other related fields (Graduated or 4th year of undergraduate studies).

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  • Manager, Socio-Behavioral Research

    Manager, Socio-Behavioral Research

    Position Summary
    IAVI is seeking a highly qualified Manager, Socio-Behavioural Research (SBR) who will play an essential and enabling role in accelerating IAVI’s global SBR efforts. This position will be primarily responsible for strengthening the development and effective execution of SBR plans and strategies across the IAVI product portfolio of vaccines and antibodies for the prevention of HIV, TB and emerging infectious diseases. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues working on SBR issues, product development teams, research partners, external stakeholders, and executive leadership to ensure the timely, high‐quality, and budget-compliant design and execution of research projects and workplans.
    Key Responsibilities:
    Evidence Generations and Strategy Implementation

    Support implementation of key projects in the SBR strategic portfolio in Africa that utilizes existing evidence, or newly generated evidence, to inform R&D and access plans of the needs and behaviors of at-risk populations, healthcare providers, and policymakers.
    Work with research partners and key stakeholders to design and oversee implementation of research studies and maintain a comprehensive and timely understanding of the current landscape, unmet needs, gaps and critical socio-behavioral issues to support product development and global access to novel prevention products, including vaccines and antibodies.

    SBR Market Insights

    Seek, consolidate, assess and disseminate key insights from research and analyses.
    Utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods and select the optimal mechanism to gather key insights based on SBR objectives.
    Monitor the broader landscape of SBR projects, including those sponsored by USAID and PEPFAR, and EDCTP, to identify opportunities to leverage insights, methods, and/or technical expertise.

    Project & Budget Management

    Support the preparation of funding proposals, budgets, and work plans for regional SBR and access-related activities and prepare updates and presentations for donor reporting
    Monitor progress in workplans and performance metrics, follow up as needed and flag any persistent deviations for remedial action
    Manage SBR budget submission and prepare forecasts as requested by FA (Finance and Administration)
    Draft agendas, pre-read materials, summary presentations and meeting minutes for key meetings, as needed
    Represent department in drafting and monitoring departmental contributions in organizational scorecard

    Execution

    Guide the IAVI team and research partners to support the execution of the SBR strategy and integration with global access, advocacy, policy, and communications objectives.
    In close collaboration with the SBR Director, lead or co-lead selected SBR studies and projects in Africa and India with IAVI partners including guidance and review of protocols, sample plans, research instruments, IRB submissions, etc.
    Work with Africa, India, and US-based IAVI teams and collaborating investigators to strengthen internal capabilities for SBR, including mentorship, training, grant writing, and publications
    Prepare literature, reports, compelling SBR communications and data analytics
    Represent IAVI externally to showcase leadership in SBR and help secure funding for future research
    Perform any other duties assigned by the SBR Director

    Educations and Experience:

    Masters degree in anthropology, sociology, social epidemiology, behavioural economics, global health, public health, or a related field is required.
    Minimum seven years of experience leading the conceptualization, design, analysis, and execution of SBR studies in the area of global public health, vaccines, HIV or TB prevention, or product development is required.

    Qualifications and Skills:

    Demonstrated experience with SBR methods, including qualitative, quantitative, experimental, interventional, and mixed-method studies is required.
    Demonstrated experience in the development of protocols and research tools and IRB submissions for SBR studies is required.
    Demonstrated experience in manuscript preparation is required.
    inability to convene and effectively run meetings and events are required.
    Proven track record in managing complex, cross-functional and multi‐country research studies and projects, including preparing and managing ethics review processes is required.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as presentation skills are required.
    Demonstrated ability to quickly research, analyze, and provide synthesized summaries of data and information is required.
    Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to facilitate team interactions
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), NVivo, and other data analysis software is required.
    Knowledge of HIV, TB, emerging infectious diseases, and global health programs is highly desirable.
    Familiarity with proposal development, donor engagement and communications and funding mechanisms is desirable.

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    recruiting.ultipro.com

  • Lady Driver

    Lady Driver

    Overall Job purpose
    To support business growth in our trading outlets by harnessing pleasant customer experiences at every touchpoint and nurturing good business relationships with all levels of trading outlets that the Company deals with. The successful candidate MUST meet the following.

    A diploma in administration or any relevant field.
    5 years of driving experience
    Must possess a Certificate of Good conduct.
    Must have a valid driving license.
    Excellent eyesight and honesty.
    Must be smart and presentable (well-groomed).
    Understand the traffic rules.
    Good administration skills
    Able to work under minimum supervision.
    Can manage a team and give oversight to service provision.
    Must be well conversant with Nairobi and its environs.

    If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience; please share your well-detailed CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Lady Driver) to careers@colnet.co.ke

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    careers@colnet.co.ke