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  • Clinical Officer / Demand Creation Officer – Agyw

    Clinical Officer / Demand Creation Officer – Agyw

    Job Description
    The International Centre for Reproductive Health – Kenya (ICRHK) works in the area of Sexual and Reproductive Health for General Population, Key Population and Gender Based Violence and Human Rights programs. ICRH has a vacancy for the following position to be based in Mtwapa DISC; Clinical Officer / Demand Creation Officer – AGYW
    Requirements:

    Formal Education: CO, KRN, KRM, ECN
    Experience in providing services to adolescents and youth is a must
    Training in PrEP will be an added advantage
    HTS Counseling Training as per National Guidelines on HTS
    3 years working experience in provision of clinical services
    Be registered and have a valid license from the professional body
    Trained in HIV/AIDS care and treatment.
    Trained in provision of family planning services
    High level of computer literacy in MS Office and database applications
    Experience working with adolescents and young persons NGO experience with a strong community involvement
    Good interpersonal skills and willing to work under pressure in a challenging environment
    Good written and verbal communication skills in Kiswahili and English
    Flexible and willing to work for long hours, flexible hours and over the weekend
    Experience in research is an added advantage

  • Communications Specialist, Development Outreach and Communications Service

    Communications Specialist, Development Outreach and Communications Service

    Please Note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position.
    Position Summary:
    The Communications Specialist will support USAID/Kenya and East Africa’s Development Outreach and Communications (DOC) Services task order through August/September 2018. The Communications Specialist will work full-time to provide support to the development of communications products and publications focused upon USAIDs development strategy, as well as lead the production of high quality, brand-compliant, multimedia information products and visual assets.
    Responsibilities:
    Social Media and Media Monitoring

    The Communications Specialist will be responsible for managing the projects presence in social media and for the creation of content necessary to grow the USAID mission’s engagement within the sector. S/he will also focus on content creation, basic online graphics and development of products/messages for public access and online platforms including website, Facebook, Twitter and Flickr.
    Author brief social media postings with corresponding links and source appropriate images for the postings.
    Schedule and post social media content as per the content calendar and obtain approvals for content prior to publishing.
    Produce social media toolkits and contribute to the daily management of several accounts.
    Provide analytics, identify trends and develop creative inputs.
    Review daily press and produce media monitoring reports.

    Event Coverage

    Prepare website stories.
    Engage in media calls and prepare press kits.
    Take, edit and post photos.
    Update media contact lists.
    Prepare event specific media monitoring reports.

    Gathering Content from the Field

    Gather stories from implementing partners via field visits at the discretion of the COR.
    Produce various products from field content including Flickr photo albums, Transforming Lives and Exposure photo stories that reflect USAID reach and impact with a human-interest focus.
    Prepare content for use in other publications including annual reports, e-newsletters and brochures and videos.

    Strategic Planning

    Provide input into strategy review sessions on a quarterly basis
    Assist in developing an agenda and a presentation that:

    Reviews and assesses MSI communications work in the previous quarter using indicators established by the overall communications strategy;
    Highlight successes, challenges and recommendations;
    Synthesizes journalist participation and press coverage; and
    Pitches potential stories or identifies gaps in content based on field work and research.

    Coordination Meetings

    Support coordination of quarterly meetings with IP communication staff.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications or a relevant related field of study. Master’s degree preferred.
    3-5 years of related public relations, public outreach or Communications for Development experience
    Demonstrated experience producing and editing written products such as social media messages, news/blog articles, reports, fact sheets, speeches, success stories, and press releases
    English language skills at the S/5 and R/5 level to perform communications technical services.
    Ability to travel as needed throughout Kenya and East Africa
    USAID experience is a plus
    Ability to work well in a team

    Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.
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  • Data / Qi Coordinator

    Data / Qi Coordinator

    Program Description: Family AIDS and Education Services (FACES) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW) – and other affiliated institutions.
    Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, is a comprehensive HIV prevention and Treatment program managing many sites within in Kisumu County.
    FACES program is seeking for a self-motivated and proactive individual to fill the vacancy below:
    Position: Data / QI Coordinator
    Vacancy No. FN-005-01-2018
    Reports to: Monitoring and Evaluation Data Manager
    Duty Station: Kisumu
    Duration: 1 year Renewable Contract as per KEMRI Scheme of Service.
    The first 3 months is a probation period
    Position Summary: In collaboration with the FACES monitoring and Evaluation Manager Conducts studies and analyzes data to evaluate the performance in quality improvement.
    Analyzes, develops and implements improvement activities to increase compliance rates and Leads and participates in special projects, as directed.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Provide program leadership in formulating techniques for quality data collection to ensure adequacy, accuracy and legitimacy of data
    Devise and implement efficient and secure procedures for data handling and analysis with attention to all technical aspects (electronic and non- electronic health facilities) including weekly data backups
    Support Data Quality Officers/MLE Officers in the daily use of data systems and ensure adherence to program standards
    Responsible for IeDEA data management and reporting
    Supervise sub county data quality officers and ensure they carry out facility data audits
    Work closely with the MLE Department in auditing and validation of the DHIS/DATIM and FACES DHIS 2 database
    Work closely with MOH counterparts, including health facilities site visits to ensure systems are in alignment with HMIS standards and to strengthen health facility systems capacity
    Ensure OpenMRS/KenyaEMR, eFTCR, eMCHR, RedCAP databases and archives are protected from security breaches and data losses
    Monitor and analyze information and data systems and evaluate their performance to discover ways of enhancing them (new technologies, upgrades etc.
    Troubleshoot data-related problems and authorize maintenance or modifications in collaboration with regional data quality officers
    Work closely with MLE Coordinator to support EMR sites reporting and registers e.g MOH 731, Green card, Bluecard, MOH 361A, MOH 361B and other supplemental forms
    Participate in design and validate databases including designing or testing logic checks
    Design systems for receiving, processing, or tracking data
    develop work instruction manuals, data capture guidelines, or standard operating procedures
    Plan and facilitate on technical procedures or program usage to FACES and MOH staff
    Manage Sub county data quality Officers department while overseeing EMR data entry and accuracy at program level
    Assist with reports and data extraction when needed
    Create and enforce policies for effective data management
    Represent FACES and participate in SI related regional and national meetings and forums as requested
    Provide healthcare Quality Improvement and support in at county, sub-county and facility levels
    Engage with the Ministry of Health sub county level health management teams and other stakeholders to support quality improvement work in line with the Kenya HIV Quality Improvement Framework (KHQIF) and Kenya Quality Model for Health (KQMH)
    Develop and update materials for Quality Improvement trainings, learning sessions and coaching activities
    Conduct Quality Improvement training to regional Trainers of Trainers (TOTs) in selected sub-counties
    Train sub-county level health management teams to be quality improvement coaches.
    Mentor quality and work improvement teams at healthcare facilities
    Conduct routine healthcare facility audits on quality improvement
    Prepare monthly QI reports and updates.

    Required Qualifications: Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Social science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or Statistics.
    Required Experience: Minimum of 3 year’s relevant work experience preferably in a clinical research setup
    Other Required Skills

    Must be competent in computer statistical packages i.e. SPSS, SAS or STATA
    Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and timelines.
    Ability to represent findings and conclusions effectively in appropriate tabular, graphic and written formats.
    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with professional colleagues, public and private sector officials and regional professionals

  • Project Officer

    Project Officer

    Main Purpose of the Job:
    The Project Officer will have the overall responsibility of overseeing the successful implementation of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) programme and aspects of the Learn for Work project.
    ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Manage the overall day-to-day running and implementation of project activities ensuring efficient and effective implementation of the project
    Support the planning processes of the project, including the development of project proposals, budgets, reports and tools to monitor progress and evaluate impact of activities for effective implementation. Ensure effective and timely implementation of outlined project activities.
    Ensure continuous project monitoring. This includes monitoring impact, collecting relevant data guided by project indicators, maintaining updated database and generating accurate reports
    Take part in the relevant technical working groups that help improve the delivery of the project both internal and external
    Contribute to the development of innovative strategies for raising awareness of the project and funding for work among new donors
    Collaborate with the Communications Department to develop materials showcasing the project’s activities and achievements for sharing with relevant stakeholders
    Assist in data collection, analysis and sharing of findings including developing internal and external publications such as briefs, abstracts, concept notes and proposals.
    Submit regular/scheduled complete, accurate and timely consolidated reports that conform to prescribed formats and other parameters from NairoBits and the donor.

    Minimum requirements:

    Undergraduate degree or an equivalent preferably in Sociology
    Must have experience in programme coordination/management dealing with development issues
    Should be knowledgeable on Youth Development particularly on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), Economic Empowerment and Skills Development
    Knowledge in Project management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Research methodologies and Proposal Writing
    Experience in organizing events, trainings, community outreaches and workshops.
    Strong organizational and management skills with attention to detail.
    Demonstrable analytical and strategic thinking skills.
    Sensitivity, flexibility, tolerance and ability to listen and communicate clearly and effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
    Ability to work effectively both independently (without detailed daily supervision) and as a member of a team, on a wide range of tasks.
    Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Kiswahili.

  • Building And Construction Facilitator Welding And Metal Fabrication Facilitator

    Building And Construction Facilitator Welding And Metal Fabrication Facilitator

    Flexibility A Must
    The key purpose of this project is to assist 2,430 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.
    The following job vacancies are available in our organization;

    Building and construction

    Job Responsibilities

    Training and equipping the students with related skills.
    Sourcing of employment and internship opportunities for students.
    Sourcing of guest lectures and organizing field visits and industry exposures for the students.
    Ensure students on internship fill their logbooks.
    Maintain an up to date record of students.
    Ensure students maintain highest levels of discipline at all times.
    Accompany students when going for interviews.
    Source for credible mentors to mentor the students.
    Participate in road shows to recruit students to the program.
    Follow up with students both on internship and placement to support them and get feedback on their progress.
    Ensure that students attend classes as required.
    Provide students with resources for studying.
    Link the youth with potential employers.

    Requirements
    Academic and professional qualifications

    Degree in related field.
    Those with relevant Diplomas & experience may be considered

    Technical knowledge, skills and competencies

    Good Networking skills a must.
    Proven computer literacy in MS-Word, MS-Excel MS-Access or related programs required;
    Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate and perform multiple tasks simultaneously;
    Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines;
    Ability to interact positively with management, and other employees, to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach.
    Ability to produce a high volume of work in a timely manner, which is accurate, complete, and of high quality.
    Ability to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization.
    Strong oral and written communication skills.
    Excellent Presentation skills.
    Flexibility
    Leadership skills a must.

    Experience Required

    Minimum two (2) years working experience in the related field.
    Must have passion working with young people.

    Personal Attributes

    Trustworthiness
    Integrity and professionalism
    Time management skills
    Problem solving and negotiation skills
    Decision making and leadership skills

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  • Finance & Administrative Officer

    Finance & Administrative Officer

    Job description
    GRADE LEVEL: 3
    FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
    REPORTS TO: SAFE Initiative Center Manager
    Position Summary
    The Finance & Administration Officer will be responsible for the administrative and financial support of IREX/Kenya and the SAFE Initiative including financial reporting, procurement, payment processing, logistics, and operations. In coordination with the IREX/Kenya Finance Manager and the SAFE Center Manager, the Finance & Administration Officer will support the program staff in preparing financial reports, maintaining currency flow control, office administration, and purchasing.
    Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
    General Duties & Responsibilities

    Finance

    Assist in implementing financial policies and procedures.
    Assist in maintaining financial systems including internal controls and funds management.
    Assist in establishing, maintaining, and reconciling the office ledger.
    Assist in preparing and reconciling bank statements and accounts.
    Ensure transactions are properly recorded and reported through the Quick Books accounting software system.
    Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and transaction reports.
    Maintain computerized accounting systems and records.
    Maintain and monitor active accounts to ensure accurate records of project funds.
    Prepare and process payments.
    Prepare payment reconciliations.
    Submit monthly financial reports to senior staff members.
    Prepare financial forecasts.
    Process all VAT returns and reporting.
    Prepare expense reports for IREX office and project staff.
    Maintain financial files and records;
    Ensure compliance with donor and IREX policies and procedures as well as local law in all IREX expenditures.
    Ensure compliance with donor and IREX policies and procedures as well as local law in all contracts, agreements, and sub agreements before they are signed, including but not limited to selection procedures; documentation requirements, compliance with approval authorizations and authorization levels.

    Administration

    Coordinate and direct administrative support functions.
    Provide support for event logistics and payments as required.
    Manage staff leave tracking and as required, assist in maintaining the office payroll records, and employee payments.
    Overall management of project vendors including timely payment.
    Manage office inventory and supplies purchase.
    Manage office facilities and lease, and office maintenance.
    Manage office insurance.
    Maintain financial files and records.
    Manage office petty cash.
    Manage procurement in compliance with donor polices and IREX regulations.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Skills And Experience

    Legal Resident of Kenya with Authorization to Work.
    University experience; in possession of a degree/diploma in the field of Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
    Experience with the Quick Books accounting software package preferred.
    Knowledge and experience managing office financial and administrative environments.
    Knowledge and experience with Kenyan local tax and reporting process.
    Experience working with US government funding.
    Professional commitment and work ethic.
    3 years of experience and knowledge of relevant tasks is preferred.
    3 years working with NGOs in finance and administration is preferred.
    Strong command of English, both speaking and writing.

    Physical Demands
    Tasks involve some physical effort, i.e. some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (2.5-5 kg.); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of office equipment. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard.Extended period of sitting at a workstation or desk. Manual dexterity to work efficiently on a computer keyboard.
    Task requires:

    Sound perception and discrimination
    Visual perception and discrimination
    Oral communications

    Work Environment
    All employees are responsible for their own safety, as well as that of others in the workplace. To help us maintain a safe workplace, everyone must be safety-conscious at all times. This position is performed in a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Safe use of IREX equipment, as well as safe practices while on IREX property is essential.
    Disability Specifications
    IREX will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments of 2008.

  • Regional Office Manager

    Regional Office Manager

    Position Brief:
    The Regional Office Manager coordinates office management support for BRAC International Africa Regional Office which consists of 5/6 full time senior Managers and few part time positions. S/he manages general administration of shared office resources and liaison with Head Office on any administrative related matters. The Regional Office Manager liases with the government for BRAC’s license in the base country. S/he ensures that expatriates obtain work permit and visa to work/stay in the country (where Regional office is based) and provides logistic support to office as well as coordinating meeting and conference calls; arranging travel and preparing correspondence, maintains reports and documents. Provides administrative support to visitors and facilitate settle in requirements of expatriates. This position requires constant interaction with senior management team in Africa Regional Office, Head Office and Country Offices to resolve a variety of complex issues in order to meet the growing needs of the organization.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Office Management:
    Manage general administration of Africa Regional office, including the implementation of effective and efficient office procedures and systems for the shared office. Design and Implement office administration systems, including petty cash system, bill payment, travel arrangement, equipment purchases, office supplies, shared space arrangements and all other office administration related functions. Authorized to handle petty cash for day-to-day running of office. Submit operations report as required.
    Staff supervision:
    Provides on-going supervision and guidance to Office Assistant, cleaner, driver and other support staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, writing and reviewing job descriptions, interviewing and selecting staff, on-the-job training, coaching, conducting performance appraisal and guide development plan for capacity building.
    Liaison with government:
    Liaise and ensure compliance with the relevant Ministries of Government for BRAC’s license and registration in the based country and for obtaining work permits and visas for all expatriates to stay and work in the country without major interruptions. Find appropriate Office space to rent and maintain all lease related procedures and documents.
    Facilitate settle in related requirements of expatriate staff and family members, arrange accommodation, coordinate with property agency for home search, and negotiate for lease agreement. Coordinate with customs regarding customs clearance for incoming and outgoing shipment.
    Logistics and Administrative Support:
    Organizes and arranges itineraries, meetings, conference calls, travel arrangements of Regional office team and BRAC visitors. Provides administrative support for regional workshops and meetings, tracking workshop related travel arrangements. Keeping track of staff pay checks, leave, and sending intra-office message when employees call in sick. Follow BRAC’s procedures for procurement and consultant services. Ensure appropriate filing procedures, mail processes, and other administrative functions as required. Implement decisions of Deputy Director-Programme Support on safety & security matters.
    Communication support:
    Maintains communications within Africa Regional Office and with BI-Head Office and Country Offices with regard to implementation guidelines of administration, procurement, performance management, security and other support as required. Handles communications with numerous outside contacts and vendors. Ensures proper functioning of telephone and IT support in the office.
    Any Other Support: as required and directed by the Deputy Director, Programme Support.

    Educational Requirements:
    Minimum Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University; MBA with Major in Finance and Administration would be of added value.
    Required Competencies:

    Planning and Organizing skills
    Information management skills
    Contributing to team success
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Ability to communicate with diverse group of people
    Excellent in written communication
    Ability to use information to track administrative support
    Computer proficiency at advance level

    Experience Requirements:
    At least 5 years’ experience in office management and administration with minimum two years in International organization.
    Employment type: Contractual
    Salary: Negotiable

  • Regional Security Manager

    Regional Security Manager

    Department – Global Security
    Based in Africa (Nairobi or Johannesburg preferred; other locations possible)
    Up to 50% international travel
    Reports to the Deputy Director, Global Security
    Join us!
    The PSI Global Security department is a small team with a big impact. As a department, we provide security insight and support to all 50+ PSI offices and thousands of employees globally. We strive to never present problems without solutions. We take a soft approach to security management by designing context-appropriate solutions and recommendations. The Regional Security Manager for Africa will have a strong influence in creating and shaping safety and security policies throughout the organization. This position is more than just incident management—we emphasize training and preparedness instead of simply reacting.
    We are looking for a Regional Security Manager to help build safety and security capacity in PSI offices, and strengthen our ability to program in difficult environments. You will be a primary point of contact for country security focal points and country directors across Africa on any number of security issues and questions. You will visit various countries to perform physical security assessments, trainings, briefings, and preparedness planning. You will build and maintain close relationships with security networks in your area of responsibility, and raise potential issues of concern to the regional and corporate levels as appropriate. Importantly, you will be proactive in identifying challenges and areas of opportunity for PSI Global Security to create and implement new policies and procedures that will increase staff security.Sound like you? Read on.
    Your contribution
    You will:

    Perform field office safety and security assessments throughout Africa, as assigned;
    Participate in Incident and/or Crisis Management teams, as emergency situations arise;
    Be willing to deploy abroad or alter travel routes with little advanced notice to respond to needs of PSI;
    Provide technical support to security focal points and Country Representatives;
    Attend meetings and conferences, and debrief on any issues related to safety and security that may impact PSI;
    Advise staff and management on exposure to risk and liability;
    Assist in the preparation of concept papers, operations policies/procedures, and manuals regarding global safety and security;
    Provide quality assurance and guidance on all platform Security Management Plans, and ensure compliance;
    Provide security trainings and briefings as developed by the security department;
    Liaise with country teams to ensure safety and security is being adequately addressed in cost proposals and realignments;
    Attend appropriate security workshops and seminars;
    Be willing and able to respond remotely, or in-person, to emergencies 24 hours per day, 7 days per week;

    What are we looking for?
    The basics

    You have at least 7 years of experience managing safety and security.
    You have at least 2 years of experience working for an international NGO.
    You have lived and worked in a developing country environment for at least 2 years.
    You have experience and are passionate in building local technical, management and leadership capacity around safety and security.
    You are fluent in English, and preferably another major African language (Swahili or French highly preferred).
    You have significant experience building country-level security management systems.
    You are an experienced security trainer who is comfortable training and creating training plans on a wide variety of topics.
    You are a strong but concise writer.
    References will be required.
    Must be authorized to work and live in a major African hub (Nairobi, or Johannesburg. Other cities may be considered.) B. PSI will not consider work visa sponsorship for this position. Relocation expenses will not be paid.

    What would get us excited?
    Experienced manager. You have been a Regional Security Manager, or a country security manager in multiple countries. You have created and implemented major policies and improvements to security management for your organization.
    Collaborative manager. You are able to inspire a shared vision of security with your country teams. You have successfully helped focal points and management teams learn, grow, and thrive in their resilience to safety and security issues.
    A connector. You have a wide network of security contacts and information sources. You are able to gather information on emerging events and trends quickly and accurately. You are able to spot trends and keep the PSI global headquarters informed about country or regional threats and support needs.
    A Strategist and an innovator. You are creative, innovative and a strategic thinker. You have a strong interest in creating solutions and sharing learning. You are able to work independently, but are an active and engaged member of the Global Security team.
    STATUS
    Exempt
    PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.

  • Regional Statelessness Internship

    Regional Statelessness Internship

    Duty station
    UNHCR Regional Service Centre, Nairobi, Kenya
    Manager of the position
    Snr. Reg. Protection Officer, (Statelessness), UNHCR Regional Service Centre (RSC), Nairobi, Kenya
    Duration of assignment
    Six months (minimum five)
    Date of entry on Duty
    As soon as possible
    General Background
    The Regional Statelessness Unit at the UNHCR Regional Service Centre (RSC) based in Nairobi is seeking tstrengthen its engagement with States and other actors tbetter identify and protect, resolve existing situations of statelessness and prevent new cases in 16 countries within the region of Central, East and Horn of Africa including Central African Republic, Cameroon, Chad, Republic of Congo, DRC, Burundi, Rwanda, South Sudan, Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
    Building regional and continental synergies among African States and creating adequate State mobilization on the right tnationality are critical tensure effective prevention, reduction and elimination of statelessness by all the countries in the region. This will alscontribute tensuring sufficient support among African Union Member States for finalizing and adopting the draft AU protocol tthe African Charter on Human and People’s Rights on the right tnationality and eradication of statelessness. Conducting targeted advocacy towards a range of stakeholders will alsbe essential and will be increasingly pursued at regional and at national level tensure that all actors have adequate understanding of issues relating tnationality and statelessness within the region, enabling them ttake appropriate actions tend statelessness.
    Against this backdrop, the Regional Statelessness Unit at UNHCR RSC is looking tenhance regional dialogue in a coordinated, inclusive and sustained manner tprevent, reduce and eliminate statelessness in the region. UNHCR is partnering with key regional organizations such as the International Conference of the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), and is alslooking tcooperate with other relevant organizations in the region (i.e. IGAD and EAC).
    The ICGLR has already spearheaded efforts taddress statelessness by ensuring access tnationality and proof of legal identity across the region. The 12 ICGLR Member States adopted in October 2017 the Brazzaville Declaration and Regional Action Plan on eradication of statelessness, which sets out key commitments in line with UNHCR’s Global “IBelong” Campaign tend statelessness. This is a significant achievement, with States committing tadopt National Action Plans; reform their legislation and policies on nationality and civil status; improve birth registration systems, and conduct national and regional studies on the issue by 2019.
    UNHCR’s technical support in implementing this Declaration’s commitments requires sustained efforts with dedicated staff, in order tmove ahead with a series of activities at national and regional level in 2018 and beyond. These allow for a progressive approach; training and sensitising Government Focal Points nominated as per the Brazzaville Declaration, as well as ICGLR National Coordinators; promoting ratification of the international conventions on statelessness; and culminating in a Ministerial Meeting foreseen for late 2018 with the aim of extending this Regional Action Plan t2024 and triggering the development of an ICGLR Protocol on eradication of statelessness under the ICGLR Pact. Achieving the objectives of the Brazzaville Declaration are crucial in furthering progress ahead of the 2019 High Level Event on Statelessness, including as part of the build up tthe adoption of the draft AU Protocol.
    Functional responsibilities & Tasks

    Under the direct supervision of the Snr. Regional Protection Officer (Statelessness), the incumbent will:
    Assist the Regional Statelessness Unit in supporting the ICGLR Executive Secretariat and Member States timplement the commitments contained in the Brazzaville Declaration and Regional Action Plan, including:
    Supporting the preparation of the training workshops for ICGLR National Coordinators and government focal points on statelessness;
    Assisting in the preparatory work ahead of the Ministerial Meeting foreseen in late 2018 on statelessness in the ICGLR region;
    Assist in monitoring implementation progress of the Regional Action Plan;
    Provide inputs and support tthe UNHCR country operations developing and operationalizing strategies teradicate statelessness, including review of nationality related legislation;
    Assist in the cataloguing of the Unit’s documents, including by developing a resource library for statelessness in the Great Lakes, Horn of Africa and East African region;
    Assist in producing communications tools such as web stories and articles, brochures, one-pagers, and visibility items tsupport the office’s advocacy work and ensure coverage of the ICGLR process and efforts teradicate statelessness at country and regional levels;
    Assist in collecting inputs from country operations in order tprepare quarterly newsletters, including pictures, movies and stories;
    Assist in updating the Regional Data Portal on statelessness;
    Pro-actively provide administrative and logistical support for all activities organized by the section, such as conferences, workshops and trainings;
    Assist in generating regular reports on progress, successes, challenges, constraints and lessons learned in the area of statelessness;
    Provide support for any other operational tasks when required.

    Qualifications (academic and work experience)

    Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in law preferably with focus on human rights, refugee law and/or international humanitarian law;
    Excellent legal research and analytical skills;
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
    Excellent drafting and writing skills in English;
    Excellent knowledge of French (spoken and written) as French is essential;
    Excellent organizational skills, with experience organizing events such as conferences, trainings and/or workshops.

    Desirable competencies

    Interest and relevant experience in statelessness and nationality issues;
    Sense of innovation and creativity;
    Political awareness and interest tcooperate with regional inter-governmental organizations such as ICGLR, EAC, IGAD, etc;
    At least one year of related professional experience;
    Practical knowledge of Portuguese and/or Arabic ;
    Completion of UNHCR learning programmes on protection of stateless persons would be an asset or any other equivalent external courses.

    Status of the intern and insurance
    Interns are neither “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations, nor “officials” within the meaning of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations of 13 February 1946, as interns are not remunerated for their work. As of 1 June 2018, interns that dnot receive financial support from an outside party will receive a monthly Food and Local Transportation Allowance equivalent t10% of the Daily Subsistence Allowance for Nairobi duty station and based on 30 calendar days (not exceeding USD 1,000 per month).
    Interns may not represent UNHCR in any official capacity.
    Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or his/her sponsoring institution. However, UNHCR will help with the visa application if applicable and advise accordingly.
    Interns are not subject tUN security evacuation procedures but may be assisted tleave the country when possible and tthe extent feasible.
    Interns are fully responsible for arranging medical insurance covering their full internship period. Interns will be requested tshow proof of valid medical (and life/accident) insurance for the duty station. It must include adequate coverage in the event of an injury or illness during the internship. UNHCR accepts nresponsibility for the medical and life insurance of the intern or costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship. As interns are not covered under any insurance, they should not travel thazardous locations in the course of their internship with UNHCR.
    Interns will not engage in any activity that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of UNHCR.
    Interns will maintain confidentiality of all unpublished information made known tthem during the internship and will not publish any reports on the basis of information obtained during the period without prior written permission of UNHCR.