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  • Intern – Information Management, I (Temporary Job Opening)

    Intern – Information Management, I (Temporary Job Opening)

    Org. Setting and Reporting
    The United Nations (UN) Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is the UN Secretariat department responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to complex emergencies and natural disasters. OCHA also ensures that there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response effort.
    The Information Management Unit (IMU) is responsible for strengthening the information management capacity of OCHA ROSEA in both disaster preparedness and response. The IMU provides coordination and leadership in the application of information management in disaster preparedness and response, helping to assure that the information resources and information management expertise required by OCHA to function effectively in emergencies is available; and build sustainable partnerships in advance of disasters that directly contribute to the predictable exchange of information in emergencies.
    This internship will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and the intern will be under the general guidance and direct supervision of the head of Information Management Unit. The internship is being offered for a minimum period of six Weeks, with a possibility of extension up to a maximum period of six (6) months, starting as soon as possible.
    Responsibilities

    Support the Who-What-Where database, Contact Lists, Email distribution lists and humanitarian key figures update.
    Support OCHA ROSEA humanitarian response website updates – meeting calendar, document uploads etc.
    Support production of OCHA ROSEA graphics products.
    Support maintenance of the geographic data repository.
    Any other duties as may be requested by Head of the Information Management Unit.

    Competencies

    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”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
    TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
    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.

    Education
    To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

    Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation from an academic programme. Applicants who are unable to commence the internship within one year of graduation shall not be accepted.
    The University degree must be in one of the following areas:

    Geographic Information System (GIS)
    Information Management
    Information Technology
    Graphics Design
    Or in a related field.

    Work Experience
    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. Please explain how your experience meets this criterion using examples.Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French or Arabic is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Candidates will be assessed based on their Personal History Profile (PHP). Individual interviews may be conducted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration. A complete online application (Cover note included in the PHP) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The cover Note must include:

    Title of degree you are currently pursuing;
    Graduation date (when will you be graduating from the programme);
    IT skills and programmes in which you are proficient;
    Explanation why you are the best candidate for the internship position.
    In your PHP, be sure to include all past work experience, if any;
    IT skills and three (3) references.
    Due to high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
    Special Notice

    Applicants are encouraged to apply for internships which relate directly to their studies and/or skills and expertise. Applicants are asked to please indicate preferences which best match her/ his suitability and do so carefully in order to enhance the value of the internship for both the intern and the receiving United Nations (UN) Secretariat department/ office. A person who is the child or sibling of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the UN Secretariat. An applicant who bears to a staff member any other family relationship may be engaged as an intern, provided that he or she shall not be assigned to the same work unit of the staff member nor placed under the direct or indirect supervision of the staff member.
    For purposes of this advertisement, “child” means (i)the child of a staff member; (ii)the child of the spouse of a staff member (stepchild); (iii)the spouse of a child of a staff member or a staff member’s spouse (son- or daughter-in law). “Sibling” includes the child of both or either parent of a staff member and the child.
    In line with the UN Internship programme, the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs-(OCHA) internship provides a framework by which students from diverse academic backgrounds gain exposure to the work of the UN through assignment to offices within the Secretariat. The Programme endeavors to attract qualified students, offering them an opportunity to enrich their educational experience through exposure to the work of the Organization. Equally, it provides the Office with the assistance of students specialized in various professional fields. The internship is an unpaid and full-time opportunity and the intern must adhere to the established official weekly working hours of the duty station where it is based with one hour for a lunch break. Qualified individuals may apply directly to this and other opportunities with the United Nations Secretariat at: https://careers.un.org
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
    Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
    No Fee
    THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

  • Humanitarian Affairs Officer / Pooled Fund Manager

    Humanitarian Affairs Officer / Pooled Fund Manager

    Org. Setting and Reporting
    This position is located in the Operations and Advocacy Division, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), which is part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA’s mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions.
    This temporary job opening is being published for the position of Humanitarian Affairs Officer / Pooled Fund Manager and is located in Nairobi, Kenya with OCHA Somalia. The Humanitarian Affairs Officer reports to Deputy Head of Office (DHoO) OCHA Somalia.
    Responsibilities
    Within delegated authority, the Humanitarian Affairs Officer / Pooled Fund Manager, will be responsible for the following duties:

    Fund Management and Coordination:

    Under the supervision of the DHoO and the HoO, advise the HC on the management of the Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF);
    Manage and oversee fund allocation processes ensuring necessary coordination with relevant counterparts in line with the SHF Operational Manual (OM) and/or allocation guidelines, (i.e. SHF Advisory Boards (AB), Inter-Cluster Coordination Group (ICCG) and cluster coordinators and cluster lead agencies; humanitarian organizations; and OCHA);
    Manage the overall administration of the Fund and liaise as necessary with relevant OCHA HQ sections (i.e. OCHA Operations and Advocacy Division (OAD), OCHA Country-Based Pooled Funds Section (CBPFS), OCHA Administrative Services Branch (ASB) or Multi-Partner Trust Fund (MPTF) Office);
    Supervise the Humanitarian Financing Unit (HFU);
    Monitor the implementation of Fund strategies as endorsed by the HC, in consultation with OCHA DHoO/HoO, promoting coherence between humanitarian needs and response;
    Lead in policy development, including the review and analysis of humanitarian issues at the country level, ensuring proper coordination with CBPFS;
    Advise the HC and the DHoO/HoO on risk management and risk mitigation;
    Ensure implementation and compliance with policies and standard guidelines in accordance with HC decisions and HQ guidance;
    Oversee recipient organizations’ compliance with financial rules applicable to the Fund;
    Ensure proper communication and support during the allocation process to all stakeholders;
    Support recipient organisations throughout project life-cycle promoting compliance with applicable rules;
    Liaise with contributing donors in and outside the country as necessary; Ensure coordination and information exchange with other donors aiming to promote coordinated and complementary use of funds (including CERF when appropriate);
    Represent the Fund and HFU before stakeholders (NGO, UN Agencies, donors) and external actors as required;
    Undertake regular field visits to promote the knowledge and appropriate use of the Fund in line with its OM; field visits should focus on key actors (i.e. OCHA field colleagues, recipient organisations, local governments, communities).

    Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation:

    Ensure the implementation of the SHF Accountability Framework;
    Oversee and ensure timely project reporting cycle, including the annual report of the Fund;
    Systematically provide information on project status to the HC, the DHoO/HoO, donors and relevant governing bodies of the Fund;
    Support the preparation of evaluations, reviews and studies as requested by the HC and governing bodies ensuring due consultation with relevant HQ sections.

    Analysis, communications and public information:

    Conduct and update periodic analyses of humanitarian financing information, funding trends and requirements, gathering data from all relevant sources;
    Liaise with OCHA field offices aiming at the largest dissemination of information about the scope, the access and the allocation process of the Fund;
    In collaboration with relevant OCHA, field offices and OCHA HQ sections ensure appropriate dissemination of information about the Fund through different communication products (i.e. bulletins, feature stories, photographs/videos, websites, social media, SHF Annual Report etc.);
    Perform other duties as assigned by the OCHA DHoO/HoO.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Sound knowledge of and exposure to a range of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related humanitarian issues, to include approaches and techniques to address difficult problems; conceptual and strategic analytical capacity and in particular the ability to analyse and articulate the humanitarian and protection dimension of issues which require a coordinated UN response; ability to identify issues and to use sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems; ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the humanitarian rights and protection situation in assigned country/area; ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery); ability to provide guidance to new/junior staff; take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Proven drafting skills. Knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining humanitarian assistance. Knowledge of the UN common system and NGOs, and commonly used computer applications including MS Word and Excel. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas 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.
    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.

    Education
    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, public administration, international studies, economics or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, project management, budget management, or related area is required.
    Experience in humanitarian emergencies in the field is required.
    Direct project management or project supervision experience is required.
    Previous work experience in areas of project management, monitoring and evaluation, and administration is required.
    Experience in the design of policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance is desirable.
    Experience with the UN common system is desirable.
    Experience in managing pooled funds is required.

    Languages
    French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a desk review of the applications, an assessment exercise and/or a competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    This temporary position is intended to fill the functions of short-term duration of six (6) months with the possibility of extension. The selected candidate is expected to start as soon as possible.
    A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further “stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013…” Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
    Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
    While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
    The expression “Internal candidates”, shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
    Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
    For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
    The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English.
    Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, Inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on “The Application Process” and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of Inspira account holder homepage.
    Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
    Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time)on the deadline date.
    Candidates found suitable and not selected for the announced duty station, may be selected for deployment to other duty stations. The selection will be for similar functions with similar requirements at the same level.
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
    Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
    No Fee
    THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

  • Information Systems Officer, P3

    Information Systems Officer, P3

    Job Description
    Under the general supervision of the Chief, Infrastructure and Conference Support (ICS) and the direct supervision of the Chief, Infrastructure Management (IMS), the Information Systems Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
    Responsibilities

    Manage the back-office Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure that supports the UNON Data Centre and the UNON telecommunication infrastructure, specifically supporting the local area network, metropolitan, wide area and telephone networks, catering for the business needs of UNON Divisions and for its client Organizations.
    Develop requirements for procuring goods and services, oversee technical evaluation of proposals received and manage contracted service.
    Establish, supervise and coordinate the work programme of the team he/she supervises; lead and direct a team of systems integrators, network administrators and telecommunication specialists; supervise and evaluate staff; participate in the recruitment and selection of new staff and oversee the development of the team’s specific training programmes.
    Manage projects involving feasibility studies, systems analysis, design, development and implementation of new, moderately complex systems, and/or, participates as a member of a project team with responsibility for major components of the more complex systems.
    Develop detailed system and other functional specifications and user documentation for major systems.
    Provide specialized advice to users, analyzing users’ requirements and translating these into new applications; determine application systems integration and linkage issues.
    Maintain, upgrade or enhance existing user systems; troubleshoot and provide continuing user support, to include resolving difficult problems, advising on the use of new techniques, monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned systems, etc.
    Organize and perform unit and integrated testing, designing and utilizing test bases; assist users in acceptance testing.
    Develop disaster recovery plans and ensure appropriate planning and training of those responsible.
    Research, analyze and evaluate new technologies in the field of networking, telecommunication, ICT service hosting and systems integration, determining the cases for future adoption; provide leadership in introducing technological changes; ensure adherence of new initiatives to UN standards of system and project management.
    Participate in writing reports and papers on systems-related topics, system requirements, information strategy, etc.
    Facilitate communications between ICTS and its clients for good client relations. Serves as coordinator in the development of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) between the client and ICTS, for either specific IT services or general technology support, including any charge back mechanisms.
    Develop project proposals, business cases and service descriptions for the services he/she is responsible.
    Handle all aspects of contract administration including establishment of service level agreements with vendors and charge-back policy for users.
    Provide guidance to, and may supervise, new/junior staff, consultants, etc.
    Provide occasionally after office hours on call support and assistance as required.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of information technology/information management, particularly in LAN/WAN networking, telecommunications and IT security systems. Extensive knowledge and in-depth understanding of routing/switching protocols and significant exposure to and demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of network management, including Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Firewalls, Virtual Private Networks, and Wireless Networks. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, to include proficiency in the development and implementation of network systems of moderate size/complexity. Knowledge of interactive systems; good knowledge of organization’s information infrastructure and IT strategy as it relates to user area(s); independently maintains assigned systems and develops innovative approaches to resolve a wide range of issues/problems. 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.
    PLANNING AND ORGANISING: 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
    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) is required. Certification in Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) is desirable.
    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation, operation and maintenance of computer information systems with relevance to infrastructure systems and operations is required.
    Significant experience in functional and technical aspects of inter-alia of Local, Metropolitan and Wide Area Networking is required.
    Significant experience in WiFi technologies, IP Telephony, IP Video Conferencing, IP audio and video multicasting, telecommunications and satellite communications is required.
    Experience in cloud network (AWS, Azure), cloud security and solution architecture, network security, firewalls, Intrusion Detection and Prevention is required.
    Experience in Access Control, Directory Services, wiring standards and best practices, mobile solutions, secure communications and disaster recovery / business continuity environments is required.
    Experience in implementing industry standards such as ISO/IEC 20000 and 27001 is desirable.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of other UN official languages is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    Initial appointment against this post is for a period of one year and may be subject to extension. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
    The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
    For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 31 December 2018, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belarus, Belize, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Central African Republic, China, Comoros, Cyprus, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Monaco, Mozambique, Nauru, Norway, Oman, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Qatar, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Suriname, Syrian Arab Republic, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
    All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening.
    Internal Applicants – when completing the PHP, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you.
    Individual contractors and consultants who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, irrespective of the administering entity, are ineligible to apply for professional and higher temporary or fixed-term positions and their applications will not be considered.
    All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.
    If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira “Need Help?” link.
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

  • Intern – Information Management

    Intern – Information Management

    Responsibilities
    Support OCHA in fulfilling its mission to coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors. Advocate for the rights of people in need, promote preparedness and prevention. Support migration of existing datasets into new database templates and support organization of files, undertake research and collection of key humanitarian datasets from variety of sources under guidance of IMO’s, assist with design and preparation of studies on humanitarian technology and innovation, support building mobile applications, Design training materials and support various aspects of graphic design for infographics, UI/UX (userinterface/userexperience) design and video editing.Performing other tasks requested by the supervisor.
    Competencies

    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”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
    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.

    Education
    To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation from an academic programme. Applicants who are unable to commence the internship within one year of graduation shall not be accepted. The University degree must be in the area of political science, social science, geography, business administration, information technology, information systems, mobile development or in a related field.
    Work Experience
    Applicants are not required to have professional working experience for participation in the programme though any academic and/or practical experience in humanitarian affairs issues including humanita4rian coordination, computer science, information management, information systems, or information architecture is desirable. Familiaritz with database creation and management (e.g.Excel) and/or content management tools (e.g. Drupal) would be an asset. Applicants should be computer literate in standard software applications; have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations, a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter and; have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in English is required; and [‘fluency’ or ‘knowledge’] of French is [‘desirable’ or ’an advantage’]. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
    Assessment

    Candidates will be assessed based on their Personal History Profile (PHP). Individual interviews may be conducted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration. A complete online application (e.g. cover note and PHP) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The cover Note must include:
    Title of degree you are currently pursuing;
    Graduation date (when will you be graduating from the programme);
    Software in which you are proficient;
    Explanation why you are the best candidate for the internship position.
    In your PHP, be sure to include all past work experience, if any; IT skills and three (3) references. Due to high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

    Special Notice
    This position is temporarily available until [specific date]. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as “retirement.” Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a costeffective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
    To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation from an academic programme. Applicants who are unable to commence the internship within one year of graduation shall not be accepted. The University degree must be in the area of political science, social science, geography, business administration, information technology, information systems, mobile development or in a related field.

  • Programme Coordinator

    Programme Coordinator

    This position is located in the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) with duty station in Nairobi, Kenya, located at the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The GMCP is under the Justice Section (JS), Division for Operations (DO) of UNODC. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer heading GMCP and the overall guidance of the UNODC Regional Representative, ROEA.
    For more information on UNODC, please visit our website: www.unodc.org
    Responsibilities

    Within assigned authority, the Programme Coordinator (GMCP, IOP) will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of activities as set out in the UNODC Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) and its Indian Ocean Programme (IOP). This is a UNODC Programme to increase global and regional capacities to plan, train for, and respond to maritime crime, and conduct maritime law enforcement capacity building. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
    Plan, organize, manage, coordinate, implement and monitor the programme strategies and activities as outlined in Projects GLOX99, GLOZ06 and GLOW63 Indian Ocean sub-programme, and other relevant projects under the GMCP.
    Manage human and financial resources allocated to relevant projects under the GMCP, with focus on the Indian Ocean portfolio. Coordinate the work of and guide programme staff, external consultants, interact with government officials and other parties. Carry out programmatic/administrative tasks. Prepare inputs for budgets, performance parameters and indicators, programme performance reports and inputs for results-based budgeting and results-based management. Identify procurement needs (goods and services).
    Identify technical assistance needs for capacity building and develop sustainable strategies to reform and strengthen the capacity of maritime law enforcement authorities both regionally and globally to counter maritime crime. Conduct field missions to regional states and globally to assess their capacity to counter maritime crime.
    Organize and deliver specialized training for national officials involved in responding to maritime crime and conducting maritime law enforcement.
    Organize and attend meetings, trainings, conferences, and workshops. Liaise with identified partner universities, law enforcement officials, prosecutors and judges involved in countering maritime crime. Liaise with donors, development partners and other stakeholders. Make programme achievements known and identify areas of new assistance.
    Monitor expenditures and utilization of funds related to the Programme and ensure compliance with UN financial rules and regulations, initiate project/programme and/or budget revisions, as required.
    Serve as lead substantive officer for the preparation and dissemination of costed work plans, terms of references and other related project documentation on maritime crime.
    Review and appraise best practices and programmes to counter maritime crime, promote them among relevant stakeholders, non-governmental organizations and civil society in general. Pilot-test promising practices through the design and implementation of special programmes and projects, summarize experience from pilot projects.
    Research, analyse and present information gathered from diverse sources, relevant for project implementation. Prepare written outputs, e.g. briefing notes, sections of UN/UNODC reports, ensure quality inputs to publications, website, etc.
    Conceptualize and prepare substantive narrative reports.
    Perform any other work-related duties as required/assigned.

    Competencies

    Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to combating crime and in particular countering maritime crime. Has knowledge of the mandates of UNODC as well as specific technical knowledge relevant to criminal justice, law enforcement and related areas. Has demonstrated knowledge of policies, procedures, and best practice as they relate to maritime law enforcement issues. Has ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and knowledge of using various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    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.

    Education
    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in justice, law, criminology, business administration, operational management or other relevant social or political area with adequate focus on law enforcement issues, is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Work Experience
    A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in a relevant military or naval service, law enforcement or in the fields of crime prevention, criminal justice and/or programme management as they relate to maritime law enforcement is required. Experience in international cooperation in the maritime area including participation in joint military operations and maritime law enforcement is required. Solid experience in planning, training and in operational roles, as well as experience in project/programme elaboration, implementation and monitoring is required. Work experience in planning, training, conducting, and assessing maritime law enforcement operations is desirable. A broad understanding of the situation in the Indian Ocean as well as experience in working with conflict and post conflict countries is desirable.
    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    This is a project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
    Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
    The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
    Nairobi is classified in the B category (family duty station).
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

  • External Relations Officer

    External Relations Officer

    The position is located in the UNISDR Regional Office for Africa (ROAF) in Nairobi. The incumbents reports to the Deputy Chief of the Regional office.This is a temporary position, available until 31 March 2020.
    Responsibilities

    Under the direction and supervision of the Deputy Chief of the Regional Office, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
    Contributes to the development and implementation of effective communications, outreach, branding and other resource mobilization mechanisms and tools to enhance the visibility of UNISDR in the region, in close collaboration with counterparts in the Communication and Advocacy Section.
    Participates in the planning, development and implementation of communication and advocacy campaigns at the regional level; where appropriate, works with partners in the regions, including UN departments, funds and agencies to develop ways to implement campaigns system wide and to incorporate the campaign message and themes into all relevant events and products. Contributes, when appropriate, to UNISDR press releases, newsletters, periodicals, reports and publications. Builds information networks at the regional level;
    Contributes to publications programme; participates in the production of materials for print/electronic/voice/visual media.
    Provides substantive inputs for the development of strategic partnerships with key constituencies at the regional level to solicit support for and maximize impact of communication and advocacy objectives; Upon delegation from the Chief of the Regional Office, serves as a liaison to media organizations, governmental bodies, national groups, private sector organizations, educational organizations, international organizations, as required.
    Under the guidance of the Deputy Chief of the Regional Office, and in collaboration with the Chief, Resource Mobilization Section in Geneva, contribute to the effective management of donor relationships in the region ensures coordinated regular contact with donors based in the region; facilitates the promotion of cooperation agreement strategies and operational alliances with donors in the region.
    Ensures ongoing analysis of resource mobilization needs and opportunities; stays abreast of latest donor and funding trends; Under the supervision of the Chief of the Regional Office and the guidance of the Chief, Resources Mobilization Section, drafts funding proposals to donors as appropriate; ensures effective follow up; and ensures timely and quality reporting to the donors, as required.
    Upon request from the Chief or the Deputy Chief of the Regional Office, represents UNISDR at inter agency meetings, seminars, etc. on resource mobilization and related partnership initiatives/issues, fulfills speaking engagements and makes presentations to groups on UNISDR activities and advocate issues of concern: organizes media coverage and arranges for media contacts, briefings, and interviews; organizes seminars, lectures, conferences, public events on major issues and events concerning the organization.
    May perform other duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM:

    Knowledge of the full range of communications approaches, tools, and methodologies essential to planning and executing effective campaign strategies and programmes, e.g. campaign management, media operations, marketing and promotion, audience outreach, message targeting;
    Ability to establish and foster successful partnerships and collaborations;
    Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources:
    Ability to identify public affairs issues, opportunities and risks in an international environment:
    Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships;
    Knowledge of relevant internal policies and business activities/issues;
    Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style;
    Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences;
    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

    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”
    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 degree) in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or related field.
    A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in resource mobilization, partnerships building, public information, communication, advocacy campaigns or related area is required.
    Experience in fundraising is required. Experience in social media is desirable.
    Experience in advocacy campaigns within the United Nations System is desirable.
    Experience in managing the communication element of major international events/conferences 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 French is desirable;
    knowledge of Portuguese is also desirable.

    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency based interview.
    Special Notice

    This is a temporary position, available until 31 March 2020. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
    While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.

  • Logistics Assistant

    Logistics Assistant

    This position is located in the Triangular Partnership Project (TPP), Support Partnerships Service (SPS), Division of Special Activities (DSA), Department of Operational Support (DOS), Nairobi.
    DOS was established to provide operational advisory services to operating entities across the Secretariat, including other departments, offices-away-from headquarters, field missions, and regional commissions.
    DSA oversees a range of specialized or cross-cutting operational capacities. A large part of its responsibilities is to support start-up, surge, transition and liquidation requirements and toexercise authority on behalf of entities to which authority has not been granted owing to a lack of capacity or from which authority has been temporarily withdrawn.
    SPS coordinates and maintains bilateral and trilateral relationships with key partners, such as regional organizations, other United Nations actors and governments, for the receipt or provision of operational support from or to Secretariat entities
    The TPP Project is one of the outcomes of the September 2014 Summit on UN Peacekeeping, and aims to enhance the Rapid Deployment of Enabling Capabilities for peacekeeping. The Triangular Partnership comprises the United Nations, supporting Member States and Troop Contributing Countries (TCCs).
    The incumbent reports to the Training Officer in Nairobi.
    Responsibilities
    Within delegated authority, the Logistics Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

    Coordinate logistics requirements and delivery, equipment maintenance and serviceability including requests for supplies, and accounting for consumables such as fuels and oils.
    Serves as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with project team to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, e.g. recruitment and appointment of interpreters, travel arrangements, training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc.
    Supports project staff with respect to all aspects of goods and services contracts.
    Provides inputs to produce project cost estimates/budget.
    Maintains supporting files and databases, including with respect to Letters of Assist (LOA) with host countries/Member States.
    Records contract actions and monitors activity. This includes coordinating with vendors on equipment rental on delivery schedules, follow-up and preparation Receiving and Inspection (R&I) Reports, verification of invoices against R&I reports, recording contract status at all stages of processes.
    Provides general office assistance; responds to information request and inquiries; reviews, logs and routes incoming correspondence; sets up and maintains files/records such as attendance records; organizes meetings, workshops and handles other administrative and logistics tasks.
    Assists in training activities such as the preparation of training materials.
    Assists in the management of petty cash receipts and expenditures.
    Assist in maintaining, updating and ensuring accuracy and completeness of computer database recording requisition details, purchase orders, delivery and invoice actions, as required.
    Performs other duties as assigned by the Training Officer or the Programme Manager.

    Competencies

    Professionalism: Knowledge of policies, practices and regulations on management of supplies, purchasing and logistics and ability to apply them in an organizational environment. Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports on a wide variety of data. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
    Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
    Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

    Education
    High school diploma or equivalent. Technical or vocational certificate in logistics, transportation, supply management, business administration or related fields is a requirement.
    Work Experience
    A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in supply management, contracts administration, logistics or related area is required. Experience with inventory control and management of a large client base in an international environment is desirable.
    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    These positions are subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
    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. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application. Having passed the Administrative Support Assessment Test in English at the United Nations Headquarters, Economic Commission for Africa, Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, United Nations Office at Geneva, United Nations Office at Vienna, International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia; or the United Nations Accounting or Statistical Assistant Examination at the United Nations Headquarters may be accepted in lieu of the GGST.
    Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
    Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
    Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

  • Programme Assistant

    Programme Assistant

    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
    Organisational Setting and Reporting
    The position is located in the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) with duty station Nairobi (Kenya). The Programme Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) Programme Officer and the general direction and supervision of the Project Coordinator for the Indian Ocean of GMCP.
    For more information on UNODC, please visit: www.unodc.org
    Responsibilities
    Within assigned authority, the Programme Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

    Provide assistance in support of the planning and implementation of the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) activities.
    Research, compile, analyse, summarize, and present basic information/data on specific programme/project related topics.
    Compile, summarize and enter data on project delivery; develop related status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, budget overruns, etc., and bring to the attention of management.
    Assist in the preparation and analysis of budget proposals. Provide assistance in the interpretation of budget guidelines. Review and coordinate submissions of programme proposals and

    budget estimates, ensuring that requisite information is included and justified in terms of proposed activities. Prepare reports and ensure that outputs/services are properly categorized and propose adjustments as necessary.

    Review delivery timelines and donor reporting requirements and assist in compiling information for preparing donor reports.
    Serve as focal point for administrative coordination of programme/project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, e.g. travel arrangements, trainings, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc.. Carry out relevant functions in SAP/Umoja in relation to programme operations.
    Assist in the recruitment process and monitoring of contracts of long- and short-term staff, as well as technical assistance personnel.
    Draft correspondence on budget-related issues and prepare and update periodic reports, graphic and statistical summaries, spreadsheets, etc.
    Provide general office assistance. Respond to moderately complex information requests and inquiries. Review, log and route incoming correspondence, set up and maintain files/records, organize meetings, workshops, and handle routine administrative tasks, such as maintaining attendance records, assessing telephone billing, etc.
    Provide guidance/training to new/junior staff.
    Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

    Competencies
    Professionalism: Has knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to programme/project administration, implementation, programming, monitoring and budgeting. Is able to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources. Has demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements; 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.
    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.
     
    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.
    Education
    High-school diploma or equivalent is required.
    Work Experience
    A minimum of five years of experience in programme or project administration, including finance, budget, accounting, administrative services or related area is required. Experience in working on technical cooperation projects is desirable. Experience in running and completing procurements is desirable. Experience in spreadsheet and word processing applications is required. Experience in working with an ERP system is required. Experience in SAP/Umoja is highly desirable. Experience in grants, project and fund management related modules in SAP/Umoja is highly desirable.
    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English, i.e. oral and written proficiency, is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment and a competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
    Other Skills and Requirements
    Passing the Administrative Assessment Support Test (ASAT) in English at Headquarters, ECA, ESCWA, UNOG, UNOV, ICTR, or ICTY or the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a requirement for recruitment consideration in the General Service category in the United Nations Secretariat.
    The GGST is a proctored entry-level examination at the duty station. Any travel expenses incurred in order to take the examination are the responsibility of the candidate and will not be reimbursed by the Organization.
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

  • Intern – Human Resources Assistant

    Intern – Human Resources Assistant

    Job description
    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 Chief, Talent Management Center and delegated Human Resources Assistants, the intern will:

    Assist in conducting HR data analytics.
    Assist in the development of the section dashboards.
    Assist in examining HR process workflows to propose improvement and changes.
    Assist in the development of an online data dissemination platform.
    Assist in research and development of statistical learning models for data analysis.
    Assist in collecting data from multiple resources to review, analyze, compile and store information as well as create standard statistical and other reports.
    Assist in processing, cleansing, and verifying the integrity of data used for analysis.
    Assist in presenting reports using data visualization techniques and communicate results and ideas to key decision makers.

    Competencies
    Communication
    Core Competencies:

    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 a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
    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 or master degree in Information Technology or related area is required. Use of Canva and Prezi presentation software is a required.

    Work Experience
    Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
    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 UN Language is desirable.

    Assessment

    Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

    Special Notice
    Your Application For This Internship Must Include
    A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past
    Work Experiences, IT Skills, And Three References.

    Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-programme),
    List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
    A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).
    Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

  • Intern – Public Information, I

    Intern – Public Information, I

    Job description
    Responsibilities

    In general, the intern will support OCHA in fulfilling its mission to coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention; and facilitate sustainable solutions.
    Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background and will be related to public information and reporting, where s/he will become familiar with international humanitarian emergency response mechanisms.
    Duties may include but are not limited to: assisting in the collection of information, including news articles, on humanitarian issues in the region; assisting with the production of information products on priority issues and/or major events; assisting with the drafting of reports aimed at specific audiences, including internal and public reports; participating in the creation of content for social media platforms; and performing other tasks requested by the supervisor.

    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.
    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”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

    Education

    To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
    Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
    Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
    Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation from an academic programme. Applicants who are unable to commence the internship within one year of graduation shall not be accepted.
    The University degree must be preferably in the area of communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or in a related field.

    Work Experience

    Applicants are not required to have professional working experience for participation in the Programme though any academic and/or practical experience in communications, journalism, humanitarian affairs issues or international relations is desirable.
    Familiarity with graphic design software (e.g. Adobe InDesign and Illustator), photo and video editing tools (e.g Adobe Photoshop and Premiere), social media platforms, web analytics tools and/or content management tools (e.g. Drupal) would be an asset.
    Applicants should be computer literate in standard software applications; have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations, a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter and; have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another United Nations official language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian Spanish) is an advantage.
    Assessment

    Candidates will be assessed based on their Personal History Profile (PHP).
    Individual interviews may be conducted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration. A complete online application (e.g. cover note and PHP) is required.
    Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

    The cover Note must include:

    Title of degree you are currently pursuing;-Graduation date (when will you be graduating from the programme)
    IT skills and programmes in which you are proficient
    Explanation why you are the best candidate for the internship position. In your PHP, be sure to include all past work experience, if any; IT skills and three (3) references. Due to high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

    No Fee
    THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.Apply now