Jobs Kenya

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  • Strategic Workforce Planning Consultant – Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa

    Strategic Workforce Planning Consultant – Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa

    ROLE:
    This role supports the design, delivery and monitoring of workforce plans and structural reviews and works in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, from WFP’s management, to functional subject matter experts, HR colleagues and external experts.
    This position will be part of the HR Workforce Planning and Strategy Branch outposted to the WFP Regional Bureau Nairobi (RBN). Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like WFP, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following accountabilities:
    ACCOUNTABILITIES:

    Act as a Subject Matter Expert on Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) and Organizational Alignment Reviews (OA), conducting SWP and/or OA exercises for the Country Offices based on established procedures, incorporating the results of functional and global workforce plans.
    Through desktop reviews and stakeholder meetings, assess the strategic direction of Country Offices as well as possible future scenarios and derive insights into the implications of these on the workforce using a strategic workforce planning methodology and software.
    Identify and analyze the current workforce and its relevant characteristics, including current skills of the workforce through skills gap analyses, talent reviews and/or functional talent assessments.
    Assess future demand for talent based on strategic direction, and future supply of internal talent through data analysis. Project supply versus demand models for the Country Offices and identify gaps.
    Work with HR colleagues and management to develop a strategy to close gaps by identifying appropriate workforce and/or talent management solutions to bridge the gaps over short, medium, and long-term including costs, timeframes, and benefits.
    Analyze Country Office current organizational set-ups, structures, workforce composition and design organizational structures based on the workforce planning results.  
    Provide guidance and advice on formulating detailed implementation plans to ensure that the gaps between the current and future structures and workforce can be smoothly bridged.
    Prepare appropriate communications materials to keep all stakeholders informed of SWP and structure alignment progress, to request action and to build engagement.
    Monitor the implementation of Country Office workforce plans through the management of project plans, conduct lessons-learned exercises and contribute to the refining of workforce planning practices across WFP.
    Coordinate and streamline the collection, interpretation and validation of workforce data and its analysis ensuring that quality standards and data privacy compliance are maintained.
    Establish knowledge management systems, including best practices, benchmarks and knowledge repositories on Strategic Workforce Planning and organizational structures, sharing them proactively with the counterparts within the SWP team.
    Drive the efforts on creating awareness on SWP and OA processes and methodology as appropriate among established stakeholders (HR community, Leadership of the Regional Bureau and Country Offices). Lead capacity building/strengthening efforts among designated HR community in relation to organizational alignments and structural reviews. 
    Other, as required.

    QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
    Education: 

    ​​​​​​​University Degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Economics, Business Administration or other related field.

    Experience: 

    Minimum 5 years of experience in Human Resources, Consulting or relevant post-graduate experience with excellent analytical, communication and project management skills.
    At least 3 years of international experience either working abroad or in an international environment, as part of a multicultural team.

    Knowledge & Skills: 

    Strong track record on organizational design and change management
    Strong analytical, critical thinking, planning and problem-solving skills
    Strong attention to detail
    Ability to handle ambiguity and change, as well as balance multiple priorities
    Customer orientation
    Excellent written/verbal communication skills
    Ability to build effective relationships across and outside the organization, at all levels
    Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
    High level of organization to compile and derive insights from data, working with multiple sources and coping with rapidly changing information
    Knowledge of workforce planning tools and data analytics/visualization/ reporting technology is desirable

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  • Business Support Assistant (Programme) G4, Re-Advertisement Nutrition Officer

    Business Support Assistant (Programme) G4, Re-Advertisement Nutrition Officer

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Provide programme staff with support with official travel arrangements and accommodation bookings 
    Follow up on the procurement plan and payment of invoices and/or processing of purchase orders 
    Gather information with clear direction to support the drafting of documents and preparing reports by other staff. 
    Respond to queries and escalate where appropriate, in order to provide a timely and accurate service to clients. 
    Support processing and managing routine administrative and financial tasks in various functional areas, to contribute to the effective and timely management of resources. 
    Provide revision and proof-reading services for standard documents, to contribute to the development of accurate documentation. 
    Take responsibility for the maintenance of set standard systems and files, to ensure information is accurate and readily available for the function. 
    Identify simple discrepancies in statistics and data, such as missing information, and report to senior staff in order to support clients to deliver their work. 
    Take responsibility for data integrity to facilitate availability of accurate information in corporate systems. 
    Provide guidance on routine business support methods and practices to junior colleagues to ensure services are delivered consistently and to the required standards. 
    Work with a variety of individuals, taking on feedback where appropriate to assist in business support delivery for staff. 

    Do you meet the minimum requirements?

    Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.
    Experience: Four or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream with experience in general administrative work.
    Language: Proficiency in oral and written communication in English is a must.

    Knowledge & Skills:

     Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software packages, such as Microsoft Word. 
    Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision. 
    Uses tact and courtesy to give and receive information to a wide range of individuals. 
    Ability to identify data discrepancies and rectify problems requiring attention. 

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  • Security Information Analyst, Service Contract SC8

    Security Information Analyst, Service Contract SC8

    To analyze and contextualize security information that identifies potential impact on WFP personnel, assets and operations, contributing to WFP’s security ability to acquire, process and effectively communicate security threat information supporting decision-making and ensuring operational success.
    ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
    Under the direct supervision of the Regional Security Analyst, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

    Address security information requirements by applying agreed approaches and methodologies in security information analysis consistent with WFP and wider UN security information management policies, guidelines and procedures. 
    Conduct research on security threats and risks in countries of WFP operations in Eastern Africa. 
    Monitor security incidents, situation reports, media and other sources to support security information analysis. 
    Evaluate acquired information ensuring relevance, reliability and accuracy that contributes to comprehensive security information analysis. 
    Maintain collaboration within and outside WFP for effective information sharing on security analytical papers, security situation, threats, risk analysis and trends contributing to information sharing cohesion. 
    Assist the Regional Security Analyst with the development and maintenance of information source/resource lists 
    Monitor WFP and UN Security Incident Reports (SIRs); ensure necessary follow-up and integrity of SIR data; prepare SIR analysis. 
    Identify elements of essential information and, in a timely manner, alert supervisor for assessment and potential wider management distribution. 
    Identify trends in the security environment with implications on WFP personnel, assets and operations to support WFP’s access strategy, improve conflict-sensitive and gender-sensitive programming and protection-related efforts.
    Monitors upcoming events in the short-term, medium-term and long-term perspectives, highlighting events which may have impact on the security situation in countries of the region
    Contribute to and/or prepare accurate and timely security updates, security analysis reports, statistics and trends analysis for supervisor’s review. 
    Draft SRSO office routine security analysis documents for supervisor review, and disseminate finished products 
    Assists the Regional Security Analyst in preparation of security-related inputs to routine corporate and operational products and processes, with a focus on developments that affect or may affect the safety and security of WFP staff/assets/operations. 
    Prepare and update country-specific overviews to facilitate development of corporate products (ie. country strategic plans), security risk management products (ie. Ad-hoc SRMs), or training programs (ie. WSAT) 
    Provides inputs for topical analysis and other analytical reports/updates pertaining to cross-cutting issues affecting WFP operations in Eastern Africa. 
    Contribute to and/or prepare briefings as required on security developments, threats and risks in specific areas of relevance to WFP operations. 
    Contribute to the development and maintenance of security information knowledge management databases and tools. 
    Perform duties of Regional Security Analyst as required.
    Performs other duties as required.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education:  Advanced university degree preferably in Political or Social science, Military Science, Security Management, International Relations, History.
    Experience: A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in political or security analysis with an academic, military, police, intelligence, humanitarian, peacekeeping, diplomatic, corporate security management or other related organization is required.
    Languages: Fluency (written and spoken) in English is required. Working knowledge of another UN language (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish) is desirable.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Competency with statistical analysis
    Digital literacy, particularly experience with GIS, data visualization tools, knowledgement/information management practices
    Understanding of OSINT concepts practices 
    Knowledge and understanding of methodologies for information collection, collation and analysis.
    Excellent critical thinking and English writing skills.
    Proven ability to conduct research projects and perform academic or similar studies. 
    Proven ability to produce analytical reports on security and political issues, preferably in the international perspective.
    Proven ability to communicate complex concept orally and in writing.
    Ability to appreciate sources, resources and information in terms of relevance and credibility.
    Knowledge of the UN context, preferably in the field of security management, peacekeeping or humanitarian operations, is an asset.
    Ability to identify priority activities and assignments, effectively manage workload.
    Ability to work under strict deadlines.

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  • Logistics Officer – Corridor Management

    Logistics Officer – Corridor Management

    JOB PURPOSE
    Provide first level support to COs on corridor management activities and processes, in strict collaboration with other functions and offices.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    The talent will operate under the direct supervision of the Logistics Officer –Corridor Manager and will be accountable for the following:

    Support the Corridor Manager during the regional annual demand planning exercise in the definition of the service demand for each regional corridor and service provider CO.
    Lead the annual corridor budget preparation in collaboration with the service provider COs and submit it to the service recipients for discussion.
    Prepare the half-year and year-end operations reports and presentations for submission to the Corridor Management Committee.
    Provide first line continuous support to the COs in all aspects of corridor management activities including planning, budgeting, costing, funds management, monitor and evaluation, risk management and oversight.
    Collaborate on technical issues related to the regional corridor management activities with budget and programming, finance, procurement to ensure coordination in processes and field support.
    Monitor that the business processes (including related organizational information) and RACI supporting the corridor management are performed consistently and in line with the WFP corporate standards.
    Update the business processes and the corridor SOP to maintain them aligned with new developments at both regional and corporate levels.
    Collect business requirements from countries offices to support the optimization of corridor operations and related supporting solutions and systems.
    Identify areas of digitalization, provide relevant business requirements, and support the development from business perspective / validation.
    Perform corridor management analyses and reports of corridor operations and their performance.
    Any other needed accountabilities discussed with the supervisor.
    Ensure periodic performance KPI and relevant analytics/dashboard are regularly updated.
    Establish effective and regular communication with corridor focal points in the COs and HQ.
    Support the Corridor Manager in any aspect relevant to the corridor operation.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education: University degree in supply chain, logistics, economics, finance, international cooperation, business management or any other related fields; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
    Experience: At least 4 years of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in supply chain operations, logistics, business solutions, data analysis models and systems, service organization, planning, budgeting, costing, funds management or any other related fields. Proved knowledge of supply chain, operations, budgeting, costing, funds management, data analysis.
    Languages: Working knowledge of English. Intermediate knowledge of a second official UN language is desirable.

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  • Storekeeper, SC4, Kakuma Tally Assistant, SC2, Kakuma

    Storekeeper, SC4, Kakuma Tally Assistant, SC2, Kakuma

    JOB PURPOSE
    To handle receipt/dispatch and verification of commodities in order to maximise quality of warehouse operations and mitigate losses, and to support the best storage management practices in compliance with WFP warehouse standards and established guidelines.
    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.
    Language: Fluency in English and Kiswahili. 
    Work Experience: At least 4 years progressively responsible work expereince in warehousing, logistics, supply-chain handling receipt/dispatch and verification of commodities, warehouse supervision and commodity reconcilliation. 

    Knowledge & Skills;

    Experience using logistics databases to extract routine reports.
    Experience in managing warehouses with Food and Non-Food Items.
    Experience in managing inventories.
    Experience in processing invoices.

    Closing date: 14 March 2023

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  • Driver (Airport Dispatch Support), G3 Assistant Storekeeper

    Driver (Airport Dispatch Support), G3 Assistant Storekeeper

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

    Provide transportation to senior WFP staff, high-ranking UN officials, and visitors including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language, and the delivery and collection of various items following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services. 
    Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities, to facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to the authorized destinations.  
    Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status to ensure efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.  
    Efficiently plan and coordinate WFP vehicle maintenance to ensure vehicles are fully equipped with required travel authorizations and supplies, and assigned equipment on board is in a good condition to support safe and efficient services.  
    Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward. 
    Outside driving duties, perform basic office-related tasks such as filing, photocopying, and maintaining stores and other administrative support when required. 
    Assist the flight dispatch team with the airport processes and activities both at the terminal and at the airside, noting the aviation safety and security requirements.
    Arrange for delivery and receiving of light airfreight for dispatch ensuring packaging is per the IATA requirements for handling Dangerous Goods.
    Update the electronic tracking system for light airfreight received and maintain the same on the eFMA for collection by the addressee 

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
    Education: 

    Completion of Secondary School education.
    Formal driving training with valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.

    Experience: 

    Three or more years of work experience as a driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy, or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record.
    Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, 4WD, trucks, and other kinds of motorized vehicles.
    Experience in defensive driving and driving on the airside of the airport is desirable.

    Knowledge & Skills:

    Knowledge of Aviation Fundamentals and basic driving skills/rules on the airside of the airport.
    Good understanding of transport services and ability to coordinate routes and schedules for other Drivers. 
    Knowledge of driving operating rules and regulations. 
    Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.) 
    Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
    Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs. 
    Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters. 
    Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications. 
    Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods. 
    Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.

    Closing:06 March 2023.

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  • Warehouse Management Associate G6, Kakuma (Re-Advertisement) HR Officer (Strategic Workforce Planning Consultant) Human Resources Consultant Roster

    Warehouse Management Associate G6, Kakuma (Re-Advertisement) HR Officer (Strategic Workforce Planning Consultant) Human Resources Consultant Roster

    JOB PURPOSE
    To manage a range of warehouse activities including safeguarding of commodities and supplies, and ensuring well-organized warehousing and storage service in compliance with WFP warehouse guidelines. 
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Responsible for the effective planning and management of warehouse operations, to ensure safe and efficient warehousing and storage of all commodities and supplies.
    2Contribute to review of WFP corporate warehouse standards and procedures, to support efficiency and changing business needs.
    Coordinate the receipt/dispatch of commodities, to ensure accurate recording, accounting and reporting is available at all times to support decision-making.
    Responsible for the accuracy of warehouse transaction records including identification of discrepancies, to ensure immediate and accurate reporting on commodity movements in line with the corporate requirements.
    Responsible for inventory management (e.g. physical stock verification, reporting, etc.), to ensure any existing and developing issues with regards to proper stocks management are timely addressed and WFP standard procedures for commodity handling and storage are strictly followed. 
    Supervise preparation and/or prepare regular and ad hoc reports and statistics on warehouse operations, to support informed planning and decision-making.
    Oversee safeguarding of commodities through providing guidance on and taking initiative towards implementation of preventive measures, to ensure that commodities are preserved in good condition and that quality control actions are initiated as appropriate following WFP established procedures.
    Review on periodic basis warehouse space availability, plan and implement new design layouts to support business needs and ensure cost-efficiency.
    Work in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, in order to deliver aligned and coherent warehouse services.
    Identify training needs and efficiently plan trainings, to ensure that all staff have required knowledge and skills to carry out their responsibilities.
    Supervise warehouse staff, to ensure high performance standards.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Experience in maintaining a logistics database and running queries on ongoing shipments, pipeline information, insurance claims, and food stock.
    Experience in administering third party service providers’ contracts.
    Experience in compiling contract documentation.
    Experience in contract execution.
    Experience in budget monitoring and reporting.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Logistics, or other relevant field.
    Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in the English.
    Experience: 6 years of relevant experience in Warehouse Management/Supply Chain Management.

    Applications for this position will close at 11:59 p.m. (East African Time) on 12th March 2023

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  • Finance Associate Knowledge Management Officer (Re-advertised) Programme Associate, SSA6, Garissa Programme Associate, SSA6, Marsabit

    Finance Associate Knowledge Management Officer (Re-advertised) Programme Associate, SSA6, Garissa Programme Associate, SSA6, Marsabit

    JOB PURPOSE
    To coordinate and provide finance, budget and administration support services involving the recording and interpretation of financial and budgetary information to ensure the efficient functioning of the support services and inform decision-making.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

    Provide the procedural and technical support to staff within the areas of finance and budget, to ensure compliance with WFP financial policies, rules and regulations.
    Support the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures, and assist in setup and implementation of proper accounting procedures, systems and cash controls.
    Monitor the daily cash position in order to optimize the use of surplus cash and maximize returns on investment through the liquidity portfolio.
    Monitor the centralised registry system in order to process all payments to internal staff and invoices to external suppliers in a timely manner and in accordance with WFP standards.
    Contribute to the preparation, implementation and monitoring of budgets, monitor expenditure and budget forecasts, to ensure that relevant future funding requirements are met.
    Co-ordinate with other teams in order to ensure that all financial and administrative services are being performed efficiently and in line with the needs of the wider team.
    Monitor account balances and process financial transactions in an accurate and timely manner, to avoid the occurrence of an overdraft.
    Monitor and analyse general ledger accounts in order to initiate and achieve corrective actions.
    Compile data from the WFP database and systems in order to assist in generating and analysing financial reports on a monthly basis.
    Allocate tasks to other support staff, provide guidance and on-the-job training in management of financial resources (e.g. managing the petty cash/sub-imprest account, review and analyse vendor and balance sheet accounts, etc.), to ensure services are delivered consistently and to the required standards.
    Remain on stand-by and follow standard emergency preparedness practices in order to meet immediate emergency requirements for further service on the job and in the field.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in in the area of finance.
    Education:  Completion of secondary school education. Undergraduate degree in the related functional area is desirable.
    Languages: Fluency in oral and written in English, a second UN language (especially French) would be an advantage.

    LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK BEHAVIOURS
    Leads by Example with Integrity

    Upholds WFP values, principles, and standards – Demonstrates and encourages others to uphold the WFP values, principles and standards
    Respects others and values diversity – Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language, and encourages others to do the same
    Stays focused and calm under pressure – Stays focused and calm when under pressure and encourages others to do the same
    Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn – Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop

    Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

    Delivers results for maximum impact – Holds self and/or others accountable for the delivery of results
    Delegates appropriately – Delivers results against delegated tasks and seeks guidance and support where needed
    Adapts readily to change – Responds readily to change adjusting work as needed

    Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative

    Is inclusive and collaborative – Promotes inclusive teamwork and psychological safety by sharing ideas and openly raising issues
    Gives timely and constructive feedback – Supports development for others by giving timely and constructive feedback
    Builds and shares new perspectives – Listens attentively to others to capture, learn, build and share new perspectives

    Applies Strategic Thinking

    Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision – Fulfils WFP’s vision and is able to explain how their objectives support the vision
    Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things – Demonstrates curiosity, and proposes new ways of doing things when relevant
    Analyses and evaluates data – Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform team decision making
    Considers the impact of decisions – Implements decisions and asks questions to understand the impact for wider objectives

    Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

    Builds partnerships
    Acts professionally with external partners
    Collaborates to deliver common objectives
    Works together with partners to deliver common goals

    Closing date: 03 March 2023

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  • Security Associate, G6, Kakuma

    Security Associate, G6, Kakuma

    JOB PURPOSE
    To perform tasks related to the implementation and assessment of security measures and maintenance of equipment with a view towards providing updates and recommendations to facilitate informed decision-making and secure WFP staff, facilities and operations. 
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Review security threats and risks in detail and compile accurate reports on trends and situations that could adversely impact WFP operations, in order to ensure information is accurately collated and sent to senior security staff to support reporting and decision making.
    Review security related information (e.g. security incidents and events, security support to daily activities, etc.) and use corporate or local information management tools to produce a range of analyses and in-depth reports, to ensure that information is readily available for relevant stakeholders.
    Liaise and co-ordinate with local administration, security and law enforcement authorities, communities, UN/NGO security staff and other actors, to facilitate access for safe programme delivery and to mitigate potential risks against staff and other resources.
    Plan and co-ordinate staff activities during field missions and perform security assessments within the area of responsibility to support safe and effective programme delivery.
    Analyze security assessment reports following field missions and present detailed recommendations for risk mitigation to support security situation analysis and facilitate decision-making. 6. Assist in advising the Country Director on security risk management matters and safety issues in compliance with the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS).
    Support the implementation of risk management mitigation measures, including Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) to ensure compliance.
    Support the maintenance and management of security equipment and make recommendations to strengthen technology capacity in line with business requirements.
    Monitor and ensure that all access control procedures are effective and stringently followed by all staff and visitors, in order to maintain a safe and secure environment.
    Maintain and develop recommendations for improving emergency and contingency planning documentation including physical preparations and procedures, to support preparedness for a crisis.
    Deliver security training to staff and review security training needs in order to develop measures to meet business requirements.
    Supervise and provide on-the-job training to other staff supporting their development and high performance.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area such as Military or Police Service. 
    Experience: Six or more years of progressively responsible work experience in security management, investigations, law enforcement or related business stream. 

    Knowledge & Skills:

    Specialized knowledge of the application of practical methods, techniques, procedures and systems used in security, typically gained through technical training and work experience.
    Broad knowledge and understanding of security logistics, security administration, risk assessment and co-ordination with local authorities and local law enforcement agencies.
    Training and experience in fire and related intervention/evacuation procedures.
    Ability to manage emergency situations and remain calm.
    Attention to detail and constant vigilance in order to promptly detect any breach in security measures.
    Ability to interpret information, use judgement and inform supervisors of any incidents which might impact the UNWFP staff and operations.
    Excellent communication skills in order to maintain frequent correspondence with both, internal staff and external authorities with regards to security advisories and security incidents.
    Willingness to attend security trainings and comply with UNSMS standards.

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  • Programme Policy Officer (Data Management)

    Programme Policy Officer (Data Management)

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Within delegated authority, the Programme Policy Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

    Supervise data management team
    Review minimum data quality and data consistency requirements by activity and standardize data collection and quality assurance approaches.
    Review the monitoring data value chain with the view to make it more efficient, effective and available through targeted and innovative enhancements/automation such as use of Tableau and DOTS to visualize and monitor data quality, results, etc.
    Explore practical options to streamline partner reporting in line with corporately available tools and in consultation with field offices
    Review and update current partnerships data management SOPs
    Oversee the CO data; Needs Based Plan, Implementation Plan, Distribution Plan
    Lead the quarterly/monthly beneficiary and transfer value numbers aggregation by proposing the methodology, data collection methods and presentation of the operational updates snapshot.
    Liaise with field staff in Area Offices, Technical Units to ensure consistency of information and compliance with established rules and procedures of data compilation and analysis/ensuring that rigorous quality standards are maintained
    Consolidate monthly, quarterly internal and external reports in discussion with AOs and CO Technical Units
    Produce reports on commodity tracking by donor grant number (TDD) in collaboration with B&P, Supply Chain and reporting units by creating new visualization tools. This involves the tracking and reconciliation of commodity distribution to beneficiaries, specifically for BHA and other Donors’ grants.
    Provide the guidance and advice to AOs on food transfer processes at a partner level, including the data presentation and performance visualization to managers (Head of Programme, DCD, CD). Be the focal person for Programme working closely with Supply Chain and Budget and Programming for processes related to commodity movements and losses at a partner level, LESS/COMET food reconciliations and closing stocks for Annual Financial Statements.
    Provide guidance to support staff, acting as a point of referral and assisting them with analysis and queries.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Do you Meet the Minimum Requirements?
    Education:

    A First University Degree in Computer Science, Economics, Agriculture, Food Security, Management, International Development. An Advanced University degree and/or certifications in various programming languages, networking platforms is desirable. 

    Experience: 

    At least one years of postgraduate professional experience in data modelling, data warehousing, data integration, data mining and data quality.
    Experience with development work; Programme management with managerial experience; previous work experience in data management with WFP is an added advantage.

    Languages: Fluency of English and Somali languages (written/spoken) is required.
    Knowledge and Skills: 

    Strong analytical skills, ability to assess and take initiative; maturity of judgment, negotiation skills, oral and written communication skills, ability to manage personnel and work in a team. 
    An inherent understanding of database administration is a necessity in terms of database architectures, programming and scripting, design, implementation, repair and maintenance. 
    Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and knowledge of standard WFP systems is an added advantage.

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