Jobs Kenya

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  • Talent Management Specialist (Talent Acquisition and Talent Development)

    Talent Management Specialist (Talent Acquisition and Talent Development)

    What will you do?
    The main purpose of this role is three folds; a) to run talents acquisition & talents development prior to the recruitment of the Deputy Head of HR and b) Support the Deputy Head of HR in his orientation, induction, familiarization and takeover of the leadership and oversight of talents acquisition and talents development and c) coach, train and mentor HR Business Partners at Area Offices in talents acquisition and talents development. Support the design, development and delivery of the CO wide leadership development programme.

    In close consultation with the head of HR and in collaboration with other HR colleagues, unit managers, heads of area/field offices, contribute to defining the people/HR management plan, its process and timeline, specifically in relation to the talent acquisition and talent development activities;
    Supervise, coach, support and drive performance of the Talent Acquisition and Talent Development teams (8FTEs);
    Train the HR team members in Nairobi Liaison Office and in Somalia Country Office and Area Offices on WFP HR processes, systems, and policies and on best practices;
    Lead the semi-annual reporting in the field of Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding, Learning & Development, Onboarding and Performance Management to submit to senior management and Head of HR a status update on these strategic HR activities alerting stakeholders about the challenges and opportunities in these areas;
    Ensure in close collaboration with the teams that all external and internal HR communications and announcements are sound and inspiring for the purpose of attracting best talents and engaging WFP’s internal talents;
    Supervise and drive the improvements of talent attraction, sourcing and talent acquisition approaches, especially to attract qualified female candidates (with special attention on diaspora) to hardship locations; Supervise and drive the improvements of onboarding, performance management and engagement, especially to increase high performance, address effectively underperformance and to retain our strong talents. Coach and mentor managers in building high performing team.
    Coach and mentor the new HR Business Partners at Area Office level in any WFP HR related activity as required.
    Travel to Area/field offices related to talent acquisition and Talent Development initiatives as necessary and possible;
    Any other duties in line with the profile and expertise.

    Phase II (after the appointment of the new HR Officer NOC who will act as Deputy HR Head for WFP Somalia)

    Induct, orient and familiarize the Deputy Head of HR with end-to-end talent acquisition and Talent Development practices, processes and systems Coach, mentor, support and set the HR Officer NOC (deputy HR Head)up for success in her/his new role.
    Handover the leadership, supervision and management of the talent acquisition and talent management teams to new HR Officer NOC (Deputy HR Head) 

    Do you meet the minimum requirements?

    Education: Advanced university degree in Human Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Psychology or any other relevant field.
    Experience: Three or more years of postgraduate professional experience in the specific field of Talent Acquisition or Talent Management of which at least 2 at international or regional level.

    Knowledge and skills:

    Experience working as part of a multicultural and diverse team, and/or leading one.
    Deep knowledge of the recruiting market and trends in East Africa.
    Structured and lead multiple talent projects simultaneously to successful completion.
    Strong knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems, technology, and sourcing tools.  Experience with SAP talent acquisition platforms is highly desirable.
    Fluency (level C) in English language

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  • Human Resources Assistant G5

    Human Resources Assistant G5

    JOB PURPOSE
    To perform a range of HR tasks to support accurate implementation of WFP policies and procedures and facilitate the effective functioning of a client-focused and strategy-oriented HR services. 
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Provide assistance on general HR queries and follow up actions, to ensure consistent and high quality HR services are delivered to clients.
    Liaise with other internal units/offices on payroll, contracts, etc. and provide necessary information in order to enable timely HR services. 
    Maintain and update records on medical statistics for all the staff and their eligible dependents in the corporate system. Follow up for medical cards for staff members and their eligible dependents.
    Extract and compile HR data on staff contractual conditions, entitlements, performance and training requirements, to support analysis and reporting needs.
    Provide administrative support in various HR activities in the HR Operation officer including on boarding of new staff members in compliance with relevant processes and procedures.
    Maintain confidential personnel records, HR databases and archives, to ensure data and files are accurately stored and updated in compliance with the established standards.
    Draft various HR documentation required for the specific area of work (e.g. employment contracts, transfer letters, training-related documents, etc.) ensuring accuracy and meeting established deadlines.
    Use HR management systems for entering and updating a variety of HR data including leave management, sick leave management and ensuring compliance with rules and regulations.
    Support staff in related administrative actions including facilitation of efficient HR services enabling WFP to respond quickly to a crisis.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.
    Experience: Five or more years of progressively responsible support work experience in general administrative work, including at least two years in human resources or other related field.

    Knowledge & Skills: 

    Knowledge of general HR administrative work practices and methods, gained through relevant technical training and experience.
    Good communication skills and basic understanding of HR principles and their application in order to respond to and resolve general HR queries.
    Ability to develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of individuals in order to provide a high quality support service.
    Ability to collate and compile relevant data from a variety of sources in order to produce periodic reports for supervisor(s).
    Ability to monitor and record personnel files and documentation in an organised manner and in line with compliance standards. 

    Language:

    General Service (Headquarters): Fluency (level C) in English language. Fluency (level C) or intermediate knowledge (level B) of another official language may be required depending on the location of the post or area of responsibility.

    General Service (Field):

    Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

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  • Programme Policy Officer (Data Management) Chief Investigation Officer P5

    Programme Policy Officer (Data Management) Chief Investigation Officer P5

    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. 

     Closing Date: 13th February 2023   

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  • Nutrition Specialist (Emergency Response), Consultant, Level II Programme Policy Officer (School Feeding and HIV/TB Specialist), Consultant, Level II

    Nutrition Specialist (Emergency Response), Consultant, Level II Programme Policy Officer (School Feeding and HIV/TB Specialist), Consultant, Level II

    The Nutrition, HIV and SBP unit within the Regional Bureau in Nairobi (RBN) is engaged in the provision of strategic and technical assistance for the implementation of nutrition interventions in response to national and regional food security and nutrition crises and in the development of national nutrition capacities. Support to country office is frequently requested in line with the need to increase coverage and efficiency of nutrition programmes, especially prevention and treatment of wasting. Short-period TDY are sometime necessary to fill-in staffing gaps as food and nutrition situation
    The purpose of the assignment is to provide technical support for nutrition and emergency interventions to the nine country offices under WFP Regional Bureau in Nairobi. Nutrition integration (including HIV/TB components) is also high in the regional agenda where cross functional support and collaboration are envisaged to contribute to better delivery of services and implementation outcomes.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    Under the supervision of the Senior Regional Nutrition Advisor and in close coordination with other colleagues in the RBN, the Consultant will be responsible to provide technical advice and situation analysis to ensure integrated nutrition programme responses. The Consultant is also expected to deploy to humanitarian emergencies on short notice in support of RB/CO. Close coordination with relevant technical and operational colleagues in RBN and COs is expected along with the following:

    Take a lead role in coordinating the nutrition emergency response in support to the Regional Emergency Coordinator and to the RBN Emergency and Preparedness Unit.
    Provide technical support to ensure nutrition in emergencies interventions are aligned with WFP and global standards. Support CO engagements in cluster and/or working group meetings and discussions for vulnerability assessment, monitoring visits, missions, and other operational activities.
    Provide advice to Country Offices (COs) on the operationalization and integration of multi-dimensional approach to humanitarian access across their Concepts of Operations, access strategies, workplans and project/resource mobilization proposals.
    Monitor emerging humanitarian and food security trends and potential socio-economic and political instability to identify risks and strategies for preparedness and risk reduction before crisis occurs as basis for decision-making as well as requests for external support by the CO/RB/HQ.
    Proactively provide advice and support on mobilization of WFP resources and capabilities for an effective and sustainable emergency response.
    Provide inputs to the review of CSPs or budget revisions, ACRs, national protocols and SOPs, project proposals, guidance and policy documents to ensure technical integrity. This will include technical engagement in the CSP development process including collaboration with M&E to ensure appropriate nutrition indicators are selected and are in line with corporate standards.
    Develop and/or update key knowledge management tools on key components of nutrition in emergencies for better advocacy and programme implementation to form part of country offices’ capacity strengthening efforts.
    Perform other duties as required.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education:  Advanced University degree preferably in social sciences, public health, nutrition, food technology, medicine or other relevant field of study, or First University degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or advanced training/courses.
    Experience: At least five (5) years of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in public health, nutrition, food technology, medicine or other relevant field. 
    Languages: Fluency in oral and written in English, a second UN language (especially French) would be an advantage.

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  • Investigations Officer, P3

    Investigations Officer, P3

    THE ROLE
     
    As an Investigation Officer, you will take part in internal reviews and assessments of received complains and allegations, efficiently plan and undertake complex investigations and prepare comprehensive reports. A large emphasis is placed on coordination of the work of investigative teams, development of policies and procedures, provision of advice on best practices with respect to investigations and guidance/training to other staff. Investigations matters include Fraud and Corruption, Abusive Conduct, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and other policy violation of WFP staff and contracted partners and vendors. 
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Efficiently plan and undertake office and field-based investigations into allegations of violations of policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and applicable rules and regulations.
    Manage the workflow of individual investigation cases within the set timeframes.
    Take part in internal reviews and assessments of received complains and allegations and draw recommendations.
    Prepare reports and ad hoc briefs pertaining to investigations and, based on analysis and findings, make recommendations for corrective actions, improved controls and efficiency of WFP operations.
    Assess the potential for fraud and corruption in operational activities and contribute to formulation of recommendations to senior management.
    Provide guidance and advice to WFP employees on matters pertaining to the investigation of wrongdoing and direct staff appointed by field offices to assist in investigations.
    Regularly appraise progress of investigations and assess probable impact of investigation outcomes relative to strategies and advice colleagues.
    Coordinate with local officials, governments, and external organizations, and obtain their support such as interpreters or facts providers to facilitate investigative work.
    Effectively work and coordinate with other control and monitoring functions as appropriate.
    Contribute to the development or develop policies and procedures, and share best practices/lessons learnt from investigative work.
    Other as required.

    QUALIFICATIONS & KEY REQUIREMENTS
    Education:

    University degree in Criminology, Investigations, Law, Audit, Accounting or other related fields. Formal training and/or certification in various law enforcement methodologies/fraud examination or investigation.

    Experience:

    Five years or more of relevant, postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in conducting criminal or administrative investigations. 

    Language:  

    Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or, Portuguese (a WFP working language).

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  • Logistics Associate G6, Dadaab

    Logistics Associate G6, Dadaab

    JOB PURPOSE
    To provide specialized support functions and/or supervise staff performing standard logistics/supply chain processes and activities to enable effective delivery of goods and services for all delivery modalities.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Provide specialized support to logistics operations and activities, following standard processes and contributing, directly or indirectly, to the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
    Coordinate requisitioning and ensure timely delivery of commodities and supplies to authorised partners and destinations.
    Manage logistics vendors’ contracting activities including performance monitoring and measurement.
    Support gathering market intelligence, vendor assessments (e.g. transporters, retailers) to support vendor selection process.
    Identify, resolve and/or provide recommendations on specialised queries/requests for support, using initiative and following standard processes, to ensure timely and accurate resolution of enquiries with excellent client service mind-set.
    Prepare, monitor and revise budget for all delivery modalities, ensuring adherence to relevant procedures and in compliance with corporate standards.
    Monitor inventory management processes to track trends and account for the inventory status from source to beneficiary.
    Support oversight for commodity accounting data quality and integrity.
    Analyse operational pipeline and contribute to assessments and operational planning for all delivery modalities, to ensure that supply chain requirements are taken into consideration.
    Manage documentation processing for execution of logistics operations (e.g. customs clearance, invoice verification), take appropriate actions to resolve operational issues escalating complex issues to the supervisor.
    Perform research, collect data and conduct analysis, produce reports (e.g. CCTI, SPRs, financial closure, physical inventory, transport performance) and ensure information accuracy in corporate systems to enable informed decision-making.
    Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support logistics operations management and contribute to effective service delivery.
    Supervise the work of support staff, providing practical advice and guidance, to ensure individual and team objectives are delivered to agreed standards and deadlines for all assistance modalities.
    Support logistics emergency preparedness and response activities including Logistics Capacity Assessment and Contingency Plan update, to support WFP’s response in emergencies.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area.
    Language: General Service (Headquarters): Fluency (level C) in English language. Fluency (level C) or intermediate knowledge (level B) of another official language may be required depending on the location of the post or area of responsibility.
    General Service (Field): Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

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  • Programme Policy Officer (Resilience) (Readvertisement)

    Programme Policy Officer (Resilience) (Readvertisement)

    JOB PURPOSE
    Under the direct supervision of the head of programme, this position will support management and implementation of the WFP’s strategy for integration and self-reliance of refugees in Kakuma camp and Kalobeyei settlement.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (Not all Inclusive)
    Project Management and Implementation

    Support in field level management of WFP’s assistance for self-reliance and integration of refugees and hosts in Kakuma and Kalobeyei.
    Undertake annual planning of activities of self-reliance and integration activities of activities that enhance self-reliance and integration of in compliance with WFP standards and procedures.
    Prepare project implementation plans and detailed budgets jointly with WFP sub-office staff, government and other agencies.
    Support capacity building of WFP staff, partners, and country government to enhance adoption of good implementation practises.
    Provide guidance to support staff, acting as a point of referral and assisting them with analysis and queries on WFP’s assistance for self-reliance and integration of refugees and their hosts.

    Partnership Management and Coordination

    Support identification, development and management of potential partnerships for collaborative work leading to improved self-reliance and integration programmes.
    Ensure that WFP is represented in relevant partnership, coordination and collaborations forums with government, United Nations agencies, donors and private sector forums among others related to Kalobeyei Integrated Social and Economic Development Programme.
    Maintain calendars and records of coordination meetings held and monitor action points.
    Support processes for contracting and managing implementing and complementary partnerships

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (Cont.)
    Community Management and empowerment

    Prepare a community engagement strategy and develop regular reporting plans as per WFP community engagement guidelines.
    In collaboration with partners develop a network of community facilitators and link them to target communities to enhance project participation and ownership.
    Identify community action plans in collaboration with county government and mainstream them in regular county planning.

    Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Reporting

    In collaboration with the monitoring and evaluation focal point follow data gathering and monitoring systems ensuring that rigorous quality standards are maintained.
    Ensure the preparation and dissemination of timely analytical and period reports, and a variety of information products.
    Organise for joint project review forums to continually learn and improve project design and implementation plans.
    Prepare regular outcome progress report to document achievements and lesson learn.

    OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:
    Main outputs expected from the position include the following:

    Project implementation plans and detailed budgets developed jointly with government and other agencies.
    Project data collection, monitoring and evaluation plans on integration and self reliance based on country office plans, developed and implemented.
    Annual community sensitization plans and engament plan that enhances projecyts ownership and secuirty of farm assests.
    Reports and briefs from research and analysis on operations, policy and strategic issues to support senior colleagues and government counterparts in developing and updating policies, strategies and project designs.
    Partnerships necessary for successful implementation of the projects are maintained; WFP representation in all relevant internal and external meetings on refugee self reliance and integration is ensured.
    Resource mobilization – input for funding proposals provided.
    Reporting – prepare reports for periodic reporting by the sub office, to donors and for Standard  Project Reports (SPRs).  Draft and update info briefs/fact sheets and case studies on integration and self reliance for host communities and refugees.
    Organize and manage donor and high level missions to project sites.

    Qualifications

    University degree in Agricultural Sciences, Development Studies, Economy or Socio-Economic Developments and related fields

    Experience

    At least five years of postgraduate professional experience in supporting management and implementation of projects in the following fields: livelihoods market analysis, value chain development, resilience building, Integrated nutrition, socio-economic assessment, private sector development, urban economic development.
    Strong experience in agriculture programming and implementation in ASAL regions;
    Strong experience in community and government engagement.
    Has led a small programme team or facilitated planning and implementation a complex set of interventions to improve livelihoods and economic outcomes for target groups.
    Has participated in policy and strategy development processes
    Proven ability to take initiative, develop and execute demanding work plans.
    Ability to analyse and identify opportunities and challenges and develop and propose solutions to programmatic challenges.
    Proven ability to establish and maintain excellent working relations with colleagues and external partners and deal tactfully and patiently with different people.

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  • Finance Intern Human Resources (Social Media) Intern Procurement Intern Knowledge Management Intern Food Safety and Quality Intern

    Finance Intern Human Resources (Social Media) Intern Procurement Intern Knowledge Management Intern Food Safety and Quality Intern

    JOB PURPOSE
    Part of the finance strategy 2019-2024 is to build up team of professional staff through application of innovative approaches and beliefs in enhancing human capital as enabler to this success. Finance unit at RBN has embarked on various initiatives aiming at improving the service provision and ensuring the efficiency in transaction processing in addressing stakeholders’ expectations. The two key roles will ensure that payments to both staff and external vendors are actioned on time and accurately. In order to fully achieve this target, a little stretch is required for the staff in coming up with a standardized way of handling the processes without halting other parallel processes. An intern project will be designed along these initiatives.
    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Currently enrolled in the university and have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies; or have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate programme within the last 6 months, preferably in finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related fields or other related fields or
    Currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree) from a recognized university, undertaking the programmes mentioned above, and have attended classes in the past 12 months,
    Fluent in English (both oral and written) is a must; knowledge of a second UN language, preferably French, would be an asset.
    Training and/or experience utilizing computers including word processing, spreadsheet, and other software packages. Proficiency in Excel and fair knowledge of pivot tables. Office 365 proficiency an added advantage

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
    What you will do:

    Monitor and reconcile the RB Invoice tracking system
    Ensure weekly reports to focal person for review and onward dissemination to units for action
    Flag any issues that need resolving in the ITS system
    Support the finance associate with the vendor reconciliation process

    Ensure that the accounts for the regular vendors are monitored to ensure timely payments and reconciliations
    Follow up on statements of accounts to ensure timely closure

    Maintenance of the finance physical and digital repository files.

    Scan and maintain finance documents to digital repository files

    Maintenance and proper filing of physical finance records

    Ensure all documents are neatly filed and readily accessible when required for reference

    Parking journal vouchers in the WINGS financial system for posting
    Support the finance associate with review and preparation of financial documents for payment processing:

    Timely and accurate preparation of financial documents as assigned
    Support with the departmental reporting requirements

    KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR THE SUCCESS IN THE ROLE

    Ability to bring up innovative ideas and creative mind-set
    Ability to draft short reports
    Timely vendor payments
    Finance documents digital repository is updated
    Ability to park financial journal vouchers in the system
    Ability to prepare payment documents for processing

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  • Digital Forensic Investigations Intern Innovation Learning & Impact Intern Global Fleet Intern Enterprise Risk Management Intern Occupational Safety and Health Intern Environmental Management Intern Legal Intern Emergency Preparedness and Response Intern Communications Advocacy and Marketing Intern Technology Intern

    Digital Forensic Investigations Intern Innovation Learning & Impact Intern Global Fleet Intern Enterprise Risk Management Intern Occupational Safety and Health Intern Environmental Management Intern Legal Intern Emergency Preparedness and Response Intern Communications Advocacy and Marketing Intern Technology Intern

    JOB PURPOSE
     
    Under the direct supervision of the Forensics Investigations Officer, the intern will be provided with close mentoring, guidance and technical supervision. Performance planning and reviews as well as learning and development discussions will be elemental part of the supervision. 
    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Currently enrolled in the university and have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies; or have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate programme within the last 6 months, preferably in Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Forensics Science or related fields.or
    Currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree) from a recognized university, undertaking the programmes mentioned above, and have attended classes in the past 12 months,
    Fluent in English (both oral and written) is a must; knowledge of a second UN language, preferably French, would be an asset.
    Training and/or experience utilizing computers including word processing, spreadsheet, and other software packages. Proficiency in Excel and fair knowledge of pivot tables. Office 365 proficiency an added advantage

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Assist in providing digital forensic services including recovery and acquisition of evidence from IT equipment, preservation and management of evidence using best industry practice during investigation and archiving;
    Recovery of corrupt data, electronic mail extraction and database examination
    Assist in performing regular data mining and data analytical procedures using appropriate tools to assist in investigations
    Perform comprehensive technical analysis and interpret computer-related evidence such as e-mail, various databases, and information stored on electronic devices using forensic tools and methods
    Manage the chain of custody process for forensic evidence, as well as evidence acquisition and analysis for the NBO office
    Carry on the implementation of e-Discovery, computer forensic investigations, and related services for large data sets
    Write scripts where required to automate technical processes
    Execute designed projects on SQL databases interpretation and evidence carving
    Collect pertinent information related to Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI) cases utilizing WFP corporate database, including SAP, and available public databases
    Maintain Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI) forensic systems and equipment by carrying out regular tasks, such as: backing up data, monitoring network and systems, and peripherals, running systems diagnostics, systems updates, patch management and systems optimization, replenishment of consumables, etc.
    Act as the IT focal point for the Nairobi Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI) investigation team
    Carry out any other duty as instructed by the Forensics Investigations Officer/or the Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI) management.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
    Required soft skills/WFP Competencies:
    Core Values and Ethics:

    Demonstrate integrity and fairness
    Demonstrate the ability to remain objective, neutral and independent vis-à-vis all parties involved;
    Display cultural, racial and gender sensitivity;
    Support WFP corporate goals;
    Comply with WFP rules, regulations and code of conduct.

    Task Management Skills:

    Produce timely and quality outputs
    Exercise sound judgment/analysis
    Develop creative solutions
    Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and quickly adjust to different working environments
    Good understanding of linkages between policy and operational practices
    Resourcefulness, initiative, maturity and ability to work independently.

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  • Programme Policy Officer (Head of Field Office)

    Programme Policy Officer (Head of Field Office)

    JOB PURPOSE
    The purpose of this post is to lead a cross-functional field team, and to provide technical coordination and support to the county government(s) to incorporate disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA) for improved food security and nutrition.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    Planning and implementation

    Lead, plan and manage WFP programmes within the areas of assignment to ensure effective and efficient delivery of food assistance and that daily operational issues are timely resolved to prevent losses, delays or reputational risks;
    Provide technical guidance to the county governments in capacity needs mapping to identify gaps in disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. This may include policies and legislation, humanitarian supply chain management, food security coordination, food security analysis and monitoring systems;
    Collaborate with county government departments to design and implement programmes that strengthen the capacity of county and community institutions to prepare for, and respond to climatic shocks, and build resilient food systems while protecting the most vulnerable members, including women.
    Help the county government(s) incorporate age and gender-responsive food security concerns and climate change adaptation options into their policies, plans and budgets;
    Facilitate the integration of DRR/CCA approaches and tools into resilient livelihoods, market support, nutrition, school meals and shock-responsive safety nets;
    Coordinate targeting of vulnerable communities, adoption of new projects or approaches on sustainable, inclusive resilient food systems. Identify communities ready to transition from support and select new expansion areas in consultation the relevant county departments.

    Partnerships, Coordination and Resource Mobilisation,

    Establish and maintain partnerships at county level, and identify synergistic opportunities for collaborations for locally-driven solutions (includes private sector and civil society);
    Manage and monitor performance of partners or contractors, and verify monthly invoices before submitting to the country offices;
    Ensure WFP’s representation in the relevant coordination forums at county level;
    Contribute to preparation of funding proposals, ensuring funding is utilised according to the donor requirements/earmarking conditions, and advocate for increased investments on DRR/CCA by the county government(s);
    Plan and manage donor missions to the areas of operations.
    Liaise with technical and functional areas in Nairobi to support effective programme delivery

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
    Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Reporting –

    In coordination with M&E unit and partners, ensure project monitoring data is collected and verified, support for outcome monitoring, baselines and evaluations given;
    Generate, manage and share information and knowledge continuously, to support improvement in programme design, and learning
    Ensure regular reports summarizing key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned, are prepared and shared on timely basis.

    Team leadership and office management –

    Effectively manage the Field Office to ensure the continued development of a cohesive and high performing team by planning, organizing, guiding, distributing, and coordinating the flow of work, as well as support capacity building of WFP staff;
    Ensure that allocated resources are utilized efficiently and are in line with agreed plans, with any deviations reported to the country office;
    Make recommendations concerning recruitment, performance, and other personnel actions, ensuring staff perform their functions with the highest standards of integrity as required by the Charter of the United Nations and in accordance with the Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service, the WFP Code of Conduct

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Advanced University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: Disaster Risk Management and Climate Change, Environment, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a field relevant to international development assistance; or First University Degree with additional five years of related work experiences and/or training/courses.
    At least five years’ postgraduate professional experience in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, capacity building and institutional development, project management, emergency preparedness and response and resilience-building programmes.
    Demonstrated knowledge of the project cycle management
    Strong analytic, communication and interpersonal skills, including conceptual analysis, planning and organizational skills.
    Demonstrated ability to work with government with the required diplomacy and tactical skills to handle complex situations

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