Website: Website http://www.wfp.org/countries/kenya

IT Solutions Associate (Digital Advocacy & Data Services), G6

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
The Business Transformation unit provides digital assistance services to UN World Food Programme, programmes and operations in Kenya. These services include but not limited to business solution application under the freedom in a framework (FIAF) guideline; support and maintenance of existing business solution; end user training; business process automation; data analysis and support for O365 Tools.
This position is expected to deliver digital assistance services (DAS) to digitize WFP’s programmatic response, leveraging core and/or deploying bespoke local DAS solutions.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Design and implement stable reliable and effective IT applications.
Data Analytics and BI.
Produce System Specification requirements from business problems when required.
Research and suggest new business solutions and services, to support office automation.
Provide system support to users for developed solutions.
Create and maintain technical documentation.
Implement required testing regime to ensure developed systems are functional.
Developing and maintaining APIs to support data and technology integration where needed.
Respond to service requests on developed systems and incident resolution.
Ensure developed solutions follow WFP guidelines for software solutions
Any other tasks as assigned

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES
Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Coaches team in the most effective ways to communicate WFP’s Strategic Objectives to WFP team and partners in the field.
Be a force for positive change: Implements new methods or tools to improve team’s work processes and productivity.
Make the mission inspiring to our team: Maps team’s activities and tasks to specific successes in beneficiary communities to showcase positive impact.
Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Explains to teammates how each unit contributes to the overall WFP mission.

People

Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Identifies skill development opportunities such as training modules or on-the-job experiences for self, colleagues and direct reports.
Create an inclusive culture: Facilitates team building activities to build rapport in own unit.
Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Facilitates the pairing of junior colleagues with coaches within own team.
Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Proactively anticipates potential challenges and develops mitigation plans to ensure that team meets goals and targets.

Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Identifies opportunities to be creative in own work and to help team be more innovative and accurate in their respective tasks and areas of work.
Focus on getting results: Monitors team’s deliverables and provides feedback to ensure outcomes are delivered consistently and accurately.
Make commitments and make good on commitments: Provides accurate guidance to team on expected responsibilities and tasks, whilst also upholding own commitment to the team.
Be Decisive: Sets an example and provides guidance to junior team members on when to escalate issues when faced with challenging issues in the workplace or in the field.

Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units: Facilitates partnerships with other WFP units to accomplish missions in the field.
Build strong external partnerships: Sets an example and provides guidance to team on how to build relationships with external partners.
Be politically agile & adaptable: Articulates to colleagues or direct reports the value of contributing to other WFP teams and agency partnerships in fulfilling WFP’s goals and objectives.
Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Organizes, monitors, and prioritizes own and team’s efforts to ensure that they will fulfill the needs of internal and external partners.

DELIVERABLES

Business Solution Applications
End-user Training
User Stories
IT Security Compliance
User Acceptance Testing

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: First University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: Information Systems, Computer Science or Information Technology, is desirable.
Demonstrated experience working within or leading high-performance teams
Language: English

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
Experience:

At least 3 years of experience in software development / programming and maintenance.
Experience in database applications.
Experience in UML.
Experience in backend web development MVC Frameworks Experience in mobile application development

Knowledge & Skills

Understanding of test-driven development (TDD).
Strong communication skills and ability to articulate complex and technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Azure DevOps experience
Experience in mobile application development
Extensive knowledge in Object Oriented programming
Extensive knowledge in HTML, CSS, SASS or (LESS)
Knowledge in at least one of the following CSS framework: bootstrap, materialize, foundation
Working knowledge of Python, C#, Java and Node.Js or Django frameworks
Microsoft certification is a plus
Mature judgment with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Collaborative spirit able to liaise with a wide range of people at all levels

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October 28, 2024
Human Resources Officer (Capability Development)

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The Regional Bureau is looking for a highly qualified and dynamic HR Officer proficient in Learning & Development who can be deployed to support the Regional Bureau and RBN Country Offices in coordinating and deploying various learning interventions in line with the RBN Capability Development Investment Case and training calendar to close identified critical functional and cross-functional capability gaps.
The HR Officer will support skills development in the Regional Bureau and the Country Offices by coordinating and deploying WFP Corporate Programmes in line with global capability development priorities.
The HR Officer will also support the Knowledge Management and Organizational Learning strategy in liaison with the RBN Knowledge Management focal points.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

Advanced university degree in Human Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Psychology or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience or trainings/courses. Typically, one or more years of professional experience in Human Resources with an interest in international humanitarian development.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant professional work experience in providing HR services, experience in organizing and coordinating training programs and other learning initiatives within a large organization(s).

Knowledge & Skills:

Proven track record of effectively owning, managing, and delivering projects within Learning & Development.
Excellent communication/presentation skills.
Able to manipulate data on MS Excel and create impactful reports and presentations to communicate qualitative and quantitative information.
Good working knowledge of learning and development theory and practice and adult learning principles, tools, and methodologies.
Ability to partner with senior managers to understand priorities and provide expert advice and innovative solutions to support capability development goals.
Self-motivated and able to work with a high degree of autonomy in a remote/hybrid working environment.
Collaborative spirit, able to partner with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility and diplomacy.

Languages:

Fluency in English, both oral and written.
Intermediate knowledge of other UN language would be an advantage.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Under the direct supervision of the Senior HR Business Partner, the HR Officer will:

Plan, coordinate and deploy various learning interventions in line with the RBN Capability Development Investment Case and training calendar to close identified critical functional and cross-functional capability gaps.
Support the implementation of WFP corporate capability development programmes in the Regional Bureau and Country Offices in line with the corporate learning priorities and calendar.
Partner with Country Offices to develop and implement country learning strategies to support Country Strategic Plans.
Lead the development and/or implementation of locally developed learning programmes to address current and future skill and capability gaps within the Regional Bureau and supporting the RBN Country Offices.
Coordinate/lead HR Business Partnering leader led sessions for RBN and Country Offices.
Create and publish the quarterly RBN HR Engage Newsletter with relevant and engaging content drawn from different units and Country offices in RBN.
Develop and implement other initiatives to drive learning and development within the Regional Bureau and Country Offices e.g., to increase usage of WeLearn, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Learning at Work Week etc.
Lead diversity and inclusion strategy from a capacity strengthening lens and awareness sessions focusing on defining the vision and strategy.
Conduct research on latest learning approaches/ innovation and trends in organizational learning and incorporate into the skills development plans.
Prepare learning content, coordinate and/or co- facilitate the delivery of in-house learning programmes.
Coordinate the vendor identification process in close liaison with Procurement team.
Identify Continuous improvement opportunities in our processes and coordinate the implementation of approved plans timeously.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
April 7, 2022

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October 28, 2024
Environmental Management Assistant Supply Chain Officer, NOA, Marsabit and Roster Position Programme Assistant (Operational Information Management & Reporting) IT (SCOPE) Service Operations Analyst

JOB PURPOSE
The Environmental Management Assistant supports the Regional Environmental Management Advisor to implement EMS in country operations, by supporting COs to research and deliver local actions to reduce environmental impacts on a continuous improvement basis and responding to environmental challenges. This work helps WFP to systematically measure, manage and report on WFP’s environmental risks, and reduce operating costs by enabling cost-effective environmental actions in WFP’s facilities and operations.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

University degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Management, Environmental Economics, Natural Resource Management, Environmental/energy/water Engineering, Sustainable Development, or a related field
Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) highly regarded

Experience:

1-2 years’ experience implementing EMS highly desirable
Prior experience designing and/or implementing sustainability projects highly regarded
Prior experience or in connection with a UN system organization or in the humanitarian sector is desirable

Languages:

Written and oral proficiency in English is essential
Intermediate knowledge of another language widely spoken in the region is highly regarded

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Proven knowledge of at least two of the following disciplines: waste management, energy/GHG management, water management, environmental compliance, and sustainable procurement
Working knowledge of international environmental footprinting standards including the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and other environmental standards such as ISO 14001
Excellent command of MS Office; experience with communications tools is a plus
Ability to work with multiple teams from different backgrounds and functional areas and with offices in remote locations.
Strong communications skills: ability to build and maintain sound working relationships with colleagues from different units
Team player: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
Proactive and able to work independently in an organised way

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (1)
The Environmental Management Assistant will support the work of RBN’s Regional Environmental Management Advisor. Under his/her direct supervision, the candidate will perform the following dut. Support the implementation of WFP’s Environmental Management System (EMS), consistent with the requirements of the international standard ISO 14001:2015 and in accordance with the commitments of the UN Sustainability Strategy, including

Developing Initial Environmental Reviews (IER) for RBN countries, through background research, data collection/presentation and drafting text.
Contributing to the compilation and update of environmental action plans for COs where EMS is being implemented
Supporting the Regional Environmental Management Advisor to monitor and report implementation progress of EMS action plan

Provide technical support to COs, including

Assisting the Regional Environmental Management Advisor to research, plan and implement environmental projects (either within the context of EMS implementation or as stand-alone initiatives) to address WFP’s environmental impacts.Conducting research on appropriate, locally available and innovative sustainable energy/waste/water/procurement solutions
Conducting research on appropriate, locally available and innovative sustainable energy/waste/water/procurement solutions

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (2)

Support the Regional Environmental Management Advisor to develop communications material (e.g. slide decks, fact sheets, videos, articles, guidelines, reports) with environmental content
Contribute to the development and dissemination of awareness raising and training material on environmental themes and promote behavioural change
Contribute to the development of corporate tools, templates and other materials for identifying, assessing, managing and reporting on WFP’s environmental impacts
Contribute to other environmental initiatives undertaken by the Environment Unit, as directed by the assignment supervisor.
Contribute to WFP’s annual environmental footprint reporting exercise, involving the collection, review, analysis and reporting of energy usage, water consumption and waste generation data from RBN COs

DELIVERABLES THE END OF THE CONTRACT

Updated EMS action plans for RBN countries where EMS has been launched
RBN’s environmental footprint data collected, reviewed and recorded in WFP’s internal software

Contract Duration: 12 months
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS :April 5, 2022

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October 28, 2024
Finance Assistant Programme Assistant (Nutrition) Business Support Assistant (Protocol) G5

What will you do?

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Officer and overall supervision of the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will:
Assist in providing procedural and technical support to staff within the areas of finance and budget, to ensure compliance with WFP financial policies, rules and regulations.
Monitor monthly expenditure forecasts and provide expenditure reports in order to facilitate informed decision-making.
Monitor the sub-imprest bank and petty cash accounts regularly, to ensure that adequate funds are available and appropriately disbursed.
Verify vendor claims, advances and other receivables and observe appropriate procurement procedures, to ensure that suppliers are paid in a timely manner and in conformance with WFP finance rules and regulations.
Retrieve, format and validate information obtained from various financial information systems and bring any discrepancy or inaccuracy to the attention of the supervisor and follow up corrective actions.
Maintain the web-based register for all invoices and payment transfers and record paperwork, to ensure that all documents are maintained and filed in compliance with WFP standards and guidelines.
Monitor and record all expenses in line with the approved budget in order to ensure that correct expenditure costs are charged and payments to external suppliers, cash grants and other supplier invoices are processed in a timely manner.
Process Retailer invoices weekly and resolves any issues with the concerned staff timely
Settlement of retailer invoices in SCOPE after the transfer has been made to the retailer’s bank accounts
Upload payment lists into the financial service providers portal ensuring accuracy and diligence to avoid errors
Perform CBT reconciliations as required
Any other duties as maybe assigned

Minimum qualifications:
Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in finance and/or accounting is an advantage.
Experience: Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible work experience in Finance, Accounting or Audit.
Knowledge and skills:

Experience in collecting, monitoring, analyzing, interpreting financial data and generating reports.
Experience handling financial transactions
Proficiency in using MS Office applications
Knowledge of ERP systems
Proficiency in oral and written communication in English.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS :April 2, 2022

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October 28, 2024
Family Liaison Officer, Service Contract.

JOB PURPOSE
Through the Wellness Strategy, WFP has committed to providing a corporate culture of health and fostering an enabling and supportive workplace. Operating within conflict zones and hazardous environments, combined with highly mobile careers, places unique stressors on staff and their families. Little attention has been paid to the linkages between staff and family wellness, and at present, very few policies are in place outside of financial remuneration and insurance to specifically address the wellness of families. It is in the best interest of WFP to foster a sense of commitment to Wellness on the part of the staff, and a key part of staff wellbeing involves the wellbeing of dependents. The Family Liaison Officer will drive and implement programmes and interventions to address the wellness of families of staff in WFP Eastern Africa region.
This is a local national consultant position (Service Contract- SC) and eligible to Kenyan Nationals only!
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced university degree (Doctorate, Masters or equivalent) in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, Psychiatry, Clinical Social Work or demonstrably equivalent studies from a recognized institution with a focus on family systems or similar field.
Additional training or certification in a broad range of related fields, such as alcohol/substance abuse, resilience, cross-cultural communication, conflict resolution, mediation, trauma etc. will be an advantage.

Experience:

Minimum Three (3) progressively responsible professional post graduate experience relevant to the field is required.
Demonstrated experience working with families is essential.
International experience is an added value.
Languages: Full proficiency in writing and verbal communication in English, working knowledge of French or Arabic is an advantage.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentations).
Ability to identify needs and suggest and/or develop appropriate solutions.
Ability to establish and maintain productive partnerships with clients at all levels of WFP as well as external entities.
Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel
Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment
Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines
Must be an excellent team player and value working with a multidisciplinary and culturally diverse team.
Ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries and establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
What you will do:

The Family Liaison Officer (FLO) will have a dual reporting line: administratively, Family Liaison Officer reports to Regional Staff Counsellor; and technically, reports to Global Family Liaison Officer. The position will be based in Nairobi and have a regional remit. Travel is required to remote and difficult locations.
The Family Liaison Officer will drive various programmes and interventions. These would expand in scope in line with the findings of surveys and focus groups. They would include but not be limited to:
Identifying needs, advocate and implementing creative solutions to support families to fulfil the WFP goals of inclusivity and to ensure dependant’s and families feel supported wherever they are located.
Facilitating social support through local WFP FLOCK[1] groups to help alleviate the acute stress and isolation common during relocation or when families live at distance from the WFP staff member (support global Facebook group and database and the creation of local social media groups where appropriate).
WFP FLOCK (Family Liaison Outreach Community (with or without Kids): is a global volunteer network providing a community of welcome and support for WFP families with the goal of helping them feel included and supported throughout the assignment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (2)

Identifying local resources for families (mental health professionals, specialized services for children with special needs, schools, shelters, social organizations for spouses, training opportunities – language, employment networks).
Outreach and creation of external partnerships that can further improve support to WFP staff and their families.
Working across functions to maximize support to families and advocate for their needs (HR, security, admin) and acting as a liaison within the Region for family issues.
Contributing to developing family pages for the local pages of the WFP Wellbeing Platform/App and other communication platforms.
Participating in developing specific projects and programs and raising awareness on topics such as domestic abuse/ parenting.
Participating in the Regional and targeted Country Wellness Committees and advocating for family activities
Counselling services for dependents or with staff on family specific issues

RESULTS/EXPECTED OUTPUTS
As an active WFP team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly, and high-quality support rendered to WFP and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:

Needs assessment (including a minimum of 9 focus groups facilitated and one questionnaire) completed in at least 3 pilot countries.
Presentation of the Needs assessment final report at country and regional level, including programming recommendations and an implementation plan.
Creation of a minimum of 3 Local sections of the Flock.
Creation of a database of local resources for families in at least 3 countries.
A minimum of 6 local family pages created on the Wellbeing app.
6 missions.
Organize at least 6 family events in a minimum of 3 different countries

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October 28, 2024
Partnerships /Project Manager, International Consultancy Level II Supply Chain Officer (Planning & Optimization)

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition, Food Technology, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or other relevant field OR a first University degree with additional years of relevant working experience.
Experience:

At least six years of relevant professional experience in development, project management and/or school feeding.
Experience in school feeding programs.
Experience with private partnerships, preferably Rockefeller Foundation.
Experience in Eastern Africa.
Technical skills & knowledge of project management.
Monitoring and reporting knowledge.

Skills:

Strong skills or experience in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation processes.
Experience working in developing country context, preferably in food security or resilience projects or programmes.
Experience coordinating or leading a programme team or a component of a programme portfolio.
Experience in engaging in policy and strategy discussions and providing input into these.
Ability to analyse and identify opportunities for and propose solutions to programme quality improvement.
Analytical skills with ability to compile, analyse and interpret data, prepare reports and draw conclusions and recommendations.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds and to manage external partnerships.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Language:

Fluency in oral and written English .

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Under the general guidance and supervision of the Private Sector Lead, the Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Scaling up of Fortified Whole Meals in School Feeding Programs in Rwanda / Burundi as well as to help support the Innovations Hub in the implementation of school meals programmes by Food 4 Education (F4E), a local Kenya Project.
Project Management

Manage the development and implementation of project plans and activities, providing technical oversight and guidance to Country Office project focal points and colleagues, providing inputs into programmatic strategy, identifying opportunities for programme quality improvement and innovation.
Ensure a coordinated approach with wider programmes and functional units like supply chain, nutrition, school-based programmes for successful implementation and scale up.
Ensure the dissemination of learning and knowledge sharing from the project to inform corporate policies and programming that complies with WFP standards and procedures.
Plan, monitor, and prioritise Rockefeller resources to maximise cost-effectiveness, providing timely reports to the Rockefeller Foundation.
Coordinate engagement in strategic communications and knowledge management with a focus on sharing project experiences with regional and global audiences.
Improve visibility of Rockefeller-WFP activities in the region by proactively ensuring consistent and accurate programme information in all internal and external communications
Manage the preparation and dissemination of accurate and timely reports, publications, and a variety of information products for internal or external use that enable informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders
Proactively highlight strategic opportunities and issues to the Partnership Unit’s management and propose options for the best course of action to nurture trust and interest in the work of WFP.
Take responsibility for ensuring gender perspectives are incorporated in all areas of work, to ensure equal participation of women and men.
Establish new strategic and operational partnerships with WFP.

Partnership Management (WFP-Rockefeller Foundation)

Coordinate and plan monitoring and field trips to the project implementation sites and activities with Rockefeller staff, WFP Country Office Staff, and Government, to ensure programme quality and coordination.
Effectively communicate project progress and results to the donor and the other stakeholders through reports and other material to improve transparency and accountability
Strengthen WFP’s partnerships portfolio with the Rockefeller Foundation, including strategy development, partner profiling, data/trends analysis and outreach activities, with the aim to maximize resources and leverage policy and technical support for WFP’s work.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning

Support WFP’s school feeding learning agenda by designing and managing research and evidence building assignments and strengthen research partnerships for activities under the Rockefeller grant.
Oversee the development of monitoring, evaluation and accountability approaches for project activities under the Rockefeller grant with the RBN M&E unit, ensuring relevant and credible data and evidence is generated and utilized to inform the activities.
Facilitate knowledge exchange amongst country offices, regional bureaux and HQ to develop innovative approaches to better design and implement public procurement and school feeding programming

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October 28, 2024
National Aviation Safety Officer Business Support Assistant (Protocol).

JOB PURPOSE
Plan and coordinate the day-to-day aspects of aviation operations to ensure efficient, cost-effective and reliable access to remote and hard-to-reach communities in need of humanitarian assistance.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

Advanced university degree in any one of the following: Business Administration, Engineering, Computer science, Quality Assurance, Technical, Statistics or Management; and with equivalent professional operational experience in aviation, or First university degree with additional years of related work experience or training/courses.
Training and knowledge of aviation is an essential qualification, with a recognized commercial pilot, aircraft engineer, Air Traffic Controller or Flight Operations Officer license.

Experience:

At least 5 to 10 years progressively responsible, practical commercial aviation and professional experience, proficiency in Windows (MS World, Excel, Power Point), database experience, adequate knowledge and experience of aircraft technical, flight operations or air traffic management sectors.

Language:

Fluency in both written and oral English.

Skills:

Training and experience in aviation safety management (required).
Management of ECCAIRS; qualification in utilizing computers including databases, Word processing, graphical, spreadsheet and other software packages, proven interest to develop aviation safety (desirable).

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

Experience in commercial aviation with a specific focus in humanitarian air operations or food aid.
Experience liaising with country authorities to facilitate air operations.
Experience establishing methodologies for risk analysis and problem resolution.
Experience supervising professional staff and reviewing reports for accuracy and compliance with quality standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Ensure the effectiveness of the aviation safety program and data collection in the region.
Perform aviation safety and quality monitoring.
Maintain a safety management information system and database locally.
Identify aviation safety hazards and ensure that accurate reporting and internal quality control systems are in place and that all relevant records are maintained.
Perform follow-up and analysis of occurrences using the methods below:
Trend monitoring
Deep Treatment (single occurrence – investigative needs)
Precursor detection (data mining)
Risk assessment & classification (prioritisation of oversight)
Statistics
Standard reports and analysis workbenches
Remedial action monitoring
Ensure data quality, data entry and effective monitoring processes for all hazards and occurrences reported.
Enhance air transport operations’ and service providers’ reporting systems and data sharing.
Perform risk assessment and perform corrective actions on the non-conformities when required.
Disseminate significant safety information to all concerned parties.
Enhance service providers’ safety culture and promotion of safety awareness.
Assist RASO and support aviation staff in other offices.
Assist in safety and quality processes including conducting evaluations and inspections to air operators at base and field level; conduct aircraft evaluations.
Assist in the implementation of the aviation safety information system and network.
Ensure that all staff is adequately trained. Train safety and air transport personnel to use aviation safety information system prior to safety and quality monitoring and risk management. Identify any additional training needs to achieve higher working standards.
Develop a comprehensive training program for the above mentioned task.
Supervise staff as required.
Participate in temporary duty deployments-TDYs to Air Field Operations in countries within the region.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

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October 28, 2024
Supply Chain Officer (2 Positions)

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

Advanced University degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Logistics, or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
Language:
Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP’s working language, Portuguese.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This job will be based in the Kenya Country Office (KCO) and report to a senior Supply Chain Officer receiving guidance and regular feedback on work performed which is essential to facilitate learning self-development and possible assumption of expanded responsibilities. Job holders at this grade level are typically “contributors” and work closely with a more experienced professional staff member. They carry out analytical work and come up with recommendations on supply chain related matters.

JOB PURPOSE
To provide analytics and contributions to the supply chain activities or/and contribute to field supply chain operations, following an effective and integrated supply chain approach meeting the food assistance needs of beneficiaries and service provision requirements for partners.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Contribute to the development and implementation of supply chain plans and procedures, in line with the global WFP supply chain strategy and regional/functional strategies, policies and plans, to achieve operational cost efficiency, agility, reliability, quality and to support national capacity strengthening.
Contribute to country context analyses and management of end-to-end operational supply chain and retail networks, in order to support addressing operational supply chain challenges and obtaining operational optimization.
Contribute to the implementation of supply chain operations, initiatives and services to ensure a timely, cost-effective and integrated approach with core activities and services.
Collect and analyze data and put together reports highlighting opportunities for improvement and effective operationalization of supply chain within the area of responsibility.
Conduct portions of financial analysis and budget reviews, drawing out recommendations to the supervisor for maximizing use of resources and effectiveness of supply chain operations.
Partner at the operational level and collaborate with counterparts in the key supply chain functions contributing to an integrated supply chain approach to food assistance and cross-functional operational alignment.
Conduct portions of market analysis and supply chain network mapping for the review of the supervisor, to support wider analytics on the selection of an appropriate operation modalities to improve supply chain performance.
Support supply chain projects or operational day-to-day activities in compliance with the established supply chain strategies, policies, procedures and controls, and following corporate standards, contributing to quality control, loss prevention, risk mitigation and cost effectiveness.
Support monitoring supply chain activities to check that appropriate internal controls are followed to increase the day-to-day efficiencies and overall performance of supply chain operations.
Support management of service providers/vendors, port, fleet and warehouse operations to promote safe, efficient planning and execution of WFP operations.
Prepare accurate and timely reports or support preparation of complex reports, dashboards and other visual materials on supply chain activities for supervisor’s review to contribute to informed decision-making and consistency of information presented to the stakeholders.
Guide support staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries.
Contribute to preparedness actions and support quick emergency response to deploy food and resources at the onset of the crisis.

Other as required.
4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES
Purpose:

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Understands WFP’s Strategic Objectives and the link to own work objectives.
Be a force for positive change: Flexibly adapts individual contributions to accommodate changes in direction from supervisors and internal/external changes (such as evolving needs of beneficiaries, new requirements of partners).
Make the mission inspiring to our team: Recognizes and shares with team members the ways in which individual contributions relate to WFP’s mission.
Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Sets own goals in alignment with WFP’s overall operations, and is able to communicate this link to others.
People
Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills : Assesses own strengths and weaknesses to increase self-awareness, and includes these in conversations on own developmental needs.
Create an inclusive culture: Participates in open dialogue, and values the diverse opinion of others, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment.
Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Proactively seeks feedback and coaching to build confidence, and develop and improve individual skills.
Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Participates in accomplishing team activities and goals in the face of challenging circumstances.
Performance
Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Shows willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work.
Focus on getting results: Consistently delivers results within individual scope of work on time, on budget and without errors.
Make commitments and make good on commitments: Commits to upholding individual accountabilities and responsibilities in the face of ever-changing country or functional priorities.
Be Decisive: Makes rational decisions about individual activities when faced with uncertain circumstances, including in times of ambiguity regarding information or manager direction.
Partnership
Connect and share across WFP units: Seeks to understand and adapt to internal or cross-unit teams’ priorities and preferred working styles.
Build strong external partnerships: Demonstrates ability to understand and appropriately respond to and/or escalate needs of external partners.
Be politically agile & adaptable: Portrays an informed and professional demeanor toward internal and external partners and stakeholders.
Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Provides operational support on analyses and assessments that quantifies and demonstrates WFP’s unique value as a partner.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Experience in analysing operational context and trends;
Experience in supporting analytical and conceptual work on supply chain strategy and implementation;
Experience in designing plans and operational scenarios in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders.
Experience in analysing end-to-end supply chain operations;
Experience working with supply chain information systems;
Experience in troubleshooting and solving operational issues.

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October 28, 2024
Architectural Intern Food Quality and Safety Intern

JOB PURPOSE
WFP Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa has one National Engineer within Logistics and Engineering unit. The Engineer supports country offices and is also expected to carry out RBN specific tasks such as conducting oversights, guiding, and advising country offices, and reporting on projects as well as emergency preparedness.
We are seeking to fill the position of Architectural Intern based in the Logistics and Engineering Unit Unit of the Regional Bureau, Nairobi.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Currently enrolled in the university and have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies; currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree) from a recognized university; or have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate programme within the last 6 months, preferably in Architecture (AAK and BORAQS accredited degree in Architecture)
Currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree) from a recognized university, undertaking the programme 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
Experience in use of software such as AutoCAD/ArchiCAD or REVIT is required.
Experience in google suite applications will be an asset

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
What you will do:
Under the overall supervision and mentorship of the Engineer, The Architectural intern will;

Support in completion of emergency construction long-term agreements. (LTAs)
Assist in the preparation of generic drawings for most common small structures done by country offices.
Assist in the preparation of architectural concepts for some common structures in emergency response.
Assist in monthly reporting of country office projects.
Support in general construction projects management
Assist to Improve designs of most common small structures in Country offices.
Explore and assist with generating timely and creative solutions for design tasks within the functional parameters of a project, translating concepts and information into images.

TRAINING AND LEARNING COMPONENTS

Engineering module – Administration Essentials
OSH
Archibus
Environment and Sustainability.
Construction and Procurement

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP depending on the duty station of assignment (i.e. Nairobi).
WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas and related costs.
WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.

The internship duration is 8 months, full-time.
JOB PURPOSE
WFP Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa has one National Engineer within Logistics and Engineering unit. The Engineer supports country offices and is also expected to carry out RBN specific tasks such as conducting oversights, guiding, and advising country offices, and reporting on projects as well as emergency preparedness.
We are seeking to fill the position of Architectural Intern based in the Logistics and Engineering Unit Unit of the Regional Bureau, Nairobi.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Currently enrolled in the university and have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies; currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree) from a recognized university; or have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate programme within the last 6 months, preferably in Architecture (AAK and BORAQS accredited degree in Architecture)
Currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree) from a recognized university, undertaking the programme 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
Experience in use of software such as AutoCAD/ArchiCAD or REVIT is required.
Experience in google suite applications will be an asset

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
What you will do:
Under the overall supervision and mentorship of the Engineer, The Architectural intern will;

Support in completion of emergency construction long-term agreements. (LTAs)
Assist in the preparation of generic drawings for most common small structures done by country offices.
Assist in the preparation of architectural concepts for some common structures in emergency response.
Assist in monthly reporting of country office projects.
Support in general construction projects management
Assist to Improve designs of most common small structures in Country offices.
Explore and assist with generating timely and creative solutions for design tasks within the functional parameters of a project, translating concepts and information into images.

TRAINING AND LEARNING COMPONENTS

Engineering module – Administration Essentials
OSH
Archibus
Environment and Sustainability.
Construction and Procurement

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP depending on the duty station of assignment (i.e. Nairobi).
WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas and related costs.
WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.
The internship duration is 8 months, full-time.

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October 28, 2024
Programme Policy Officer (Activity 1 Manager ), NOC

JOB PURPOSE

The Programme Policy Officer (Activity 1 Manager) supports the delivery of multiple inter-related activities and partnerships through two large sub offices, ensuring coherence and quality of planning, design and implementation. WFP Kenya Activity 1 (Refugee Operations) under the Strategic Outcome 1 constitutes close to 50 percent of the Kenya Country Office portfolio and managing multiple integrated business processes is required for the effective and efficient implementation of Activity 1, as is representation to government, donors, partners and mobilizing and managing resources under multiple proposal and reporting cycles.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not All-inclusive)

The Activity Manager, in conjunction with the functional area managers, will focus on the planning, implementing and monitoring of Activity 1 programmes to facilitate the accomplishment of the relevant strategic outcomes included in the CSP. Responsibilities will include:

Contribute to the formulation of the CSP and in translating the Strategic Outcomes from the CSP into activities that will achieve the expected results.
Plan and design the activity programmes and implementation strategies for WFPs refugee operations, including planning outputs and resource requirements.
Perform day to day management of activity programmes and processes under the leadership of the outcome manager.
Provide normative guidance, technical and strategic oversight to sub offices for quality programme delivery. Coordinate with other functional units (supply chain and markets), programme technical support units (nutrition, monitoring and evaluation, vulnerability analysis and mapping, partnerships, beneficiary services gender and protection) and service units (finance, procurement, administration, security and human resources) to provide support to sub offices.
Monitor activity outputs or services delivered to ensure they meet the Country Office’s planned strategic outcomes, and is to the appropriate quality, on time and within budget. Proactively monitor overall progress and initiate corrective actions as appropriate to resolve issues.
With guidance from the Resource Management Officer and with delegation from the outcome manager, manage the activity programme’s budget, monitor the expenditures against outputs as the programme progresses and allocate food resources to sub offices ensuring these are used based on WFP and donor specifications.

Education

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience

Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other field relevant to international development assistance, or First University Degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.
At least five years of postgraduate professional (managerial) experience in designing and implementing projects across the programme portfolio including retail and partnership networks, small and medium enterprise development.

Language
National Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different.

Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives : Utilizes understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives to communicate linkages to team objectives and work.
Be a force for positive change : Proactively identifies and develops new methods or improvements for self and immediate team to address work challenges within own work area.
Make the mission inspiring to our team : Identifies opportunities to further align individual contributions with WFP’s mission of making an impact on local communities.
Make our mission visible in everyday actions : Helps colleagues to see the link between their individual tasks and the contributions of their unit’s goals to the broader context of WFP’s mission.

People

Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills : Is able to identify, support and encourage focused on-the-job learning opportunities to address gaps between current skillsets and needed future skillsets for WFP.
Create an inclusive culture : Recognizes the contributions of teammates, and encourages contributions from culturally different team mates to recognise the value of diversity above and beyond just including it in programming for beneficiaries.
Be a coach & provide constructive feedback : Provides and solicits ongoing constructive feedback on strengths and development opportunities to help develop individual skills, whilst also helping others identify areas for improvement.
Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit : Sets clear targets for self and others to focus team efforts in ambiguous situations (e.g., unprecedented issues and/or scenarios)

Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions : Thinks beyond team’s conventional approaches to formulate creative methods for delivering food aid and assistance to beneficiaries.
Focus on getting results : Maintains focus on achieving individual results in the face of obstacles such as volatile or fragile environments and/or organizational roadblocks.
Make commitments and make good on commitments : Takes personal accountability for upholding and delivering upon team’s commitments and provides assurance to stakeholders.
Be Decisive : Demonstrates ability to adjust to team’s plans and priorities to optimize outcomes in light of evolving directives, while also responding quickly in high-pressure environments, such as in emergency settings.

Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units : Demonstrates an understanding of when and how to tactfully engage other units in conversations on impact, timing, or planning
Build strong external partnerships : Networks regularly with key external partners using formal and informal opportunities to understand each partner’s unique value proposition, and to build and strengthen relationships
Be politically agile & adaptable : Demonstrates ability to adapt engagement approach in the context of evolving partner circumstances and expectations
Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships : Demonstrates ability to articulate to internal and external audiences the value that individual contributions and immediate teams bring to partnerships.

Functional Capabilities

Capability Name

Description Of The Behaviour Expected For The Proficiency Level

Programme Lifecycle & Food Assistance
Displays ability to identify the main hunger problem at the national or subnational level to design and implement context-specific programmes that integrate complex analysis and the full range of food assistance tools.

Transfer Modalities (Food, Cash, Voucher)
Demonstrates the ability to design, implement, monitor and provide oversight over effective and efficient programmes deploying different transfer modalities.
Broad Knowledge of Specialized areas (i.e. Nutrition, VAM, etc.)
Demonstrates the ability to interpret basic data in the context of WFP specialised fields to contribute to technical programme design, implementation and monitoring.
Emergency Programming
Displays ability to translate understanding of programme principles in emergencies and protracted conflict situations into relevant, effective, and context specific approaches
Strategic Policy Engagement w/ Government
Develops thorough recommendations using multiple inputs (e.g., government counsel, research, own experience) to strengthen national or subnational entities and government owned food and nutrition security programmes..

Other Specific Job Requirements

Has led a Sub Office or a small country/area office programme team or a component of a country office programme portfolio.
Has engaged in policy discussions and provided input into policy decisions.
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.
Experience in managing diverse interests and perspectives and build consensus.

Desired Experiences For Entry Into The Role

Strong technical abilities in emergency operations and ability to influence strategic, policy and operational discussions.
Proven capacity to conduct policy and programme analysis and to successfully engage in policy and programme dialogue.
Good analytical skills, resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgement, tact, negotiating skills.
High capacity for organization and coordination, as well as an ability to work with a high degree of independence in a team environment.
Demonstrates the ability to incorporate technical information into policy and strategy formulation and into programme design and implementation, and to appropriately communicate it internally and externally.
Experience leading teams in strategic discussions.
Experience working in a multi-donor environment.
A willingness to travel frequently, often to remote areas; ability to cope with situations, which may threaten health or safety; flexibility in accepting work assignments outside normal desk description.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
The World Food Programme DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
WFP embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in all ways.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and merit.
Applicants profile MUST match the C.V attached. Any discrepancies between the C.V and the profile will lead to automatic disqualification

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

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October 28, 2024