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

Administration Intern Nutrition Business Analyst Intern Finance Intern Programme Data Management Intern Human Resources Assistant (3 positions) Monitoring Intern Social Protection and Cash Based Transfers Intern Supply Chain Intern ( Service Provision) Partnerships Intern Vulnerability, Assessment & Mapping Intern Multimedia Intern Technology Intern

JOB PURPOSE

The Administration services are a core function within WFP, that supports the organization’s goal to achieve Zero Hunger. Actions from Administration can have a direct financial, wellness, and safety effect on all staff within WFP.

The Regional Bureau has the responsibility to supply the administration services to all the staff in the office, and to give oversight to the 10 country offices under the RBN. What is required is to have a better understanding of the systems that the Administration staff need to use, what portals are available to get information, and what reports we will need to get on a monthly basis from the Country offices.

We are seeking to fill the position of Administration Intern based in the Administration Unit of the Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa.

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 Business Management, Business Analytics, Data Science, Applied Science or other related fields.
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

W Hat You Will Do

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Support in the development of a monthly administration analytics dashboard, which is to include required information for the RBN management, and for the administration unit to analyse how the COs are preforming and to identify areas where guidance and assistance may be required.
Review and identify areas of improvement/ reporting within the protocol services.
Perform an in-depth analysis to record the various systems, tools and technology available to analyse data and identify trends.
Record reports and information required from HQ, with timelines.
Record reports and information required from the COs, with timelines.
Do an analysis of protocol services, to identify areas within protocol as an Admin function, that require improvement.
Consolidate and report on administration activities to the management.
Prepare COs monthly management reports for efficient planning and decision-making.

TRAINING AND LEARNING COMPONENTS

Interaction with the Admin team which will provide opportunities for sharing knowledge.
On the job training to be able to equip the intern with knowledge and skills they need to know about the job.
Regular feedback on work progress
Mentoring by the Section Head to enable them gain new perspectives and insights in relation to Admin Functions facilitating improved job performance.
Job rotation within the Admin Section, to help them acquire knowledge about the various Admin Functional lines for a better perspective.
Over the course of this assignment, the intern is expected to develop/refine his/her analytical, presentation and communication skills.

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

Closing Date: 2022-03-14

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October 28, 2024
Human Resources Associate (Recruiter)

What will you do?

Manage allocated recruitment actions to ensure consistent, high quality and timely implementation of approved recruitments.
Carry out sourcing and outreach initiatives to attract passive/active candidates with a special focus on gender.
Ensure vacancy announcements issued are gender-neutral, attractive and inspiring to applicants.
Support employer-branding events like career fairs, employability trainings, social media content development among others.
Effectively communicate with applicants about the vacancy announcement throughout the selection process.
Ensure full administrative support is provided with the ongoing recruitment processes (scheduling tests or interviews, reporting).
Ensure timely and qualitative longlisting of candidates for open VAs under the leadership of the Head of Talent Acquisition team.
Extract and compile HR data on staff recruitment and selection, contractual conditions, entitlements to support analysis and reporting needs.
Monitor, evaluate and report on relevant sourcing, selection and recruitment data.
Use HR management systems for entering and updating a variety of HR data including reporting and monitoring various deadlines.
Perform other related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Completion of secondary school education. A university degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration or related field is a plus.
Experience: Six years’ experience in a recruiter role in a multi-cultural environment. A strong background and passion for talent acquisition best practices, sourcing and leading-edge selection tools is a must. Certified/trained in developing competency-based questions based on position requirements and carrying out independently a competency-based interview.
Language: Proficiency in oral and written communication in English.

Knowledge & Skills:

Expertise in outreach and sourcing talent. Experience using LinkedIn and job boards to source candidates.
Good understanding of key HR principles and talent acquisition best practices including CV screening, candidate engagement, scheduling assessments with candidates, interviewing, onboarding.
Excellent inter-personal skills and flexible attitude towards shifting tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to create trust with team/employees and deal with confidential information in a professional manner.
Demonstrated ability to deliver timely high-quality deliverables including writing reports and deduct lessons learned/improvements.
Proficient use of Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g. Successfactors, Taleo, etc.).
Proficient user of data analysis tools such as MS Excel and other MS Office tools.

Terms and Conditions
Contract Duration: 1 year (initial)

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through E-Recruitment.Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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October 28, 2024
Supply Chain Officer(4 Positions) (158421)

JOB PURPOSE
WFP Kenya Country Office is looking for a Supply Chain Officer -Cash-Based Assistance to be based at the Country Office in Nairobi. The officer will lead the implementation of Supply Chain Cash Based Assistance (CBA) service provision activities in neighbouring countries, aimed at the development of local markets / food systems, with the possibility of extending them to external partners or government, and supporting host country CBA operations during service provision down times. Responsibilities include design, planning and implementation of supply chain operations for Cash Based Assistance (CBA) programmes that are effective, and benefit targeted population by improving local supply chain cash-based assistance functionality. Experience in digital innovative development & implementation, and food systems are essential.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Coordinate the development and implementation, at full cost recovery, of services to neighboring COs for establishing supply chain plans for Cash based assistance and Market Development activities, in line with the global WFP supply chain strategy, global Cash based Assistance strategy, and regional/functional strategies, policies and plans, to achieve operational cost efficiency, agility, reliability, quality and to support national capacity strengthening.
Work in close collaboration with cross functional counterparts, in service requesting COs / external partners, especially the internal Cash Working Group (CWG) to align CBT initiatives and ensure that Supply Chain activities are included to increase programme efficiency.
In partnership with the Vulnerability Analysis & Mapping (VAM) team, plan and lead on implementation of market assessments to contribute to CBT feasibility analysis.
Perform in-depth market analysis and supply chain network mapping to improve requesting CO supply chain performance and plan market development activities.
Lead the implementation process of the procurement of retailers and renewal of retailer agreements and Retailer Relationship Management (RRM).
Conduct ongoing monitoring of retailers and Market Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) by analyzing reports from various data sources e.g., Retailer Performance Evaluation (RPE), VAM market price data, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) or Complaints and Feedback Mechanism (CFM) reports, Point of Sale (POS) information).
Provide accurate and timely reporting including provision of substantial analysis of supply chain CBT & Markets activities and trends to enable informed decision-making and consistency of information presented to a wide range of stakeholders.
Contribute to build productive partnerships and collaborate with counterparts in the key supply chain and Programme functions within the service requesting CO or external partner, especially Food Systems, Country Capacity Strengthening and Social Protection to ensure an integrated value chain approach to food assistance and cross-functional operational alignment.
Lead E-Commerce and Cold Chain project, which includes spearheading design, development, roll-out and scale up of WFP eShop and cold chain equipment in Country Offices.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (cont.)

Identify and build productive partnerships with counterparts amongst government and other national organizations, UN agencies, NGOs, and private sector to share operational knowledge and resources and build capacity to ensure coordinated and cost-effective supply chain Cash Based Assistance & Markets operations.
Build capacity of external partners (including retailers and local market actors) to take a strategic and proactive approach to improving retail operations or supply chain operations through provision of training and conduct capacity strengthening activities to support government authority’s development of social protection programmes.
Support the requestion CO management to motivate and develop a supply chain CBT team by providing coaching, training and career guidance as required to ensure appropriate development and enable high performance.
Contribute to preparedness actions, providing technical recommendations and guidance to monitor the management of Supply Chain Cash Based Assistance & Markets risks.
Improve the service requesting CO analytics and reporting from local and corporate data sources.
Undertake field missions to support Area Offices in Cash Based Assistance and Food systems related activities.
Build capacity of service requesting CO / external partner staff to deliver and execute on Supply Chain Cash Based Assistance & Markets activities through delivery of training and /or coaching / joint development of the requested services.
Ensure an effective coordination is maintained with RBN Logs CBT throughout the service provision activities to ensure services are implemented as per SLAs and demand plan.
Regularly report to RBN Logs CBT on the project activity status and completion.
During the service provision low time, support the hiring CO supply chain CBT activities, including capacity building of newly hired staff.
Other as required.

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 in English language.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

At least five (5) years of relevant postgraduate professional level experience in supply chain, market assessments, retail, CBT and/or related fields.
At least one (2) year of professional experience working in CBT and/or implementing CBT programmes.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
Experience in managing an area of supply chain operations including coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience in implementing operational supply chain strategies in a country.
Experience in designing and implementing supply chain, retail and partnership networks.
Experience in managing relationships and national capacity building initiatives with UN agencies, NGOs, private sector and/or government organizations.
Experience in implementing approved corrective actions to improve performance and monitoring progress.
Experience in mapping value chains and/or analysing food systems and identifying supply chain inefficiencies.
Experience in analytical, identifying opportunities, challenges and developing and proposing solutions to programmatic challenges.
Experience in managing supervising and coaching staff.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

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

Supply Chain Strategy

Demonstrates robust understanding of supply chain strategies.
Conducts analytical and conceptual work in support of strategy design and implementation.
Operationalizes strategies in own area of responsibility.

Supply Chain Planning

Leads supply chain planning within area of operations managed.
Oversees and coordinates periodic planning across functions and with partners.
Ensures consensusbased plans are in place and aligned with strategy.

Supply Chain & Networks Management

Manages end-to-end supply chain within area of operations.
Leads the design and implementation of supply chain, retail and partnership networks. Oversees and
coordinates integrated delivery of supply chain services.

Supply Chain Capacity Strengthening

Leads design and implementation of supply chain capacity strengthening initiatives within area of operations managed.
Leverages WFP’s supply chain capacities andnetworks to strengthen national value chains and stakeholders.

Supply Chain Performance & Development

Leads continuous supply chain improvement and innovation initiatives within area of
operations managed. Defines operational performance targets, monitors
performance, anticipates and mitigates risks for timely corrective actions.

The deadline for application is 07 March 2021.

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October 28, 2024
Human Resources Officer P3, Staff Relations (HRMSR)

OPERATIONS:

Review and prepare initial draft positions on investigation reports, performance rebuttal requests, and contract-related grievances from employees in line with the organisation’s policies – for review by a more senior HR Officer;
Review reports of abusive conduct lodged with HR for advice and possible intervention;
Recommend management responses, providing a legally sound basis for proposed courses of management action to allegations of misconduct, complaints/grievances, the management or employee requests for unsatisfactory performance-related issues;
Review and research previous HR historical cases and tribunal jurisprudence to guide the unit’s area of work;
Review and present initial positions and recommendations on specific cases and/or general policy interpretation issues;
Initiate administration of the contract conversion (to Continuing appointment) for the HQ General Service category;
Participate in briefing sessions on HRMSR area of work, including in the orientation programme and technical briefings on HRMSR area of work;
Participate in relevant ad hoc working for groups internally;
Keep abreast of legal and other related developments in areas of administration of justice.

ADVISORY SERVICES:

Provide advice and counsel employees in respect of rights, responsibilities, code of conduct and difficulties associated with work and entitlements;
Provide initial review and recommendations to the HRMSR Officers/Unit Chief, HR Offices worldwide on HRMSR area of work, especially on managing probationary performance, addressing abusive conduct and contract conversion exercise;
Provide initial analysis of disciplinary and employment termination issues, evaluate impact of policies on WFP and make sound recommendations to develop related policies to meet evolving WFP needs;
Research trends and systemic issues in ILO Administrative Tribunal (ILOAT) and United Nations Dispute Tribunal (UNDT) jurisprudence, and propose recommendations to HR management to address such issues;
Support HR personnel in other offices;
Provide proactive and innovative approaches to delivery of HRMSR services.

COORDINATION AND COLLABORATION:

Participate in divisional and inter-divisional meetings and working groups on related areas of work;
Plan, contribute to, and implement approved HRMSR activities;
Deliver awareness-raising on issues relating to addressing abusive conduct and other forms of misconduct.

OTHER:

Ensure the Unit’s databases properly reflect accurate statistical data on case management;
Prepare initial reports and participate in special HR/HRMSR project(s) to ensure quality control and timely turn-around of cases;
Contribute to developing branch’s work plan and ensure compliance with own work plan;
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY REQUIREMENTS
Education:
You have:

Advanced university degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial/Labour Relations or Law, or a first university degree with additional years of related work experience.

Experience:
You have:

At least five years of progressively responsible experience in the fields of human resources management, industrial/labour relations, and/or law practice.
Experience with managing industrial relations, disciplinary matters, disputes, grievances, and contested employee separations is strongly desired.
Experience in a United Nations system entity is desirable.

Functional Skills & Knowledge:
You have:

An understanding of the policy and legal implications of decisions in disputes and grievances with employees.
Ability to provide advise management in matters requiring a balancing of competing priorities and levels of risk exposure.
Good written and oral advocacy skills, as well as analytical ability, to provide support to management.
Good theoretical knowledge of the broad range of potentially contentious issues arising in human resources practice, particularly in connection with staff-management relations and the application of human resources policies, rules and principles;
Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner, including ability to draft/prepare briefing notes, presentations, legal submissions and reports and to communicate effectively orally;
Strong analytical skills and ability to independently conduct research, process information, prepare reports, and provide advice on a range of relatively complex and intricate employment-related issues, with a solution-oriented approach;
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to establish and maintain effective, respectful and harmonious working relations with all individuals, regardless of gender, national and cultural background;
Ability to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identify priority activities and assignments; adjust priorities as required; allocate appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresee risks and allow for contingencies when planning; monitor and adjust plans and actions as necessary; use time efficiently;
Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.

Language:
You have:

Fluency in oral and written English
Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Mobility is and continues to be a core contractual requirement in WFP. This position is however classified as “non-rotational” which means the incumbent shall not be subject to the regular reassignment process unless the position is reclassified as rotational. The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year.
This position is open to both internal and external candidates.
WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org) including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, visa, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.

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October 28, 2024
Data Assurance Advisor (Cash Based Transfers – CBT), International Consultancy

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications & Experience Required:
Education:

Advanced University degree in Statistics, Economics, Business or Computer Science or First Degree with additional relevant “hands-on” working experience.

Experience:

Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible professional experience in IT/technology and/or data analytics (of which four years is international).
Programmatic experience of cash-based transfers programs or other safety nets or food assistance programs are required.
Management experience is an asset.
Experience of working with government on technological solutions is an asset as well as experience of working in a WFP country office.

Languages:

Fluency in written and spoken English required.
Intermediate knowledge of French or another official UN language is beneficial.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge & Skills:

Knowledge of issues related to international development cooperation and humanitarian assistance.
Knowledge and understanding of UN’s role in humanitarian and development co-operation.
Good understanding of UN or WFP policies and programming requirements.

Competencies:

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with counterparts and staff within the office, host population, donors, NGOs and other UN agencies.
Excellent analytical skills and planning skills.
Strong capacity for learning, research and innovation.
Ability to synthesize analysis into operational and strategic direction.
Capacity to foster strong and sustainable cross-agency collaboration.
Proactive, solution-focused and client-oriented.
Good leadership and interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Under the overall direction and guidance of the Head of the Social Protection and CBT unit and in close collaboration with other CBT business units and TEC, and with a strong link to the HQ Data Assurance Team, the Regional CBT Data Assurance Advisor will have the following key responsibilities:

Advise RBN senior management on CBT assurance needs, challenge’s and risks across the RBN region, and propose cross-functional initiatives to enhance CBT assurance.
Lead the alignment of CBT assurance needs between TEC and CBT business units at the RB level and establish processes/working agreements between TEC and CBT business units to improve the oversight from business units over beneficiary information management and transfer management platforms (such as SCOPE) so that processes and systems are in line with what is operationally needed across the region, both at RB and CO levels (the latter as needed).
Establish new mechanisms and implement them at RB and CO level so that issues encountered in the field in relation to beneficiary information management and transfer management platforms are also communicated to relevant HQ units so that systems can be realigned as needed.
Map and monitor usage of IT solutions contributing to CBT assurance at CO level in collaboration with TEC and other CBT business units. Develop an understanding of how their functional data layers (people, processes and technology) are structured and take responsibility for disseminating and ensuring wider uptake of best practices, appropriate to context.
Proactively support COs in planning, design and implementing improvements to their functional data layers and for context appropriate CBT data assurance.
Partner effectively with HQ units working on the same to provide concrete guidance and leadership on data assurance issues.
Take responsibility for improving assurance knowledge management across the region and improve knowledge sharing between COs, particularly when it comes to analysis developed for specific CBT operations.
Ensure that WFP’s data assurance practices in the region are aligned with WFP’s personal data protection policy and make recommendations for adjustments, as needed.
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as requested by the supervisor.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT

Ensure that all work and materials developed during the contract are well documented and available to all relevant stakeholders.

Contract Duration: 9 Months

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contactedAll 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
IT Business Support Assistant IT Operations Assistant IT Officer -Network Infrastructure Coordinator, International Consultant IT Officer – Business Engagement and Project Manager IT Officer (Service Delivery)

JOB PURPOSE
The World Food Programme Technology (TEC) unit at the Regional Bureau for Eastern Africa has developed and is continuing to enhance and maintain a set of digital solutions to help Country Offices achieve their objectives:- The overarching goal of the TEC) unit is to continue with the modernization and utilization of enabling technologies.
The Business Support Assistant will perform administrative, financial, and information management functions for the Technology (TE)C unit and will require the ability to interpret policy and guidance to facilitate effective service delivery.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Communication, International Development, Information Technology, Information Sciences, Business Administration, Strategic Management
Experience: Two to three years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream with experience in general administrative work. Experiences working in a multicultural and fast-paced environment and in a large organization are beneficial.
Languages: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.
KEY KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of specialized common business practices and methods, gained through relevant technical training and experience.
Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software inclusive of Office 365
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with a range of individuals in order to provide a high-quality support service.
Ability to carry out basic data analysis and independently rectify problems requiring attention.
Ability to monitor and record financial transactions.
Good communication skills are required to give and receive information and work with a variety of individuals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

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

Collate information for inclusion in reports, documents and correspondence, to support the effective work of other staff.
Maintain relationships with a range of individuals through the provision of business support to assist in information sharing and service delivery to RB staff.
Process and manage routine administrative and financial tasks in various functional areas, to contribute to the effective and timely management of resources.
Ensure adherence to corporate and country office policies and procedures related to beneficiary management and cash transfers dispersal.
Create and maintain an electronic information management system on the shared space for documents, records, and databases, ensuring the unit’s information is organized and readily available for staff.
Serve as secretariat for functional team meetings.
Proofread reports, documentation, correspondence, etc., making changes in line with established guidelines where appropriate.
Contribute to the improvement of business procedures and processes. Collect and perform basic analysis of data to contribute to quality business information management.
Perform any other duties as required.

Type of Contract: Service Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months

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October 28, 2024
Procurement Associate

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Provide operational coordination and administrative services, to support procurement projects and activities, following standard processes and contributing to the effective procurement of goods and services.
Identify and recommend potential suppliers, and compile data/documents to support the selection of suppliers, ensuring standard processes are followed.
Review, record and prioritise purchasing requests, and provide support to requisitioners, in order to support the procurement of appropriate goods and services, at lowest cost to WFP.
Contribute to negotiations with new suppliers on terms and conditions of orders, alongside a senior officer, in order to obtain the best terms and lowest costs for WFP.
Prepare Purchase Orders, contracts and any supporting documentation for approval by the appropriate stakeholder, and approve purchases within delegated authority, to enable the swift purchase of goods and services.
Resolve issues related to delivered goods, using initiative, liaising with all parties and following standard processes, to ensure timely and accurate resolution of problems.
Research, collect and analyse data in order to produce reports to enable informed decision-making by Procurement Officers, and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
Manage updates and further develop databases and records, to ensure information is accurate, organised, and available for others to access, and supports reporting requirements.
Maintain relationships with internal counterparts, to support the alignment of procurement activities with wider programmes and ensure a coherent approach to meeting food assistance needs.
Supervise the work of support staff, providing practical advice and guidance, to ensure individual and team objectives are delivered to agreed standards and deadlines.
Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to support WFP to quickly respond and deploy food and needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.

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October 28, 2024
Business Engagement and Project Manager NOA IT Service Operations Analyst SC4

About the job
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Business Engagement:

Technology Portfolios:
Develop and keep updated the corporate repository of technology use at country office and regional level using the portfolio health check template, determining how effective/fit for purpose application use is.
Schedule for review applications where relevant and follow remediation efforts.
Develop a solid understanding of WFP’s solution landscape to be able to guide teams on appropriate corporate tools to use.

Field software development:

Act as focal point for field software development requests, shaping requests for teams to take to the Demand Assessment Board for scheduling.
Follow the technology development taking place outside of the TEC division across the region to ensure all is registered and abiding by the framework for software development, support and maintenance.

Project Management:

Support the roll out of corporate tools, including DocuSign and the Global Service Management Tool.
Be the first point of contact to advise and configure simple workflows in said tools.
Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
Support Product Owners in managing customer expectations for project deliverables.
Interact with various clients and various stakeholders to determine their problem statement through requirement gathering, conducting analysis of the requirement and coming up with the system specification document.
Successfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
Other duties as required.

KEY DELIVERABLES

Technology Portfolios are up to date and approved with each country office for all Nairobi Regional Bureau countries.
High risk applications with beneficiary information which are owned locally are scheduled for review and remediation. Needs are discussed and approved with local product owners.
Participate in Country Director level meetings to present portfolio healthcheck findings.
Incoming field software development requests are reviewed and scheduled in a timely manner.
Effectively facilitated inputs for and follow ups from Demand Assessment Board where needed on behalf of Country Offices.
Glass is updated with relevant information across Country Office portfolios.
Heads of IT clear on automation plans and upcoming releases.
Field needs effectively fed into global product plans.
Seen as a collaborative team member.

Contract Duration: 12 Months

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October 28, 2024
Innovation Scale-Up Advisor, International Consultancy Innovation Program Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE
Reporting to the Head of the WFP Regional Innovation Hub For Eastern Africa, you will be working with all functional units in RBN including Partnerships, Supply Chain, Programme, Evaluation, and others. You will also work with Country Offices as well as stakeholders and partners in the regional innovation ecosystem.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

Advanced Bachelor’s degree in Business, Innovation, Design, International Development or other related degrees OR First University Degree with additional working experience.

Experience:

At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in African start-ups, consulting, FMCG private businesses or innovation/entrepreneur support in the humanitarian/international development sector.
Experience building and delivering scale-up strategies for end-to-end verticals of work from within the private and humanitarian sectors, preferably at large-scale organizations

Language:

Fluency in oral and written English mandatory. Good command of Swahili; other regionally-spoken Bantu, Nilotic, or Afro-Asiatic languages; and/or French is beneficial.

Key Knowledge and Skills

Passion and deep understanding of technology innovations (e.g. mobile apps, blockchain, artificial intelligence) and business model innovations (e.g. innovative finance, crowdsourcing)
Strong networks of actors in African innovation ecosystems and a nuanced understanding of the sector and its development over the past decade
Entrepreneurial or intrapreneurial leadership experience such as starting your own company, starting a new program/department or launching new organization-wide programs. Has worked cross-functionally and can navigate uncertainty with curiosity, poise, and a solution-oriented mentality

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Ability to gather and synthesize different types of qualitative (e.g. interviews, stakeholder consultations, network analysis) and quantitative (e.g. financial/impact modelling) information to guide major strategic and operational decisions
Excellent communication/presentation skills, with the ability to write strategy documents, to develop business plans and to write and deliver presentations
Strong conceptual thinking to develop new strategies and innovative projects, especially those which are driving progress towards the SDGs
Able to interact with a broad range of stakeholders and external audience with maturity and tact

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
What you will do:
Entrepreneur Sourcing and Selection:

Establish problem statements and a call for applications with selection committee (and informed by stakeholder consultations).
Build a network of local innovation entities (innovation centres, incubators, accelerators, etc.) to ensure that the call for application is spread and reach the right innovators
Establish a strong pipeline of MSMEs and start-ups, using generic outreach to contact lists, recommendations from partner network, strategic awareness-building events & webinars, and direct outreach to recruit promising companies
Review and select MSMEs & start-ups to attend the acceleration programmes organized by the Hub
Design and execute appropriate due diligence processes for each ecosystem/country context, engaging partner organizations if/when needed

Support start-ups during acceleration programmes:

Act as entrepreneurial project manager for selected start-ups/innovation projects
Support portfolio companies by acting as an “entrepreneur in residence” to provide bespoke guidance to innovators on defining key performance indicators and milestones; product testing, technology improvements, and market-fit; distribution and scale-up strategies; financial modelling; talent strategies; investor-preparedness; etc
Support follow-on fundraising efforts by structuring third-party-verified dealbooks and executing investor-matchmaking activities and events

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (2)
Support other innovation hub activities:

Provide analysis & content preparation (data analysis on projects, market research, powerpoint presentations, briefs, etc) for priority topics and new strategic initiatives (e.g. structuring an investment fund, partnering with local investors and corporates, etc)
Participate and carry out discussions with colleagues in other divisions or external stakeholders on topics related to the Innovation Hub’s strategic priorities
Support other core processes of the Innovation Hub (e.g. fundraising, partnerships, key events, etc) as required
Support the Head of the Regional Innovation Hub as required

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October 28, 2024
Procurement Associate FT

JOB PURPOSE
To provide coordination, administrative services and research to support the efficient and effective procurement services.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply chain, Social Sciences or any other related field.
Working Experience: two to three years of progressively responsible support in procurement work and other related field.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written English. Intermediate knowledge of French would be an advantage.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Provide operational coordination and administrative services, to support procurement projects and activities, following standard processes and contributing to the effective procurement of goods and services.
Identify and recommend potential suppliers, and compile data/documents to support the selection of suppliers, ensuring standard processes are followed.
Review, record and prioritise purchasing requests, and provide support to requisitioners, in order to support the procurement of appropriate goods and services, at lowest cost to WFP.
Contribute to negotiations with new suppliers on terms and conditions of orders, alongside a senior officer, in order to obtain the best terms and lowest costs for WFP.
Prepare Purchase Orders, contracts and any supporting documentation for approval by the appropriate stakeholder, and approve purchases within delegated authority, to enable the swift purchase of goods and services.
Resolve issues related to delivered goods, using initiative, liaising with all parties and following standard processes, to ensure timely and accurate resolution of problems.
Research, collect and analyse data in order to produce reports to enable informed decision-making by Procurement Officers, and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
Manage updates and further develop databases and records, to ensure information is accurate, organised, and available for others to access, and supports reporting requirements.
Maintain relationships with internal counterparts, to support the alignment of procurement activities with wider programmes and ensure a coherent approach to meeting food assistance needs.
Supervise the work of support staff, providing practical advice and guidance, to ensure individual and team objectives are delivered to agreed standards and deadlines.
Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to support WFP to quickly respond and deploy food and needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.

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career5.successfactors.eu

October 28, 2024