Jobs Kenya

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  • Programme Associate (Community Resilience), SC6 – 2 Positions Business Support Assistant (Resilience), SC3 – 6 positions

    Programme Associate (Community Resilience), SC6 – 2 Positions Business Support Assistant (Resilience), SC3 – 6 positions

    JOB PURPOSE

    To effectively contribute to this transformation, WFP will focus on three pillars of collaboration with UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees), the government and other key partners. Firstly, WFP will transform its refugee operations design from a primarily humanitarian focus to one that encompasses humanitarian, development, and peace-building elements. Secondly, WFP will optimise food systems to enhance livelihood opportunities. Finally, WFP will transform existing assistance modalities and approaches such as cash-based transfers, and social protection to catalyse the transition.
    WFP will leverage its long-standing relationships with the government, UN partners, NGOs, targeted communities, and county governments to implement this strategy through WFP initiatives, joint UN programs, and other collaborative efforts. Additionally, WFP will explore greater engagement with the private sector to increase investment in refugee-hosting areas. Recognizing the risk of inadequate funding and the need for coordinated action among stakeholders, WFP will also play a key role in advocating for the advancement of the transition agenda.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    Under the direct supervision of the Programme Policy Officer – Resilience, this position will provide specialised operational and technical support to  WFP Kenya’s programme for the resilience and integration of refugees and local communities.

    Provide technical support and assist in the development and implementation of resilience-building activities targeting refugees and host populations in and around settlements and refugee camps while aligning with WFP programme policies and guidelines.
    Coordinate and actively monitor progress and performance of resilience and food system project activities including training of farmers, post-harvest handling support, productive asset creation (water dams/pans, borehole or shallow well, market linkage assistance, among others) to ensure deadlines and targets are met.
    Participate in developing and reviewing of crop, fodder, and livestock extension including social and behaviour change communication messages/ guidelines.
    Coordinate engagement with target smallholder farmers, producer groups, and agro dealers/ stockists, regularly to identify resilience and food system’s needs, possible solutions, anticipate challenges and ensure smooth communication 
    Support in fostering relationships and communication with relevant stakeholders/ mechanisms, such as cooperating partners (where applicable), food security and livelihood working groups, relevant NGOs, civil societies and community leaders and project target groups in Dadaab/Kakuma.
    Support in coordinating and liaising with internal counterparts to enable effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing and upcoming resilience project activities.
    Gather, and collate information, prepare input for reports, perform data analysis and highlight trends/issues ensuring deliverables adhere to corporate standards and quality control within set timelines.
    In consultation with the other project associates and the supervisor(s)  develop and oversee the implementation of participation community action planning processes to enhance project ownership and security of established community resilience building assets.
    Support the capacity building of WFP staff, and other actors on resilience building, food systems, agriculture, markets and market systems, agro-value chains, climate change and adaptation and other thematic areas as may be defined in the food resilience and systems projects.
    Support organization and management of donor and high-level visits and missions to project sites assigned to him/her.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education:

    A certificate of secondary school education, preferably supplemented by technical qualification and/or university degree  in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agronomy, Agricultural Education and Extension, Engineering (Environmental Engineering, Agriculture Engineering), Food Security, Animal Science/ Animal Production, Range Management, or other field relevant to international development assistance
    Experience: At least 5 or more years of progressively responsible work experience in supporting programme management. Experience in implementing resilience building activities in arid and semi-arid areas. Experience working with organizations that have medium to large food security and agriculture portfolio and longer-term projects.

    Knowledge and skills:

    Extensive knowledge of Kenya’s refugee context.
    Understanding of food system concepts and their application to programme design and implementation in different contexts.
    Knowledge and experience in implementing programmes in agriculture value chain/ food security/ natural resource management.
    Knowledge on participatory community engagement approaches such as participatory rural appraisal, participatory learning and action, community managed disaster risk reduction.
    Knowledge on broader aspects of agricultural extension methodologies such as farmer/pastoral/ agro-pastoral field schools, demonstrations.
    Deep understanding of project cycle management (PCM) including design, planning, implementation, monitoring and adaptation.
    Deep understanding on monitoring technical activities related to production, post- harvest losses, and market linkages with smallholder farmers and/or co-operatives.
    Broader understanding of cross cutting issues in humanitarian and development programming such as conflict sensitive programming, nutrition sensitive programming and gender sensitive programming.

    FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
    Capability Name    Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level
    Programme Lifecycle & Food Assistance    

    Demonstrates ability to identify key variables and contextual factors that affect food assistance problems and programmes throughout the lifecycle to inform quality programme design or re-design.

    Transfer Modalities (Food, Cash, Vouchers)  

     Demonstrates ability to implement, under guidance, food assistance programmes deploying the full range of transfer modalities with an understanding of basic principles guiding modality selection and implementation.

    Broad Knowledge of Specialized Areas  

     Understands basic technical concepts and data and their relevance to food assistance programmes.

    Emergency Programming  

    Displays capacity to provide inputs into the development, implementation and realignment of high quality emergency programmes.

    Strategic Policy Engagement w/Government    

    Understands and applies basic principles of engagement with government counterparts at the national or local level.

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  • Humanitarian-Military Interaction Lead, P4

    Humanitarian-Military Interaction Lead, P4

    THE ROLE

    The current state of humanitarian response is characterized by more frequent natural disasters, including the potential global impacts of infectious disease outbreaks, and the increasingly protracted nature of the most severe conflict-driven crises. At the same time, states are more frequently relying on the capacity of their security and military services to support domestic civil protection operations, as well as non-traditional roles such as pandemic response tasks, the misrepresentation of ‘humanitarian assistance’ for political/military objectives and oversees emergency response operations. Due to its mandate, operational presence, and size, WFP is consistently operating in these spaces, where military and other armed actors are present in a variety of roles. As a result, WFP has developed a more robust internal civ-mil coordination capacity to manage interactions appropriately and coherently in a principled, appropriate, and effective manner with militaries and other armed actors.
    The Head of the HMI unit will provide technical oversight and management to the global HMI team, and ensure WFP maintains a coherent, reliable, and principled approach to interaction with militaries and other armed actors, providing support to all offices (COs, RBs, LOs, and HQ). This role is cross-functional and inter-disciplinary, it will rely on effective engagement and coordination with expertise across HQ departments, divisions, and units (incl. Security, Supply Chain, and Emergencies) and close collaboration with key-stake holders in RBs and COs. The HMI unit is responsible for the overall strengthening of WFP’s internal understanding of core interagency/international principles, frameworks and norms related to principled interaction with militaries; and, providing targeted support, in the area of HMI, to WFP offices and leadership as they design, develop and implement emergency response strategies and activities.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    Under the supervision of the Chief of Operational Access and Humanitarian-Military Interaction, managing the work of the HMI Unit, the Head of HMI will be responsible for, but not limited to:
    Governance:

    Oversee the implementation of the HMI portion of the OA/HMI 3-year strategy;
    Provide strategic guidance for the development of annual workplans, as well as overseeing the human resource requirements of the team;
    Support the Branch Chief and, the Deputy Director of Emergencies (Operations) with budgetary exercises and expenditure tracking.
    Provide direct support, technical/expert advice and information to WFP leadership on civ-mil related matters (including Mine Action), as requested;
    Represent, with Senior HMI Advisors, WFP in various global level interagency, NGO, or military led fora;
    Coordinate/Develop HMI related information for both internal and external audiences, and ensure the consistency and accuracy of information and corporate messaging on HMI related topics;
    Act as the WFP HQ focal point for the UN CM-Coord (inter-agency Civil -Military Coordination forum) programme of work.

    Support Field Operations:

    With the HMI Operations Officer, provide day-to-day guidance and support to the HMI team globally;
    Oversee the identification, for RBs and COs, of technically proficient emergency HMI surge staff;
    Maintain a roster of appropriate candidates for longer term support to critical WFP emergency operations (in-line with broader EME surge work force planning).
    Deploy to WFP emergency operations to support in the establishment/strengthening of the relationship with local military actors (and the larger security sector) to support WFP operational and corporate goals in a principled manner.

    Operational Partnerships:

    Represent HMI in the internal WFP Technical Access Cell, which is charged with which is a HQ level coordination platform for technical Humanitarian Access activities.
    Provide inter/intra divisional support in strategic planning and facilitating the divisions’ ability to implement those plans;
    Represent WFP as/when needed in inter-agency civ-mil meetings, conferences and technical/working-level discussions; and ensure WFP’s position/interests/concerns are reflected in interagency guidance, policies, doctrine, related to civ-mil coordination;
    Act as the HMI representative when working intra-divisionally (Security, Supply-Chain, Programme Policy), to ensure effective planning and cross functional engagement on operational issues;
    Facilitate and supervise the HMI Training Officer with the roll-out of the HMI residential training course on humanitarian-military operations.
    Support/guide the growing interest in civ-mil related research across academic, research and policy institutions.

    Other:

    Actively engage with COs, RBs and within HQ to assess emerging and evolving risks for humanitarian early warning and identify gaps in preparedness, alerting decision makers on emerging risks, proposing integrated early actions to enhance readiness (early action);
    Contribute to stakeholder mapping and actor analysis for scenario building and early warning;
    Perform other related duties as required.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS
    Education:

    Advanced university degree, or a university degree with experience in development or humanitarian affairs.

    Experience:       

    At least eight years of relevant progressively responsible experience in complex emergency response contexts.
    Minimum 5 years of experience related to Civil-Military Coordination. Experience with international crisis response is desirable, as is familiarity with international humanitarian architecture and policy frameworks; project planning and activity management.

    Language:

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

    MORE ABOUT YOU

    Demonstrated high level of technical knowledge within the area of expertise;
    Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with other UN agencies in the context of inter-agency collaboration;
    Previous experience working in the HMI/ civil-military environment (Including Mine Action);
    Has gained substantial experience in humanitarian operations roles with a good knowledge of WFP’s organizational policy and procedures related to programme and emergency operations and an general understanding of supply chain (logistics and pipeline);
    Has actively supported and been engaged in medium to large scale emergency operations and has led or participated in strategy planning with a mid-size, moderately complex country of equivalent environment;
    Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including substantive analysis and report writing;
    Solid and proven managerial experience through the recruitment and management of multi-cultural teams;
    Demonstrated experience and leadership in a variety of contexts, including in emergencies and/or hardship duty stations, working under pressure;
    Good working knowledge and experience with MS Office and other standard WFP programmes.

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  • Internal to UN – Communications Officer NOC, Nairobi

    Internal to UN – Communications Officer NOC, Nairobi

    JOB PURPOSE

    Develop engaging communications materials and identify innovative ways to actively involve Kenyans in WFP’s ‘changing lives to save lives’ agenda.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)
    People Management:

    Manage an efficient communications team. Maintain regular in-person briefings with team members and identify efficient ways to share information within the team. Build the capacity of team members by developing work plans and monitoring performances against objectives.
    Actively participate in the country office leadership team.

    External Communications:

    Develop and implement strategic communications products such as news releases, media messages, talking points, opinion pieces, human-interest stories, videos, stills images and social media campaigns to support the CO Communications and Advocacy Strategy and fundraising initiatives.
    Expand WFP’s reach in Kenya by exploring new and innovative channels, such as English and Kiswahili radio and TV stations, to tell WFP’s ‘changing lives to save lives’ story in ways that resonate and engage with Kenyan audiences.
    Monitor all media and social media platforms to identify and manage reputational risk. Respond to questions from media and act as organizational spokesperson when required.
    Write and implement a social media strategy which uses compelling multimedia content to engage with stakeholders such as UN partners, donors, media, national and county governments, implementing partners, public audiences and the people we serve.

    Internal Communications:

    Support the Country Director’s (CD) office by ensuing all communications and advocacy messaging is aligned. Provide visibility of the CD’s activities by creating and sharing a variety of multimedia content in a timely manner.
    Ensure that all country office personnel are familiar with the CO communications and advocacy strategy and how their work can contribute to its success.
    Build the capacity of country office management and programme teams in all aspects of communications by providing advice, guidance, and training to ensure consistent and high-quality communications products.

    Community Engagement:

    Support WFP programme teams to effectively communicate with the people we serve by overseeing the production of a range of creative communications products such as radio broadcasts, audio recordings, animations, motion graphics, posters, signboards, and bulk SMS.
    Perform other duties as required.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education: 

    Five (5) years post graduate professional experience with Master’s degree in journalism, International Relations, Public Relations, Communications or other relevant field,

    OR

    Seven (7) years of post-graduate relevant experience with a university degree in Journalism, International Relations, Public Relations, Communications or other relevant field.
    Language: International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English and Kiswahili languages.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    At least 7 years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in communications and advocacy preferably in the humanitarian or development sector.
    Proven experience in developing and implementing a range of creative communications products and implementing them in strategic ways.
    Has established working relationships with Kenyan journalists and media outlets.  
    A strong communicator, able to present complex information in clear and engaging ways in both English and Kiswahili.
    Experienced in the design and management of social media content and social media campaigns.
    Experience working in both development and emergency contexts is an asset.
    Has managed small teams of staff to deliver innovative communications products.

    FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
    Capability Name    
    Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level
    Media and Influencer Relationship Management    

    Demonstrates ability to formulate and maintain strong relationships with key media and influencers. Leads in implementing identified strategy to raise the profile of WFP, build relationships and further organisational aims.

    Media and Communication Expertise    

    Provides guidance to team members in facilitating open and informative verbal and written communication between media and influencers. Directs a team in the preparation of tailored written reports, presentations materials.

    Specialised Knowledge in Communications    

    Uses sound theoretical knowledge of communications concepts to generate or facilitate the generation of effective communication materials across various media. Applies this to define work plans aligned to identified areas of WFP’s communications strategy.

    Sociopolitical Contextual Understanding    

    Demonstrates deep understanding of the multilateral/interagency environment and the dynamics in which WFP operates which influences approach to working, policy development and decision making.

    Communication Strategy and Planning    

    Applies advanced understanding of WFP communications strategy and best practice to effectively develop strategies to engage with media and other significant external stakeholders within area of responsibility. Oversees implementation, providing recommendations for improvement.

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  • Cash-based Transfers CST level I Roster

    Cash-based Transfers CST level I Roster

    JOB PURPOSE:

    As a Cash-based Transfers (CBT) Consultant, your role will help to save and change people’s lives by supporting countries to deliver high-quality cash transfer programmes. You will do that using the most appropriate methods, putting people at the center, and implementing cost efficient and effective Cash Policy phases.
    To be successful in your role, you need to be able to think innovatively, analyse options and risks, be flexible/adaptable and work collaboratively to achieve successful outcomes together. As you may also work in hardship duty stations, staying focused and calm while under pressure and having a resilient mindset are essential to make a difference towards achieving Zero Hunger.
    At WFP, we believe that HOW we deliver on our objectives is just as important as WHAT we deliver. Therefore, you will be expected to act in a manner that always upholds the WFP values and Leadership Framework. In line with our WFP Cash Policy Guiding Principles, you will contribute to the achievement of the Cash Policy Outcomes, supporting governments, donors, and partners in their increasing use of cash transfer programmes to provide income support to the most vulnerable people and to keep money flowing in national economies.
    Depending on the location of where support is needed, you could work in Country Offices and Regional Bureaus. You will likely report to a Head of Programme, Chief or relevant Director.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Provide technical specification for the formulation of WFP-wide CBT programme policies in line with both organizational strategy and the practical realities of operating in the field.
    Contribute to the design and development of innovative CBT programmes that are people-centered, prioritize women and are responsible to people’s changing needs and preferences.
    Support the identification, development and management of potential partnerships to enhance understanding of markets and the local financial context and strengthen government community ownership.
    Contribute to the implementation of the IDM standards with regards to collecting, storing and managing people’s personal data.
    Support with research and analysis the implementation of the Cash Assurance Framework and identify gaps in controls’ strengthening, monitoring systems, risk mitigation measures and assurance action plans of CBT activities providing inputs for optimization.
    Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely data reports enabling informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders
    Analyse the track payment instruments and provide reports to senior management for endorsement of confirmed transfer value to ensure accountability
    Support the design and development of functional trainings in collaboration with HQ stakeholders to enhance the capacity of WFP staff, Field resources, government and partners to design cash programmes
    Contribute to an equitable and inclusive workplace which incorporates all dimensions of WFP diversity
    Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries
    Track the use of assigned financial resources providing reports to facilitate maximization of the allocated financial resources

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
    Education:

    University degree (Master or higher recognized by https://www.whed.net/home.php) in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Sciences, Business Administration, Information Systems, Public Policy or any other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience.

    Experience:

    Between 3 and 5 years of postgraduate and relevant progressively responsible professional experience demonstrating high performance in cash programming, digital financial inclusion, digital payment solutions, economic empowerment, economics, humanitarian programming, within the private and/or public sector.
    Experience in the design, set-up, implementation and monitoring of transfer modality systems (in-kind food and cash-based transfers)
    Experience supporting the setting-up and running of field Cash operations or Cash emergency operation.
    Experience managing a Sub Office or a small country/ area office programme team or a component of a country office programme portfolio.
    Experience engaging in policy discussions and providing input into policy decisions.
    Coordination skills and the ability to work across different business functions in WFP.
    Experience working across the Program portfolio including Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping (VAM) / Nutrition is advantageous.

    Language:

    Fluency (level C) in English with an intermediate or fluent knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish and Portuguese) is desirable.

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  • Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer (Head of Area Office Central), NOD, Isiolo

    Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer (Head of Area Office Central), NOD, Isiolo

    JOB PURPOSE

    To lead and manage a large WFP Field Office to ensure the effective and efficient management of human and financial resources and delivery of WFP programs and activities. A large emphasis is placed upon building and maintaining relationships with local governments, UN agencies, donors and other partners in the area to reinforce WFP’s visibility.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Contribute to the development of Country strategies, policies and programmes to ensure that local needs inform country-wide planning.
    Support promotion and deployment of WFP’s corporate/CO initiatives, strategies and directions.
    Hold accountability for effective management of WFP operations within the area of assignment to ensure timely and effective deployment of food assistance programmes.
    Effectively manage the Field Office to ensure transparent and efficient people management and the continued development of a cohesive and high performing team.
    Ensure efficient use of financial resources for achievement of set objectives.
    Hold accountability for security of WFP staff, operations, premises and assets in the Field Office to ensure that WFP security and safety standards are locally set and followed. Actively participate and contribute to the Area Security Management Team (ASMT).
    Hold accountability for close collaboration with governments and other partners in identifying where assistance can be usefully employed at the local level and ensure provision of support and technical expertise for the planning, formulation and implementation of food assistance programmes, including advice on the context-specific transfer modalities (food, cash or vouchers).
    Hold accountability for timely monitoring and evaluation activities and for accurate and comprehensive analysis and reports on WFP operations and performance to inform operational planning and decisions.
    Forge and nurture external partnerships to improve assistance packages, develop and sustain liaison with local government authorities, international and local NGOs, civil societies, UN agencies, donors, beneficiaries and other partners and media engaged in the field of food security.
    Engage with beneficiaries, inspect storage places and points where WFP commodities are received, in order to ensure compliance with WFP policies and that progress is made in the achievement of project objectives.
    Take responsibility for an equitable and inclusive workplace which incorporates all dimensions of the WFP diversity and inclusion framework.
    Other as required.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education and Experience: 

    Advanced University degree in Economics, International Development, Social Sciences or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
    At least eight (8) years of postgraduate professional experience with increasing responsibilities in the humanitarian and development sector in a bilateral, multilateral or nongovernmental organization. Proven experience in building synergies among units, projects and regions.

    Language: Fluency (level C) in English language.
    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Has developed, or supported in the development of, complex and multi-discipline work plans to support the achievement of WFP strategic aims within a broad area
    Has gained substantial experience in complex field operations, preferably in a hardship duty station or emergency situation.
    Has field experience via field rotations or working in a sub-office, and through field postings.
    Gained experience of extensively analysing complex political situations, assessing risk accurately and inputting assessments into Area or Country Office risk assessments.
    Gained broader exposure across areas within a function (i.e. policy, programme etc.).
    Has gained experience managing large financial budgets, balancing multiple complex priorities effectively.
    Has experience leading a large, multi-discipline team to ensure the effective delivery of objectives.
    Participated in a complex vendor/government/ partner negotiation in support of Country, Regional or Functional level strategic plans.
    Participated in a large-scale emergency operation/ development programme.
    Has broad experience with security co-ordination and compound management within a larger area.

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  • Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer (Naconek Climate), NOB Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer (Refugee Assistance Transition), NOB Internal to UN – PPO (Analytics – Food Assistance Pipeline, Budget and Programme Data), NOA Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer (Agricultural Engineer), NOB

    Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer (Naconek Climate), NOB Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer (Refugee Assistance Transition), NOB Internal to UN – PPO (Analytics – Food Assistance Pipeline, Budget and Programme Data), NOA Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer (Agricultural Engineer), NOB

    JOB PURPOSE
    To provide support to policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs.
    The candidate will be seconded on behalf of the UN World Food Programme (WFP) to the National Council for Nomadic Education in Kenya (NACONEK) to advise Government on climate action in the context of school feeding and government’s roadmap to scale up the national school feeding programme from 2.3 million children to 10 million children by 2030 and introduce a new climate-friendly approach to home-grown school feeding.
    This new climate-friendly approach aims to enhance the number of learners in schools through access to school meals, while cushioning Kenya’s communities in arid and semi-arid lands from the adverse effects of climate change to build their resilience. It will promote local procurement of food for school meals from smallholder farmers, the uptake of drought-resistant crops and climate-smart agricultural practices, the adoption of green energy solutions for school infrastructure and school kitchens, among others.
    To provide support to policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)

    Provide advisory support to the Ministry of Education and NACONEK on climate-specific issues to inform Kenya’ climate-smart approach to school feeding, as part of the scale-up of Kenya’s national school meals programme, in coordination with WFP Kenya’s Coordinator on School Meals Programmes and guidance from WFP Kenya’s Head of Country Capacity Strengthening.
    Identify climate risks, as well as opportunities for integrating climate action into the design of Kenya’s programmes on school feeding. This will include consultations and advisory support in the areas of home-grown school feeding, local procurement, promotion of drought-resilient crops through menu selection, green energy solutions for school infrastructure and kitchens. Specific Climate-specific expertise will be needed in terms of climate mitigation, adaptation, and climate financing.
    Identify and explore opportunities for resource mobilization to support Kenya’s roll-out of their climate-friendly approach to school feeding through climate financing options.
    Contribute towards the development of Government’s projects, plans, and processes for the roll-out of the national school meals programme and climate-friendly approach to school feeding as a key pillar of that, ensuring alignment with wider programme policies and guidance.
    Provide project management support to specific and defined programmes and projects of considerable size/complexity, ensuring a coordinated approach with wider programmes that complies with WFP standards and procedures.
    Develop and coordinate data gathering and monitoring systems ensuring that rigorous quality standards are maintained. This will include the integration of climate-sensitive indicators in the M&E toolkit to ensure that climate-related matters are tracked and taken into account for future programme steering decisions.
    Research and analyze a range of policy and operational issues to inform the  development of policies, programmes, and activities. This includes ensuring that policy analysis as well as operational issues in school feeding are sensitive to climate context in Kenya and appropriate measures are integrated into the reports, plans and programmes within the SF space.
    Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reporting on Kenya’s school meals programmes and activities that enable informed decision making  and  consistency  of information presented to stakeholders. This includes making sure that agreed climate indicators and processes are tracked and reported on in various SF reports.
    Liaise with internal and external counterparts to ensure effective collaboration, monitor ongoing projects, and highlight potential risks to project delivery.
    Support the identification, development, and management  of  potential partnerships to collaborative working leading to enhanced support for Kenya’s scale-up of their national school feeding programme. This includes conducting a mapping of critical stakeholders in climate sector to enhance partnerships and synergies.
    Support the capacity building of WFP staff, partners, and national government to prepare for and respond to food assistance needs, e.g., through  providing inputs into training materials.
    Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries.
    Engagement in regular consultation meetings and task forces to inform Kenya’s roll-out of climate-friendly school feeding programme.
    Other as required.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education and Experience:

    Three (3) years post graduate relevant professional experience with Master’s degree in Environmental Management, Climate Change, Environment and Development, or International Development and Politics.

    OR

    Five (5) years post graduate relevant professional experience with a first university degree in Environmental Management, Climate Change, Environment and Development, or International Development and Politics.
    Experience in working with governments and international development and humanitarian organizations in a technical advisor function.
    Demonstrated leadership in implementing programmes.
    Demonstrated experience in providing advisory support to governments or development partners on issues of climate action and climate mainstreaming in development policies and programmes, food systems and safety nets.

    Knowledge and Skills:

    Has deepened technical knowledge through exposure to technical teams.
    Has provided input into policy discussions and decisions.
    In-depth understanding on school feeding and safety nets and their impact on addressing vulnerabilities and issues of food security and nutrition.

    Language: Fluency in both oral and written English.

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  • Shipping Assistant, SSA4, Mombasa Internal to UN – PPO (Changing Lives, Humanitarian Devpt Transition) Driver, G2, Mombasa

    Shipping Assistant, SSA4, Mombasa Internal to UN – PPO (Changing Lives, Humanitarian Devpt Transition) Driver, G2, Mombasa

    JOB PURPOSE

    The Shipping Assistant will provide broad cross-functional support in a specific business stream and encompass both administrative and operational support responsibilities.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Monitor vessels expected time of arrival and in consultation ULEASES tool and shipping lines, prepare Weekly Shipping report and circulate to other WFP Offices and partners.
    Receive and record all incoming shipping documents for the expected vessels and check if they are in good order. In case of any missing document or error to promptly follow up with shipping Load Ports Forwarding Agents, keeping shipping HQ in copy.
    Share shipping documents for the expected arrivals with the nominated Clearing & Forwarding Agents, Superintendent, Protecting Agent and other notify parties for timely clearance of cargo from port.
    Draft and sent out shipping correspondences such as Letter of Instruction to clearing agents, superintended and other parties, waivers for any irregular charges by authorities or shipping lines or as may be required for smooth operation.
    Organize and participate vessel pre-arrival meetings for chartered ships including Somalia Time charter, days before vessel arrivals to ensure all parties are ready for sooth discharge / loading operation.
    Constantly follow up with Clearing and Forwarding agents on customs documentation processing for commodity delivery/dispatch/ export or re-export and update other WFP colleagues on the readiness for cargo loading/railage and coordination.
    Follow up GCMF sales and coordinate customs documentation with clearing agent for re-export.
    Make physical visits to customs offices and Port Authority to try and unlock any deadlocks encountered by Clearing & Forwarding Agents during documents processing through Customs.
    Maintain proper filing of shipping documents for easy of retrieval and reference; these include all correspondences and documents related to ships in their respective ship files attaching the superintendence reports.
    Access and update Vessel Arrival dates, Discharge Commence dates & Discharge Completion dates on real-time basis.
    Support on container and charter vessel allocation to different clearing agents and maintain a tracking report for the same.
    Coordinate the update of daily and weekly shipping reports done by clearing agents and cross-check for accuracy.
    Assist in preparing and producing various ad hoc reports that may be requested by management occasionally.
    Assist in digitalization and streamlining of shipping unit data for easy update and reference.
    Undertake cross – functional role to support vessel discharge and Time Charter loading at the port.
    Other as required.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education and Experience:

    Completion of secondary education. A post-secondary certificate in the functional area considered is desirable. or equivalent professional experience or extensive relevant shipping experience.
    Demonstrated experience in planning and organizing multiple tasks
    Experience with internal systems used to track current shipments, supplies, claims and food inventory.
    Experience in data analysis (on goods, funds, etc.) and reporting.
    Experience providing technical assistance with the use of internal systems.

    Knowledge & Skills:

    Excellent communication, interpersonal and networking skills
    Well organized and detail oriented, able to work independently and on a team
    Demonstrates ability to adapt engagement approach in the context of evolving partner circumstances and expectations

    FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

    Capability Name    Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level

    Supply Chain Management and Optimization for Shipping    

    Demonstrates ability to critically assess existing activities within the Supply Chain and appropriately escalate and/or reach out to other Supply Chain Services to ensure that WFP is able to provide consistent and uninterrupted service to Country Offices, thus contributing to effective upstream coordination.

    Planning, Project & Resource Mgmt    

    Collects and analyses relevant technical data from diverse sources to forecast operational needs under various scenarios and makes evidence-based proposals.

    Information Management & Reporting    

    Liaises with internal and external stakeholders to consolidate preliminary data analysis, draft reports and disseminate information that represents concerns and trends.

    Shipping Market Analysis, Contracting & Operational Execution    

    Demonstrates the ability to negotiate and manage small contracts/portions of larger contracts and execute operational plans within own teams, coordinating with and managing relevant parties within the S/C to achieve defined goals.

    Shipping Performance Measurement & Quality Control    

    Demonstrates ability to enforce adherence to WFP’s operating and quality standards within own teams to ensure that shipping operations are carried out in a high quality, safe, timely, and responsible manner.

    Specialized Technical Knowledge in Shipping    

    Demonstrates ability to encourage increased utilization of shipping tracking systems to drive efficiency, minimize losses, and ensure on-time delivery of shipments to WFP beneficiary regions.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Identifies opportunities to improve shipping operations effectiveness.
    The incumbent will ensure effective and timely liaison with logistics counterparts at all stages of the operations.

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  • Internal to UN – Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer, (Nutrition), Area Office Central Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Isolo Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Marsabit Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Lodwar Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Nairobi Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Wajir

    Internal to UN – Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Internal to UN – Programme Policy Officer, (Nutrition), Area Office Central Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Isolo Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Marsabit Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Lodwar Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Nairobi Internal to UN – PPO (Head of Programme) – Wajir

    JOB PURPOSE
    The primary purpose of the position is to support the management of process/activity monitoring for all CSP activities, leading M&E process monitoring reporting while ensuring both data and reports are timely, complete, and of good quality.  It is very critical that process monitoring generates evidence, documented as key findings and recommendations to inform activity implementation improvement.  As such, it will be critical for the findings and recommendations to be shared widely with key stakeholders and for implementation follow-up.  The position will lead the provision of technical support to field offices, the development and updating of M&E tools and guidelines, and liaison with activity and outcome managers on activity monitoring processes.
    The position will lead the development and implementation of M&E system for special projects including but not limited to Master Card Foundation (MCF), Changing Life transformation fund (CLTF).  The position will be the lead for M&E reporting and manage the tracking of actions for M&E recommendations.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Oversee process/activity monitoring for all Country Strategy Plans (CSP) outcomes, working closely with field coordination, field offices, activity and outcome managers to ensure all activity monitoring for each of the CSP activities are implemented in a timely manner and quality control measures for each of the processes are in place.
    Oversee M&E quantitative data analysis and lead qualitative data analysis ensuring analysis is comprehensive and moves from descriptive and inferential level to inform recommendations and enhance utility of M&E products. 
    Produce M&E monthly and quarterly reports, with key findings and recommendations and lead the process of dissemination ensuring there is improved and innovative dissemination modalities that enhance access and utility of M&E products by outcome and activity managers, senior management, field offices and all relevant stakeholders. Work with activity managers to track progress of implementation of recommendations.
    Develop and keep Kenya CSP M&E guidelines and tools updated all the time, ensuring these are shared with field offices and activity teams while ensuring the teams have the required M&E capacity and support to implement required M&E activities as per the guidelines.
    Lead baselines and other M&E related assessments ensuring these are coordinated with relevant stakeholders and are timely to feed into programming decision making, are disseminated and recommendation implementation tracked and documented.
    Provide technical support, not limited to trainings, to field offices and activity teams ensuring data collectors and users understand M&E activities and their responsibilities in ensuring data quality, completeness, timeliness, and utility.
    Draft and coordinate M&E related inputs for Annual Country Reports for all outcomes ensuring COMET design is managed and updated all the time.
    Support drafting and coordinating M&E related inputs to proposals, donor reports, concepts etc.
    Lead M&E for special projects and WFP innovation activities, ensuring these have M&E systems to support learning.
    Support and sometimes manage (as and when required) CSP Outcome monitoring, reviews and evaluations while taking lead, under the guidance of the head of M&E, in coordinating centralized evaluation activities when Kenya is a sample country.
    Support Country office Annual Performance Plan (APP) processes, working with the head of M&E, to ensure that all the functional and programme teams understand the APP indicators and provide required information and data in a timely manner.
    Supervise M&E data assistant, M&E enumerators, and consultants when and as required and have a day-to-day technical support role to the M&E data analyst, senior M&E associate, outcome M&E focal persons and M&E staff responsible for data collection at field level.
    Lead M&E reporting and tracking of implementation of M&E recommendations.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education and Exprience:

    Three (3) years post graduate relevant professional experience with a first university degree in the following disciplines: M&E, statistics, nutrition, economics, agriculture, international affairs, social sciences, development studies, project management or related disciplines.

    Or

    One (1) year post graduate relevant professional experience with Master’s Degree, in the following disciplines: M&E, statistics, nutrition, economics, agriculture, international affairs, social sciences, development studies, project management or related disciplines.
    Experience with UN agencies or other International Development Organization in the areas of M&E, VAM, project management and or information systems.
    Thorough knowledge and understanding and practical experience in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems.
    Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet applications (MS-Word, Excel, etc.) and statistical analysis software’s for both quantitative and qualitative analysis.
    High level of analytical capability, data analysis.
    Excellent writing and oral presentation skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
    Ability to plan and organize work and supervise staff; resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgment, tact, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds.

    Language: Fluency (level C) in English language.

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  • Communications Officer, SC9 Communications Officer, CST I

    Communications Officer, SC9 Communications Officer, CST I

    JOB PURPOSE
    To implement the communications plan by supporting and delivering a range of communications activities, providing research and analysis, and prioritizing effectively.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Implement communication work plan designed to maintain and enhance the visibility and reputation of FtMA, as well as support fundraising activities, ensuring alignment with overall communications and FtMA strategies. 
    Contribute to communications through good research, analysis of assigned area of work and timely preparation and distribution of information products to target audience(s). 
    Craft key internal and external content including case studies, donor reports, beneficiary profiles, and other required communications materials. 
    Lead in creating communications templates and prepare presentations to be used by all staff at meetings and conferences. 
    Support the social media plan by developing social media content, and utilizing platforms, networks and partners to enhance coverage and support of FtMA’s activities. 

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (cont.) 

    Generate donor specific visibility content including, text, photos, videos and audio for use across a range of integrated online platforms, in order to support global and country fund-raising activities, ensuring consistency with corporate messages. 
    Monitor and analyse traditional and social media to inform the development and/or evaluation of communication activities and strategies. 
    Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with more complex analysis and queries. This includes the onboarding, training, and support of FtMA Country level Communications Officers.  
    Collate outreach data contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reports, Support communications activities that enable informed decision making and ensures consistency of information presented to the media and other stakeholders. 
    Support capacity building of FtMA staff on all aspects of communication, provides advice and guidance within area and level of expertise, in order to ensure that all activities meet desired standards of consistency, quality and impact. For example the design and review of training materials.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education: Advanced University degree in Journalism, International Relations, Public Relations, Communications or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.
    Experience: Three years post graduate relevant managerial experience with Master’s Degree, or five years post graduate relevant managerial experience with a first University Degree.
    Language: Fluency in English language. 
    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Has gained experience in utilizing specialist communications techniques to enhance functional outputs
    Has provided direction and instruction to more junior staff members within area of expertise

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  • Aviation Associate G6

    Aviation Associate G6

    JOB PURPOSE
    To provide and/or oversee a range of coordination, administrative and technical activities that support the delivery of a safe and effective air service to the humanitarian community.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Provide operational coordination and technical support for air operations, ensuring compliance with WFP standards, including risk management processes, to support safe and effective air operations for humanitarian community.
    Liaise with airport officials, other local authorities and external parties in order to obtain necessary clearances, documentation and authorisations required for air operations.
    Carry out pre-flight actions to ensure that all registered passengers and cargo are duly carried on the flight in coordination with crew to ensure safe flights.
    Collate all post-flight documentation in order to confirm flights have taken place in compliance with established conditions and, occasionally, review and evaluate the performance of air operators.
    Resolve or escalate operational problems, using initiative, liaising with all parties, and navigating complex security landscapes, to ensure their timely resolution in adherence with WFP standards.
    Support negotiation of local service contracts in order to establish effective partnerships on optimal terms and conditions facilitating air operations.
    Research and analyse data, and produce technical reports that enable decision-making and support planning, execution and reporting in order to ensure contractual performance.
    Update and further develop existing databases and records, ensuring that relevant information is accurate, organised and available for others to access, and supports reporting requirements.
    Respond to customer queries, following standard processes and obtaining guidance or escalating as required, to ensure timely resolution of all enquiries with a high standard of client service.
    Build relationships with internal counterparts, in order to support the alignment of aviation activities with wider programmes and ensure a coherent approach to air operations.
    Supervise the work of other staff, providing practical advice and guidance, to ensure individual and team objectives are delivered to agreed standards and deadlines.
    Make evidence-based recommendations, and support process reviews and improvements in methods and practices, in order to maximise the performance of air operations and related activities.
    Establish or maintain minimum procedures necessary to ensure a sound safety management system for the conduct of air operations.
    Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to support WFP to quickly respond in its core areas at the onset of a crisis.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: Completion of secondary school education, Post-secondary certificate in air traffic control, flight dispatch, aeronautical engineering or related field is essential for Air Operations roles, desirable for Air Movement roles.
    Experience : 5 year or relevant work experience.
    Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language ( English ) in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    Experience in dispatching flights from uncontrolled airfields.
    Experience in interpreting operational flight plans.
    Experience in fuel planning, fuel management and supervising refuelling operations.
    Experience in airside operations and marshalling procedures.

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