Job Experience: Experience of 7 – 9 years

Senior HR Officer Associate HR Officer Deputy Rep – Operations Head of Sub-Office P5 PSP Operations Officer Senior Development Officer Senior Policy Adviser Senior Procurement Officer Senior Programme Officer Senior Resettlement and Complementary Pathways Officer

The Senior Human Resources Officer contributes to the development of a HR customer service-oriented culture that values proactivity, continuous improvement, innovation and high performance. By translating operational needs into workforce action and individual development needs, the Senior Human Resources Officer plays a critical role in partnering with management and the workforce. The main areas of work of the Senior Human Resources Officer include the implementation of HR policies, staff administration, workforce planning, recruitment, and talent development with inclusion, diversity and gender as a cross-cutting issue. S/he will also support the implementation of the staff health and counselling plans and in fostering an inclusive and respectful working environment. The incumbent maintains employee confidence and protects the organization and its workforce by keeping human resource information confidential.

The Senior Human Resources Officer is usually supervised by the Representative, Deputy or Assistant Representative responsible for HR in a Country Operation, or the most senior HR staff in a Regional Bureau. She/he supervises HR Professional and General Service staff. The incumbent maintains a direct working relationship with a number of functions across the Division of Human Resources (DHR). For positions in Bureaux or Country Operations, the incumbent also works closely with the Senior HR Partner, the Senior Medical Officer and Senior Staff counsellor for his/her region.

He/she also maintains contact and close cooperation with other UN agencies in the region or country and represent UNHCR in the working groups/task forces within country/regional UN inter-agency mechanisms.
Duties

Strategic workforce advice and operational support:

Engage with management to understand priorities, and provide advice and solutions on all aspects of HR in line with delegated HR authorities.
Sponsor HR initiatives that support organizational culture change such as good people management practices, and promoting gender, inclusion and diversity.
Lead HR operational activities to ensure timely provision of HR solutions, prioritizing according to the needs and risks.

Assignments and Talent Acquisition:

Oversee the process of recruitment, assignment and reassignment of locally-recruited staff and affiliate workforce, ensuring compliance with UNHCR rules and procedures, and providing advice to managers where required.
Set up and run (Regional) Assignments Committee.
Take a proactive approach to risk management in the areas of recruitment, ensuring the issues are identified, addressed and reported and, where appropriate, escalated.

Advice to managers and staff, and contribution to an inclusive work environment:

Build dialog and outreach with staff to provide support with their queries; and also promote dialog between staff and management to help find solutions to HR-related issues.
Be proactive in identifying issues, themes and patterns affecting the workforce¿s health and welfare, including sexual harassment and abuse of authority.
Ensure that on-boarding, induction, re-integration into the workplace and off-boarding support, is provided to colleagues; Induction programmes should include information on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Sexual Harassment, Code of Conduct as well as workforce¿s rights and obligations.

HR policies and inter-agency:

Ensure compliance with UNHCR¿s Human Resources policies and procedures and the UN staff rules, regulations and UNHCR administrative instructions.
Participate in a network among HR staff members in the region in order to harmonize implementation of HR policies and initiatives, collect field insights to inform the development of DHR policies and activities; identify and share HR best practices, also through contacts with other UN agencies.

Duty of Care:

Contribute to establishing and maintaining a medical evacuation plan with senior management, Field safety and the Senior Medical Officer.
Support the development and implementation of a Duty of Care strategy. Identify and assess issues related to duty of care including physical, mental health and safety of UNHCR¿s workforce. Promote work/life balance and flexible working arrangements with managers and staff.

For positions in Regional Bureaux only:

In the absence of a Senior Talent Development Officer in the Bureau:
Implement a talent sourcing and development strategy for UNHCR workforce in the region, in line with UNHCR¿s needs and staff members¿ career planning.
Equip HR teams and Managers in the region with skills on people management and tools related to talent development, career guidance and performance management.
Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience

Years of Experience / Degree Level

For P4/NOD – 9 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 8 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 7 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree

Field(s) of Education

Human Resources Management; Human Resource Development;
Personnel Administration; Business Administration; or other relevant field.

Relevant Job Experience

Essential

Experience working in Human Resources. UNHCR HR certification is a plus. Sound knowledge of general HR policies, processes and systems. Managerial experience.

Desirable

Proven ability to identify and implement successful business related HR interventions.
Experience in some of the following areas: workforce planning, organizational design, recruitment, HR policy or talent development. Experience in HR information technology systems and tools. Experience in field humanitarian operations and/or emergency settings.
Experience working with the United Nations. Experience working in a multi-cultural setting.

Functional Skills

HR-Local mass recruitment
HR-Coordination and Oversight of Workforce Mobility
HR-Inclusion, Diversity and Gender strategy design and implementation
HR-HR data and people analytics
HR-HR Business Partnering
HR-Employee Relationship Management
HR-Talent Development and Nurturing
RM-Risk Management
SO-Critical Thinking and problem solving
SO-Learning Agility
SO-Situational Judgement

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October 29, 2024
Special Assistant, P4 Intern – Administration – Supply Chain Services (Procurement) – Requisitioning Intern – Programme Management (Science Division)

This post is located at the UNEP Executive Office in Nairobi. Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Chief of Staff, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
Responsibilities
Advises the Executive Director on programmatic and policy issues by:

Coordinating strategic prioritization of all invitations addressed to the Executive Director, reviewing, commenting and suggesting courses of action.
Monitoring and identifying emerging policy and managerial issues in consultation with the Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to the Executive Director.
Preparing and reviewing all background briefing materials for the Executive Director to ensure that it meets the highest standards.

Oversees the coordination of the Executive Director’s Team, as well as meeting scheduling and communications through:

Ensuring the daily supervision of the Executive Director’s team.
Managing the Executive Director’s day-to-day commitments.
Directing substantive support to the Executive Director’s meetings, to include proposing agenda items, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations and coordinating follow-up actions.
Coordinating, planning, preparing and organizing the Executive Director’s official travel.
Accompanying the Executive Director on missions and keeping in close contact with the Executive Office’s Corporate Coordination Team with regards to the logistical preparations required.
Liaising with the Communications Division on the external communications of the Executive Director.
Liaising with the Chief of Staff and the Communications Division on the internal communications of the Executive Director.
Keeping abreast of follow-up from Senior Management Team meetings together with the Chief of Staff and the Senior Adviser.

Maintains liaison with UNEP Divisions/Offices and serves as contact between the Executive Director, other parts of the Executive Office, and Division Directors through:

Establishing and maintaining effective liaison with senior management on programmatic as well as strategic issues relevant to the Executive Director’s functions and responsibilities.
Liaising closely with the Deputy Executive Director’s team to ensure seamless coordination.
Liaising closely with the Executive Office’s Corporate Coordination Team to ensure that the Executive Director’s support requirements are met in a timely manner.
Ensuring prompt and efficient communication and coordination between the Executive Director’s Team and UNEP Divisions/Offices.

Ensures liaison with external partners by engaging with key officials at all levels outside the Organization by:

Advising and supporting the Executive Director with governments, delegations, senior UN officials, UN system organizations and non-governmental organizations.
Facilitating effective communication and contacts between the Executive Director and these bodies/organizations.
Bringing to the Executive Director’s and Chief of Staff’s attention, issues relevant to UNEP’s bilateral relations with governments and inter-agency cooperation.
Receiving and reviewing confidential communication from governments and drafting correspondence for and on behalf of the Executive Director as required.
Undertaking ad hoc assignments at the request of the Executive Director.
Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated professional competence in the field of sustainable development and multilateral relations; Strong analytical skills and ability to analyse complex political issues; High degree of flexibility; Willingness to travel extensively; Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions do not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, economics, law, environmental science or public administration is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience in environment, programme management and/or sustainable development is required.
Experience working within the international environment governance system is required.
Experience in liaising with countries is required.
Experience in advising senior officials is desirable.
Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

Closing: 01 January 2023

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October 29, 2024
Finance and Budget Officer, P4 Senior Finance and Budget Assistant (364 days), G7

This post is located in UNEP’s Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) Advisory Unit, Corporate Services Division at the Nairobi duty station. Under the supervision of the Head of the MEAs Unit, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
Responsibilities
Strategic Documents developed for Member States supporting MEAs:

Reviews, analyses and finalizes the preparation of the programme and budget strategy documents developed by UNEP administered MEAs, taking into account recommendations and decisions of specialized intergovernmental bodies.
Provides substantive support to relevant strategy documents and related revisions; secures approval from the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) or Meetings of the Conference of Parties (COPs).
Ensure UN legislative mandates, budget, and financial policies are accurately translated into program budgets.

Budget preparation:

Reviews, analyses and finalizes cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements from Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) Secretariats including programmatic aspects.
Provides detailed input with respect to resource requirements for budget submissions ensuring coherence and lignement with UNEP budget and financial strategies.
Reviews, analyzes and finalizes program budget/financial implications to UNEA resolutions and/or Conference of the Parties (COPs) of Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) Conventions.
Engage with relevant MEA teams to provide substantive advice and strategic analysis to enable well prepared documents and to respond to various queries of the parties.
Provides substantive support to relevant intergovernmental and expert bodies in their budget review; assists in securing approval from the UNEA or COPs.

Budget administration:

Issues allotments, authorizes sub-allotments, including redeployment of funds when necessary, ensuring appropriate expenditures.
Manages and monitors budget implementation and recommends reallocation of funds as necessary.
Monitors expenditures to ensure that they remain within authorized levels.
Administers and monitors extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures.
Prepares budget performance submissions.
Reviews and finalizes budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.
Provides substantive support to relevant intergovernmental and expert bodies.

General

Support the Head of Unit in the development and implementation of unit workplans. Ensure a consultative process is utilized with MEA Secretariats to inform workplan priorities as well as alignment with Divisional priorities.
Support network development within MEAs on a range of administrative needs coordinating with other units within Corporate Services as necessary.
Ensure a knowledge management system is developed to facilitate information sharing across MEAs and improve preparations for meetings and consistency in the application of approaches.
Provides advice and guidance, including training, to staff on budgetary and financial policies and procedures, including results-based budgeting.
Participates in inter-departmental meetings and/or technical survey missions on matters related to resource requirements, programming and budgetary issues.
Keeps up-to-date on documents/reports/guidelines that have a bearing on matters related to MEAs Secretariats budgets, ensuring compliance with intergovernmental recommendations and decisions as well as with United Nations policies and procedures.
Drafts reports for intergovernmental bodies and for management on administrative and budgetary issues, and correspondence.
Undertakes research and analysis of budgetary policies and procedures, makes recommendations for changes and/or modifications.
Supports oversight of Over Head Trust (OTA) accounts of MEAs and provides recommendations to the Head of Unit as needed.
Acts as Certifying Officer under Financial Rule 110.4 to ensure that proposed obligations and expenditures are in accordance with approved budgets and established regulations and rules.
Ensures the integrity of financial and management systems and the controls that underpin them.
Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of financial and budgetary principles and practices, budget development and financial administration of resources. Ability to develop budgetary policies, procedures and new programmes. Ability to formulate new strategies and technical approaches to budgetary matters. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, or related field is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years progressively responsible experience in finance, administration, budget, business administration or related area is required.
Three (3) years experience with the United Nations or similar international organization is required.
Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is required.
Experience in the application of United Nations Financial Rules and Regulations or in similar international organization is desirable.
Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Closing: 27 January 2023

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October 29, 2024
ICT & Computer Science Teacher

Our Client, a private, co-educational set of age specific schools, comprising of Secondary, Preparatory and Kindergarten schools, seeks to recruit an ICT & Computer Science Teacher. S/he will be responsible for teaching student’s computer and programming knowledge skills. They will assist students understand computers functionality, covering scientific and mathematical concepts behind them and their hardware and software components.
Reports To: Head Teacher
Job Location: Karen
Duties and Responsibilities

Be punctual for school and lessons.
Attend assemblies and register children as and when required.
Plan schemes of work and prepare lessons.
Set homework in accordance with laid down policy.
Mark work done by the children on time and in line with policy
Set exams and tests as necessary and monitor the progress of children.
Attend staff meetings and in service training out of working hours as directed by line manager.
Supervise children in and out of lessons.
Accept a reasonable and prescribed number of school duties outside the normal teaching hours.
Participate in the school’s program of extra-curricular activities by running club/activity programs.
Take an interest in the pastoral welfare of children and bring to the notice of the Head teacher, children with particular issues.
Plan ahead the needs of his/her teaching subjects; provide the school with the lists of resources required and their costs. Must be digital and done for every lesson taught.
Supervise discipline and standards of behavior and dress within the school by maintaining a high standard and setting a personal example in all these matters.
Write reports and submit by deadlines given and provide assessment on pupils.
Assist in the preparation and marking as necessary with entrance examinations, yearly examinations and external examinations held in the school.
Hand over all books, keys and records as and when required by the school.
Undertake a mentoring or training role in the training of other teachers.
Lead in-service sessions within the fields of teacher specialization or particular expertise.
Be involved in the performance management process as directed by the school.
If in a position of responsibility, perform in accordance duties as per a specific job description pertaining to the position.
Assist with in-service training as required and within your capability.
To attend residential off site trips based on form tutors, subject teachers or other staff. (based on rotation)
In addition to the duties specified above, your duties will also include any reasonable task within your capability and that may be assigned to you by your Head Teacher.

Skills and Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years work experience in the same or similar position
Degree in computer science or related field
Must have a Teachers Service Commission Certificate (TSC)
Excellent communicator with good presentation skills
Passionate about fostering computer literacy and academic excellence.
Ability to meet deadlines with timely updates on progress.
Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload.
Outstanding organizational and management skills.
Discretion and confidentiality

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs@hcsafrica.com using the position as subject of email.

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October 29, 2024
Legal Officer, P4 Programme Assistant

Responsibilities

Provides legal advice on the mandate and international status of the United Nations Environment Programme (Programme), its Governing Bodies, subsidiary bodies, rules of procedure and applicable United Nations regulations, rules and resolutions. Perform extensive legal research and analysis and prepares legal opinions, studies, briefs, and reports.
Reviews credentials. Lead officer in one or more areas of concentration, and independently handles a wide range of multidiscipline and complex legal matters involving issues of international public, private and administrative law, to include interpretation and application of instruments in that area of concentration, or, for Tribunals, criminal law (both substantive and procedural).
Attends meetings and services diplomatic conferences, the meetings of treaty bodies, commissions, committees, taskforces, expert groups and other bodies, including preparation of background materials, summaries of issues and views of delegations and meeting reports. Advises presiding officers.
Provides advice in conjunction with the UNEP World Environment Situation Room (WESR Unit in the Big Data Branch of the Science Division) on the correct use of terminology in documentation of the United Nations Environment Programme.
Coordinates and direct teams of junior officer, including United nations Volunteers dealing with significant problems as required, and/or mentors and supervises the work of junior officers on specific projects.
Review draft decisions of the CPR, UNEA and the Conference of the Parties of treaty bodies or inter-governmental platforms.
Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of international legal procedures and instruments. Ability to apply legal expertise to analyzing a diverse range of complex and unusual legal issues and problems and in developing innovative and creative solutions. Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct comprehensive legal research on a range of issues, including those of a unique and/or complex nature; proficiency in legal writing and expression and ability to prepare legal briefs, opinions, and a variety of legal instruments and related documents. Discretion and sound judgment in applying legal expertise to sensitive, complex legal issues. Strong negotiating skills and ability to influence others to reach agreement. Ability to work to tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent projects/cases. Knowledge of contemporary international relations and of UN system, organization and interrelationships. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international law is required.
A first level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in law or related field, including legal analysis, research and writing including at least two (2) years of service with the legal office of a government department or ministry or of the secretariat of an international organization, is required.
Experience in professional legal work relating to procedural and institutional issues is desirable.
Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Closing: 21 December 2022

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October 29, 2024
Chief of Unit, Finance, P4

This post is located in the Accounts Section, Budget and Financial Management Services (BFMS), Division of Administrative Services (DAS). The incumbent reports to the Chief of Accounts Section and will be responsible for the following duties:
Responsibilities

Manages a complete financial operation, encompassing a wide variety of trust funds and grant funding, with a large volume of grants in, grants out, implementing partners, and inter-office transactions, and extensive dispersed activities.
Discharges Approving Officer functions in accordance with the Financial Rules and Regulations of the UN, approve/confirm that proposed grants and funding agreements, obligations, expenditure for services, partnerships, facilities, supplies and equipment expenses, as well as those pertaining to personnel, are in accordance with the Financial Rules and Regulations, relevant appropriations, staffing tables and corresponding approved allotments.
Ensures consistent application and observance of the UN Financial Regulation and Rules and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)
Analyzes accounts and general ledgers and ensures quality assurance and reliability of GL account balances and resolutions of pending issues
reviews/prepares regular financial reports for management decision making and control activities.
Proposes/implements solutions with respect to problem transactions and irregularities.
Ensures that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained.
Acts as UNON Accounts Section focal point and responds to internal/external audit observations and liaises with clients and other relevant entities on audit issues.
Provides substantive support to the development and implementation of new accounting systems. Takes initiative to improve accounting processes and approaches.
Provides data for the preparation of year-end audited financial statements of UNON clients and performance reports.
Guides, trains and supervises general service and professional staff in the function.
Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.
Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge in financial and management accounting principles and practices. Extensive experience in financial reporting and preparation of IPSAS compliant financial statements and knowledge of grants management and implementing partners/end beneficiaries accounting and reporting requirements. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors on-going developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, and decision- making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Job – Specific Qualification

Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent is required.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of experience of progressively responsible experience in finance, budget or related area is required.
Working experience in a supervisor capacity with proof of performance management is required.
Experience with complex accounting reconciliation is required.
Experience in working with the United Nations or another large international organization is required.
Experience in administration of financial regulations and rules is required.
Working experience with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and trust fund accounting is required.
Working experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and finance system such as Oracle or SAP is desirable.
Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

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October 29, 2024
Public Information Officer, P4 Finance and Budget Assistant COBSEA Strategic Directions Consultant Senior Programme Management Officer, P5

Responsibilities

Works closely with the UNEP Executive Office serving as the primary focal point for the Executive Director on communications including media relations, social media engagement, speech writing, etc.
Researches and drafts a range of communications material for the Executive Director (ED) including speeches, video messages, forewords and opinions. Evaluates results and impact of communications activities, reports on developments, trends and attitudes regarding the United Nations.
As Press Secretary to the ED, manages media relations, draft responses on behalf of the ED, coordinate interviews, finalize briefs, etc.
Manages social media platforms for the ED.
Provides advice and expertise to managers, senior officers and other public information staff on a range of public affairs issues, methods, and approaches; anticipates and resolves communications/public relations issues/problems.
May coordinate and direct a team of public information staff and/or mentor and supervise the work of junior officers on specific projects.
Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
Performs other duties as may be required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of different aspects of public information and communication. Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes and local conditions. Ability to conceptualize, design and implement major information campaigns. Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources. Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships. Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style. Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management, Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, international relations, public administration or related area is required.
Experience supporting high-level senior officials in the UN or similar international organization is desirable.
Experience working on media relations in or in liaison with an executive office in a large international organization is desirable.
Experience working on environmental issues is desirable.
A minimum of two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

Closing: 20 December 2022

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October 29, 2024
Public Advocacy Lead – Climate Action

Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP’s mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. UNEP’s Communications Division communicates UNEP’s core messages to all stakeholders and partners, raising environmental awareness and enhancing the profile of UNEP worldwide.
This position is located in the Public Advocacy and Outreach Unit in the Communications Division. Under the direct supervision, Chief of Public Advocacy and Communication Section, the Division intends to recruit an Advocacy Lead dedicated to one of the strategic thematic sub-programmes of the new Medium-Term Strategy, namely, Climate Action.
The consultant will:

Develop operational plan covering second half of 2022 based on mapping and calendar of communications and advocacy activities.
Extend reach and scope of Media for Climate Action campaign by bring onboard and engaging partners, in partnership with blue life.
Execute and manage partnership with DGC for joint campaigning under the Act Now campaign for ‘Speak Up’ Call to Action.
In close coordination with account managers, develop launch and marketing plans for relevant flagship publications.
Produce a quarterly data-rich summary of communication activities

Qualifications/special skills

Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree in journalism, communication, international relations, social sciences or other related field, or a first university degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience is required.
Experience: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in public information, communication, programme management or related field is required.
Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and spoken English is required; knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

Apply via :

careers.un.org

October 29, 2024
Contracts Specialist II

Job Summary:
The Contract Specialist will work in partnership with FHI 360 HQ Contracting Officers and other staff to efficiently operate and maintain an effective contracts portfolio management system. Principal duties will include contract administration and professional / managerial support to ensure full compliance with donor rules and regulations. The Contract Specialist will perform specialized tasks from pre-award to close-out as assigned by the supervisory Contracting Officer located at the FHI 360 Headquarters in the US. These tasks may include a wide variety of discrete transactions occurring at various stages of the award and sub award processes.
Typical tasks include but not limited to:
Supplementing the technical assistance provided by the Contracting Officer to proposal development and operations staff to produce competitive and responsive proposals. The Contract Specialist will provide informed interpretation of fundamental regulations and standard contract requirements. Conduct selects negotiations with the guidance of the Contracting Officer. Provide technical assistance to operations staff and other enterprise services staff on matters of contract interpretation and compliance. Prepare and submit requests for donor approval as delegated by the Contracting Officer. Prepare, review, and approve sub awards and procurement actions up to authorized thresholds. Conduct contract close-out. Assist the Contracting Officer in preparing management reports.
Accountabilities:
Pre-award:

Provides supplemental interpretation of fundamental regulations and standard contract requirements to help produce competitive and responsive proposals.

Post-award (Prime):

Assists in the review of prime award documents prior to signature.
Receive and process signed contracts from clients. Assure completeness and accuracy of contracts.
Data set-up in contract management/financial management system.
Serves as first responder to operations staff and enterprise services staff on routine business transactions of a contractual nature.
Prepares and submit routine business transactions such as requests for donor approval as delegated by the Contracting Officer.
Prepares periodic management reports.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisory Contracting Officer.

Post-award (Lower-tier):

Prepares, reviews, and approves sub awards and select procurement actions following established procedures and thresholds.
Process sub award data in sub award database.
Prepares, reviews and modifications to sub awards.
Works in partnership with Project operations staff to monitor sub award compliance with flow-down provisions.

Records management:

Work in partnership with records management staff to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the unit filing system.

Accountabilities will be differentiated by:

Degree of complexity of transactions handled (transition from routine/moderate complexity to higher complexity.
Level of interaction with internal and external clients.
Exercise of expanding decision rights.
Quantity of transactions handled.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

Increasingly advancing knowledge of donor (USG and non-USG) rules and regulations, common mechanisms of funding, types of acquisition and assistance awards, contracting concepts and principles from the solicitation phase to post-award administration.
Critical thinking and stronger analytical skills applied to successful completion of tasks.
Increasingly effective/persuasive oral communication and business/technical writing skills.
Demonstrable growth in technical expertise on regulatory matters, contract management systems, processes and computer software.

Problem Solving & Impact:

Works on increasingly complex and problems of diverse scope requiring critical analysis and comprehensive evaluation of critical factors.
Increasingly exercising independent judgment in developing methods and techniques to obtain solutions (and process improvements).
Increasing independence in determining specific tasks to accomplish in order to meet certain goals and objectives.

Supervision Given/Received:

Increasing self-reliance in performing tasks.
Needing lesser regular supervision.
Higher proficiency and confidence in operating within established operating procedures.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent
Business Administration, Legal Studies or Related Field.

Experience:

Typically requires a degree with 7-9 years’ experience in a contracting position either in the Federal Government or a Non-governmental Organization (NGO).
Advanced (above intermediate) knowledge of donor (USG and non-USG) rules and regulations applicable to sponsored projects.
Advanced understanding of contracting concepts and principles.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and project management skills.
Manage a variety of activities and pay close attention to detail.
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and Internet capabilities.
Read, write and speak English. Fluency in a foreign language is desired.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
Ability to interact professionally in culturally diverse settings.
Ability to research and interpret information to respond to inquiries.

Typical Physical Demands:

Typical office environment.
Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Apply via :

fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

October 29, 2024
Technical Coordinator

Duties

Proactively lead and/or participate in inter-agency fora to ensure that UNHCR¿s Mandate and programmes are given due attention and reflected in linkage at the country level, bureaux and at the policy levels of humanitarian and development coordination systems.
Contribute or lead the effective establishment and maintenance of coordination mechanisms for the shelter and settlement, WASH, Energy and Environment technical sectors
In line with the refugee coordination model and globally-agreed arrangements ensure timely and effective sectoral technical needs assessment, appropriate planning, prioritization, implementation, reporting and evaluation.
Contribute to joint appeals, regional refugee response plans, regional refugee and migrant response plans, refugee and resilience plans, comprehensive responses.
Approve project designing including preparation of BOQs/specifications and costing, carry out and provide recommendations, plan of action and verify compliance in the implementation for these technical sectors.
Coordinate internally and externally the technical interventions and ensure compliance with technical standards.
Lead actively technical interagency working groups and ensure constructive and amicable relationships with government and partners.
Ensure environmental considerations are taken into account for all the technical interventions planned and implemented in settlement, shelter, wash and energy programmes.
Promote the sustainability of technical interventions through local capacity building and self-help in collaboration with partners in the field. Ensure and lead community consultations
Guide and oversee the procurement of sector related materials or equipment, including the development of technical specifications for bid documents, technical evaluation of bids, review/inspection of the quality of products/works.
Ensure regular reporting and updating of plans.
Build key strategic partnerships with development and humanitarian agencies in relation to WASH and other community based infrastructure interventions.
Lead cross-functional preparation of issues and follow-up within UNHCR in the relevant substantive units and services.
Ensure comprehensive monitoring of technical related activities is in place.
Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience

Years of Experience / Degree Level

For P4/NOD – 9 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 8 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 7 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree

Field(s) of Education

Civil-Engineering, Water and Sanitation Engineering Public Health Engineering

Apply via :

public.msrp.unhcr.org

October 29, 2024