Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in NGO/Non-Profit

  • Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Officer

    Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Officer

    Competencies

    Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of unit’s mandate and strategic direction. Knowledge of DDR and related issues, including approaches and techniques to address difficult problems. Proven expertise in country/region of assignment; sound understanding of and an ability to evaluate international political situations in that area. Ability to identify issues and judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems. Ability to conduct research, including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the DDR activities in assigned country/area. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. 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.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in political sciences, social sciences, management, international economics, international relations, law, development or a related field is required.
    A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in international affairs such as peacekeeping, peace-building operations or development programmes with specific focus on disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration, small arms control, or related area are required.
    Experience working in a large multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team and coordinating with multiple partners, including regional organizations, is required.
    Experience working in a field location in the Great Lakes region, with a peace-keeping operation, a special political mission or with another international organization including non-governmental organizations is required
    One year of direct experience in the field of Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR), including Community Violence reduction (CVR) is desirable
    Experience with inter-governmental security and DDR-related mechanisms is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English and French (oral and written) are required.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Localization & Partnership Coordinator

    Localization & Partnership Coordinator

    POSITION SUMMARY:
    The Localization & Partnership Coordinator, Kenya -will be responsible for the identification, engagement and support of local stakeholders based on HIAS’ strategic roadmap to localization. They will be HIAS’ Kenya focal person in identifying policy and practice priorities for engaging with local stakeholders, to help stakeholders identify priority areas and defining, designing and developing programs to address these priorities. The position is believed to enhance a collaborative relationship between HIAS Kenya and local stakeholders in the effort to respond to protection and service needs of persons of concern by enabling local and national actors to take a greater leadership role in humanitarian action. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring localization is mainstreamed in all aspects of HIAS’ program delivery, and they will be reporting to the Country Director with a dotted line of reporting to the Regional Localization Advisor- Africa & Eurasia.
    The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya with possibility of travel to areas where HIAS has programmatic reach.
    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

     Mainstream HIAS’ strategic vision for localization and partnership for the displacement context in Kenya
     Identify and map out local partners that share common vision and values and are strategically positioned and engaged in HIAS’ programmatic focus areas and add value to the protection of those most vulnerable refugees and host community members.
     Facilitate and contribute Assist HIAS in to the vetting procedures and the development of the various types of partnership agreements with local actors.
     Collaborate with program teams in order to define, design and deliver programs through pilot initiatives.
     Support local organizations identified for pilot initiatives through capacity monitoring and intra-HIAS partnerships with program teams
     Assess capacities, strengths and gaps and develop constructive dialogues with partners on amplifying their effectiveness with focus on core competencies like organizational development, project management, financial management, M&E, fundraising etc. which would specifically contribute to the partner’s empowerment.
     Monitor and provide participatory leadership in Localization in line with local and international standards and guiding principles
     Develop and identify relevant training and capacity building platforms for partners through local or regional consortiums.
     Ensure a constructive and effective dialogue with partners and facilitate accountability.
     Discuss, design and develop exit strategies for partnerships.
     Document the lessons learned to facilitate HIAS’ learning in localization as well as to showcase challenges and success stories in advocacy platforms
     Support the Regional Localization Advisor in aligning HIAS’ localization strategy with the countries in the Africa Eurasia Region
     Develop a database for partnerships and foster a memorandum of understanding with the partners
     Support and collaborate with the Business Development Officer at CO Kenya to identify and facilitate partnerships in line with the Country Strategy.

    QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

     Undergraduate degree and 4-6 years of experience in community-based protection, community development, social protection, civil society engagement with NGO and other CSOs
     Microsoft office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
     Excellent facilitation, organizational and problem-solving skills.
     Must be a team player and able to work with a range of diverse vulnerable populations;
     understanding of community-based approach required.
     Ability to uphold the highest level of integrity and confidentiality.
     Passionate about HIAS’ mission and values

    Apply via :

    hias.hrmdirect.com

  • Social Worker Prevention Co-ordintaor

    Social Worker Prevention Co-ordintaor

    He / she will be reporting to the Shelter Manager.
    KeyResponsibilities and Duties:

    To conduct initial screenings with the victims of trafficking
    Supporting the residents in their recovering process and personal development by applying HAART’s shelter guidelines
    Conduct day- and night shifts at the shelter
    Ensuring access to basic needs for all residents
    Management of crisis and emergencies at the shelter in line with HAART guidelines
    Case Management in line HAARTs policies, documentation and reporting of the dedicated cases
    To strengthen the legal case management through maintaining accurate records of all cases and their progress in court.
    Participation in development of sustainable programs, structures and processes of new
    shelter
    Support skills trainings for the residents
    Participation in weekly team meetings
    Cooperation with therapists, doctors, lawyers, educational institutions and other service providers
    Accompanying residents to individual appointments
    To provide information and social work support on available services for victims of trafficking
    Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time

    Essential criteria & qualification:

    Diploma in Social Work or any other related field in social sciences
    At least 1 year working experience in social work
    Proven experience in working closely with vulnerable groups and must be a team player
    Must have a recent certificate of good conduct
    Good communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili
    Ability to adapt to different cultures
    Good IT skills including the use of Word and database software Knowledge on human rights and community-based child protection approaches
    Passion to work with vulnerable groups and ability to be empathic
    Demonstrable ability to adapt to changing program priorities and emerging priorities that may arise

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    Qualified candidates are invited to send one PDF of their cover letter, CV, contact information for 3 references and salary expectations to hr@haartkenya.org using “Social Worker” “Prevention Co-ordinator”as the subject of your email.

    Apply via :

    hr@haartkenya.org

  • Food Safety and Quality Officer, Service Contract SC10

    Food Safety and Quality Officer, Service Contract SC10

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
    Mapping of Aflatoxin Innovations

    Map out the technological innovations on aflatoxins control and management in the region, their status, successes, lessons learnt, challenges and potential for scale up.
    Support the publishing of a report for wider dissemination, to bring understanding of existing innovations that could help reduce the impact of high aflatoxin levels.

    Implementation of Aflatoxin Control innovations

    Work with RBN countries to identify and select strategic approaches that will build their capacity to tackle aflatoxin challenges.
    Support RBN countries to assess the piloted innovations and report on successes, challenges, lessons learned and recommendations for scaling, adaptation and/or termination.

    Information Sharing and Awareness

    Provide support in organizing Aflatoxin Regional Learning Workshops to share knowledge across the region on experiences and lessons learnt from successful and failed aflatoxin interventions.
    Closely work with Communications and Knowledge Management Units to develop and deploy tools and other materials to assist with implementation of aflatoxins control and management interventions.
    Create strategic partnerships to share knowledge widely, influence, build capacity and advocate for policies to promote aflatoxins risk mitigation.

    Implementation of Regional aflatoxins control and management strategy

    Support the COs to implement the regional aflatoxins control and management strategy through Country Implementation Plans.
    Align the RBN projects and programs- Home grown school feeding program (HGSF), Small and Medium Scale (SAMS) etc with the regional aflatoxins control and management strategy.
    Work with Partnerships and Program Units to develop fundraising proposals to support the roll out of Aflatoxin Control interventions in RBN countries.

    Monitoring and Evaluation

    In coordination with the M&E team, develop a monitoring and evaluation framework for the regional aflatoxins control and management strategy implementation plan.
    Support the Regional Bureau and Country Office teams in gathering relevant data and evidence on activities and impact.

    QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
    Education: Advanced University degree in Agriculture Management, Development Studies, Project Planning and Management or related fields, or A First University degree with additional relevant years of work experience in Food Science and Technology, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Value Chain/ Market Development or related fields. Additional professional courses in related fields are also a plus.
    Experience:

    Minimum 5 years of relevant postgraduate/professional experience
    At least 10 years of of meaningful and progressive work experience in food trade business, regional bodies in the grain value chain, Agribusiness, and/or value chain/ market development.
    Experience working in the EAC region and/or a multicultural and fast-paced environment is an added value.

    Knowledge & Skills:

    Good strategic understanding of Food Systems and Food Value Chains in the region.
    Good understanding and expertise in aflatoxins control as a food safety risk, regional interventions and opportunities.
    Excellent project management and analytical skills.
    Strong network of relevant contacts (regional bodies working on related initiatives within the grain value chain, private sector, academia, government authorities etc.).
    Excellent communication and engagement skills (ability to understand and be understood, diplomatic skills, writing skills).
    Strong interpersonal and coordination skills, ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds externally and internally.
    Capacity to act upon problems (intellectual / problem solving and judgement skills).
    Ability to pro-actively prioritize, plan, organize, coordinate, monitor, excellently report and follow up.
    Ability to organize work and deliver results with minimal supervision, under time pressure and with strict deadlines.
    Understanding of WFP operations in the region is an advantage.

    Apply via :

    career5.successfactors.eu

  • Public Information Officer

    Public Information Officer

    Task description
    Description of tasks

     Monitor and analyze current events, public opinion, and press to identify issues and trends in relation to the humanitarian situation and response in the region.
     Prepare drafts, collect inputs, and gather/organize information in a contribution to the development of regular products on the humanitarian situation in Southern and Eastern Africa, including snapshots, dashboards, situation reports, and others.
     Prepare draft inputs for reports and analysis on humanitarian issues in the region, for both internal and external use.
     Provide surge missions or remote support to eventual humanitarian crises, OCHA offices, and Resident Coordinator’s offices in the region on communications, including production of information and audio-visual materials.
     Support the development of communications products (e.g. press kits, press releases, key messages, human-interest stories, audio-visual materials, social media content, etc.), including through proposing topics, undertaking research and interviews, writing drafts, editing copy, designing the composition and layout, and coordinating distribution.
     Undertake activities to promote media coverage (e.g. press conferences, press releases, interviews, background briefings, and other special activities), including film and photo coverage, of priority issues and/or major events.
     Prepare, on the basis of official UN documentation and other sources, drafts of content for inclusion in global OCHA products (e.g. Global Humanitarian Overview, Annual Report, etc). Results/Expected Outputs: High-quality and timely support provided to the development of compelling communications materials regarding the humanitarian situation and response in countries in Southern and Eastern Africa. Support provided both in country and remotely to emerging crises or other issues, as requested. Regular public information products are produced on time. OCHA ROSEA online presence including the corporate website and social media is strengthen, including through the production of innovative human-interest stories. Humanitarian partners and media are updated on the humanitarian situation in the Eastern and Southern Africa region.

    Apply via :

    app.unv.org

  • Assistant, Development and Outreach (Americas Initiatives) Senior Counsel, International Justice Program

    Assistant, Development and Outreach (Americas Initiatives) Senior Counsel, International Justice Program

    Responsibilities

    Maintain the donor database by updating Americas Initiatives donor and prospect records and information;
    Draft prospect profiles based on research into individual and foundation prospects;
    Provide support with developing donor engagement tools, including monthly newsletters; and
    Perform other responsibilities as may be required.

    Qualifications
    Education: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is desired. Those currently enrolled in university courses are encouraged to apply.
    Experience: One year of relevant work experience is desirable.
    Related Skills And Knowledge

    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English is required.
    Prior office or administration experience and proficiency in computer programs including MS Office applications, especially Excel, are required; experience with Salesforce or other donor databases is highly desirable.
    Self-motivation and the ability to prioritize and work independently as well as function as a member of a team with staff in multiple global locations are required.
    Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail are required.
    The ability to work well under pressure and to manage multiple priorities, working effectively toward deadlines is required.
    Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences, including donors and external partners are required.
    Basic skills in graphic design are desirable.
    Strong interest in or experience with human rights issues is desirable.

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  • Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer

    Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer

    Competencies
    Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of humanitarian, emergency relief assistance and related humanitarian issues, particularly in the Southern and Eastern Africa region. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, work under pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery). 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.
    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.
    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

    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, international studies, public administration, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).

    Work Experience

    A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or the successful completion of the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP)/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P) is required.
    Experience in the Southern and/or Eastern Africa region is required.
    Experience in the field (actual setting where a mission and/or project is being implemented) in emergency situations (complex emergency or natural disaster) is required.
    Experience in a humanitarian context in the UN Common System or other comparable international organization is desirable.

    Languages
    French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Hri P4 Human Rights Officer

    Hri P4 Human Rights Officer

    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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
    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 & 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
    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field 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.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, political affairs, international relations, law or related area. or related field is required.
    Extensive experience in human rights monitoring and reporting experience is required.
    Experience in supporting regional intergovernmental mechanisms on promoting human rights and judicial cooperation is required.
    Experience in supporting judicial cooperation among countries is desirable.
    Experience in working in or on the Great Lakes region is desirable.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English and French (both oral and written) is required.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Child Protection Specialist (Gender Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE)) Programme Associate, GS6 Partnerships Specialist

    Child Protection Specialist (Gender Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE)) Programme Associate, GS6 Partnerships Specialist

    The GBViE Specialist (P-4) will be responsible for providing high quality technical guidance and on GBViE prevention, risk mitigation and response for the design, planning and expansion of programming across UNICEF programming in ESAR. Support will also be provided to operatonalise UNICEF ESARO’s work on its Collective Focus Area on violence against girls, boys and women across the humanitarian-development-peace nexus. Under the supervision of the ESARO Child Protection in Emergencies (CPiE) Specialist, the incumbent will provide oversight for quality assurance and coherence with UNICEF’s global level GBViE Operational Guidance and Resource Pack, as well as other global standards and guidelines and the UNICEF Strategic Plan and Gender Action Plan. S/he will ensure that the GBViE programming is aligned with the Core Commitments for Children and  global and regional priorities related to violence against girls, boys and women under UNICEF’s Strategic Plan and the Child Protection Strategy.
    The GBViE Specialist will work directly with UNICEF GBViE Specialists, officers and focal points in the Child Protection teams at the country offices and will work collaboratively with UNICEF Child Protection Specialists at the regional office and headquarters (HQ) and across sectors. S/he will coordinate closely with other UN agencies and non-governmental partners (NGO) that specialise in Child Protection and GBViE with a focus on women-led organisations.
    Major Duties and Responsibilities
    Provide strategic and technical support to UNICEF ESARO and COs to scale up efforts to address GBViE 

    Support COs and partners to deliver on organizational commitments in line with UNICEF GBViE programming approaches covering the three pillars approach as per the UNICEF GBViE Operational Guide: response, risk mitigation and prevention adapted to the operating environments in COs.
    Lead and coordinate implementation of the multi-year GBViE funding to scaling-up GBViE programming in Ethiopia and Somalia providing adequate technical support and guidance to achieve objectives.   
    Work with the UNICEF HQ, regional and country offices, Child Protection teams and across other UNICEF sectors to design, plan and coordinate scale-up of GBViE interventions for priority COs.
    Support the planning, design and development of partnerships with women-led organisations to enhance GBV service delivery and their leadership and participation in humanitarian responses in support of UNICEF GBViE expansion in ESAR.
    Work with COs to adapt and roll-out a structured and context appropriate interventions to target adolescent girls in humanitarian settings and respond to their unique needs and building assets, skills and confidence through mentoring and empowerment.
    Provide guidance to support trainings and capacity building initiatives to strengthen GBV case management including caring for child survivors of sexual abuse.

    Work with the UNICEF sectors, clusters and inter-agency partners to ensure GBV prevention, risk mitigation and response is adequately integrated across sectors and actions to reduces risks of GBV are implemented.

    At the regional office and across COs, work closely with priority UNICEF sectors and clusters to develop plans to integrate GBV risk mitigation measures across programming in line with the Interagency Minimum Standards and the IASC GBV Guidelines.
    Engage with UNICEF Nutrition to improve GBV risk mitigation measures are in place to improve women and girls’ safer access to nutrition facilities and increase nutrition outcomes for children.
    Work closely with ESARO PSEA Specialist and COs PSEA counterparts to ensure that GBV risk mitigation efforts reduce vulnerability to SEA particularly in humanitarian settings.
    Support UNICEF regional office and COs efforts to promote safer programming and develop plans to integrate GBV/SEA risk mitigation across programming that are aligned to the new Strategic Plan  Change Strategy indicator H5.5. Percentage of country offices that have implemented a minimum set of gender-based violence risk-mitigation actions and create plans to meet requirements including sector specific safety audits, community consultations and risk analysis.

    Strengthen knowledge management and policy development on GBViE for ESARO and COs

    Contribute to the development of new global and regional guidance, strategies and resource development on GBViE and work closely with the Child Protection Specialists to address violence against girls, boys and women
    Document lessons learned and good practices from UNICEF’s partnerships with new and existing women’s organisations and GBV risk mitigation efforts for onwards dissemination across ESAR.
    Keep abreast of developments with GBViE and make appropriate recommendations for UNICEF ESARO on enhancing prevention and response strategies.
    Support documentation of good practices, learning exchanges and forums on GBViE interventions and regularly update the SharePoint sites for ESAR staff to access policy and guidance materials studies on GBViE.
    Actively monitor financial and human resource capacity to ensure sufficient resources are in place to effectively achieve UNICEF GBViE commitments particularly in emergency settings.
    Promote the inclusion of GBViE into resource mobilization efforts, reports, proposals, ToRs, humanitarian appeal processes, advocacy materials and other relevant documents, as required.
    Provide updates and briefings on GBViE for senior management at the CO, RO and/or HQ levels to ensure understanding and prioritization of programming to address GBVIE.

      Improve coordination of UNICEF GBViE interventions internally and at the inter-agency level.

    Represent UNICEF on the inter-agency Regional GBV Working Group to ensure there is a comprehensive plan of action to better address GBV across all humanitarian interventions.
    Actively engage in and provide technical support on UNICEF HQ coordination groups and maintain close relationship with GBViE and PSEA Specialists at HQ and in other regions.
    Support UNICEF GBViE Specialists and focal points at COs by organizing regular meetings, providing trainings, enhancing communication and information sharing among COs on GBViE.
    Participate in the Regional Child Protection Network to ensure there is a comprehensive plan of action to better address GBV across all humanitarian interventions.
    Engage closely with UNICEF ESARO Child Protection Specialists on key intersecting issues including efforts to address social norms and harmful practices in humanitarian and protected crises, sexual violence in conflict, children on the move and improving social service workforce strengthening.
    Liaise with UNICEF  UNICEF sections  including WASH, Health, Education, Nutrition, to ensure GBV prevention, risk mitigation and response is increasingly addressed as a cross-cutting issue, in line with the IASC GBV Guidelines, and is monitored accordingly.

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in  psychology, social work, human rights and public health or other related degree, or equivalent programming experience
    A minimum of eight of relevant professional experience in  GBViE prevention and response in humanitarian settings (with UN agencies and/or NGOs).
    Strong understanding of GBV case management system, GBV programming approaches, practices and applications i.e. on Adolescent Girl Programming, GBViE Minimum Standards, GBVIMS, IASC GBV guidelines.
    Demonstrated skills in planning and facilitating workshops and other capacity-building modalities.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: the ability to liaise with people successfully and effectively in a wide range of functions in a multi-cultural environment.
    Experience of coordinating regional multi-year donor projects across countries.
    Strong planning, project management and budget skills required.
    Ability to work independently and productively, with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
    Flexible work attitude: the ability to work productively in a team environment and independently, and to handle requests or issues as they arise.
    Ability to collect, collate and analyse data in a scientific and effective manner and strong writing skills.
    Availability to travel frequently in the region.
    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

    Deadline: 04 Jan 2023

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  • Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer, P2

    Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer, P2

    Competencies
    Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of humanitarian, emergency relief assistance and related humanitarian issues, particularly in the Southern and Eastern Africa region. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, work under pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery). 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.

    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.

    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

    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, international studies, public administration, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).

    Work Experience

    A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or the successful completion of the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP)/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P) is required.
    Experience in the Southern and/or Eastern Africa region is required.
    Experience in the field (actual setting where a mission and/or project is being implemented) in emergency situations (complex emergency or natural disaster) is required.
    Experience in a humanitarian context in the UN Common System or other comparable international organization is desirable.

    Languages
    French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org