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  • Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

    Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

    Job Overview/Summary
    IRC’s Measurement Unit is investing significantly to improve the use of technology in M&E within its programs in international Crisis Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD). This will include development and deployment of new data collection, management and visualization tools, the transition from paper to electronic data collection, and improvements and standardization of data management tools (collectively described as “toolkits”). Working with the Director of Data & Monitoring, the Senior Business Analyst, IT Specialists and other members of the Measurement Team, the Business Analyst will apply their experience of M&E in the humanitarian and development field, to work as part of a team dedicated to creating high quality products that meet country measurement needs, along with the vital support systems and materials to drive their successful uptake.
    Key Responsibilities

    Coordinate the development of data toolkit workplans and document the scope, timeline, and costs for each toolkit.
    Plan and schedule project meetings with key staff in Measurement IT, Technical Excellence, and program teams.
    Support M&E toolkit requirements gathering and documentation, consulting with stakeholders to make sure they are correct and complete.
    Coordinate user acceptance testing, including helping technical unit product owners to develop user stories for testing, communicating with users, and collecting user feedback.
    Collaborate closely with IT and other key partners to ensure configurations meet requirements and adhere to IRC standards.
    Develop M&E Toolkit technical/programmatic guidance in collaboration with the technical units and IT, analyzing existing guidance for gaps and supporting the development of new guidance.
    Collaborate with the technical units and MU learning and training advisor to develop user-friendly training and participate in training delivery for system users.
    Regularly connect with internal partners to socialize and improve toolkits.
    Other measurement unit responsibilities as mutually agreed

    Job Requirements:
    Minimum Requirements

    A master’s degree in social sciences, business or other relevant field, or a bachelor’s with equivalent experience.
    At least 4 years of professional experience, including monitoring and evaluation and technology implementation roles in humanitarian/development projects in diverse and low resources contexts.
    Familiarity with ODK based data collection tools such as Commcare or KoboCollect.
    Experience with data analysis and visualization, in Excel, Power BI, Tableau or similar.
    Experience leading planning processes, building workplans and collaborating across diverse groups.
    Experience creating content for and delivering technical trainings.
    Ability to learn fast and work independently in a culturally diverse environment, listen and respond sensitively to different communication styles, and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.
    Willingness to travel, including to insecure locations.

    Preferred Requirements

    Experience with user acceptance testing (UAT).
    Experience with Jira, or other project management systems and agile development principles.
    Knowledge of at least one other IRC language (French, Spanish or Arabic).

    Apply via :

    rescue.csod.com

  • Interpreter, Russian

    Interpreter, Russian

    Responsibilities
    Under the broad supervision of the Senior Interpreter, the Interpreter will be responsible for the following duties:

    Services up to seven meetings per week (exceptionally eight), usually of no more than three hours duration.
    Provides interpretation, as required, into Russian of speeches or statements given in English and/or French and interpretation into English and/or French of speeches given in Russian
    Routinely covers sensitive meetings.
    Routinely functions as team leader of all interpreters assigned to a given meeting.
    May be called upon to serve as Chief Interpreter on missions.
    May assist in the screening, training and examining of prospective Russian interpreters.
    May provide guidance and coaching to junior interpreters.
    May function as Programming Officer.
    May perform other related duties, as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration; split-second accuracy. Ability to work under continuous stress and deliver clear interpretation on an exceedingly broad range of subjects. 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.
    COMMITMENT TO CONTINUOUS LEARNING: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

    Education

    A first level degree from a university or from an institution of equivalent status is required. A Master’s degree is desirable. Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations Competitive Examination for Russian interpreters.

    Work Experience

    At least five (5) years of professional interpreting experience in international organizations is required.
    Experience providing accurate interpretation of a broad range of UN subjects is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages in the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, a perfect command of Russian, normally expected to be the candidate’s main language, is required.
    Candidates for this position must also possess an excellent command of English and French and/or Spanish.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Capacity Building on Gender Mainstreaming

    Capacity Building on Gender Mainstreaming

    Overall Objective:

    To enhance gender mainstreaming practice in CHAK programmes and projects.

    Specific Objectives:

    To conduct a rapid gender needs assessment to assess the organisation’s efforts to mainstream gender and identify key gaps through an organisational self-assessment tool
    To develop training content to build the organisation’s capacity to mainstream gender in its programmes and projects
    To deliver a two-day in-person training workshop on gender mainstreaming to key staff with representation from CHAK’s various programmes, projects and functions
    To guide the organisation to develop an action plan for ensuring gender mainstreaming in its various programmes, projects and overall strategic plan
    To provide tools to aid the organisation in evaluating its progress towards gender mainstreaming in its various programmes and projects

    Expected Results

    Organisational gender needs assessment results
    Customised gender mainstreaming training approach
    Deliver two-day gender mainstreaming workshop to key CHAK staff (approximately 20 staff)
    Action/Follow up plan to ensure gender mainstreaming in CHAK’s strategic plan, programmes and projects
    Gender mainstreaming evaluation framework

    Qualifications

    Masters’ Degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Development Studies or related field.
    At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience in designing and delivering gender mainstreaming training
    Demonstrated experience gender capacity building
    Excellent facilitation and presentation skills

    Qualified and Interested consultants/consultancy firms should submit their expression of interest, accompanied by capacity statement and consultancy proposal that includes costing and delivery timelines to;General SecretaryChristian Health Association of KenyaMusa Gitau Road, off Waiyaki WayP.O Box 30690, 00100, NairobiEmail: secretariat@chak.or.ke / hr@chak.or.ke

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  • Telecoms Operator Assistant Administrative Officer

    Telecoms Operator Assistant Administrative Officer

    Duties And Qualifications

    Telecoms Operator

    Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

    Direct supervision and support are received from the head of the relevant functional unit. The Telecoms Operator will also refer to technical manuals and UNHCR instructions concerning telecom operations.

    All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

    Duties

    Distribute incoming cables, messages, and other communication in accordance with established instructions.
    Ensure that all communications handed to him/her for transmission are properly prepared and authorized and promptly transmitted.
    Select the most efficient and economic means for the transmission of messages, taking into consideration the nature and priority of communications to be transmitted.
    Maintain a station log where all occurrences related to the operation of the telecommunication equipment are entered.
    Ensure that no unauthorised communications are exchanged on the network.
    Maintain all the equipment placed under his/her responsibility in good working condition.
    Assist new staff members in the proper operation of telecommunication equipment.
    May perform secretarial functions, such as handling paperwork on routine matters, arranges appointment/meetings both internally and externally, screen telephone calls, type a wide variety of materials from drafts, printed text, use word processor.
    May assist in making travel arrangements.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education & Professional Work Experience

    Years of Experience / Degree Level

    G4 – 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher

    Field(s) of Education

    Not applicable

    Certificates and/or Licenses

    Regulate requmts radio license

    (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

    Relevant Job Experience

    Essential

    Not specified

    Desirable

    Sound knowledge and practice of secretarial functions.

    Functional Skills

    CO-Cross-cultural communication
    (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

    Language Requirements

    For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
    For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
    For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

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  • Household Economic Strengthening Officer (Re-Advertisement)

    Household Economic Strengthening Officer (Re-Advertisement)

    Role Purpose 
    Under the general guidance and direction of the Household Economic Strengthening (HES) Advisor, the Household Economic Strengthening Officer will provide support to all livelihoods or household economic strengthening work at field level. S/he will be involved in the research and learning, monitoring and evaluation of the livelihoods aspects of the NAWIRI project. With the guidance of the HES Advisor, S/he will be involved in the coordination and networking with NAWIRI consortium partners led by Mercy Corps, County departments responsible for agriculture, livestock, nutrition, trade and other NGOs. S/he will support on all household economic strengthening elements of the project, providing capacity building for the county staff. S/he will promote best practice in the livelihoods programmes and contribute to the overall success of the NAWIRI programme. S/he will be involved in the implementation of livelihoods or household economic strengthening activities in Turkana and /Samburu County.
    Key Areas of Accountability

    Work closely with the county government partners in implementation of the livelihoods component of NAWIRI programme.
    Liaise with other consortium implementing teams to ensure sequencing, layering and integration and implementation of various components of NAWIRI projects.
    Participate in the drawing of detailed implementation plans (DIP) and ensure daily/weekly/monthly planning for its implementation. 
    Carry out regular monitoring visits, ensuring that project objectives are met as per agreed work plans.
    Participate in the development of reporting systems for data collection, follow-up, and feedback to relevant partners and other agencies.
    Support supply-chain staff in the coordination and quality control of livelihoods supplies.
    Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation, inclusion and accountability in NAWIRI programme.
    Participate in monitoring and provide timely, relevant, accurate input on overall technical aspects of NAWIRI Livelihoods programme work in Samburu county. 
    Liaise with the HES Advisor to ensure County government staff receive the necessary and appropriate technical support. In consultation with the HES Advisor agree on the range of advice, support, training and/or other assistance required by the other arms of NAWIRI to ensure sequencing, layering and integration as per the agreed model of poverty graduation component of NAWIRI programme.
    Provide inputs for generation of quality first draft reports to donors to ensure that technical debates are well articulated and reports are of acceptable quality before submission.
    With guidance from the HES Advisor, participate in the design and implementation of Livelihoods related research or assessments work such as HEA baseline assessments etc.
    Regularly review and monitor programmes for child safeguarding issues. Take corrective action in modifying programme activities and/or report incidents.
    Collect complaints and feedback during field activities and ensure that these are shared with MEAL officers for updating of the CFRM database.
    Participate actively in NAWIRI programme meetings, planning and review activities.
    Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

    Contract Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
    Work Location: Samburu
    Qualification and Experience

    Bachelor degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences, Community Development or other discipline relevant to rural livelihoods.
    At least 3 years relevant project work experience in an international NGO or similar organization.
    Good technical knowledge of policy and practice in the field of livelihoods, crop and livestock production as well as other cross cutting issues.
    Understanding and experience in implementing nutrition security, food security and livelihoods programmes.
    Good understanding of system approach to ending persistent acute malnutrition.
    Clear understanding of and proactive approach to nutrition resilience, hunger and food security issues in Kenya, particularly in the context of Samburu county.
    Understanding and experience in child rights programming.
    Strong commitment to capacity building of county staff and partners with willingness to adopt participatory and consultative approaches.
    Experience with livelihoods programming in arid and semi-arid land (ASAL) settings preferred.
    Good communication, presentation, training and report writing skills.
    Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels.
    Willing to work in isolated rural areas with basic living conditions, and work in difficult field conditions.
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets.
    Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy.
    Demonstrates Save the Children’s core values of accountability, collaboration, integrity, ambition, and creativity.
    Fluent in English and Swahili, both written and oral; Local language skills a major advantage.
    Qualified native candidates from Samburu county are encouraged to apply.

    Apply via :

    kenya.savethechildren.net

  • Senior Interpreter, Arabic Interpreter, Spanish

    Senior Interpreter, Arabic Interpreter, Spanish

    Responsibilities
    Within delegated authority, the Senior Interpreter will be responsible for the following duties:

    Services up to seven meetings per week (exceptionally eight), usually of no more than three hours duration, of various United Nations bodies.
    Provides interpretation, as required, into Arabic of speeches or statements given in English and/or French and interpretation into
    English and/or French of speeches given in Arabic.
    Provides interpretation services to sensitive meetings.
    Functions as team leader of all interpreters assigned to a given meeting.
    Assists the Chief of Section in assessing the performance of staff and freelance interpreters.
    Assists the Chief of Section, as appropriate, in the screening, training and examining of prospective interpreters.
    Assists the Chief of Section in instructing and advising interpreter trainees.
    Serves as Team leader on missions and as Officer in Charge, if required.
    Assumes the role of Chief of Section when designated.
    Performs other related duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM : Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration; split-second accuracy. Ability to work under continuous stress and deliver clear interpretation on an exceedingly broad range of subjects. 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.
    TEAM WORK : 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.
    MANAGING PERFORMANCE : Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability 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.
    LEARDERSHIP : Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

    Education

    A first-level degree from a university or institution of equivalent status is required. Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations Language Competitive Examination for Arabic Interpreters.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of professional interpreting experience in international organizations, of which at least five (5) years working within the United Nations system or similar international organization is required.
    Relevant language experience within the UN System or in similar international organization is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages in the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency / perfect command of Arabic normally expected to be the incumbent’s main language is required. Candidates for this post must also possess an excellent knowledge of English or French.

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  • Production of a Film for Project Documentation Community Engagement Officer

    Production of a Film for Project Documentation Community Engagement Officer

    TERMS OF REFERENCE
    Description and scope of work:
    This Project Documentation seeks to bring top-of-mind awareness to the work implemented by the different PROSPECTS partners in Kakuma Refugee Camp, the Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement, and the Dadaab Refugee Complex, in order to document their activities – stories for impact visibility, attained through PROSPECTS’ execution to donors, operational and implementing partners in the refugee operation, in-country national audience, and displacement affected communities globally.
    Deliverables of the project:

    A script, work plan, and a storyboard for the video based on inputs from the FilmAid Kenya Communications team and provided audiovisual resources.
    At least two draft edits for input and one final version of the project video.
    Final video optimized for web format (15-20 minutes)
    At least two video cutdowns ( 5-10 minutes)
    Support provided by FilmAid Kenya:
    FilmAid Kenya will regularly communicate with the Consultant, provide feedback and guidance and the necessary support to achieve the objectives of the work, and remain aware of any upcoming issues related to the performance and quality of work.
    FilmAid Kenya will provide the Consultant with:
    Project information (reports, existing audio vidual resources, human stories, PROSPECTS-branded pictures);
    Branding and other PROSPECTS Project communication guidelines;
    Suggestions on the most suitable stories to aid in script development.
    Performance Period and Station:
    This is a performance-based assignment, and the final approved deliverables are expected on or before the 20th of June 2022. Precise timelines will be developed after discussion with the selected Consultant / Consultancy Firm. Sufficient time will be allocated to ensure content is relevant and brings about the desired results. The Consultancy will be remote-based.

    Role Summary:

    Under the overall guidance and supervision of the FilmAid Kenya Communications team, the selected Consultant / Consultancy Firm will be responsible for the following:
    Creation of the general concept of the video; Development of the detailed scenarios of the video and coordination and approval of the scenarios with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team.
    Ensuring timely delivery of all end products by providing a schedule/work/production plan.
    Collect existing audiovisual elements (videos, photos, audio, infographics) from Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team to use to edit the project.
    Edit the footage in line with the script agreed and approved by Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team and produce a professional quality package of broadcast quality.
    Record and edit narration/voice-over where needed under the guidance of the relevant FilmAid Kenya focal person.
    Embed subtitles in the video as per need; Audio balance the final product and convert it into formats for use on TV, radio, web, and provide feedback on edit resources.
    Liaising with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team on production schedules, end product formats, and materials access.
    Creation of teasers, trailers, cutdowns, and other promotional vignettes of the film for use on social media and other digital distribution channels.
    Ensure the film is completed efficiently and on schedule; determine and manage priorities.

    Desired Skills and Qualifications:

    In-depth knowledge of post-production processes, workflows, and best practices, including scheduling and final deliverables.
    Knowledge and demonstrated experience in assembling ready audiovisual resources to create a story-worthy film using various editing/post-production formats.
    Top-notch organizational skills, ability to take direction and give orders as needed.
    Work independently and with teams, able to decipher problems and create solutions.
    Experience covering social, humanitarian, and development subjects will be an asset.
    Adept at determining priorities and hitting deadlines; ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
    Productivity-focused and proven to be a quick problem solver, with the ability to overcome technical challenges as necessary.

    before the 19th of April 2022 by 5:00 pm EAT

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  • Consultant to Support Strategic Plan Development

    Consultant to Support Strategic Plan Development

    Scope of the work
    The consultant(s) are expected to undertake the following:
    Review relevant background documents: The consultant(s) will conduct an initial review of the existing GCSP 2014-2016, other relevant reports from the GCCI, and reports related to private sector and SME development in Garissa produced by the ILO and other relevant partners to gather an understanding of the role of the GCSP, the business environment (including for MSMEs and cooperatives) and context in Garissa County, including in the Dadaab Refugee Camp. **
    Deliver a market and institutional assessment report: Based on the initial document review, the consultants will deliver a maximum 10-page summary report describing the businesses in Garissa and the environment in which they operate. The report should identify the main challenges and opportunities for inclusive private sector development in Garissa County. The report should also highlight specific challenges and opportunities available for refugees and for women owned businesses in refugee and hosting communities. The report should also include an institutional assessment showing the strengths and weaknesses of the Garissa Chamber of Commerce.**
    Design a strategy and business plan for GCCI The consultant will consultatively design a strategy to develop the private sector actors in Garissa based on the strengths and addressing weaknesses of GCCI, maximizing identified opportunities while mitigating the challenges for private sector development in Garissa County. The strategy should follow a market-based logic that envisions both push and pull dynamics. In this sense, push interventions are those that focus on building the necessary capacities of entrepreneurs, SMEs (including cooperatives) and larger enterprises to access market opportunities and include things like business management competencies, technical skills and soft skills such as communication, risk management and negotiation. Pull interventions are those that focus on establishing business linkages and creating inclusive growth in economic sectors of importance in Garissa County. **
    The strategy and business plan is expected to deliver a clear plan on what will be delivered by who, when and the expected results, including a complete list of stakeholders to be consulted for the development of the strategy, the ways in which stakeholder dialogues and consultations will take place, a revised timeline for the development of the GCSP and any other additional methodological considerations, including key knowledge gaps. The methodological note should outline the steps that consultants will take to ensure inclusion and representation of SMEs, women and members of refugee communities in consultation processes.
    In order to ensure the ownership of the GCSP remains with the GCCI and reflects the interests of the private sector of Garissa County, the consultant will engage key stakeholders including sector representatives in the KNNC-Garissa in a series of dialogues throughout the drafting process. During these dialogues, consultants will capture key messages and priorities to be included in the strategy. **

    Deliver a draft GCSP: Consultant will deliver a draft GCSP to be reviewed by the ILO and relevant stakeholders, including the GCCI. The draft GCSDP should not exceed 30 pages and should include clear strategic points for the development of SMEs and Cooperatives, including those led by women and men in refugee and host communities. The draft GCSP should be clearly informed by the document review and stakeholder dialogues and consultations. It should also align to the National Chamber’s strategy, and Kenya’s economic blueprint as described in the Vision 2030.

    The draft GCSP should propose both push and pull strategies to support private sector development in Garissa, where push strategies aim to build the capacities of enterprises, and pull strategies aim to attractive investment and create inclusive economic growth.
    Validate the GCSP and prioritize key interventions: Once the consultant has integrated key inputs into the draft GCSP, they will facilitate a validation workshop with the GCCI and key stakeholders to present and validate the GCSP and to start discussing a concrete roadmap for its implementation.
    Deliver final GCSP: Following the validation workshop, the consultant(s) will integrate final inputs received during the validation workshop and deliver a final GCSP.
    Deliver roadmap for implementation of the GCSP: Based on the inputs received during the validation workshop and additional consultations as needed, the consultant(s) will propose a concrete roadmap for the implementation of the GCSP over a five-year period, with clear activities outlined for years 1 and 2 of implementation.
    Required competencies

    Consultant should have a masters level degree and demonstrated experience in private sector development.
    Very good knowledge of the role of the Chamber of Commerce, and membership business support institutions.,
    Demonstrated capacity to liaise and communicate efficiently
    Experience in strategy development
    Understanding of Garissa County context, and role of the refugee population in the Garissa business ecosystem will be an added advantage.

    Interested applicants should submit their expression of interest in conducting the assignment including technical and financial proposals (Max. 5 pages) and Cvs to E- mail: nboprocurement@ilo.org to reach no later than Sunday 10th April 2022, Quoting “**Garissa Chamber Strategy**

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  • Humanitarian Affairs Officer

    Humanitarian Affairs Officer

    Responsibilities
    Within delegated authority, the Humanitarian Affairs Officer (PSEA Advisor) will be responsible for the following duties:

    Serves as a policy officer; advise on overall policy direction on protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) in the humanitarian sector; reviews and provides advice and expertise to Humanitarian Coordinators, Heads of Offices, field managers, PSEA coordinators on a diverse range of policy issues, related to mitigation, prevention, and response to sexual exploitation and abuse to ensure the effective delivery of humanitarian assistance and the linkages with other related areas (e.g. protection, gender).
    Leads and/or participates in working groups related to providing field support to inter-agency PSEA coordinators and networks, providing technical advice and support to countries and on the roll out of IASC tools, policies, and guidance.
    Assists in the production of guidance to PSEA Coordinators to integrate protection from sexual exploitation and abuse in the humanitarian programming cycle.
    Initiates and coordinates activities related to technical cooperation and technical assistance projects in PSEA; formulates project proposals and relevant project documents; provides technical support to field work; reviews and clears project reports for submission to governments. Undertakes and provides support to technical assistance and other field missions, eg participates in interagency field missions to undertake reviews of PSEA coordination mechanisms.
    Organizes and prepares studies on PSEA; organizes follows-up work, including interagency technical review meetings or field missions to support policy development and decision-making on important issues; and ensures the implementation of recommendations emanating from relevant studies.
    Assists or leads, as appropriate, in the preparation of OCHA/IASC reports, studies, background papers, policy guidelines, correspondence, presentations, background papers, policy guidelines, etc.; develops country-specific indicators for countries of concern in collaboration with area experts and ensures the subsequent monitoring of these indicators; recommends actions based on the analysis of pertinent information.
    Partners with other humanitarian agencies to plan and evaluate complex humanitarian and emergency assistance programmes; helps ensure that latest findings, lessons learned, policy guidelines, etc. are incorporated into these activities, including gender-related considerations.
    Establishes and maintains strategic partnerships with key constituencies to elicit support for and maximize impact of IASC PSEA strategy and plan of action, including liaison with the UN Sexual Exploitation and Abuse working group.
    Serves as the primary focal point on specific topics or policy-related issues; keeps abreast of latest developments, liaises with other humanitarian organizations, donors, etc., ensures appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms; provides information and advice on a range of related issues. Organizes and participates in work groups, meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners humanitarian and emergency relief-related matters.
    May participate in planning and preparation of unit budget and work program.
    Provides leadership and work direction to assigned work team, and/or mentors and supervises the work of new/junior officers.
    Performs other duties as required.

    Competencies

    Professionalism: Knowledge of wide range of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related humanitarian issues. Conceptual and strategic analytical capacity, to include ability to analyze and articulate the PSEA and humanitarian dimension of complex issues that require a coordinated UN response. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of complex issues/problems. Ability to negotiate and to influence others to reach agreement. Ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery). Knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian affairs and knowledge of the institutions of the UN system. Demonstrated ability to complete in-depth studies and to formulate conclusions/recommendations. Ability to relate humanitarian affairs issues and perspectives, including gender issues, to political, economic, social and human rights programmes in affected country/region. 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.
    Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applica

    Education

    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. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two 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 humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or other related area is required.
    Out of seven years of relevant professional experience, at least five years of professional experience in the fields of protection from sexual exploitation and abuse, protection, gender-based violence, staff conduct and discipline and/or gender is required.
    At least three years in the last seven years of experience in protection from sexual exploitation and abuse in humanitarian contexts in the field is desirable.
    Experience in humanitarian coordination in UN, NGO and inter-agency settings at field level is desirable.
    Experience advocating for PSEA with governments, clusters and donors at field and global level is desirable.
    Experience of community-based complaint mechanisms/ SEA reporting channels, implementing partner assessments, victim/survivor assistance, and/or engagement with national authorities on PSEA is desirable.
    Experience working in the IASC or in other inter-agency bodies or processes is desirable.

    Languages

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

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org