AUTO ASSURED TECHNICAL OFFICERS AND TECHNICAL OFFICERS TRAINEES JOB IN KENYA

REF: AATO/11 & AATOT/11- TECHNICAL OFFICERS AND TECHNICAL OFFICERS TRAINEES

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Diploma in Automotive Engineering from a well established and recognized institution Fast Motor Vehicle Mechanical and Electrical Diagnostic skills – knowledge of new motor vehicle models a must.       Excellent Driving skills, with a minimum driving experience of 3 years – Class BCE. Should be 27-35 years of age. Excellent knowledge of Nairobi and its environs COP an added advantages Work Experience Minimum of 2 years Workshop Experience in body and mechanical for the Technical Officer’s position. All Candidates Must Be/Have Fluent in English and Kiswahili Excellent communication and public relation skills. Self  motivated  with the ability to prioritize tasks Leadership skills, Organisational and problem solving skills. Basic Office Organisational skills( report, letter and minutes writing ) Computer Literate – Microsoft Office Neat and Presentable. Team player Punctual. Disciplined. Integrity and Honesty a must Fast learner. Ability to work long hours Ability and willingness to work in any part of the country Ambitious. Demonstratable Leadership Skills Ability to communicate with individuals of all nationalities

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Auto Assured Sales Excecutive Job In Kenya

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• A degree holder / a Sales and Marketing Diploma from a recognized institution and or Certification of Proficiency in Insurance
• Computer proficiency minimum MS Office
• Willing to work on a commission based remuneration structure
• Proven sales experience an added advantage

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Sale of company  products
• Build and maintain a strong profitable customer base
• Product information and Customer service

All Candidates Must Be/Have

• Fluent in English and Kiswahili
• Excellent communication and public relation skills.
• Self  motivated  with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Leadership skills, Organisational and problem solving skills.
• Basic Office Organisational skills (report, letter and minutes writing)
• Computer Literate – Microsoft Office
• Neat and Presentable.
• Team player
• Punctual.
• Disciplined.
• Integrity and Honesty a must
• Fast learner.
• Ability to work long hours
• Ability and willingness to work in any part of the country
• Ambitious.
• Demonstratable Leadership Skills
• Ability to communicate with individuals of all nationalities

Please hand deliver or email your CV and cover letter to
Email: jobs@autoassured.com

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ACORD Policy and Advocacy Advisor Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Summary

This position is located in London and part of the ACORD Programming Team. The aim is the implementation of the policy and advocacy plans designated for UK and Europe in general in close collaboration with the Pan-African programme team based in Nairobi. Under the supervision of the Head of Policy & Advocacy, the Policy and Advocacy Advisor will play a role of leadership in development of agreed research and advocacy agenda in the UK and more broadly in Europe. This includes research, intelligence gathering, media, partnership and alliance building, popular mass mobilisation and lobby work, as well as capacity building, learning and knowledge management. The Policy and Advocacy Advisor shall lead this work in close collaboration with the rest of the policy and advocacy team in Nairobi, and in country and regional programmes across Africa.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

PROGRAMMING

1. In close collaboration with the Head of Policy & Advocacy, develop a clear strategy of positioning the agreed Africa Led policy and advocacy agenda in UK and Europe in general; and an implementation plan for its efficient delivery;
2. Keep abreast of Research and policies development and debates in Europe, relevant to the issues pertinent to ACORD, particularly issues of food sovereignty, gender justice, HIV & Aids, conflict and relevant linkages, and maintain a regular process of feeding the ACORD Pan-African Program Team and Area Programmes;
3. Develop and maintain sustained Partnerships and Alliances with Civil Society Organisations and Social Movements in the UK and Europe in general to advance the advocacy agenda of ACORD, especially those engaged on the same issues as ACORD, and support relevant links with the pan African movement;
4. Develop and implement a lobbying and advocacy strategy and plans towards critical actors and "change makers" in the UK and Europe;
5. Raise sustained public profile of ACORD and its agenda through creating, developing and maintaining good relations with the media in Europe;
6. Facilitate farmers, partners and staff of ACORD in Africa to engage in relevant processes, and policy debate in Europe

FUNDING AND MANAGEMENT

1. In collaboration with the Partnership Development Unit, search the external environment and contribute to mobilize sufficient resources for implementation of the Pan-African Program through participation in concept and proposal writing;
2. Manage the approved budget for the Pan-African programme allocated for the Northern area within the approved annual work plan and produce regular monthly update and bi-annual, annual narrative and financial report

Competencies and skills requirements

• Masters in Social Sciences, Sustainable Development or Agricultural Sciences; International Relations or Communication, Law or related field;
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in advocacy program in the NGO sector and social movement with international NGOs or institutions;
• Sustained experience in popular mobilization and Policy Advocacy work at International level especially on issues related to economic justice, other relevant issues;
• Relevant experience in policy analysis, lobbying and media work;
• Experience in networking and partnership and capacity in partnership management;
• Bilingual: English-French spoken and written is an added advantage for the position;
• Excellent Communication (written and oral) and Public Relations skills;
• High level of conceptual, strategic thinking and analysis;
  
• Very good understanding of economic and gender justice at the level of Policy influence in the European and international arena and good understanding of African realities;
• Highly conversant with Civil Society and Social Movement approaches on issues of economic justice and gender justice;
• Good organisational, research, negotiation and analytical capabilities.

Download: Application form
Detailed terms of reference
Remuneration: a very competitive package
Apply to:
Human Resources & Organisational Development Manager
ACORD Nairobi, ACK Garden House,
P. O. Box 61216, 00200,
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: +254 20 2721172, 2721185/86
To apply, please download and complete the application form and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box.
Closing Date: 28th October 2011

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ACORD National Coordinator, ACORD Burundi Job in Burundi

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Head of Programmes Operations & Development (HPOD), the Area Programme Manager is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership and operational management of the Burundi Area Programme and represents ACORD with the Government, Local and international partners in the country. The position will be based in ACORD Country Office in Bujumbura with regular visits to all project locations in Burundi.
Specific responsibilities:

• Provide overall direction and leadership in the development, implementation and monitoring of the ACORD Burundi country strategy, ensuring its continued relevance with the changing circumstances in the country and region and ensuring that it is aligned to the ACORD global strategic direction and thematic choices;
• Represent ACORD and its interests in its relationship and collaboration with government, international and local organizations, networks, media and all other partners in Burundi. Raise the profile of ACORD in the country and among key partners;
• Lead the development of the Area Programme methodologies, participatory & human rights approaches;
• Provide overall coordination of programming activities including the design, development, planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of practical activities, research and policy advocacy initiatives in line with the ACORD strategic direction and thematic choices;
• Spearhead resource mobilisation initiatives within the country and internationally to increase the resource base especially unrestricted funds;
• Ensure effective financial management of the Area Programme through enhancing the systems, structures and processes of budgeting and budget monitoring, accountability, policy compliance, reporting etc;
• In close collaboration with the Partnership Development Unit spearhead partnership development and management, resource mobilization and effective grants management and reporting;
• Ensure that comprehensive human resources management policies and practice are in place in accordance with the Global Human Resources Management Manual and the Burundi labour laws;
• Ensure the smooth flow of internal and external communication in line with the objectives and interest of the organization.

Competencies and skills requirements:

• Master Degree level education in development studies; Higher degree in management related-field is desirable;
• At least 5 years working experience within NGO development programmes in Africa and especially in Burundi, with at least 3 years experience working in senior management position;
• Proven experience in strategy and programme management, especially at country programme management level;
• Proven experience in research and advocacy and familiarity with the use of participatory development methodologies and gender approach to development;
• Strong experience and skills in people management and financial management;
• Experience in networking, alliance building and partnership management;
• Knowledge of current thinking on development issues and methodologies;
• Good organisational, negotiation and analytical capabilities;
• Bilingual: French-English- spoken and written is an essential requirement for the position. Excellent oral and written communications skills, creative and open to ideas. Basic Computer Literacy.

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Detailed terms of reference
Application form
Remuneration: A competitive national package
Apply to:
Human Resources & Organisational Development Manager
ACORD Nairobi, ACK Garden House,
P. O. Box 61216, 00200,
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: +254 20 2721172, 2721185/86
To apply, please complete an application form (attached above) and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box.
Closing Date: 28th October 2011

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ACORD Gender Policy Advisor Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Summary

This position is located in Nairobi, Kenya.
Responsibilities:

1. To coordinate the development and implementation of the gender thematic programmes in line with the overall ACORD Strategic Plan, the Pan-African programme, Gender thematic strategies and Programming guidelines
2. To provide technical and methodological support to ACORD's country and area programmes across Africa in relation to gender work
3. To actively contribute to define strategies advancing gender work at Pan-African level through research, partnership, alliance building and advocacy initiatives
4. To provide leadership in cross-learning and knowledge generation for thematic alignment in relation to ACORD's gender strategic priorities across the organisation.

Competencies and skills requirements

• Masters in Social Sciences/Sustainable Development/Gender or similar field;
• Four (4) years working experience with an International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGO) at Management level;
• Strong experience in strategic planning, policy formulation, lobbying and media work;
• Experience in popular mobilisation and policy advocacy at international level, alliance and partnership building;
• Bilingual: English-French spoken and written is an added advantage;
• Excellent Communication (written and oral) and Public Relations skills;
• Highly conversant with Civil Society and Social Movement approaches at Pan-African level;
• Good organisational, research, negotiation and analytical capabilities.

Remuneration: A competitive national package
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Application form
Detailed Job Description
Apply to:
Human Resources & Organisational Development Manager
ACORD Nairobi, ACK Garden House,
P. O. Box 61216, 00200,
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: +254 20 2721172, 2721185/86
To apply, please complete the application form attached and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box.
Closing Date: 28th October 2011

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ACORD Social Marketing Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Summary

The Social Marketing Officer will focus on areas of work that are new to ACORD with a view to generate financial and ideological support for ACORD's work on generating policy and practice changes. The position will also support the efficiency of ACORD's advocacy campaigns and is located in Nairobi, Kenya. He/she will collaborate extensively with colleagues across the organisation.

Responsibilities

Within the broad parameters set in ACORD's approved global strategy 2011-2015, and related strategies and policies:

1. Support the enhanced efficiency of ACORD's people-centred advocacy campaigns;
2. Contribute to increasing traffic on ACORD's website;
3. Support overall marketing with a view to mobilise unrestricted funding and funds from non-traditional sources, e.g. corporations;
4. Contribute to a culture of information sharing and organisational learning in social marketing and communications;
5. Any other emerging tasks as agreed with the Partnership Development and Communications Advisor

Required qualifications

• First degree in Marketing or equivalent professional qualification; a Masters degree is an added advantage;
• 3-5 years working experience in marketing or related field of expertise;
• Experience in all aspects of implementing and maintaining marketing strategies including Technical marketing skills and sound understanding of marketing principles
• Knowledge and proven experience in new social media, online marketing, customer/donor relationship management and market research;
• Fully conversant with ICT and office applications. Experience with relevant software applications

Relevant Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication skills for different audiences;
• Excellent collaboration and team work;
• Organization and planning, problem analysis and problem-solving capabilities;
• Formal presentation skills (for a private sector and donor audience);
• Persuasiveness and ability to conceptualize and present ideas in a clear and convincing manner;
• Ability to work well in a multicultural environment across different geographical locations and to handle change and unpredictability;
• Creativity, innovation and ability to take initiative, deliver under pressure and to multi-task;
• Good understanding of the development challenges in Africa and trends in social marketing and fundraising

Time frame: The contract will be for 1 year with possibility for extension.
Remuneration: A competitive national package
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Application form
Detailed job description
Apply to:
Human Resources & Organisational Development Manager
ACORD Nairobi, ACK Garden House,
P. O. Box 61216, 00200,
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: +254 20 2721172, 2721185/86
To apply, please complete the application form (attached for download) and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box.
Closing Date: 28th October 2011

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ACORD Livelihoods Thematic Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Head of Policy & Advocacy and as part of the pan Africa program team, the Pan Africa Livelihoods Thematic Manager will take the lead on research and livelihoods & food sovereignty related policy at pan Africa and global levels and provide support to area programmes and other themes. This position is located in Nairobi, Kenya.
Specific responsibilities:
1. Research , analysis, policy  and lobbying:

• Keep abreast of Research and policies development on food sovereignty, economic and trade justice and feed the PAP and ACORD in general;
• Analyse existing research, advise on new ones and follow through the process of development with the view to ensuring and managing quality;
• Take the lead in preparing pertinent briefing papers, positions papers and recommendations on current economic, trade justice agriculture policies, and food sovereignty policy;
• Technical guidance and feed in of ACORD lobbying and advocacy in development of technical and strategic arguments.

2. Support Area/Country Programmes by keeping them informed and updated on relevant development and issues with regards to economic and trade justice and in particular on food sovereignty; liaise and consult with area program managers and other interested parties to identify research, policy needs and activities in alignment with ACORD pan African ambitions
3. Support advocacy work including popular campaign and lobby by preparing advocacy material (e.g. briefing notes for press, popular material); supporting CSOs partners and farmers movements in their technical work and position statements and working with the rest of the PAP team to ensure that material produced by ACORD are accurate, understandable for the intended audience and participate in quality assurance.

Competencies and skills requirements

• Masters in Social Sciences, Sustainable Development or Agricultural Sciences or similar field;
• Minimum of Four (4) years working experience at Management level in Research and policy work in the INGO sector at Pan-African and International level;
• Strong experience in strategic planning, policy formulation, research and policy analysis in area of economic justice, trade and agriculture, lobbying and media work;
• High level of conceptual, strategic thinking and analysis skills;
• Very good understanding of food sovereignty and economic justice issues specifically at the level of Policy influence in the Pan-Africa scene;
• Highly conversant with Civil Society and Social Movement approaches on food sovereignty work at Pan-African level;
• Good organisational, research, negotiation and analytical capabilities;
• Able to manage workload and meet deadlines;
• Experience in popular mobilisation and policy advocacy at international level, alliance and partnership building;
• Bilingual: English-French spoken and written is an essential requirement for the position;
• Excellent Communication (written and oral) and Public Relations skills;

Remuneration: A competitive international package
Download:
Application form
Detailed job description
Apply to:
Human Resources & Organisational Development Manager
ACORD Nairobi, ACK Garden House,
P. O. Box 61216, 00200,
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: +254 20 2721172, 2721185/86
To apply, please complete the application form attached above and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box.
Closing Date: 28th October 2011

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Action Aid HROD Country Group Coordinators Job in Kenya

HROD Country Group Coordinators

Preferably based in Nairobi, Dakar, Rio, Bangkok and Brussels

International Terms and Conditions of Service apply, base salary GB£40,289 per annum negotiable
ActionAid has recently approved its Strategy for 2012-2017, ‘People’s Action to End Poverty’, which reaffirms the organisational commitment to a human rights-based approach to development.  A key part of our new strategy focuses on staff capacity building, and the effective support of HROD to the Members and Country Programmes.
The Directorate for HROD and Governance has identified 7 Country Groups which will be serviced by Team Leaders in respective regional hubs. We are aiming to recruit HROD Country Group Coordinators that will be part of the Country Coordination core teams, jointly responsible for managing the supply and demand of HROD & Governance requirements for their respective countries.  These Coordinators will form part of the functional HROD Country Coordination Team reporting to the HROD Country Coordination Manager who will be the team lead.
HROD Country Group Coordinators will be the first-line interface of the International Secretariat to Country Directors and their HROD Teams. Looking into 2012-2017, the Coordinators will ensure capacity building, HROD planning, HROD monitoring and reporting for their respective countries. The key success indicator for this role will be organisational health and capacity of HROD in-country to play a strategic role and the extent to which international – national HROD standards and practices are embedded.

Desired Skills & Experience
Formally, you should have a post-graduate degree in social sciences or management with an emphasis in HR. Advanced certification in HR practice is highly desirable.HR experience in a multi-country context of a minimum of 5 years is required in this role together with professional accreditation.
The successful candidates will be Senior HROD Partners and Coordinators who have experience of the respective regional country group they will be supporting. This will be coupled with experience in international HROD, as there will be joined ventures on global projects. Experience of the INGO sector is desirable, with a good understanding of the structure and dynamics of a Federal organisation
Incumbents must have a good understanding of the respective regional dynamics, HROD contextual issues around labour legislation as well as ability to communicate in regional languages.
Experience in HR process and internal consulting will be required, with a strong focus on capacity building of country HROD staff. The key desired competency is: extensive experience in capacity building, HR planning, monitoring and reporting. The ability to lead country HROD Teams is essential. The HROD Partner will also provide leadership and coaching support to senior management teams in country. Your ability to build strong relationships, trust and capacity building will be critical in this role.
At a personal level, you must have a strong commitment to a human rights based approach to development, champion women's rights and value working with diverse cultures and the poor and marginalised groups. Your ability and willingness to travel internationally and work flexibly in virtual settings and distant management would be required.

Application Procedures:
Applications should be sent with your CV, motivation cover letter and two names of your nominated referees to: hrodcgc.jhb@actionaid.org by no later than the 28th of October 2011.
PLEASE INDICATE YOUR PREFERRED LOCATION OF INTEREST in your application:
AFRICA: Nairobi/Dakar           AMERICAS: Rio    ASIA: Bangkok    EUROPE: Brussels
Applications based in any of the other International Secretariat Hubs (i.e. Johannesburg and London) will also be considered.
Although all applications will be considered on their individual merit, suitably qualified women are especially encouraged to apply. 
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UNDP SOMALIA INTERNSHIP JOB IN KENYA

UNDP SOMALIA INTERNSHIP
Location :	Nairobi, KENYA
Application Deadline :	31-Dec-11
Type of Contract :	Internship
Post Level :	Intern
Languages Required :	English
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)	20-Jan-2011
Duration of Initial Contract :	3 - 6months
Expected Duration of Assignment :	3 - 6months
Background
The UNDP Somalia Country Office, based in Nairobi, is looking for interns in various disciplines. Students from these disciplines are welcome to apply, and depending on qualifications, shall be selected for internships that relate either to the organization's strategic activities or to administrative or technical functions. Internships will allow the successful candidates to have the opportunity to work in a multi-cultural international organization: Areas of internship include Civil Engineering Architecture Information Technology (ICT) Communication and Journalism Business Administration Project Management. Policy Studies Political Science Constitution. Local Governance Economic Law Procurement (Logistics/Supply) Human Resources. Internships may be offered at any UNDP office. However, due to security risks, non-family duty stations (i.e. in security phase III or above) may not accept interns from outside the duty station.
Duties and Responsibilities
The main duties that the intern will be expected to carry out are: Conducting research; Assist in the preparation of various documentation and reports; Assist in the cataloguing of information; Assisting in the organization of conferences, forums or other collaborative events;
Competencies
Status Interns are considered gratis personnel. They are not staff members. Interns may not be sought or accepted as substitutes for staff to be recruited against authorized posts. Interns may not represent UNDP in any official capacity. Interns’ Expenses. Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP. All costs connected with an intern's participation in the Programme must be borne by: the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his/her own arrangements for travel (including to and from the office), visas, accommodation, etc. Insurance UNDP accepts no responsibility for the medical and life insurance of the intern or costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship. As interns are not covered under any insurance, including MAIP, they should not travel to hazardous locations in the course of their internship with UNDP. Applicants for internship must show proof of valid medical and life/accident insurance for the duty station for which they will work. It must include adequate coverage in the event of an injury or illness during the internship which: requires transportation to the Home Country or Country of Residence for further treatment  results in death and requires preparation and return of the remains to the Home Country, or Country of Residence. Subsequent Employment The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNDP but to complement an intern’s studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship. Should an offer of employment be envisaged, a 3-month break, from the end of the internship, must be respected. Interns cannot apply for posts during the period of internship.
Required Skills and Experience
UNDP may accept interns providing the following conditions are met: Enrolment: Enrolled in a bachelors/masters programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) at the time of application and during the internship (if a candidate is graduating before the internship period begins, they are no longer eligible); or Pursuing their university/college studies, having completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree, if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages; Not have graduated prior to the beginning of the internship. Skills Proficiency in English required. Fluency Somali or in Arabic is an asset; Computer literate in standard software applications; Demonstrated keen interest in the work of the UN, and of UNDP in particular, and have a personal commitment to UNDP's Statement of Purpose and to the ideals of the UN Charter; and Demonstrated the ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Duration Internship assignments vary in length according to the availability and academic requirements of the intern, as well as the needs of UNDP. However, they will normally last no less than six weeks and no more than twelve months. Internship assignments are available on a part-time and full-time basis throughout the year, depending on the availability of meaningful assignments and the needs and capacity of offices to receive and supervise interns.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UN WOMEN: DEPUTY REGIONAL PROGRAMME DIRECTOR JOB IN KENYA

UN WOMEN: DEPUTY REGIONAL PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
Location :	Nairobi, KENYA
Application Deadline :	10-Nov-11
Additional Category	Management
Type of Contract :	FTA International
Post Level :	P-5
Languages Required :	English
Background
UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the centre of all its efforts, the UN Women will lead and coordinate United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors. The UN- Women Sub-regional office for the East and Horn of Africa needs to recruit a Deputy Regional Programme Director to support its work in the East and Horn of Africa. At the country level, where UN Women does not have a presence, the Sub-Regional Office will provide integrated policy and technical support to United Nations Country Teams (UNCTs) so as to ensure a stronger, more coordinated response to advancing gender equality and women's empowerment at the national level. At the Regional level, within the UN's coordination mechanisms and regional interagency mechanisms, the Sub-Regional Office will provide technical advice and leadership so as to ensure gender equality is mainstreamed throughout the UN System's response to Member State needs and priorities. In addition, under the UN Women's first Strategic Plan (2011-2013), the Deputy Regional Programme Director manages UN Women's sub-regional portfolio for East and Horn of Africa covering 9 programme countries - Djibouti, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Kenya, North Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania and Uganda.  The Deputy Regional Programme Director oversees the strategic development of the portfolio and oversight of programme implementation in the sub region, to ensure delivery of results as planned in UN Women's Strategic Plan, regional strategies and accountability framework. The Deputy Regional Programme Director will take the lead in managing the day-to-day implementation of UN Women's Sub-Regional Portfolio, under the overall strategic guidance and direction of UN Women's East and Horn of Africa Regional Programme Director and is responsible for providing specialized technical and strategic support to the Sub-Regional portfolio in managing all aspects of program management and related activities in the office/region.
Duties and Responsibilities
Advisory and specialized technical support; Program management, monitoring and oversight; Advocacy and support to UN coordination, joint programming and reform; Knowledge management and capacity building 1.Advisory and technical support Advise, support, guide and provide input to assure quality control in the formulation of relevant, high quality, results-based and rights-based country programs and projects; Provide strategic and specialized technical advice to the Regional Director on the development of systems, processes and mechanisms to support effective program planning, implementation, monitoring and timely progress reporting; Review and evaluate proposals submitted to the sub- regional office and oversee the preparation of donor proposals and reports to ensure quality, compliance with requirements as per established rules, regulations, including the commitments under relevant UNDAFs and the UN Women global Strategic Plans. Take timely action to take any corrective action to meet standards for submissions; Prepare policy document, briefs and other strategic papers/materials for the Regional Director for use in the development and presentation of a coherent regional perspective to help define regional strategic and plans of action for implementation; At the sub-regional level for East and Horn of Africa, assess the country level and sub-regional level annual work plans and present Regional Director with recommendations and conclusions to assist in development planning. 2.    Program management, monitoring and oversight Plan, implement and/or supervise the support provided to the sub-regional portfolio, including country offices and sub-regional programmes, to ensure timely and appropriate services are provided as required. Identify areas of competencies and/or weakness to ensure focused and targeted services are provided; Recommend and/or set monitoring standards, criteria and other indicators for measuring and assessing progress/results; Monitor the progress on, mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators and timely take action/decision and/or provide timely support; Lead the annual process of gathering information and prepare reports for HQ on progress of program implementation, assessing results and identifying areas for Regional Director action and/or decision to ensure achievement of results as planned and in accordance with UNW goals and objectives and accountability framework; Identify areas that may require improvement and capture best practices/lessons learned, using corporate monitoring tools, as such as the Balance Score Card, Atlas Snapshot and Dashboard, Staff Surveys, Audits and other corporate reports. Take action to improve areas of weakness; Manage the timely allocation of funds to sub-regions and countries. Monitor and ensure the appropriate utilization of resources approved and allocated to regional programs and projects that are managed by the SRO; Substantive and good quality proposals following the established rules, and regulations, and adhering to the Strategic Plan and Annual Work plans; Sustainable and solid relations developed with  counterparts, resulting in the enhanced reputation and credibility of UN Women; Under the oversight of the Regional Director, backstop the Operations Manager in preparing and providing guidance to the offices on the whole process of audit exercises, oversee the collection and verification of accurate and complete documentation for audit review, advice on the preparation of responses to audit and monitor the timely and full implementation of audit recommendations and required actions. 3.    Advocacy and support to UN coordination, joint programming and reform Support the Regional Programme Director and country level representatives in establishing and maintaining  effective consultations with governments, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on program development and implementation, resource mobilization and sustained partnerships; Upon the request of the Regional Programme Director, represent UN Women in UNCTs  as appropriate/delegated to consult, collaborate and/or interact on common issues and activities and participate in the CCA/UNDAF process to ensure the active participation of UN Women in these processes to advance gender equity and women's human rights On behalf of the sub-regional portfolio and in partnership with country-level UN Women Representatives, actively seek out participation of UN Women in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective network and to keep abreast of ongoing debate and thinking on aids development, facilitate joint programming and promote UN Women competencies and interests to advance gender and women's human rights. 4.    Knowledge management and capacity building Ensure regular assessments of the regional and sub-regional strategic and implementation plans. Identify lessons learned and areas of emphasis to guide program improvements and future strategic development plan; Manage the process of collecting and sharing lessons learned on gender equality and women's empowerment to build knowledge and capacity of partners and stakeholders; Design and implement capacity building training activities to enhance skills and knowledge in Results Based Management, Results based budgeting and systematic quality assurance; Contribute to the development and maintenance of global and regional program knowledge networks and practices, and development of knowledge products. Impact of Results The effective support provided to the Regional Programme Director in the management of programs and operations in the office directly impact on the quality of UN Women program development, implementation and results that in turn directly impact on the credibility and image of UN Women as an effective partner for regional and country organizations and as a competent knowledge based organization on gender equity and women's human rights issues.
Competencies
CORE VALUES / GUIDING PRINCIPLES:  Integrity: Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct; Cultural Sensitivity/Valuing diversity: Demonstrating an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff.  Demonstrating an international outlook, appreciating differences in values and learning from cultural diversity.   CORE COMPETENCIES: Ethics and Values: Promoting Ethics and Integrity / Creating Organizational Precedents; Organizational Awareness: Building support and political acumen; Developing and Empowering People / Coaching and Mentoring:Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation; Working in Teams:Building and promoting effective teams; Communicating Information and Ideas:Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication; Self-management and Emotional intelligence:Creating an emotionally intelligent organization; Conflict Management / Negotiating and Resolving Disagreements:Leveraging conflict in the interests of the organization & setting standards; Knowledge Sharing / Continuous Learning:Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning; Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making: Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES: Demonstrated theoretical, intellectual and technical skills in aid development/programming particularly those that are pertinent to UN Women strategic priorities on gender issues and women's rights; Demonstrated political acumen and technical capacity in representing the organization effectively in national and international fora to advocate and to promote organizational priorities, initiatives and a better understanding of the organizational strategic agenda; Proven ability to lead a practice area and to drive results;  Ability to establish and maintain broad strategic networks and partnerships with UN agencies and other international partners to promote partnership and build alliances to advance organizational interests and competencies; Ability to go beyond established procedures and practices, introduce new approaches and strategic innovations; Good knowledge of Results Based Management principles and approaches; Demonstrated theoretical, intellectual and technical skills in aid development/programming particularly those that are pertinent to UN Women strategic priorities on gender issues and women's rights.
Required Skills and Experience
Education: Masters degree (or equivalent) in development related disciplines, economics or public policy or other social science fields. Experience: Over 10 years of extensive development experience that combines intellectual, strategic and managerial leadership in development programs some of which should be in the area of gender equality and women's rights at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programs or renowned institutions/academia. Language Requirements: Written and oral proficiency in English is required. Proficiency in another UN working language is desirable. Note: In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.   All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from http://www.unwomen.org/about-us/employment Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.
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UNDP CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: 1) EVALUATION OF THE UNDP GLOBAL PROGRAMME AND 2)EVALUATION OF THE UNDP REGIONAL PROGRAMMES IN AFRICA, THE ARAB STATES, ASIA AND THE PACIFIC, EUROPE AND THE CIS, AND LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN (ONLINE JOB)

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: 1) EVALUATION OF THE UNDP GLOBAL PROGRAMME AND 2)EVALUATION OF THE UNDP REGIONAL PROGRAMMES IN AFRICA, THE ARAB STATES, ASIA AND THE PACIFIC, EUROPE AND THE CIS, AND LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN
Location :	Home-based
Application Deadline :	09-Nov-11
Type of Contract :	Individual Contract
Post Level :	International Consultant
Languages Required :	English
Background
The UNDP Evaluation Office invites interested consultants to apply for the following assignments.   Summary of proposal:   In 2012, the UNDP Evaluation Office will conduct independent evaluations of the following programmes:   - UNDP Global Programme - UNDP Regional Programmes in: Africa The Arab States Asia and the Pacific Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States Latin America and the Caribbean   The global and regional programmes, in addition to their development projects that are often of multi-country nature, engage in advocacy activities and provide technical and expert services to country office operations in UNDP’s  programmatic focus areas (poverty reduction, democratic governance, environment and energy, crisis prevention and recovery) as well as on such cross-cutting issues as capacity development and empowerment, gender equality, HIV/AIDS and South-South cooperation.   These evaluations will examine the performance of the respective programmes during the present programme cycle and analyze their strategic positioning, in order to contribute to the formulation and implementation of the new programmes, due to start in 2013.   Each of the six evaluations will be entrusted to an evaluation team composed of one to three independent evaluators, together with a task manager from the Evaluation Office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Outputs and timeframe:   Each evaluation team will be collectively responsible for: preparing a detailed evaluation plan under the guidance of the Evaluation Office (first quarter 2012); collecting and analyzing data to distill findings, assessments, conclusions and recommendations (second quarter 2012); and preparing and revising the draft report as required (third quarter 2012). This timeframe is indicative, and will be finalized upon consultations with all concerned.
Competencies
Capacity to work in a small team effectively in a collaborative manner. Strong communication skills which includes the capacity to conduct interviews effectively to gain desired inforation. Capacity to organize and analyze complex information. Capacity to work under time pressure.
Required Skills and Experience
Eligibility criteria   List of attributes Benchmark Strong analytical skills and development evaluation expertise, including in evaluation design and qualitative data analysis. Substantial experience in multi-country, strategic and/or complex development evaluations. Overall, at least 5 years of evaluation experience. Professional expertise related to at least one of UNDP’s programmatic focus areas. At least 10 years of research or similar professional engagement in these areas. Good understanding of the role and operational modalities of UNDP and/or similar organizations, including awareness of key UNDP principles such as capacity development and national ownership Work experience that indicates good understanding of the role and operational modalities of UNDP. Excellent drafting and communication skills in at least one of the languages required for the respective evaluations (Arabic, English, French, Russian and/or Spanish). Excellent drafting skills in English would be an asset particularly for team leader positions. A substantial record of professional writing (publications, articles, reports, etc.). Professional engagement involving communication skills (education, public speech, lecture, etc.) would be an asset. For regional programme evaluations, candidates from the respective regions will be given priority. Extensive work experience in the region may be considered in lieu of nationality. Submission details   Interested consultants must submit their CV through UNDP Jobs website no later than 9 November 2011.  Clearly indicate proficiencies in relevant languages in the CV.    Only short-listed candidates shall be provided with further details of the assignment, and considered for the bid solicitation.   Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedure set out in the UNDP Procurement Guidelines and UNDP Financial Rules and Regulations.  This EOI does not entail any commitment on the part of UNDP, either financial or otherwise. UNDP reserve the right to accept or reject any or all EOI without incurring any obligation to inform the affected applicant/s of the grounds.
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UNDP PROCUREMENT ASSOCIATE (LOCAL POSITION) Job in Nairobi Kenya

PROCUREMENT ASSOCIATE (LOCAL POSITION)
Location :	Nairobi, KENYA
Application Deadline :	27-Oct-11
Type of Contract :	Service Contract
Post Level :	SC-6
Languages Required :	English
Duration of Initial Contract :	One year
Expected Duration of Assignment :	One year (with possibility of extension)
Background
The Governance Programme promotes national and local institutions and serves to steward Somalia’s establishment of good governance and public accountability in an environment where government functions are nascent or non-existent. The Governance Programme has three components: a) Local governance; b) Somali Institutional Development Project (SIDP), and c) the Constitution project. Under the Local Governance component, UNDP together with four other UN agencies, works to place communities at the core of local development to ensure that the services provided are relevant to a given community and that the local councils are accountable to the people and transparent. Somali Institutional Development Project (SIDP) seeks to implement institutional development and capacity building by targeting the ‘machinery of government’ (parliament and central agencies), followed by professional institutions responsible for public administration. The Constitution project endeavors to promote reconciliation, peace and stability through a constitution-making process at the federal level.   Under the guidance and supervision of the Procurement Specialist, the Procurement Associate ensures execution of transparent and efficient procurement services and processes in the Governance programme. The Procurement Associate promotes a client-focused, quality and results- oriented approach in the Unit.      The Procurement Associate works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the CO and UNDP HQs staff for resolving complex procurement-related issues and information exchange.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions:    I.     Ensures implementation of the operational strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:   Full compliance of procurement activities with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies; implementation of the effective internal control. CO Procurement business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in Procurement and Logistics in consultation with the direct supervisor and office management.     II.    Organizes procurement processes for Governance programme, SIDP, Local Governance, Civil society and Constitution projects focusing on achievement of the following results:   Preparation of procurement plans for the Governance Programme projects and their implementation monitoring. Organization of procurement processes including preparation and conduct of RFQs, ITBs or RFPs, receipt of quotations, bids or proposals, their evaluation, negotiation of certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with UNDP rules and regulations. Preparation of Purchase orders and contracts in and outside Atlas, preparation of Recurring Purchase orders for contracting of services, vendors’ creation in Atlas. . Buyers profile in Atlas. Preparation of submissions to the Contract, Asset and Procurement Committee (CAP) and Advisory Committee on Procurement (ACP). Implementation of the internal control system which ensures that Purchase orders are duly prepared and dispatched. Timely corrective actions on POs with budget check errors and other problems. Presentation of reports on procurement in the Governance Programme   III.     Ensures implementation of sourcing strategy focusing on achievement of the following result:   Development and update of the rosters of suppliers, implementation of supplier selection and evaluation.   IV.    Ensures proper control of Governance Programme Assets focusing on achievement of the following result:   Preparation of inventory reports. Implementation of Inventory and physical verification control in the Governance projects.     V.    Ensures organization of logistical services focusing on achievement of the following results:   Organization of travel including purchase of tickets, DSA calculation, PO preparation; arrangement of shipments; vehicle maintenance; conference facilities arrangements. Timely conducted DSA, Travel Agencies, vehicle maintenance, hotel and conference VI.    Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the programme focusing on achievement of the following results: Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on Procurement. Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in Procurement. Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.   Impact of Results     The key results have an impact on the overall execution of the CO procurement services and success in implementation of operational strategies. Accurate analysis and presentation of procurement information, duly organized procurement processes ensure client satisfaction and overall timely delivery of UNDP Governance programme and projects.
Competencies
Functional Competencies:           Building Strategic Partnerships Level 1.1: Maintaining information and databases Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives   Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing  Level 1.1: Basic research and analysis Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things   Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise  Level 1.1: Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments   Promoting Organizational Change and Development Level 1.1: Presentation of information on best practices in organizational change Demonstrates ability to identify problems and proposes solutions   Design and Implementation of Management Systems Level 1.1: Data gathering and implementation of management systems Uses information/databases/other management systems   Client Orientation Level 1.1: Maintains effective client relationships Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines Responds to client needs promptly   Promoting Accountability and Results-Based Management Level 1.1: Gathering and disseminating information Gathers and disseminates information on best practice in accountability and results-based management systems.  Core Competencies: Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity  Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment Self-development, initiative-taking Acting as a team player and facilitating team work Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively Creating synergies through self-control Managing conflict Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member. Informed and transparent decision making
Required Skills and Experience
Education:           Secondary Education with specialized training in procurement. University Degree in Business or Public Administration would be desirable, but it is not a requirement   UNDP Procurement Certification programme Experience: 3 years of progressively responsible administrative experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), advance knowledge of automated procurement systems, experience in handling of web based management systems Language: Fluency in written and spoken English.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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UNDP PROGRAMME SPECIALIST (DISABILITY - DDR) Job in Juba Sudan

PROGRAMME SPECIALIST (DISABILITY - DDR)
Location :	Juba, SOUTH SUDAN
Application Deadline :	27-Oct-11
Additional Category	Crisis Prevention and Recovery
Type of Contract :	FTA International
Post Level :	P-3
Languages Required :	English
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)	15-Nov-2011
Duration of Initial Contract :	One Year
Expected Duration of Assignment :	TBD
Background
Within the framework of the 2005 Comprehensive Peace agreement (CPA), the DDR Program (now considered Phase 1) meant to enhance short-term security through capitalizing on peace dividends through reintegrating individual ex-combatants (XCs) and Special Needs Groups (SNGs), while also contributing to longer-term peace and stability. It aimed at contributing to the implementation of the remaining CPA and post CPA by creating an enabling environment to enhance security through the provision of technical and material support to the national authorities is coming to end by December 31st 2011.    On July 9, 2011 the New republic of South Sudan was born as a result of the January Referendum. A new page in the history of the country opened up along with a new direction to the DDR program in South Sudan as a new DDR policy paper has been prepared and submitted to the Council of Ministers and a participatory planning workshop for Phase 2 conducted in July-August.       With support from the international community, the upcoming Phase 2 main objectives will be to disarm, demobilize and provide appropriate support to the reintegration into civilian life of the 150,000 eligible participants (80,000 SPLA and 70,000 Police, Fire Brigade and Forest Protection agents) and to contribute to the rightsizing of the New South Sudan Armed Forced (SPLA/SSAF) building an army of development.     Ministry of Health (MoH), South Sudan Veterans and Disability Commission (SSDVDC) in collaboration with mainstream health facilities, specialized NGOs and other civil society organizations will have an active role in the medical and psychosocial rehabilitation activities while other line ministries and civil society organizations will be responsible to implement economic livelihood of DDR participants with disability in South Sudan. Upon signing of a letter of agreement (LOA), a disability program implementation unit will be setup at the MoH. Based on the above justification, there is a specific need to have a disability specialist and the South Sudan DDR Commission has requested UNDP to recruit a disability advisor to be seconded to the SSDDR commission.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall direction of the SSDDRC Director General for Programs, the South Sudan Programme Specialist (Disability) is responsible for ensuring the overall successful support to the reintegration of persons with disability according to the UNDP implemented Annual Work Plan of SSDDRC. S/he shall perform the following tasks: Lead in developing the Annual Work Plan for supporting DDR participants with disability as well as lead in developing project proposals for disability in line with UNDP or donor format as applicable. Develop South Sudan’s reintegration program strategy for the DDR participants with disability in close liaison with the SSDDRC, line ministries, SPLA, UN agencies, disability commission, other specialized NGOs and relevant stakeholders; Establish the classification and categorization of the disabled according to WHO standards and operationalize its implementation; Conduct extensive mapping of existing service delivery capacity in South Sudan relevant medical and psychosocial rehabilitation Develop and implement an advocacy and communication strategy for the DDR participants with disability in close collaboration with SPLA, Ministry of Health (MOH), UN, other national organizations and SSDDRC Public Information department; Develop the capacity of SSDDRC staff and line ministries on issues relating to support for DDR participants with disability; Conduct consultations with community members, DDR participants with disability SDDRC, relevant government institutions, local and international NGOs, the UN, the military and other key actors, as may be required from time to time. Provide technical support to SSDDRC Headquarters and State offices on issues of disability and to foster bottom-up state-relevant planning and facilitate implementation; Ensure regular and smooth flow of information on issues of DDR participants with disability between stakeholders and partners (Pact, SSDDRC, IUNNDR, other GoSS ministries and commissions, NGOs, CBOs, veterans associations, and local authorities, etc.) Prepare regular periodic (weekly, monthly and quarterly) reporting to SSDDRC on the progress of the disability program Support the Director General of Programs in preparing for and or/making presentations on issues of DDR participants with disability as may be required from time to time.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies: Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN values and ethical standards Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability Treats all people fairly without favoritism Excellent analytical and organizational skills Functional Competencies: Knowledge of disability issues, particularly relating to South Sudan; Knowledge of all aspects of programming (pre-program assessment, planning, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation); Some experience in capacity development, mentoring, teaching and training; Work experience in Sudan desirable—prefer experience working with war wounded, disabled, and/or veterans; Excellent oral and written communication/drafting skills in English, Arabic and/or local languages plus; Ability to cover high workload in a challenging environment and under a lot of time pressure; Willingness to travel within the country. Excellent computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Access Sudanese candidates only with university degree in social work, health services, or related field Assets: Must have good knowledge of the political and socio-economic conditions of the South Sudan Should have a good understanding of the SPLA disability program Should have a good knowledge of the SPLA as a national army in South Sudan  Knowledge Management and Learning  Shares knowledge and experience Provides helpful feedback and  advice to other in the office Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
Required Skills and Experience
Education: Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social sciences and Other relevant fields,   Experience: Minimum  5 years work experience in humanitarian or development setting; international experience working on DDR programming and disability rights highly desirable but not required Preference will be given to qualified candidates with disabilities Language Requirement: Fluency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of at least one local language spoken in the state is preferred
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UNDP GENDER AND SECURITY TRAINER JOB in Kenya

GENDER AND SECURITY TRAINER
Location :	Nairobi, KENYA
Application Deadline :	27-Oct-11
Type of Contract :	Individual Contract
Post Level :	International Consultant
Languages Required :	English
Expected Duration of Assignment :	3 months
Background
The Overall mandate of the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is to provide leadership, operational support and oversight of the security management system to enable the safest and most efficient way to conduct of the programs and activities of the United Nations System. UNDSS Somalia is supporting the UN Agencies through security advice and guidance so as to enable them to conduct their operations in the safest way possible. UNDSS has its headquarters in New York and have operations in more than one hundred countries. To address the need to improve the safety and security of UN and NGO staff working in Somalia, UNDSS Somalia has been conducting a pre-deployment field security awareness training to UN and NGO staff. The training, Safe and Secure Approach to Field Environment in Somalia (SSAFE –SOM), provides staff with the essential knowledge and skills to improve their ability to work safely in Somalia. Since 2008, approximately 2,393 UN and INGO staff have been trained and over half of all staff and a much larger percentage of the participating NGOs have yet to be trained. OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT: Under the overall management of Deputy Chief Security Advisor (DCSA) and direct supervision of the FSCO Training Manager, the Gender and Security Trainer will: Strengthen the capacity of UNDSS-led SSAFE training to systemically integrate and apply gender sensitive/responsive activities into their training. Integrate gender analysis into assessment, training programme design, implementation and monitoring. Review the SSAFE training manual as well as provide input into the tools, ensuring that gender is taken into consideration and that indicators are gender-sensitive and allow for  monitoring for interventions/improvements; In a coaching capacity, work along side technical staff and participants to implement the Gender aspect.
Duties and Responsibilities
SCOPE OF WORK, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ANALYTICAL WORK: Duties will include management and development of gender training materials. Assists in the coordination of the SSAFE training field simulations, including the following: Conducting a two hour session on gender and domestic violence for up to 40 participants.  Developing information on the programme by reviewing and improving existing materials, creating forum for potential, current and past participants to interact. Participating in and contributing to training needs analysis and surveys to determine appropriate training strategies. Providing relevant background materials and statistics on training activities for inclusion in reports. Contributing to the planning, design, production review and dissemination of relevant training materials to be included in the participant handbook. Conducting other security specific courses (i.e. convoy planning, hostage survival) as needed.  Evaluating SSAFE participant reaction/response to the field based simulations and providing professional feedback on what is expected with reference to the lessons learnt from the theoretical training. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT, DUTY STATION AND EXPECTED PLACES OF TRAVEL: The assignment will take three months (Renewable). The consultant will be based in UNDSS Somalia liaison office in Nairobi. The incumbent will not be required to travel to Somalia. FINAL PRODUCTS Conduct  training for approximately 120 UN/INGO staff in a period of 3 months on Gender / Security related issues with focus on what is relevant in a Somalia context. Provide facilitators notes with Gender training modules to be used in SSAFE trainings, permitting the key SSAFE trainers to train Participants. Provide a final report with a clear Action Plan and Recommendations for the continuation of the training on how to better integrate gender issues into on-going trainings.
Competencies
Experience: Minimum of five years progressively responsible professional experience at the international level, with special focus on addressing the promotion of gender equality. Minimum two years experience delivering trainings on gender-based programming and development of training materials; strong experience in coaching, facilitation, presentation and public speaking. Demonstrated experience in integrating security and gender in programming. Additional training or experience in a broad range of related fields, such as hostage incident management, gender based violence, security risk assessment is desirable. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) is desirable Language: Excellent written and oral English communication skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education: Masters degree in Gender Studies.  Additional qualifications/training in Criminology or Security Studies will be desirable.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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UN INTERVIEW REPORT WRITERS, BUREAU OF DEVELOPMENT POLICY DIRECTORATE Job in Kenya (Online)

INTERVIEW REPORT WRITERS, BUREAU OF DEVELOPMENT POLICY DIRECTORATE
Location :	Home - based
Application Deadline :	24-Oct-11
Type of Contract :	Individual Contract
Post Level :	International Consultant
Languages Required :	English
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)	01-Nov-2011
Duration of Initial Contract :	2 months
Background
Recruitment and hiring of staff is the single most important human resource management activity.  Each recruitment process and decision represents a major investment of organizational resources, constitutes a long term liability and is a direct reflection on the organization’s reputation.  Each appointment affects the performance of offices and defines UNDP’S credibility with stakeholders.    All recruitment and selection processes in UNDP are defined by five principles – competition, fairness, professional rigor and objectivity, transparency and accountability. Competency based interviewing is one of the ways UNDP assesses staff to fill vacancies across UNDP. This procedure is designed to ensure a competitive selection process for our rotational vacancies by establishing uniform selection procedures across the organization.   The Human Resource unit within the Bureau for Development Policy of the United Nations Development Programme is looking for consultants to support the interview process, specifically on note taking and writing interview reports.  Several interview report writers are needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
Takes objective and clear notes for up to 25 interviews during the contract duration identifying strengths and weakness of candidates as measured against articulated competencies; In consultation with the Human Resource representative on the interview panel, drafts the interview report in a concise and accurate manner; Prepares the interview report on a standard template the same day, when possible, or by the next day and then circulates to panel members for comments; Coordinates edits/changes to the interview report and submits final report to OHR representative. Report writers must disclose any perceived or actual conflict of interest on any panel they are assisting with.
Competencies
Plans, prioritizes, coordinates and delivers tasks on time; Remains impartial and fully confidential at all times; Displays cultural and gender sensitivity; Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure; Demonstrates openness to change and adaptability; Responds positively to feedback.
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or   equivalent in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or related field; with at least 2 years of working experience; Fluency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of other UN languages an asset; Excellent listening and writing skills; Ability to draft concisely and accurately discussions during the interview; Familiarity with UN competency-based interviewing desirable; Understanding of the UNDP context a distinct advantage; and Full knowledge of Microsoft suite of products. Submission of Application: The interested applicants must submit the updated CV clearly indicating the relevant experiences.   Evaluation Method: The evaluation and selection of the candidates will be based on a combined score of technical evaluation and financial evaluation.   Payment Method: Payment will be made based on deliverables at the end of the month.
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UN WOMEN: DEPUTY REGIONAL PROGRAMME DIRECTOR Job in Kenya

UN WOMEN: DEPUTY REGIONAL PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
Location :	Nairobi, KENYA
Application Deadline :	10-Nov-11
Additional Category	Management
Type of Contract :	FTA International
Post Level :	P-5
Languages Required :	English
Background
UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the centre of all its efforts, the UN Women will lead and coordinate United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors. The UN- Women Sub-regional office for the East and Horn of Africa needs to recruit a Deputy Regional Programme Director to support its work in the East and Horn of Africa. At the country level, where UN Women does not have a presence, the Sub-Regional Office will provide integrated policy and technical support to United Nations Country Teams (UNCTs) so as to ensure a stronger, more coordinated response to advancing gender equality and women's empowerment at the national level. At the Regional level, within the UN's coordination mechanisms and regional interagency mechanisms, the Sub-Regional Office will provide technical advice and leadership so as to ensure gender equality is mainstreamed throughout the UN System's response to Member State needs and priorities. In addition, under the UN Women's first Strategic Plan (2011-2013), the Deputy Regional Programme Director manages UN Women's sub-regional portfolio for East and Horn of Africa covering 9 programme countries - Djibouti, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Kenya, North Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania and Uganda.  The Deputy Regional Programme Director oversees the strategic development of the portfolio and oversight of programme implementation in the sub region, to ensure delivery of results as planned in UN Women's Strategic Plan, regional strategies and accountability framework. The Deputy Regional Programme Director will take the lead in managing the day-to-day implementation of UN Women's Sub-Regional Portfolio, under the overall strategic guidance and direction of UN Women's East and Horn of Africa Regional Programme Director and is responsible for providing specialized technical and strategic support to the Sub-Regional portfolio in managing all aspects of program management and related activities in the office/region.
Duties and Responsibilities
Advisory and specialized technical support; Program management, monitoring and oversight; Advocacy and support to UN coordination, joint programming and reform; Knowledge management and capacity building 1.Advisory and technical support Advise, support, guide and provide input to assure quality control in the formulation of relevant, high quality, results-based and rights-based country programs and projects; Provide strategic and specialized technical advice to the Regional Director on the development of systems, processes and mechanisms to support effective program planning, implementation, monitoring and timely progress reporting; Review and evaluate proposals submitted to the sub- regional office and oversee the preparation of donor proposals and reports to ensure quality, compliance with requirements as per established rules, regulations, including the commitments under relevant UNDAFs and the UN Women global Strategic Plans. Take timely action to take any corrective action to meet standards for submissions; Prepare policy document, briefs and other strategic papers/materials for the Regional Director for use in the development and presentation of a coherent regional perspective to help define regional strategic and plans of action for implementation; At the sub-regional level for East and Horn of Africa, assess the country level and sub-regional level annual work plans and present Regional Director with recommendations and conclusions to assist in development planning. 2.    Program management, monitoring and oversight Plan, implement and/or supervise the support provided to the sub-regional portfolio, including country offices and sub-regional programmes, to ensure timely and appropriate services are provided as required. Identify areas of competencies and/or weakness to ensure focused and targeted services are provided; Recommend and/or set monitoring standards, criteria and other indicators for measuring and assessing progress/results; Monitor the progress on, mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators and timely take action/decision and/or provide timely support; Lead the annual process of gathering information and prepare reports for HQ on progress of program implementation, assessing results and identifying areas for Regional Director action and/or decision to ensure achievement of results as planned and in accordance with UNW goals and objectives and accountability framework; Identify areas that may require improvement and capture best practices/lessons learned, using corporate monitoring tools, as such as the Balance Score Card, Atlas Snapshot and Dashboard, Staff Surveys, Audits and other corporate reports. Take action to improve areas of weakness; Manage the timely allocation of funds to sub-regions and countries. Monitor and ensure the appropriate utilization of resources approved and allocated to regional programs and projects that are managed by the SRO; Substantive and good quality proposals following the established rules, and regulations, and adhering to the Strategic Plan and Annual Work plans; Sustainable and solid relations developed with  counterparts, resulting in the enhanced reputation and credibility of UN Women; Under the oversight of the Regional Director, backstop the Operations Manager in preparing and providing guidance to the offices on the whole process of audit exercises, oversee the collection and verification of accurate and complete documentation for audit review, advice on the preparation of responses to audit and monitor the timely and full implementation of audit recommendations and required actions. 3.    Advocacy and support to UN coordination, joint programming and reform Support the Regional Programme Director and country level representatives in establishing and maintaining  effective consultations with governments, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on program development and implementation, resource mobilization and sustained partnerships; Upon the request of the Regional Programme Director, represent UN Women in UNCTs  as appropriate/delegated to consult, collaborate and/or interact on common issues and activities and participate in the CCA/UNDAF process to ensure the active participation of UN Women in these processes to advance gender equity and women's human rights On behalf of the sub-regional portfolio and in partnership with country-level UN Women Representatives, actively seek out participation of UN Women in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective network and to keep abreast of ongoing debate and thinking on aids development, facilitate joint programming and promote UN Women competencies and interests to advance gender and women's human rights. 4.    Knowledge management and capacity building Ensure regular assessments of the regional and sub-regional strategic and implementation plans. Identify lessons learned and areas of emphasis to guide program improvements and future strategic development plan; Manage the process of collecting and sharing lessons learned on gender equality and women's empowerment to build knowledge and capacity of partners and stakeholders; Design and implement capacity building training activities to enhance skills and knowledge in Results Based Management, Results based budgeting and systematic quality assurance; Contribute to the development and maintenance of global and regional program knowledge networks and practices, and development of knowledge products. Impact of Results The effective support provided to the Regional Programme Director in the management of programs and operations in the office directly impact on the quality of UN Women program development, implementation and results that in turn directly impact on the credibility and image of UN Women as an effective partner for regional and country organizations and as a competent knowledge based organization on gender equity and women's human rights issues.
Competencies
CORE VALUES / GUIDING PRINCIPLES:  Integrity: Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct; Cultural Sensitivity/Valuing diversity: Demonstrating an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff.  Demonstrating an international outlook, appreciating differences in values and learning from cultural diversity.   CORE COMPETENCIES: Ethics and Values: Promoting Ethics and Integrity / Creating Organizational Precedents; Organizational Awareness: Building support and political acumen; Developing and Empowering People / Coaching and Mentoring:Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation; Working in Teams:Building and promoting effective teams; Communicating Information and Ideas:Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication; Self-management and Emotional intelligence:Creating an emotionally intelligent organization; Conflict Management / Negotiating and Resolving Disagreements:Leveraging conflict in the interests of the organization & setting standards; Knowledge Sharing / Continuous Learning:Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning; Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making: Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES: Demonstrated theoretical, intellectual and technical skills in aid development/programming particularly those that are pertinent to UN Women strategic priorities on gender issues and women's rights; Demonstrated political acumen and technical capacity in representing the organization effectively in national and international fora to advocate and to promote organizational priorities, initiatives and a better understanding of the organizational strategic agenda; Proven ability to lead a practice area and to drive results;  Ability to establish and maintain broad strategic networks and partnerships with UN agencies and other international partners to promote partnership and build alliances to advance organizational interests and competencies; Ability to go beyond established procedures and practices, introduce new approaches and strategic innovations; Good knowledge of Results Based Management principles and approaches; Demonstrated theoretical, intellectual and technical skills in aid development/programming particularly those that are pertinent to UN Women strategic priorities on gender issues and women's rights.
Required Skills and Experience
Education: Masters degree (or equivalent) in development related disciplines, economics or public policy or other social science fields. Experience: Over 10 years of extensive development experience that combines intellectual, strategic and managerial leadership in development programs some of which should be in the area of gender equality and women's rights at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programs or renowned institutions/academia. Language Requirements: Written and oral proficiency in English is required. Proficiency in another UN working language is desirable. Note: In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.   All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from http://www.unwomen.org/about-us/employment Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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