Un Job Supply assistant in Kenya

Supply Assistant , GS-5

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:	10/30/2011
DATE OF ISSUACE:	10/12/2011
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:	UNSOA
DUTY STATION:	NAIROBI
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:	UNSOA/SUP/009/2011

Appointment against this post is on a local basis. External candidates will be considered only when no suitable internal candidate from the duty station is identified. The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred and visa or work permit issues in order to take-up the appointment. Staff members are subject to the authority of and assignment by the Secretary-General. All staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

Remuneration:

Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. More Info...

United Nations Core Values : Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of Chief General Supply Unit the incumbent will be responsible for duties and responsibilities as following: · Receive, Inspect, Store and Label supply items. Secure & safeguard the items in a safe location / warehouse; · Use the computerized warehousing system (Galileo) to analyze stock history data in order to maintain an efficient and reliable automated inventory-stock control system. Review stock records; Prepare reports, related to inventory, stock control, and warehouse activities. Prepare the Issue Vouchers, Handover Vouchers and Return Vouchers in the computerized system. · Maintaining stock levels, inform Chief General Supply Unit regarding the status of stock levels in the warehouse; · Assist to the Chief General Supply Unit in performing of periodic physical inspection of assets in Unit Stock and assets issued to various users; · Initiate physical inspections ensuring that items are properly stored, rotated and disposed effectively; · Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief General Supply Unit.

Core Competencies:

Professionalism – Knowledge of methods and principles of warehouse management, UN standard procedures and accounting principles. Planning and Organizing – Demonstrated skills and ability to coordinate the work with others, work with tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent project/activities. Communication – Proven communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills, formulating positions on issues, articulating options concisely conveying maximum necessary information, making and defending recommendations. Teamwork – Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent diploma plus certification/diploma or other supplemental academic qualifications or training is required.

Work Experience:

At least 5 year experience in areas of logistics, including at least 3 year experience in inventory management and warehouse procedures and practices.

Languages:

Fluency in spoken and written English or Arabic; knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.

Other Desirable Skills:

Good knowledge in using MS Office (Word, Access, and Excel Sheet) is desirable.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a Non-Smoking Environment. English and French are the two official working languages of the United Nations. ONLY applications to specific VAs will be considered, general applications should not be sent.

How to apply: Qualified candidates may submit their applications including their curriculum vitae or United Nations Personal History form (P.11) to the address mentioned below on or before the deadline. Email: recruitment-unsoa@un.org Please quote; v Vacancy Notice Number and Functional Title in the Subject of the e-mail. v Index Number (for UN staff member) and attach an updated fact-sheet, and a copy of the last two performance appraisals. Applications received after the deadline (30/10/2011) will not be considered.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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Un job Travel Assistant

Travel Assistant , GL-6

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:	10/28/2011
DATE OF ISSUACE:	10/18/2011
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:	UNSOA
DUTY STATION:	NAIROBI
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:	UNSOA/HR/009/2011

Appointment against this post is on a local basis. External candidates will be considered only when no suitable internal candidate from the duty station is identified. The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred and visa or work permit issues in order to take-up the appointment. Staff members are subject to the authority of and assignment by the Secretary-General. All staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

Remuneration:

Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. More Info...

United Nations Core Values : Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities:

This post is located in the Travel Unit in Human Resources Section. The incumbent reports to the Chief, Civilian Personnel Officer. The incumbent performs the following duties: 1. Travel authorizations: a) Review and verify to ensure conformity with applicable rules; b) Work out advances/subsistence for staff members; c) Complete quotation forms and forward to Travel Agents; d) Check fare constructions on all tickets issued by the Travel Agents; e) Ascertain that fare quotations given by the Travel Agents are for the most direct and economical routes; f) Draft faxes, Memos or e-mails to travel agencies and other UN offices for issuance of tickets and Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) to travelers. 2. Travel Agents Invoices and tickets: a) Checking on irregularities on invoices, tickets e.g. working out cost-saving itineraries and flight connections; b) Drafting notes on queries on invoices, tickets. 3. Travel Queries: a) Answering queries from staff members regarding their travel eg MoPs; 4. Handling Hotel booking and keeping records of tickets MoPs issued. 5. Carry out other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

Professionalism: Ability to perform a broad range of travel and administrative functions, e.g., work programme, human resources, database management, ticketing etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations travel, human resources rules and regulations in work situations. Shows pride in work and in achievements, demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps a client informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of product or services to client. Communication – Good communications (spoken and written) skills, including ability to draft routine deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Minimum of secondary education certificate. Secretarial certificates desired.

Work Experience:

A minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience in administrative services or related area.

Languages:

Fluency in English, (both oral and written) is required; Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

Other Desirable Skills:

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a Non-Smoking Environment. English and French are the two official working languages of the United Nations. ONLY applications to specific VAs will be considered, general applications should not be sent.

How to apply: Qualified candidates may submit their applications including their curriculum vitae or United Nations Personal History form (P.11) to the address mentioned below on or before the deadline. Email: recruitment-UNSOA@un.org Please quote; v Vacancy Notice Number and Functional Title in the Subject of the e-mail. v Index Number (for UN staff member) and attach an updated fact-sheet, and a copy of the last two performance appraisals. Applications received after the deadline (28/10/2011) will not be considered. “FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE PARTICULARLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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UN Job Translator (Spanish)

TRANSLATOR (SPANISH) , P-3

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:	10/25/2011
DATE OF ISSUACE:	10/25/2011
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:	UNON
DUTY STATION:	NAIROBI
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:	NA-11-18
STAFF MEMBERS ARE SUBJECT TO THE AUTHORITY OF THE SECRETARY-GENERAL AND TO ASSIGNMENT BY HIM OR HER. IN THIS CONTEXT, ALL STAFF ARE EXPECTED TO MOVE PERIODICALLY TO NEW FUNCTIONS IN THEIR CAREERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH ESTABLISHED RULES AND PROCEDURES.

Remuneration:

Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. More Info...

United Nations Core Values : Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities:

The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. UNON supports programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). This post is located in the English Language Unit in the Division of Conference Services (DCS). RESPONSIBILITIES Under the general supervision of the Chief, Spanish Language Unit, the incumbent will: 1. Translate, subject to revision, documents covering a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., political, social legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical. 2. Identify new terminology material. 3. Consult different sources to widen knowledge of subject matters. 4. Perform other related duties as required.

Core Competencies:

Professionalism: Good writing skills; high standards of accuracy consistency and faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original text; good grasp of the subject matter; ability to use all sources of references, consultation and information relevant to text at hand; ability to maintain the established volume of output according to the UN workload standards, taking into account the difficulty of the text and the specified deadlines; be available for shift work and perform other related duties as required. Planning and organizing: Ability to establish priorities and to plan, co-ordinate and monitor own work. Ability to allocate appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Teamwork: Good coordination with others working on same document in order to ensure consistency of terminology and style; demonstrated ability to gain the support and cooperation of others in a team endeavor with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Communication: Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to listen to others, correctly, interpret messages from others and respond appropriately. Technological Awareness: Ability to keep abreast of available technology. Shows willingness to learn new technology.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

A degree from a university or from an institution of equivalent status. Must have passed the United Nations competitive examination for Spanish translators.

Work Experience:

At least two years of translation experience with the United Nations.

Languages:

A perfect command of Spanish and an excellent knowledge of at least two other official languages, as tested by the United Nations competitive examination for Spanish translators.

Other Desirable Skills:

Knowledge of other languages, official and non-official, is desirable. Familiarity with terminology databases and knowledge of relevant computer software including word-processing programs.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a Non-Smoking Environment. English and French are the two official working languages of the United Nations. UNEP,UNHABITAT and UNON do not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. If you have any questions concerning persons or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of these offices and requesting the payment of a fee please contact Recruitment@unon.org ONLY applications to specific VAs will be considered, general applications should not be sent.

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