Aviation Assistant at United Nations World Food Programme

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. Post-secondary certificate in air traffic control, flight dispatch, aeronautical engineering or related field is essential for Air Operations roles, desirable for Air Movement roles.
Language: Fluency in English – both oral and written communication.

JOB PURPOSE

To perform a range of coordination and administrative activities that contribute to the safe and effective air service to the humanitarian community.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1.     Meet and dispatch UNHAS aircraft.
2.     In close liaison with UNDSS and airport authorities, coordinate security and medical evacuations for UNHAS UN and NGO passengers
3.     Ensure security & safety of aircraft is maintained whenever the aircraft night stops in the airfield.
4.     Supervise the refueling contractors to ensure safety is maintained
5.     Continuously Coordinate all UNHAS operations with contractors including the air Operators, refueling companies & Airport Authorities to ensure efficient and reliability in the delivery of services to UNHAS.
6.     Coordinate all flight bookings including flight connections with other UNHAS flights
7.     Coordinate and liaise with airport and related authorities for emergency response action including medivac and casevac evacuations
8.     Closely monitor UNHAS flights through HF (November One radio room) or telephone for accurate ETA ATD and other pertinent flight information.
9.     Using HF or telephone, alert (before landing) UNHAS Nairobi radio room of any security incidents at or within the vicinity of the airport  that may affect the safety of flight
10.     Check–in UNHAS passengers and directing such passengers to departure lounge and assist in obtaining Visas if applicable
11.     Weigh, Tag and Label Cargo/Baggage, – Issue Tickets and Boarding Passes to UNHAS passengers originating from the airfield
12.     Receive and sign for, Pouches / Cargo / Baggage from arriving UNHAS flights and distribute such items to respective Agencies on ground and or transfer connecting Cargo into other UNHAS flights for onward destinations.
13.     Assist in the safe storage/custody of any cargo/pouch/baggage that may for unforeseen reasons not be boarded/transferred into connecting UNHAS aircraft and ensure by co-ordination with UNHAS Nairobi that the items are boarded into the next available flight.
14.     Ensure through co-ordination with UNHAS Nairobi that fuel bill invoices are settled to avoid misunderstandings with fuel suppliers / Airport authorities.
15.     Alert UNHAS Nairobi in good time of any anticipated short fall of fuel supplies
16.     In the event of passengers being stranded for reasons such as aircraft breakdowns etc, assist such passengers / crew with transport transfers to and from available agency guest houses (In all cases please inform       passengers that they are to pay for their accommodation and may later claim same from their respective agencies).
17.     Assist in co-ordinating the re-fuelling of the UNHAS aircraft including ad hoc UNHAS special flights ensuring conformity to relevant UNHAS fuel requisition documentation procedures.
18.     Ensure that no unauthorized passenger boards UNHAS aircraft unless permission has been obtained from the UNHAS Co-coordinator, Nairobi through November-One unless the nature of the emergency is such that any delay may jeopardize life. In all cases, such inclusions must clearly be reflected on the crew manifest with a remark outlining the details of the passenger. Also notify November One immediately on HF.
19.     Assist to maintain and disseminate to UNHAS Nairobi Daily and Monthly Flight Reports including fuel records
20.     Perform other related duties as required.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Helps teammates articulate WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
•  Be a force for positive change: Suggests potential improvements to team’s work processes to supervisor.
•  Make the mission inspiring to our team: Explains the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities to teammates.
•  Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Articulates how own unit’s responsibilities will serve WFP’s mission.

People

• Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Trains junior teammates on new skills and capabilities.
•  Create an inclusive culture: Seeks opportunities to work with people from different backgrounds.
•  Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Serves as a peer coach for colleagues in same area of work.
•  Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Tracks progress toward goals and shares this information on a regular basis with supervisor.

Performance

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Explores ways to consistently be more efficient and accurate in own areas of work and shares new methods of work with colleagues.
•  Focus on getting results: Focuses on getting results and tracks trends in completion rates for own tasks to identify opportunities for efficiency.
•  Make commitments and make good on commitments: Takes responsibility for own tasks and notifies supervisor as soon as possible of potential delays in meeting deadlines or commitments.
•  Be Decisive: Independently decides what action to take when faced with critical choices in the workplace or in dangerous situations in the field.

Partnership

• Connect and share across WFP units: Suggests opportunities for partnering with other units to supervisor.
•  Build strong external partnerships: Identifies opportunities to work with colleagues and partners in the field towards common goals.
•  Be politically agile & adaptable: Develops an understanding of the value of WFP’s teams and external partners in fulfilling team’s goals and objectives.
•  Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Aligns own activities with supervisor’s priorities to fulfill internal and external partner needs.

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Project Manager at Philips

Formulates as the service Project Manager the project plan, in accordance with the goals and timing, set by management; specifies the manning of the project, resources required, anticipated costs, risk assessment and quality standards to be used. Controls the project budget and project progress, evaluates all project initiatives as to feasibility, costs/benefits and added value, takes corrective actions when necessary and generates adequate reporting. Leads the project, within the project budget and program strategy, in terms of quality, money, time, information and organization, monitoring progress and managing external resources. Directs employees and gives them operational guidance, regarding content and organization. Reports on employees’ performance to the hierarchical superior of the employees for the purpose of appraisal and makes proposals for training. Manages as a Project Leader more complex service improvement sub projects. Manages own project team usually as a part of a larger project. The accent is on complex improvements and realization in parts of a main service processes. Duration < 1 year. Manages clearly defined local improvement projects.

Why should you join Philips?

Working at Philips is more than a job. It’s a calling to create a healthier society through meaningful work, focused on improving 3 billion lives a year by delivering innovative solutions across the health continuum. Our people experience a variety of unexpected moments when their lives and careers come together in meaningful ways. Learn more by watching this video.

To find out more about what it’s like working for Philips at a personal level, visit the Working at Philips page on our career website, where you can read stories from our employee blog. Once there,you can also learn about our recruitment process, or find answers to some of the frequently asked questions.

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Project Consultant – Field at SNV

Company Description

SNV is a not-for-profit international development organization that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy and WASH to local contexts. SNV has an annual turnover of €130 million, over 1,250 staff in more than 25 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organization that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.

In its new Strategic Plan period (2019 – 2022), SNV will more explicitly aim for systems change during project preparation and implementation – by strengthening institutions and kick-starting markets that help many more to escape poverty beyond our projects. We will continue to position ourselves as a premium organization, with decentralized management.

For more information on our operations in Kenya and SNV generally visit our website: www.snv.org

SNV has been working in Kenya since 1967. In Kakuma and Kalobeyei, SNV has put a mark as a formidable facilitator of commercially viable markets for renewable energy products and services for households and SMEs. SNV continues to work in underserved areas facilitating energy access for lighting and cooking needs for households, SMEs and institutions through Biogas, Clean cook stoves & Fuels and Solar.

About the Project

SNV has decades of global experience in the biodigester sector both at technical advisory as well as implementation. SNV has championed the use of bioslurry for agriculture in various value chains such as dairy, maize, bananas, coffee, vegetables and tea among others. In Kenya, through the Africa Biogas Partnership Program (ABPP) SNV has facilitated access-to-energy and improvement of agricultural productivity through the installation of over 10,000 biogas digesters in partnership with local enterprises, NGOs, and governments.

In keeping with the Sustainable Development Goals, Kenya is increasing access to modern energy services for her people. Access to affordable energy is an essential prerequisite to achieving economic growth and poverty reduction. SNV is very keen to support this ambition by employing diverse innovative ways/models and to grow beyond the above two locations.

Job Description

SNV Kenya is seeking to engage a qualified and result oriented consultant to fill the role of “Project Consultant – Field” (over 12 months). Reporting to the Sector Leader, Energy. The Project Consultant will be based in Nairobi with frequent travel to the project sites Kericho and Kakuma or Dadaab (to be confirmed).

The Kakuma/Dadaab project to be implemented by SNV and its project partners is the installation of a decentralised waste water treatment system with biogas generation. The pilot system will be developed taking into account environmental, social and economic factors, addressing the needs of underserved communities in urban, rural and refugee settings that lack energy and water infrastructure.

The Kericho project to be implemented by SNV and its partners is the promotion of sustainable tea production among smallholder tea producers in Kericho County through biodigester technology. The main focus will be promotion of the biodigester technology for uptake, demonstration of bioslurry benefits on tea and establishment of sustainable biodigester market in the county.

Responsibilities

The Project Field Officer will take on the day-to-day management of the projects with a focus on supporting project implementation on the ground and stakeholder engagement. Activities will initially be guided from Nairobi with frequent travel to the project sites.

Specific responsibilities include:

Project 1: Kakuma/Dadaab project

1. In the implementation phase of the project (Month 1 to 6 – part-time Nairobi/project site):

• Overall coordination and logistics support for field trips for project partner and other team members
• On-site support for project site Kakuma and Dadaab, including engagement with local staff and stakeholders to evaluate implementation strategies, monitoring of project operation (following training by project partner).
• Support in sourcing of materials and labour for project implementation
• Providing data and information to the project partner as required
• Support the assessment of ancillary research activities on socio-economic and business model aspect

2. Through the project:

• Provide regular reporting within the project requirements
• Site support as required
• Other tasks that may be assigned from time to time

Project 2: Kericho Project

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with project partners and stakeholders
• Support sensitization/awareness creation on biodigester technology
• Deliver on provision of 60 biogas digesters to program farmers
• Lead in the development of demonstration farms to showcase benefits of bioslurry on tea as organic manure
• Setting up agro-investment support/check off system, readily accessible to tea farmers for biodigester uptake
• Assure proper learning and knowledge management for biogas sector
• Management of local on-site staff for quality control and maintenance of biodigesters

Qualifications

Skills:

• At least 5 years experience in the energy or WASH sectors
• Relevant degree in engineering, agriculture or energy
• Professional experience in the waste-to-energy and biogas sectors
• Ability to work independently in challenging environments and geographic settings
• Strong commitment, passion and positive attitude to work
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Proficiency in MS-Office, Excel and other computer applications for data collection

Personal qualities:

• Trustworthy
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team and be self-motivated
• Organised and methodical, with attention to detail

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SME Banking – Project Officer at Equity Bank Limited

In line with enhancing career progression of staff and to support business growth, we seek to recruit a qualified, experienced, self-driven, highly motivated and passionate candidate to fill the following position in SME Department.

Reporting to the Associate Director – SME, the ideal candidate will provide administrative and technical skills to support a project to success. He/she will:

1. Organize Project Meetings

On a regular basis, Project Officers meet with the Project Manager to review progress and to discuss future steps. The Project Officer also arranges meetings with the members of the project. They organize appropriate meeting rooms and any refreshments, contact the attendees and note any who can’t attend. Before the meeting, they send out any relevant information, and they attend each meeting to take minutes.

2. Maintain Documents

Project Officers are responsible for maintaining crucial project documents which track project progress. They file all project documents in an appropriate database or library, and ensure that all documents are accurate and have been accepted by the Project Manager.

3. Identify Problems or Risks

Being so closely involved in the project, the Project Officer is relied upon to identify any potential issues or risks that could affect the progression of the project. They communicate these items with the Project Manager, and work to identify potential solutions.

4. Manage the Schedule

Project Officers closely watch the project schedule, monitoring deadlines for each project task. They check regularly that every deadline is still possible, and report any potential delays to the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience in project management
• Excellent stakeholder-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Project Management or any other related field

Competencies

An analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills, a successful Project Officer is able to multi-task in a high volume, fast-pace work environment. They are team players with a high level of self-motivation and ability to set and meet goals. In addition to these general skills and personality traits, employers are seeking Project Officer Candidates with the following skills.

• Thorough familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and project scheduling computer applications. Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, trouble-shoot, and to meet short- and long-term deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience in budget and financial management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent critical and creative thinking and analytical skills.
• Experience in program administration, operating procedures, oversight and monitoring.
• Ability to work with database applications.
• Knowledge of project funding procedures and guidelines.

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Compliance Lead at Roche

At Roche, we believe it’s urgent to deliver medical solutions right now – even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients’ lives and we are fearless in both decision and action. And we believe that good business means a better world.

We are looking for a Compliance Lead East Africa, Nigeria and Ghana, with location opportunities in Kenya, Nigeria or Ghana. Compliance Lead will support affiliates in their business activities, in close collaboration with Compliance Officers network and Healthcare Compliance Contacts. You are expected to enable affiliates to continuously improve their integrity mindset and patient-centric focus. In partnership with leadership teams you will support compliance oversight and continuously assist the improvement of the compliance program in your area or responsibility.

Your Main Accountabilities Will Be

• Support development of the compliance framework and foster a culture of integrity and ethical business practices, consistent with the Roche values and external requirements
• Support the development of compliance professionals across the area, facilitating business-enabling advise
• Anticipate business needs, provide business-enabling advice and shape opportunities
• Support the implementation of global policies and directives, initiatives and support local SOP/process development, striving for simplification
• Advise all staff regarding compliance obligations, risks, proactive risk management strategies, actual or potential compliance-related matters, investigation and resolution of issues, as well as corrective actions
• Support collaboration with the management to perpetuate a “tone at the top” and “middle” that reflects the company’s commitment to ethical and legal business conduct as well as compliance with the letter and spirit of the law and global policies
• Take accountability of overall governance model of the organisations, which assures alignments across all compliance functions.

Your key activities will be:Continuous Learning

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the products, initiatives, priorities and goals of the business.
• Identify risks to the sustainable business growth.

People/Leadership

• Share own knowledge and insights with the team and network.
• Exemplify and role model a business- and solution oriented compliance approach, adding value to the company.
• Exemplify and role model the Roche leadership commitments.
• Manage relationships and stakeholders, strengthen alignments and collaborations.

Support of affiliates

Among Others, This Is Supposed To Be Done Through Agreed Means, Such As

Support identification, offer and, as requested, deliverance of support to affiliates.

• Materials (e.g. local/ regional guidance or SOPs, training materials)
• Services (e.g. trainings, monitoring, risks assessment)
• Facilitate working groups and forums on healthcare related topics
• Help and advice on healthcare questions

General

• Support analysis of general trends and healthcare effectiveness. Support analysis of and report on divisional compliance status, using existing metrics and data.
• Support gaining of overview over all healthcare requirements.
• Support setting and simplification, harmonization and improvement of standards as appropriate (guidance, directives SOPs etc.).
• Establish and facilitate appropriate forums and processes to fulfill accountabilities.
• Support development and provision of effective means and materials to educate and train pharma management, staff and collaborating parties on healthcare.
• Support tracking of training’s.

Who you areQualifications/Skills

• You hold a university degree or equivalent competency level.
• Excellent communication and writing skills. Ability to precisely articulate and differentiate, express appropriately.
• You have excellent presentation skills.
• You identify and manage complexity through the ability to quickly understand and analyze facts and situations
• You have strong influencing skills
• You have high ethical and integrity standards.

Experience

• Profound expertise in compliance management, ideally as responsible Compliance Officer; 5 years plus.
• Proven business experience, ideally in an affiliate.
• Solid experience in change management and managing complex projects.
• You are experienced in leading people.

Knowledge

• Understanding of Roche as an organization, business conduct, system environment and culture.
• Understanding of healthcare industry.
• Understanding of markets and corresponding access, commercial and medical approach.

Competencies

• You represent leadership commitments, giving clear direction.
• Excellent active listening skills, fostering open communication and speak-up culture.
• Good sense for pragmatism in approach. Analytical and systematic in thinking, with good understanding and handling of diversity in the Region.
• “Can-do” attitude, embracing business-thinking and -ideas, hands-on.
• Encouraging collaboration, good teammate, create a sense of collaboration and network throughout the affiliates, compliance network and with the global teams.
• You’re able to partner amicably with stakeholders, fostering good collaboration.
• Ability to establish common ground, balance out conflicting interests and reach consensus.

Are you ready to apply? We want someone who thinks beyond the job offered – someone who knows that this position can be a rare springboard to many other opportunities at Roche.

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Treasury and Trade Solutions at Citi

You’re ready to bring your knowledge from the classroom to the boardroom, and Citi wants to help you get there. Whether it’s honing your skills or building your network, we know that success can’t come without growth. Our programs equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role on your team, and establish a long-term career here. At Citi, we value internal mobility, and career growth is not a question of if, but when. Citi’s Institutional Clients Group (ICG) is looking for a full-time Analyst to join the Treasury and Trade Solutions (TTS) team in Nairobi. TTS works with international clients to streamline financial processes and make transactions seamless. TTS provides innovative solutions to public sector clients, corporations and financial institutions in more than 120 countries, including 99 of the Fortune Global 100 companies. If none of these terms make sense right now, that’s okay! As an Analyst, you will join a training program where you will receive an in-depth education to learn the fundamentals of the Analyst role and introduce you to Citi’s culture. Whatever your degree is in, we will give you the training you need to excel.

Your time here will look something like this…
* Supporting the team in identifying and executing complex cash management structures to the world’s largest corporates
* Analyzing transaction flows of the world’s largest financial institutions
* Be a part of the front end of technological development for the financial transaction space
* Work and support more than 50 different geographies across the region to deliver the best solutions to our clients

We provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.
We’re committed to teaching you the ropes. Here at Citi, rotational programs are intended to help you build a broad skillset and accelerate your career growth by gaining exposure to numerous roles. The 27-month analyst program starts in August and begins with a four-week training program. You will then rotate across three departments, where you will have hands-on experience working across TTS business lines and business functions. In the 2nd or 3rd rotation all analysts will have the opportunity to participate in a six month EMEA rotation.

We want to hear from you if…
* You are in your final year of university or have graduated
* Expected to achieve or have achieved an Upper Second Class (2:1), or equivalent in any degree discipline
* You have an interest in business
* You are fluent in a 2nd language (this is desirable but not essential)

Who we think will be a great fit…
We’re looking for motivated individuals, who are eager to start their careers at a global organization, tend to think globally, and have an innovative outlook on business. We know that anyone, not just those with business degrees can have a knack for business, so we’re open to all disciplines and candidates with diverse work experience. We’ll also be looking for the following:
* Desire to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry
* Intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to searching for new and creative ideas
* You follow new technological innovations and developments impacting the industry
* Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
* Commitment to personal growth and career development including mobility and flexibility. You also have a strong desire to learn, are proactive, building rapport and relationships in team environments
* Unquestioned commitment to integrity ethical decision-making
Applications will close on the 30th April 2020. We will begin to review applications before the deadline and therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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Head Nurse at United Nations Office at Nairobi

The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN Headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. We support Programme implementation of the UN Environment Programme (UN Environment) and the UN 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 position is located in the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) Human Resources Management Service (HRMS) in the United Nations Joint Medical Service (JMS).

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, (JMS) and within delegated authority, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

Responsibilities

1. Clinical Duties:
• Assesses needs of clients visiting the “walk-in” clinic, provides care/advice accordingly or facilitates referral to the UN Medical Officer or to an outside physician as indicated.
• Provides health advice to staff travelling on mission or re-assignment, administers vaccines, malaria prophylaxis and other travel disease-related prevention, provides ‘Travel kit” and instruction on use.
• Provides health education and participates in addressing work environment and occupational health issues.
• Ensures proper co-ordination between nurses, Medical Officers, UN Security and outside Paramedics in case of medical emergencies.
• Runs the 24/7 JMS Sitcen (emergency call center) on Day or Night shift rotation basis as may be determined from time to time according to the duties schedule and exigencies of work.

2. Medico-Administrative Duties:
• Collaborates with the Medical Director and all physicians in developing objectives and establishing policies to ensure quality in the delivery of medical care.
• Develops, implements and evaluates nursing objectives and guidelines related to health care delivery in the clinic and the satellites.
• Participates in the establishment, implementation and evaluation of health promotion and occupational Programmes.
• Participates in the selection process of new nursing staff, ensures their training, updates clinical nursing guidelines, Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and provides the nursing staff with opportunities for continuing education.
• Identifies, evaluates and recommends purchase of medical equipment and supplies. Maintains inventory of medical equipment and supplies.
• Ensures proper collection of nursing statistics to assist the Medical Director in the preparation of the biennium budget.
• Ensures smooth running of the Performance Appraisal System for all nurses.

3. Supervisory Duties:
• Supervises the work of all nurses in order to ensure the smooth functioning of the clinic and the satellites.
• Performs any other relevant tasks assigned.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of occupational nursing requirements, treatments and procedures. Ability to respond to emergencies and provide first care to patients and prepare for treatment. Knowledge of major medical office equipment and ability to use them in emergency situations; Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal
participation of women and men in all areas of work

• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in nursing or related field is required. Must be a Kenya Registered Nurse (KRN) or Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN) with a Valid registration licence from the Ministry of Health. A first-level university degree in combination with the two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in Nursing field is required.
Current Certification in Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), or Advanced trauma life support (ATLS), or Pre-Hospital trauma life support (PHTLS is required.
2 year experience working in emergency medical services that is accident and emergency department, or air or road ambulance services or hospital intensive care unit (ICU) is required.
Experience implementing a workplace health prevention program is highly desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and Kiswahili/Swahili (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of other local languages of Kenya would be an asset, especially for liaising with Government officials.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Appointment against this post is on a local basis. This is a project funded post. The initial appointment is for a period of one year. Extension of appointment is subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds. THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO NATIONALS OF KENYA ONLY. National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located and will be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of the office. If no suitable local candidate is identified, Kenyan nationals residing elsewhere may be considered, in which case the candidate would be responsible for any costs related to traveling and relocating to Kenyan in the event of an employment offer.

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.

Note to current staff members at the General Service level: Should a current General Service staff member be selected for this post, he/she would need to resign from his/her General Service appointment before receiving a new appointment at the National Officer level. Locally recruited General Service staff members applying for this post must meet the minimum requirements, including academic qualifications and years of relevant experience. Relevant experience in the General Service category at G-6 and G-7 levels may count towards experience requirements.

“Internal Applicants: When completing the form, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you. ”

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira “Need Help?” link

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

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