UNEP Global Environment Facility (GEF) Finance Assistant - Nairobi, Kenya (Temporary - 6 Months)

Temporary Vacancy Announcement

Note:

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 in order to take the examination at the duty station and to take up the assignment. This is a temporary vacancy.

Appointment against this post is for a limited duration and does not carry any expectancy, legal or otherwise of renewal.

Vacancy Notice No: GS-11-34

Organizational Location: UNEP/DGEF

Duty Station: Nairobi

Functional Title: Finance Assistant

Grade: G-4

Post Number: 603813

IMIS No.: 2011 FBL 2328 2780 4FE1 1374

Duration: 6 months (Temporary)

Closing Date: 3/11/2011

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level.

Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

UNEP is one of three implementing agencies of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), alongside the World Bank and the UN Development Programme (UNDP).

The GEF helps developing countries and those with economies in transition to meet the agreed incremental costs of measures designed to achieve global environmental benefits in six focal areas: biological diversity, climate change, international waters, ozone layer depletion, land degradation and persistent organic pollutants.

The post is located in the UNEP/GEF Coordination Office (GEF CO), at the Nairobi Duty Station.

Under the direct supervision of the Fund Management Officer (FMO), the incumbent will carry out the following duties:

• Assists in preparing GEF CO budget.
• Extract data from accounts system to produce reports.
• Prepares funding documents for budget allotments.
• Assist with the monitoring of expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels.
• Create Special Service Agreements (SSA)/Travel Requests (TVRQ)/Travel advances (RCTA) in IMIS for GEF CO, ensuring that supporting documents are sufficient and in accordance with UN rules and regulations.
• Tracks project data by reviewing project files, budget revisions and closing revisions.
• Regularly review project database (ADDIS) to ensure project data has been updated in the system and alerting relevant staff when required.
• Maintains Project at Risk system datasheet by compiling data from respective FMOs.
• Assist in updating ADDIS with relevant project information on need basis i.e relevant Finance Assistant on leave or sudden increase in work-load due to new projects and/or year-end
• Assist in the provision of financial information required in Project Implementation Review (PIR) and Annual Monitoring Report (AMR).
• Provides general administrative support to FMO and other GEFCO members.
• Tracks and follow-up on administrative processes in progress.
• Drafts/prepares routine correspondence with respect to enquiries related to relevant financial and budget matters.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: 

• Knowledge of financial policies, procedures and practices and ability to interpret and apply them in an organizational setting.
• Demonstrates use of initiative and makes appropriate linkages in work requirements and anticipates next steps.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements; 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; a sound understanding of UN financial and administrative rules and procedures; familiarity with fund management tasks .

Communication: 

• Excellent communication/drafting skills essential;
• 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 and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Qualifications and Experience

Completion of Secondary school is required. Post-secondary training in a field related to financial management or administration is desired. A minimum of four years of progressively responsible working experience in Fund Management or Administration is required.

Other Desirable Skills

Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet) are required. Ability to operate modern software packages is an asset;

Language Requirements 

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language an asset.

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.

The Chief, Classification and Recruitment Section,
Human Resources Management Service, UNON
P.O. Box 67578, Nairobi 00200
Room V-139

Email: recruitment@unon.org

Please quote;

• Index Number (for UN staff member)
• Vacancy Notice Number
• Functional title of the post
• Attach an updated fact-sheet, and a copy of the last two performance appraisals.

Applications received after the deadline (3/11/2011) will not be considered. This is a temporary vacancy. Appointment against this post is for a limited duration and does not carry any expectancy, legal or otherwise of renewal.

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

National Programme Officer (Nutrition) - World Food Programme Vacancy Announcement - Dadaab

World Food Programme Vacancy Announcement WFP/45/11

Date of issue: 1 November 2011

Deadline for application: 14 November 2011

This vacancy is open to both male and female applicants.

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Job Title: National Programme Officer (Nutrition)

Duty Station: Dadaab

Post Grade: NOB Equivalent (Service Contract)

Accountabilities: Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Sub Office and the overall supervision of the Head of the Refugees Unit, the incumbent will carry out the following duties:-

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overall programme management which includes implementation and monitoring of nutrition programmes and activities in the camp;
• Develop and sustain liaison with key professionals and NGOs engaged in the field of Nutrition;
• Represent WFP in key meetings with government and other partners;
• Oversee implementation and monitoring of nutrition and health activities at the camp and recommend adjustments and improvements as necessary;
• Provide direct support to field staff, NGO cooperating partners in resolving issues on nutrition and health activities.
• Oversee preparation and dissemination of timely analytical and critical reports including proposals for improvements in operation and the scope of nutrition programmes;
• Assess the need for food in the camp and draw up plans for its timely arrival in coordination with government and other donors, and monitor the implementation of these plans
• Oversee the development and maintenance of distribution plans, and accurate and timely FRNs;
• Develop and maintain databases and records for SuFP, MCH activities, extracting relevant information from reports, project committee, budget records and make information available for county briefs, executive briefs and other reports;
• Design and maintain data related to nutrition issues, commodity pipeline and financial allotment status reports, ensure accuracy of data;
• Provide monthly stock updates at district level, follow up on food requests forms from district, prepare projections for food commodities;
• Preparations for Field Level Agreement and monitoring of the agreement;
• Collaborate with VAM in organizing trainings for field staff, preparation of training and operational materials.
• Keep updated in new developments in area of nutrition and advise on innovative to be incorporated in PRRO activities.
• Carry out advocacy, training and information related tasks including presentations at workshops, development of training materials and ensure adequate training of counterpart and NGO staff;
• Review and contribute towards design and development of M&E database, analysis and reporting;
• Assist in preparation/update of the early warning, risk analysis and contingency planning in order to respond to humanitarian crises.
• Periodically monitor the management of risks and report on any actions taken;
• Ensure compliance with WFP’s policies, criteria and procedures with respect to food aid;
• Supervise other staff; provide training and technical guidance in their work
• Perform other related duties as required.);

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: University degree in nutrition or a relevant field.

Experience: At least three years’ postgraduate professional experience in development or nutrition implementation.

Knowledge: Training and/or experience utilising computers including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard software packages and systems. General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing administration.

Expected Results: Well prepared analytical work; well managed projects, programmes and/or operations.

Critical Success Factors: 

• Good analytical skills;
• resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgement, tact, negotiating skills;
• ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing;
• ability to work in a team and establish effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to cope with situations which may threaten health or safety;
• flexibility in accepting work assignments outside normal desk description.
• Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Language: Fluency in written and oral English and good spoken Kiswahili.

Kenyan nationals meeting the above qualifications are required to submit a covering letter quoting Vacancy Announcement No. WFP/45/11 with their updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates and name, title and e-mail address of three referees.

Candidates should also complete a Personal History form (P.11) available on the following link – www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc.

All documents should be sent in an envelope which must be marked: CONFIDENTIAL WFP/45/11

and sent to: 

Human Resources Officer
World Food Programme
P.O. Box 44482
Nairobi 00100.

Applications must be received by the deadline – late applications will not be considered.

WFP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process

World Vision Operations Auditor - Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Operations Auditor
Country: Kenya

Location: Nairobi

Closing Date: November 11 2011

Purpose of the position:

To provide leadership in the development, planning, implementation and promotion of operations audits in World Vision Kenya and enhance the Operations risk management practices of the National Office and IPAs.

Specifically the position involves carrying out a non-financial risk assessment of the NO and IPA Programme Design, Planning and Reporting documents.

The main objective of the position is to provide reasonable assurance that Programme Plans are aligned and monitored against approved designs.

Build Capacity of operations audit staff and internal clients in practices that reduce operations risks for better programming results and strategy alignment.

Contribute to the overall achievement of internal audit objectives of risk management and improved governance in World Vision Kenya.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

Educational level required: Should have a University degree – preferably a Bachelors Degree in Arts/Sciences.

Technical Training qualifications required: Knowledge and experience in Programming, Design Monitoring and Evaluation techniques, statistics; research methods desired.

Should have good communication and quantitative skills

At least 3 years of experience in development; relief; design monitoring and evaluation and program management.

Broad knowledge and understanding of humanitarian industry and World Vision International relief, advocacy and development approaches preferred.

Job Details

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How to Apply

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than November 11, 2011.

Director
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Please indicate clearly on the subject line the position you are applying for.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: World Vision Kenya has not engaged any recruitment agencies in this recruitment process, neither are we charging any fees to potential employees for job opportunities

Food & Beverage Manager, Head House Keeper, Finance Managers and IT Manager

Our client a reputable organization is looking for candidates to fill in the following Positions.

Food & Beverage Manager

• Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management.
• Should have had at least 4 years experience at high level management preferably hospitality field.
• Must be computer literate with
• Experienced in Food & Beverage, Banqueting and Conferencing.
• Looking for mature candidate and ready to leave in Nakuru Town

House Keeper, Head

• Degree or Diploma in House Keeping
• Should have at least 4 years Experience in the same position
• To head all housing keeping function in a four star Hotel with approximately 100 Beds
• Able to supervise subordinates and other hotel functions
• Ready to work in Nakuru town.

Finance Manager 

2 Positions

This is a highly demanding role responsible for overseeing the company`s financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems; ensuring compliance of financial statements in the organization.

Duties:

• Compiling and preparing company annual budget and ongoing budget monitoring and reporting
• Preparation of annual and management accounts;
• Ensuring timely preparation of accurate monthly expenditure reports
• Monitoring and interpreting cash flows and proactively managing the financial position of the company and predicting future trends
• Researching and reporting on factors influencing business performance
• Participate in internal audits as scheduled and provide auditors with accounting documents as requested and provide explanation on audit queries
• Performance analysis and reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA(K) or its equivalent and be a member of ICPAK
• More than 4years post qualification experience in a similar or related position
• Experience in a business/commercial environment with demonstrable entrepreneurial and business skills
• Strong financial numeracy and analytical skills with ability to interpret financial data
• Excellent and effective communications skills, both orally and in writing and ability to effectively engage the business owners in matters pertaining the company
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong personal impact to command respect with internal and external stakeholders
• High degree of honesty and integrity

IT Manager

• Graduate in IT
• Experience in Suns systems, Fidelio
• Four years experience in the same field.

Please forward an application letter indicating your suitability to this role, together with a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to: info@lanxafrica.co.ke before Wednesday 2nd , 2011.

Interview invitations will be sent at very short notice, therefore clearly provide daytime telephone contacts