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UNICEF Administrative Officer (NOA) Job in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office Vacancy Announcement “KCO/ADM/2014-021” Duty Station: Nairobi Post: Administrative Officer – NOA Type of Contract: Fixed Term Reference # KCO14096 Date of Issue: 20 June 2014 Closing Date: 04 July 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in the Administration Section of UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO). Purpose of the Post: Under the close supervision of the Administrative Specialist, assists in the management of all administrative services including travel and transport for KCO, both Nairobi and Zonal offices.  Major Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews all travel requests for budgetary provisions, undertakes travel arrangements, (i.e., tickets, visas, hotels, per Diem). Issues travel authorizations confirming accuracy of information for signature of supervisor;   Supervises transport services, by ensuring a schedule for use of veh

UNICEF Education Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Kenya Country Office Vacancy Announcement. “KCO/EDUC/2014-015” Duty Station: Nairobi Posts: Education Officer, NO-B Type of Contract: Fixed Term Reference# KCO14032 Date of Issue: 20 June 2014 Closing Date: 04 July 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position of Education Officer in UNICEF Kenya Country Office. Purpose of the Post:  Under the overall guidance of the Education specialist in Nairobi, the incumbent will support UNICEF’s education emergency response along with mainstreaming DRR and Peacebuilding education in Kenya.  The incumbent will contribute in assessing the emergency situation and develop proposal for fund raising. Also responsible for implementation and monitoring of the emergency response programmes  Major Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in Program Planning and implementation : Assist the Education specialist in planning and implementing emergency relate

Premier Academy Head of Kindergarten Job in Kenya

Premier Academy is a leading British Curriculum School with a strong reputation for academic strength and all round excellence. We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, results oriented professional who is committed to high standards of performance and achievement by both children, staff members and other stakeholders. The Head of Kindergarten will provide professional leadership for the Kindergarten Section in order to secure its success and improvement, ensure high quality care and education for the children. The Head of Kindergarten will report directly to the Principal of Premier Academy. The applicant should have: Diploma in Early Childhood Education from KHADegree in Early Childhood Education will be an added advantageA child- centered approach to teachingExposure to the British National CurriculumMinimum experience of 5 years as a Kindergarten Teacher and 3 years in a leadership position.In order to achieve and elevate the standards of education, the successful candidate mu

UNICEF WASH Information Management Officer Temporary Job in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) WASH Information Management Officer (IMO) – NO-B To support the National WESCOORD   Temporary Appointment Duration:  4 months Date of Issue: 13 June, 2014 Closing Date: 27 June, 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Temporary Appointment position in the WASH Section, UNICEF Kenya Country Office   Background and Justification : Kenya experiences humanitarian emergencies linked to natural disasters such as drought and floods, and outbreaks of human and livestock diseases. Drought and flood patterns have become more frequent, intense and unpredictable with the number of people living in areas vulnerable to these disasters in Kenya increasing annually. They affect over 10 million people, mostly living in arid and semi-arid lands - which cover more than 80 per cent of the country’s land mass. Additionally, there is often a risk of population movements due to ethno-political or resource-based confli

IOM Program Development Intern Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 15K)

International Organization for Migration Program Development Intern SVN No: SVN/IOMSO/044/2014 Position grade: Ungraded (KES: 15,000 p.m.) Type of contract: Internship Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya Duration of Assignment: 6 months Organizational Context and Scope Under the overall guidance of the Transition Initiative for Stabilization (TIS) Deputy Program Manager in Nairobi, and under the direct supervision of Project Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing support to field coordination Unit (FCU) of the TIS Project both in Hargeisa and Mogadishu in grant proposal development. Key responsibilities will include gathering background information from the field staff, beneficiary institution, and secondary sources, write grants proposals for all TIS grants under development, submit the draft grants proposals for review within TIS IOM and submit the grant proposal to the Program Manager for approval.  The Program development Intern shall maintain an updated ma

UNICEF Administrative Assistants (GS6) Jobs in Kisumu and Lodwar Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office Vacancy Announcement “KCO/ADM/2014-017” Duty Station: Kisumu / Lodwar Post: Administrative Assistant – GS6 Type of Contract : Fixed Term Reference # KCO14052 - Kisumu Reference #  KCO14061 - Lodwar Date of Issue: 20 June 2014 Closing Date: 04 July 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO). Purpose of the Post: Under the direct guidance of the respective Chief Field Office, assists in the Coordination of all Administrative and Financial functions of the Kisumu and Lodwar Zonal offices.   Supervises driver(s) and ancillary staff and deliver operational support for programme implementation.   Where necessary, technical guidance will be provided by Administrative and Finance Specialists, KCO. Major Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Manage the admin and finance function of the zonal office.  Negotiate co

Evidence Action Deworm the World Initiative Program Lead Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Evidence Action is seeking a Program Lead for its Deworm the World Initiative in Nairobi, Kenya.  About Evidence Action: Evidence Action scales proven interventions to improve the lives of the poor in Africa and Asia. We implement cost-effective interventions whose efficacy is backed by substantial rigorous evidence.  We identify innovative, appropriate financing mechanisms and build best practice operational models. We voraciously self-evaluate, learn, and improve our models for scaling with a commitment to transparency on progress, impact, and value for money. Deworm the World Initiative is one of our flagship programs.  Evidence Action actively supports the scale-up of school-based deworming programs worldwide to improve children’s health, education, and long-term development.  We have a strong, existing partnership with the Government of Kenya as the technical implementation partner and fiscal agent for Kenya’s National School-Based Deworming Program, which is jointly implemented

GIZ FSDRP Project County Programme Advisors Jobs in Siaya, Bungoma and Kakamega Kenya

Vacancy: County Programme Advisor Brief introduction of the project: The GIZ Food Security and Drought Resilience Programme (FSDRP) is being implemented in 3 Counties in Western Kenya (Siaya, Bungoma and Kakamega) and in 2 Counties from Northern Kenya (Marsabit and Turkana). FSDRP is a three years bilateral programme (2014 -2016) implemented by GIZ on behalf of the German government and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries on behalf of the Kenyan government. In addition to direct support to the 5 counties, the programme has four complementary projects (the Agricultural Technology Vocational, Education and Training -ATVET, Smallholder Irrigation Project in Mt Kenya - SIPMK, Trilateral Fish Project and Promotion of Irish Potatoes by German Food Partnership Potato initiative Africa). The objective (outcome) of the programme in Western is that “Key institutions for Agricultural Development, in particular at national- and county-level, pursue development of a market-orient

UNICEF Nutrition Officer (Emergency) Job in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Kenya Country Office Vacancy Announcement “KCO/NUTR/2014-031” Duty Station: Nairobi Posts: Nutrition Officer (Emergency), NO-B Type of Contract: Fixed Term Reference # KCO14026 Date of Issue: 20 June 2014 Closing Date: 04 July 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position of Nutrition Officer (Emergency) in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO). Purpose of the Post:  Under the supervision of the Nutrition Specialist, accountable for professional technical contribution to project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of Nutrition programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy, with emphasis on addressing gender inequalities. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Pro

GIZ FSDRP Project County Programme Advisors Jobs in Marsabit and Turkana Kenya

Vacancy: County Programme Advisor 2 Positions   Brief introduction of the project: The GIZ Food Security and Drought Resilience Programme (FSDRP) is being implemented in 3 Counties in Western Kenya (Siaya, Bungoma and Kakamega) and in 2 Counties from Northern Kenya (Marsabit and Turkana). FSDRP is a three years bilateral programme (2014 -2016) implemented by GIZ on behalf of the German government and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries on behalf of the Kenyan government. In addition to direct support to the 5 counties, the programme has four complementary projects (the Agricultural Technology Vocational, Education and Training - ATVET, Smallholder Irrigation Project in Mt Kenya - SIPMK, Trilateral Fish Project and Promotion of Irish Potatoes by German Food Partnership Potato initiative Africa). The objective (outcome) of the programme in Northern Kenya is that “Key institutions for Agricultural Development, in particular at national- and county-level, pursue developm

UNICEF Data Centre Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office Vacancy Announcement “KCO/OPS/2014-022” Duty Station: Nairobi Post: Data Centre Officer – NOA Type of Contract: Fixed Term Reference # KCO14085 Date of Issue: 20 June 2014 Closing Date: 04 July 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in the Operations Section of UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO) Purpose of the Post: Under the general supervision of the Fund Monitoring Specialist, ensure all relevant VISION transactions are undertaken in line with the relevant requirements and according the expected SOPs.  Monitor and support in a functional Role Mapping of KCO and manage VISA/APPROVA functions in coordination with sections.   Provide support to the unit in HACT implementation, with particular focus on Assessment/Assurance plans and their implementation.  Contribute to the improvement of the available SOPs as well as ensure that the

UNICEF Administrative Assistant (GS-6) Job in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Kenya Country Office Vacancy Announcement “KCO/ADM/2014-020” Duty Station: Nairobi Posts: Administrative Assistant, GS-6 Type of Contract: Fixed Term Reference # KCO/14090 Date of Issue: 20 June 2014 Closing Date: 04 July 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in the Administration Section of UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO). Purpose of the Post: Under the general supervision of the Administrative Officer Assets, the incumbent performs administrative support functions, which includes receiving office equipment and supplies from suppliers, issuing office supplies to staff members and reconciling the stores records with actual supplies available.  The incumbent also captures and manages the Property, Premises and Equipment (PP&E) in VISION, generates IPSAS compliant reports, supervise the physical count by third parties, as well as supervising the maintenance of offic

Parliamentary Service Commission Jobs in Kenya

Parliamentary Service Commission The Parliamentary Service Commission seeks to recruit persons who are energetic and result oriented in the following positions:   1. Principal Maintenance Engineer I (Electrical/Electronics) I The job holder shall deputize the Chief Maintenance Engineer. Planning, designing, preparation of contract documents, tender evaluation and construction, supervision of project implementation, rehabilitation and maintenance works;Where consultants are involved, the officer will undertake project management duties including providing liaison between various parties;Designing: Planning/drawing of what is to be constructed;Construction: Building and fabrication;Repair/Maintenance; and, Supervising the installation, inspection, commissioning and testing of electrical controls in buildings.A candidate must have attained a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent from a recognized university;A candidate must have served as a Princi

Concern Worldwide Editing and Proof Reading APBET Draft Registration Guidelines Consultancy Opportunity

Concern Worldwide Editing and Proof Reading APBET Draft Registration Guidelines Background and Objective: Concern Worldwide has since 2012 embarked on a policy reform aimed at bringing the complementary schools into the formal education system.  MOEST with support from Concern Worldwide has developed draft guidelines to facilitate registration of complementary schools. The proposed guidelines seek to exempt these schools from the rigorous requirement that public and private schools are subjected to. The Consultant will therefore edit and proof read APBET guidelines specifically with regard to language, flow and overall readability as well as correcting grammar and spelling. Expected Outputs / Deliverables: An edited and proofread APBET registration guidelines Remuneration: The remuneration will be commensurate with the successful applicant’s experience and the prevailing market rate. The final payment will be made upon satisfactory submission of all the aforementioned deliverables.

UNICEF Data Processing Assistants Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Kenya Country Office Vacancy Announcement “KCO/OPS/2014-018” Duty Station: Nairobi Post: Data Processing Assistant – GS6  Reference # KCO14087 Date of Issue: 20 June 2014 Closing Date: 04 July 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in the Operations sections of UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO). Purpose of the Post:  Data Processing Assistant is to provide VISION support for users (Programme section and Operations Colleagues) and zone levels, ensuring that all VISIONS related transactions are acted upon, reports generated as may be necessary, effective and efficient solutions are provided and incidents and queries on the system appropriately addressed.  Under the general supervision of Vision Officer, incumbent performs a variety of data information gathering, input and manipulation, report generation and dissemination using VISION.  S/he is responsible for user support in f

World Food Programme (WFP) Administration Officer (Environmental) Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Administration Officer (Environmental) P3 The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are currently seeking to fill the position of Administration Officer (Environmental) P3, based in our Regional Bureau in Nairobi, Kenya with direct reporting lines to our Facilities Management Branch (RMMI) at our Headquarters in Rome, Italy. The position may be subject to location change in the future. This position covers the core compliance with UN-wide initiatives and WFP’s specific commitment to measure and reduce greenhouse gas emissions as well as to work towards a wider framework of environmental managements systems addressing areas of water, waste, and natural resources. The person in such position is a technical advisor and implementer of environmental management systems, standards and practices.  The position allows WFP to have technically well founded programmes, operate from an environmental sustainability standpoint, and a

UNICEF ICT Assistant Job in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Kenya Country Office Vacancy Announcement  “KCO/ICT/2014-023 Duty Station: Nairobi Reference # KCO/14011 Date of Issue: 20 June 2014 Closing Date: 04 July 2014 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in the Information Communication and Technology Section of UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO). Purpose of the Post: Under the supervision of the ICT Officer the ICT Assistant is to provide technical, operational and procedural support and end-user services in the implementation, maintenance and improvement of information technology systems, procedures and activities of the office, in accordance with the ICT work plan, consistent with the Country Programme Management Plan. Conduct training and assessment of support desk for best performance. Major Duties and Responsibilities: The productivity and effectiveness of the office work. Promote the productivity and effectiveness of the ICT s

Samaritan’s Purse WASH Procurement Officer Job in Eldoret, Kenya

Position Title: WASH Procurement Officer Duty Station: Eldoret, Kenya Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world.  Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ. We are seeking qualified applicants to fill the above position. The WASH procurement officer is responsible for receiving PR’s from the field sites, evaluating the requirements, sourcing the material, and procuring the items.  Additionally, they should monitor field inventory levels of mission critical components, develop vendor relations, establish blanket purchase orders where practical, explore and develop sourcing options outside of Africa, and develop strategies for shipment/trans-shipment of goods into the field. Receive WASH PR’s and understand the technical asp