Individual Consultant

Documentation and Publication on Transformation Impacts of the UNDP-GEF Market Transformation for “Highly Efficient Biomass Cook Stoves in Institutions and Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya”, Project

Background

Biomass energy, especially firewood and charcoal, remain the most dominant form of energy used in Kenya.

Most of the firewood and charcoal is unsustainably harvested from state forest resources. Across the country, most of this wood fuel is burned in inefficient traditional stoves which lead to massive wastage of the wood fuel.

The high demand for fuel wood coupled with the use of inefficient biomass burning technologies put considerable strain on the country’s forest resources and exposes users to several health hazards.

One of the sectors that use large quantities of fuel wood and burn the wood in inefficient cook stoves comprises schools and small businesses such as restaurants.

To enhance energy efficiency in schools and small businesses, a four-year GEF Medium Size project – The Market Transformation for Highly Efficient Biomass Stoves for Institutions and Small and Medium Scale Enterprises for formulated and implemented between 2007 and 2010.

It is within this context that UNDP is seeking a national consultant to capture best practices and lessons learned from the experience of the Market Transformation project.

These will be used by project partners, especially the Project Steering Committee, Ministry of Energy, private sectors and civil society to inform development, promotion and dissemination of biomass energy technologies in design of supportive policies.

This is of crucial importance as the country aims to enhance energy efficiency and access in line Vision 2030 – the development blue print.

Objectives

The overall objective is to provide a text for publication of stories and experiences capturing the transformation of institutions and small business using firewood and charcoal for heating and cooking, and of transformation of the energy policy environment.

Duration of Assignment: 40 working days

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications which should include the following:

Detailed Curriculum VitaeUNDP Personal History Form (P11)Proposal for implementing the assignmentFinancial Proposal indicating their consultancy fee on daily ratePlease quote Market Transformation Projects on the subject lineApplications should be addressed to consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us not later than 24th March 2012 at 4.30 p.m. Kenyan Time.

Please see the Terms of Reference, the P11 form, the Individual Contract Proposal form and the Terms and Conditions of Individual Contracts under ‘Related Documents’ by visiting the UNDP Kenya Website: http://www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements

Position: Project Manager - ICT

Type: Contract (March - December 2012)

Summary

The successful candidate shall be responsible for successful implementation of IT system for all our core lines of business.

Key Responsibilities

Build and manage Project documents.Manage the participation of all Project stakeholders.Ensure the effective control of Project and Project changes.Create a software quality assurance plan for the project, proper usage of existing intellectual property and update quality project deliverables.Manage timescales and resource requirements.Track and manage application requirements.Document relevant business, functional and non-functional requirements.The identification and management of project risks and issuesMonitor costs, timescales and resources used.Project Management documentation templates.Project assurance and review methods.Degree or Diploma in computer science, commerce or business administration.Recognised project management qualification/certification e.g. Project Management Professional (PMP).Minimum 8 years professional experienceMinimum 4 years PM experiencePosition: Actuarial Officer

Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Head of Finance for management and financial accounting with respect to quality actuarial input a valuations and development, design, maintenance, enhancement and pricing of Apollo life’s products.

Key Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities will require from the successful candidate to:

Reserving calculationsActuarial liabilitiesAnalysis of actuarial surplus and actuarial liabilitiesCapital adequacy requirementsProducing projections for budgeting and model office purposes for new product developmentVarious statutory returns and other compliance-related tasksAsset-liability matching processBonus investigation for making bonus recommendationsLiaison with statutory actuary on year-end actuarial valuationsDeveloping models and other modelling requirements for products Product strategies for new ventures and business partnershipsOrganise surveys from different segments of customers for new and existing productsBachelors Degree Actuarial Science/Studying towards completion of Actuarial Qualification/Qualified Actuary.2 to 4 years experience (with respect to the above responsibilities) in individual life insurance, group a credit life insurance, pension a annuitiesGeneral understanding financial accountingPosition: Head of Individual life Insurance Business

Summary

Reporting to the C.E.O., the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall performance of the individual life insurance business line which includes product development & delivery, production, operational efficiency, customer service and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies to meet set targetsOversee processing of underwriting, proposal/policy administration and reinsuranceSupervise timely payment of claims and reinsurance reconciliationEnsure all customer queries are promptly addressedEnsure that the agency force is continuously well trained with requisite skills.Development of new products and enhancement of existing productsSupport local marketing activities and integrate with all Company public relations activitiesReview on market and competitor activitiesAdminister branch activitiesExecutive management reportsCompliance to the regulatory any other legal requirementsB.comm degree (marketing option preferred). MBA is an advantageFlMI orACII5+ years experience at a senior management level in a individual life insurance businessHow to apply

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send an updated Curriculum Vitae (Ms Word version) to recruitment@apollo.co.ke clearly stating the job position as the subject.

Include your daytime contact, current & expected remuneration.

Deadline for application is 30th December 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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UNDP Kenya Jobs.

The UNDP Service Contract (SC) modality is intended to support the engagement of personnel to service development projects and to provide non-core services where outsourcing is not a viable and/or feasible option.

The SC modality is distinct in nature, with finite functions and limited services that are directly related to the execution of such projects or service areas.

The UNDP has developed a Handbook on Setting Remuneration for Service Contract Personnel (“the Handbook”) that delegates to UNDP Resident Representatives full responsibility and accountability to collect and analyze data locally to create and update Service Contract remuneration scales.

UNDP Kenya completed the last SC remuneration survey in 2008. SC remuneration scales should generally be updated annually, with comprehensive salary surveys done at intervals that are no longer than 3 years.

The UNDP

UNDP is the UN’s global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. The organization has a presence in 166 countries, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges.

UNDP Kenya administers 18 other UN agencies in Kenya, in addition to individuals engaged in Programmes and Projects undertaken in collaboration with The Government of Kenya and other development partners. UNDP Kenya appreciates that the support of highly skilled, dedicated and motivated SC personnel is an element of vital importance to the success of its programmes in the country.

Objective of this assignment

The objective of this assignment is to undertake a survey of comparator organizations established locally. The consultancy should determine whether the UNDP salary scales for Service Contract holders are in line with the prevailing market conditions for similar functions and comparable work and make recommendations.

Duration

Total duration for consultancy will be approximately 30 days broken down to specific tasks during the term of the consultancy.

Qualifications

* A Masters degree in Business or Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, with at least 7 years of practical experience relevant to the consultancy.
* A first degree in the above areas with extensive experience (at least 10 years) in the area of assignment will also be considered.
* Experience with conditions of employment for short term contract staff and conducting professional salary surveys is necessary.

Application procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications with the following;

* A formal proposal for conducting this consultancy
* Detailed CV, current P11 form
* Present a medical certificate from a recognized medical practitioner

Applications/proposals should be submitted to; consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us on or before 28 February 2011.

Terms of reference can be obtained through; http://www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements

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