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UNFPA is pleased to announce the following position in its Kenya Country Office (KCO).

The position is open to interested Kenyan nationals who should submit their applications as well as P-11 forms which can be accessed through (www.unfpa.org/employment/docs/p-11.doc) to the undersigned address by 23 December, 2011.

Candidates can also submit their applications by e-mail before the deadline.

Only short-listed candidates for the advertised positions will be contacted.

UNFPA reserves the right to support at the indicated or lower level.

Vacancy No: VA/FPA/KEN/06/2010

Post Title: Personal Assistant to the Representative

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Category: ICS-6/G6

Duration of Appointment: One year, renewable subject to need, availability of funds and satisfactory performance

Organisational Unit: UNFPA Kenya Country Office

Background and Job Purpose

Under the guidance of the UNFPA Representative and the Deputy Representative performs senior-level administrative duties as well as organizational and coordinating functions; is responsible for protocol matters and the effective functioning of the office of the Representative.

Duties and Responsibilities

Communication

Keeps track of correspondences requiring action, follow-up and provide feedback to the Representative in good time for respect of deadlines.Drafts non-substantive correspondence at own initiative and ensure follow-up. Performs tasks with minimal supervision.Types correspondence, documents and reports.Undertakes timely and professional preparation of outgoing mail for the Representative and Deputy Representative.Manages all internal and external queries and requests, responding and re-directing accordingly.Screens telephone calls, and answer queries with tact and discretion.Reviews correspondences and leave requests to ensure that they are correctly typed and completed before presentation for Representative’s approval.Calendar and Agenda/Internal Meetings:
Schedules meetings for the Representative and Deputy Representative, and maintains their calendars.Manages requests for meetings by key stakeholders, office staff and partners and other outside parties.Maintain a weekly schedule of all official meetings involving staff participation and maintains the weekly matrix of actions to be taken by staff.Participates in Programme Meetings and follows up on relevant actions raised. Inform staff of such meetings in advance.Coordinates protocol matters efficiently in liaison with the Operations Unit. Prepares relevant correspondence to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and undertakes follow-up action. Receives high delegation missions with a high level of professionalism.Undertakes all travel arrangements for the Representative and Deputy Representative, namely; follow up on ticket, visa, travel authorization and DSA, hotel and other transport requirements (airport transfers). Follows up to ensure that Travel Claim Forms and Travel Reports are submitted in a timely manner.Prepares detailed itineraries for official missions for use by the Representative and Deputy Representative.Prepares and processes Travel Authorizations (local and international) for all staff due to take up missions. Event Coordination/Public Relations/Internal Meetings:
Proactively undertakes, in liaison with the operations unit, preparation, facilitation and coordination of hospitality functions, donors and stakeholders meetings.Receives, reviews and appropriately direct official invitations to events, meetings and hospitality functions.Undertakes appropriate research for the Representative and Deputy Representative in regards to invitations received in order to avail adequate information.Assists in the development of background material for presentations in relations to events, meetings, conferences.Receives guests/delegations/missions while projecting a positive image of the organization.Prepares presentable detailed itineraries/programmes for events, meetings, conferences, dinners, among othersMaintains relevant events databases e.g. guest lists, invitations list distribution, name badges, seating plans etc.Coordinates with the Operations Unit (Procurement) to ensure venues are secured for events.Provides logistical support for various international/local meetings, workshops, etc.
Provides backstopping assistance to organizing seminars/workshops for UNFPA office/Projects.
Participate in the Quarterly meetings organized for the UNFPA-Funded projects and office retreat.Liaise closely with and support the Resident Coordinator’s Office on special events, meetings, missions and update UNFPA Representative on a daily basis.Maintains confidential work and files for UNFPA Representative and Deputy Representative.Maintains important contact details (SMT/UNCT/Donors/Partners/Key Stakeholders) for easy access and use by the Representative and Deputy Representative.Prepares briefing materials for Representative/Deputy Representative for use on their official trips or special meetings.Ensure that relevant factual information, briefs and supporting documentation is provided for meetings and events.Coordinates transport requirements for the Office of the Representative and Deputy Representative.Liaises with the operations unit as necessary with regards to office requirements.Performs liaison duties with other units. Assists other Administrative/Programme Assistants in the logistics for preparations/arrangements for incoming/outgoing mission and staff from Headquarters, Africa Regional Office and Sub-Regional Office.Provides backstopping assistance in organization of meetings, workshops and seminars.Participates in the quarterly meetings organized for the UNFPA-Funded projects and office retreats and follows up on actions from decisions reached.Manages filing and records.The necessary business acumenIntegrity and commitment to mandateTakes responsibility for personal learning and career developmentValues diversityWorks collaboratively with colleaguesRemains calm, composed and patient and avoids unproductive conflict.Empowerment/Developing people/Performance managementResult Oriented/committed to excellence.Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Arts (Communication), Public RelationsMinimum 5 years of professional experience as a Personal Assistant/Executive Assistant to the Representative/Director General/Managing Director/Chief Executive Director of a busy Corporate firm/UN Agency/International Organization.Additional qualifications such as diploma/certificate in communications, public relations are desirable.Strong writing and oral communication skills.Proficiency in word processing and other computerized applications.A good command of the English language, both written and spoken, good drafting skills and preferably a working knowledge of a second UN language; knowledge of Kiswahili.Applications with a current CV and a copy of the P-11 should be addressed to:

The UNFPA Representative
UN Complex Gigiri, Block N, Room 207
P.O. Box 30218, 00100
Nairobi

Or Email address: recruit.unfpa@gmail.com

Envelopes should be referenced VA/FPA/KEN/06/2010 - PERSONAL ASSISTANT POST.

‘UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life.

We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’

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Post Title: Web Designer, UNFPA Somalia Web Site Development and Design

Type of Contract: SSA

Period: 2 months

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Date of Issue: 16 September 2011

Closing Date: 30 September 2011

The United Nations Population Fund is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity.

UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect.

Purpose of the post

The present Terms of Reference aims to provide a framework for development of the UNFPA Somalia Country Office official website.

The website is expected to adhere to UNFPA branding guidelines and design approaches employed in UNFPA global web site (www.unfpa.org).

It should be user-friendly, with smooth navigation and modern content management system, and serve as a working tool for UNFPA Somalia and an information resource for its partners and general public, about UNFPA in general and UNFPA Somalia in particular.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the UNFPA Officer-In-Charge and direct supervision of the Communications Focal Point, the Consultant will:

Ensure that before the end of the consultancy UNFPA Somalia Country Office website is fully operational;Ensure UNFPA Somalia staff is trained in management of the web site.3-5 years of relevant work experience in IT sector and/or web developing (experience with other international organizations is an asset);Advanced knowledge of the modern web development technologies; HTML, ASP, PHP, SQL, JavaScript, knowledge of web design (knowledge of modern CMS platforms such as Jahia, Joomla, Drupal is an asset);Proven experience in web development field, solid portfolio of accomplished web projects;Good communication skillsFluency in written and spoken English as well as fluency in Somali.Familiarity with UN development programmes and working methods, and particularly with UNFPA policies and procedures;

Vacancy No: VA/FPA/SOM/01/2011

Post Title: Driver

Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointment

Level: GS2

Duration: 1 year, Renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Date of Re-Issue: 02 September 2011

Closing Date: 16 September 2011

Organisational Unit: UNFPA Somalia Country Office

Organizational Context

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity.

UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the International Operations Manager (IOM), the driver will perform the following duties:

Drive authorized personnel as directed.Deliver, collects mail, documents and other items as instructedMeet and escorts senior UNFPA officials to and from the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required;Responsible for the day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres etc; performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean at all times;Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing etc;Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident;Perform clerical work related to administrative services such as sorting, filling, photocopying, etc; as required;Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.Initiative and discretion;
participates effectively in a team-based information-sharing environment, collaborating and cooperating with others;
plans and produces quality results to meet established goals;
strives for quality client-oriented services;
executes day-to-day tasks systematically and efficiently;
good communication skills;
capacity to work under pressure.Qualifications and Experience:
Completion of Secondary School Education, valid and clean driving license, knowledge of mechanics; good knowledge of Nairobi, and surroundings, four years’ work experience as a driver and a safe driving record.Applications with a current CV and P11 (www.escwa.un.org/main/vacancies/P_11.doc) marked: “VA/FPA/SOM/01/2011 –Driver” on the envelope should be addressed to:

Email address: recruit.unfpasom@unfpa.org

UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life.

We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’

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Vacancy No: VA/FPA/SOM/05/2011

Post Title: National Programme Associate

Type of Contract: Fixed Term

Level: ICS 6 (G-6)

Duration: 1 year, Renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Duty Station: Nairobi

Date of Issue: 29 August 2011

Closing Date: 12 September 2011

Organisational Unit: UNFPA Somalia Country Office

Organizational Context

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity.

UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Representative and the direct supervision of the Deputy Representative, the Programme Associate supports the design, planning, monitoring and management of UNFPA’s country programme by providing and managing data inputs, providing logistical support, monitoring project implementation, keeping project files and documents and following up on recommendations.

The Programme Associate applies established systems and procedures and assists in the creation of substantive knowledge by compiling, synthesizing and analyzing information relevant to population and development, gender and reproductive health.

He/she is instrumental in facilitating programme/project implementation using and developing appropriate mechanisms and systems and ensuring compliance with established procedures.

The Programme Associate maintains collaborative relationships with all programme and project staff.

Results-Oriented Functions

Participates in the identification and formulation of the country programme and component projects, by compiling and analyzing information in the subject areas of UNFPA assistance to the Government, assist in drafting work plans and prepares tables and statistical data.Evaluates programme activities, establishing and implementing mechanisms to systematically assess the achievement of results, conducting field visits, participating in review meetings and evaluation missions and preparing regular inputs to status and progress reports.Analyzes basic factors affecting the achievement of results, recommends corrective actions and follows up on recommendationsIn coordination with national counterparts and project personnel guides routine implementation of assigned AWPs, coordinating the delivery of project inputs, ensuring participation of national counterparts in training activities.Provides logistical support to projects by coordinating review meetings and other project related workshops and events. Keep undated knowledge on UNFPA implementation policies and procedures.Contributes to the creation and sharing of knowledge by synthesizing and documenting findings and lessons learned, success stories and best practices, strategies and approaches of the Country Office and drafting relevant materials for disseminationSupports the advocacy and resource mobilization strategy of the Country Office by compiling and synthesizing relevant background material for use in discussions and public events.Establishes and maintains records network of donor and public information contacts and provides assistance in organizing and conducting donor meetings and public information events.Serve as a focal point for sub-offices programme communications by keeping records, follow up on actions and communicate feedback to the field.Facilitate plan and record programme meetings and follow on recommendations.Advocacy/Advancing a policy oriented agendaResults-based programme development and managementInnovation and marketing of new approachesResource mobilizationReport writing skillsJob knowledge/Technical expertise

Corporate Competencies:
IntegrityCommitment to the organization and its mandateCultural Sensitivity/Valuing diversityDeveloping people/Coaching and mentoringPerformance managementFostering Innovation and EmpowermentWorking in teams, positive attitude as a member in the team.Communicating information and ideasSelf management/Emotional intelligenceConflict management/Negotiating and resolving disagreementsAnalytical and strategic thinking in the area of workResults orientation/Commitment to excellenceAppropriate and transparent decision making abilityKnowledge sharing/Continuous learning abilityJob Requirements:

Academic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Health, Population, Demography and/or other related Social Science field is preferable.

Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience in the public or private sector.

Languages: Fluency in oral and written English.

Computer skills: Proficiency in current office software applications.

Applications with a current CV and P11 (www.escwa.un.org/main/vacancies/P_11.doc) marked: “VA/FPA/SOM/05/2011 – Programme Associate” should be forwarded to email address: recruit.unfpasom@unfpa.org

UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

‘UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’

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Vacancy No: VA/FPA/SOM/04/2011

Post Title: Administrative Associate

Type of Contract: Fixed Term

Level: ICS6 (G-6)

Duration: 1 year, Renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Duty Station: Nairobi

Date of Issue: 29 August 2011

Closing Date: 12 September 2011

Organisational Unit: UNFPA Somalia Country Office

Organizational Context

Under the guidance and overall supervision of the International Operations Manager (IOM), the Administrative Associate provides functional leadership in human resource, administrative and financial systems of the Country Office.

He/she delivers quality services in HR, administration and finance to internal and external clients mastering all relevant rules, guidelines, processes and procedures.

He/she takes a client-oriented, results-focused approach to interpreting the rules, procedures and guidelines in service of the country programme, providing support and guidance to the Country Office and UNFPA-supported projects

Results-Oriented Functional Statement

Adapts processes and procedures, anticipates and manages operational requirements of programme/project inputs under national execution in terms of personnel, subcontracts, equipment, fellowships, study tours and other programme and project related events to facilitate programme/project delivery.Prepares and monitors the administrative budget and ensures financial transactions are in accordance with UNFPA financial rules and procedures. Proposes procedures to improve internal controls and efficiency and responds to audit issues.Manages the recruitment and selection process applying best practice HR tools and mechanisms, advises and briefs managers and project personnel on different types of contracting modalities, HR policies and benefits, coordinates the E-PAD process and advises on performance issues.Implements corporate systems and applications in support of finance and human resource management and country office operations; creates systems and mechanisms for effective management of UNFPA resources required for NEX, and advises and trains project staff in NEX procedures. Maintains continuous and accurate/up-dated flow of information between Country Office and HQ.Reviews procurement requests and initiates procurement procedures for office and project equipment, supplies and services in a transparent and cost-effective manner; recommends procurement decision. Contributes to the smooth running of the office by ensuring the provision and maintenance of services and supplies following-up processes and maintaining up-to-date inventory and records.Reviews and prepares material for common system activities relating to common services and premises, cost recovery, privileges and immunities, entitlement and salary surveys, security etc and represents UNFPA in related inter-agency meetings and working groups in the absence of supervisor.Functional Competencies:

Business acumen: Independently gathers, analyses and interprets data and information from a wide range of sources using appropriate analytical tools and professional standards. Identifies warning signs based on financial analysis, probes for clarification or points of concern and presents findings

Client orientation: Establishes effective relationships with internal and external clients, actively supports the interests of the client and researches potential solutions to client needs Organizes and prioritizes work schedule and addresses client needs and deadlines promptly and
diplomatically

Implementing management systems: Maintains information/databases on system design features and develops system components. Makes recommendations relative to work-processing approaches and procedures which would lead to more efficient systems design.

Corporate Competencies:

Values

Integrity/Commitment to mandate: Acts in accordance with UN/UNFPA values and holds himself/herself accountable for actions taken. Demonstrates personal commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and to the organizational vision.

Knowledge sharing/Continuous learning: Takes responsibility for personal learning and career development and actively seeks opportunities to learn through formal and informal means. Learns from others inside and outside the organization adopting best practices created by others. Actively produces and disseminates new knowledge.

Valuing diversity: Demonstrates an international outlook, appreciates differences in values and learns from cultural diversity. Takes actions appropriate to the religious and cultural context and shows respect, tact and consideration for cultural differences. Observes and inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviors.

Managing Relationships

Working in teams: Works collaboratively with colleagues inside and outside of UNFPA to allow the achievement of common goals and shared objectives. Actively seeks resolution of disagreements and supports the decisions of the team.

Communicating information and ideas: Delivers oral and written information in a timely, effective and easily understood manner. Participates in meetings and group discussions actively listening and sharing information. Frankly expresses ideas with the intent to resolve issues, considers what others have to say and responds appropriately to criticism.

Conflict and self management: Manages personal reactions by remaining calm, composed and patient even when under stress or during a crisis and avoids engaging in unproductive conflict. Expresses disagreement in constructive ways that focus on the issue not the person. Tolerates conditions of uncertainty or ambiguity and continues to work productively.

Working with people

Empowerment/Developing people/Performance management: Integrates himself/herself into the work unit seeking opportunities to originate action and actively contributing to achieving results with other members of the team. Knows his/her limitations and strength, welcomes constructive criticism and feedback and gives honest and contractive feedback to colleagues and supervisors. Seeks new challenges and assignments and exhibits a desire to learn. Accepts responsibility for personal performance participating in individual work planning and objective setting seeking feedback and acting to continuously improve performance.

Personal Leadership and Effectiveness

Analytical and strategic thinking: Uses appropriate analytical tools and logic to gather, define and analyze information, situations and problems and draws logical conclusions from data. Demonstrates an ability to set clear and appropriate priorities focusing on tasks and activities which have a strategic impact on results. Anticipates and meets information needs of the team and other stakeholders.

Results orientation/Commitment to excellence: Strives to achieve high personal standard of excellence. Takes action that goes beyond responding to the obvious needs of the situation and persists until successful outcomes are achieved.

Appropriate and transparent decision making: Makes timely and appropriate decisions taking into consideration various and complex issues and takes responsibility for the impact of decisions. Inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviors.

Job Requirements:

Academic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.

Experience: 5 – 10 years of relevant experience in administration, preferably part of it with an
International organization or the United Nations. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel etc), and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, and experience in handling of web-based financial management systems. Knowledge of ATLAS is preferable.

Languages: Fluency in oral and written English.

Applications with a current CV and P11 (www.escwa.un.org/main/vacancies/P_11.doc) marked: “VA/FPA/SOM/01/2011 –“Administrative Associate” should be addressed to: recruit.unfpasom@unfpa.org

UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’

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Vacancy No: VA/FPA/SOM/02/2011

Post Title: Finance Associate

Type of Contract: Fixed Term

Duration: 1 Year, Renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds

Level: ICS 6 (G-6)

Duty Station: Nairobi

Date of Issue: 29 August 2011

Closing Date: 12 September 2011

Organizational Unit: UNFPA Somalia Country Office

Organizational Context

Under the guidance and overall supervision of the Operations Manager, the Finance Associate ensures the effective functioning of financial operations and systems in support of the programme and office management.

He/she works closely with programme and project staff providing financial monitoring and analysis of projects and advising managers on expenditure trends and implementation rates.

The Finance Associate is also a member of the Country Office management services team managing financial aspects of Country Office operations. He/she may supervise clerical and support staff.

Results-Oriented Functional Statements

Functional Competencies

Business acumen: Independently gathers, analyses and interprets data and information from a wide range of sources using appropriate analytical tools and professional standards. Identifies warning signs based on financial analysis, probes for clarification or points of concern and presents findings

Client orientation: Establishes effective relationships with internal and external clients, actively supports the interests of the client and researches potential solutions to client needs Organizes and prioritizes work schedule and addresses client needs and deadlines promptly and
diplomatically

Implementing management systems: Maintains information/databases on system design features and develops system components. Makes recommendations relative to work-processing approaches and procedures which would lead to more efficient systems design.

Corporate Competencies:

Values

Integrity/Commitment to mandate: Acts in accordance with UN/UNFPA values and holds himself/herself accountable for actions taken. Demonstrates personal commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and to the organizational vision.

Knowledge sharing/Continuous learning: Takes responsibility for personal learning and career development and actively seeks opportunities to learn through formal and informal means. Learns from others inside and outside the organization adopting best practices created by others. Actively produces and disseminates new knowledge.

Valuing diversity: Demonstrates an international outlook, appreciates differences in values and learns from cultural diversity. Takes actions appropriate to the religious and cultural context and shows respect, tact and consideration for cultural differences. Observes and inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviors.

Managing Relationships

Working in teams: Works collaboratively with colleagues inside and outside of UNFPA to allow the achievement of common goals and shared objectives. Actively seeks resolution of disagreements and supports the decisions of the team.

Communicating information and ideas: Delivers oral and written information in a timely, effective and easily understood manner. Participates in meetings and group discussions actively listening and sharing information. Frankly expresses ideas with the intent to resolve issues, considers what others have to say and responds appropriately to criticism.

Conflict and self management: Manages personal reactions by remaining calm, composed and patient even when under stress or during a crisis and avoids engaging in unproductive conflict. Expresses disagreement in constructive ways that focus on the issue not the person. Tolerates conditions of uncertainty or ambiguity and continues to work productively.

Working with people

Empowerment/Developing people/Performance management: Integrates himself/herself into the work unit seeking opportunities to originate action and actively contributing to achieving results with other members of the team. Knows his/her limitations and strength, welcomes constructive criticism and feedback and gives honest and contractive feedback to colleagues and supervisors. Seeks new challenges and assignments and exhibits a desire to learn. Accepts responsibility for personal performance participating in individual work planning and objective setting seeking feedback and acting to continuously improve performance.

Personal Leadership and Effectiveness

Analytical and strategic thinking: Uses appropriate analytical tools and logic to gather, define and analyze information, situations and problems and draws logical conclusions from data. Demonstrates an ability to set clear and appropriate priorities focusing on tasks and activities which have a strategic impact on results. Anticipates and meets information needs of the team and other stakeholders.

Results orientation/Commitment to excellence: Strives to achieve high personal standard of excellence. Takes action that goes beyond responding to the obvious needs of the situation and persists until successful outcomes are achieved.

Appropriate and transparent decision making: Makes timely and appropriate decisions taking into consideration various and complex issues and takes responsibility for the impact of decisions. Inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her
own biases and behaviors

Job Requirements:

Academic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in finance.

Experience: 5 – 10 years of relevant experience in finance, preferably part of it with an International organization or the United Nations. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel etc), and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, and experience in handling of web-based financial management systems. Knowledge of ATLAS is preferable.

Languages: Fluency in oral and written English

Applications with a current CV and P11 (www.escwa.un.org/main/vacancies/P_11.doc) marked: “VA/FPA/SOM/02/2011 –“Finance Associate” should be addressed to:

Email address: recruit.unfpasom@unfpa.org

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’

GOK / UNFPA 7th Country Programme (2009-2013)

Consultants for Midterm Review

Vacancy No: VA/FPA/KEN/01/2011

Closing Date: 7th March 2011 (5pm)

Post Title: Consultant(s)

Post Type: Special Service Agreement

UNFPA wishes to nationally recruit a team of three qualified and dedicated consultants who will be charged with the responsibility of conducting the midterm review of the GOK/UNFPA 7th Country Programme and preparing the Country Brief and/or other technical papers as may be required.

The consultants will be responsible for the three core programme components of UNFPA, namely:

(i) Population and Development (PD) – (team leader);

(ii) Reproductive Health and Rights (RH&R); and

(iii) Gender Equality (GE).

The GOK/UNFPA 7th Country Programme responds to selected national priorities in the social and political pillars of Kenya Vision 2030, which is the country’s blueprint covering the period 2008 to 2030.

The Country Programme has been designed to contribute to the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) outcomes, while ensuring linkages with the UNFPA Strategic Plan, which is the centerpiece for organizational programming, management and accountability for the period 2008-2013.

The goal of the Seventh Country Programme is to contribute to the improvement of the quality of life of the people of Kenya, which will contribute to the First Medium Term Plan (MTP I) of Kenya’s Vision 2010.

The consultant on Population and Development will be the team leader and will in this capacity coordinate the activities of his/her co-consultants and assess the extent to which the various outputs contribute in meeting the aims of the GOK/UNFPA 7th Country Programme and the Government’s overall population objectives as they relate to the ICPD and ICPD+5 goals.

He/she will coordinate the inputs of co-consultants as well as write the comprehensive and synthesized report of the Country Programme.

Profile of the Consultants

Consultant for Population and Development/Lead Consultant:

At least a Master’s Degree in a Population related subject, or any other relevant field;
extensive national and international experience in monitoring and evaluation of programme population and development programmes.
Experience on evaluation of UN supported programmes will be an added advantage.Consultant for Reproductive Health and Rights:
Master’s Degree in Public Health, or any other relevant field;extensive national and international experience in monitoring and evaluation of programme Reproductive Health programmes.
Experience on evaluation of UN supported programmes will be an added advantage.Consultant for Gender Equality:
Master’s Degree in Gender and Development Studies, or any other relevant field;extensive national and international experience in monitoring and evaluation of Gender Programmes;
Experience on evaluation of UN supported programmes will be an added advantage.Terms of Service

The fees for the consultancy will follow the UN regulations and in consultation with the UNFPA Country Office. In addition, the consultants will be provided with the necessary administrative and logistical support to enable them deliver on the expected outputs.

Applicants should give full details of educational and professional qualifications, work experience, telephone number, email address and attach copies of certificates and testimonials.

Applications with current CV should be addressed to: recruit.unfpa@gmail.com and must be clearly marked the programme component of interest (PD, RH&R or GE), to be received on or before Tuesday 7th March, 2011.

For detailed TOR, please send request to ngechu@unfpa.org.

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VA/FPA/KEN/01/2011

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity.

UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect.

UNFPA Kenya Country Office is seeking to update its current consultancy roaster of professionals. Qualified experts who are available for short-term and/or temporary assignments are invited to apply.

In general, candidates must have an advanced degree and international expertise in at least one of the specialized fields, which include reproductive health, gender, culture, human rights, demography, health economics, community mobilization, monitoring and evaluation, HIV/AIDS, youth, advocacy, communication and logistics.

Interested professionals are requested to send a cover letter with the reference:
“Expression of Interest- Consultancy Roaster” and Curriculum vitae to

The UNFPA Representative
UN Complex Gigiri, Block Q, Room 205
P.O. Box 30218, 00100
Nairobi

or email address: recruit.unfpa@gmail.com

The deadline for application is Friday 21 January, 2011.

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