UN Communications Recruitment Kenya

UN Jobs Kenya. Communications Careers
UN World Food Programme – Somalia
Vacancy Announcement
NO. VA-018/2013(Position Number 13-0014030)
Post Title: Food Security Cluster Communication Officer
Contract type: Service Contract
Post Grade: SC 9
Duty Station: Nairobi
Duration: Five months (Initial)
Date of issue: 11th sep 2013
Closing Date: 21st sep 2013
Background
The Somalia Food Security Cluster (FSC) is jointly managed by the World Food Programme Somalia and the Food and Agriculture Organisation Somalia whose activities include the coordination of food security related programmes to minimise response gaps and promote preparedness. The FSC works with humanitarian agencies in Somalia to invest in the capacity of the cluster’s membership and work with the broader humanitarian community.
This position is open to qualified Kenyan candidates. Female candidates in particular, are encouraged to apply.
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications only according to the following procedures:
• Go to: : http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/13-0014030
• Step 1: Create your online CV.
• Step 2: Click on “Description” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit
your application.
NOTE: You must complete Step 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

UNDP Somalia Archives Specialist Jobs

UN Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Archives Specialist
Location : Hargeisa, SOMALIA
Application Deadline : 14-Sep-13
Type of Contract : Individual Contract
Post Level : International Consultant
Languages Required : English
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)    23-Sep-2013
Duration of Initial Contract :    40 Days
Expected Duration of Assignment : 40 Days
Background
UNDP Somalia is supporting capacity building programs for Somali public institutions so that they can function more effectively to deliver services to the Somali people. UNDP Somalia is providing institutional capacity building support through one of its projects, the Somali Institutional Development Project (SIDP). The Somali Institutional Development Project (SIDP) works with governance institutions in the Somali Federal Government (and the former Transitional Federal Government), Puntland and Somaliland to foster capable, accountable and responsive governance.
It supports the reform of public administration, from reform of the civil service to improved public financial management, and capacity development of civil servants and government officials. SIDP supports the development of inclusive political processes, including engagement of women, youth and civil society with government (and vice versa), and the design of participatory development plans.
The project responds to the need for Somali government and public institutions to function more effectively and be accountable to the public. SIDP offers support to three key pillars working across a variety of institutions.
These pillars are:
•    Public Financial Management, Transparency and Accountability;
•    Development Planning and Aid Coordination;
•    Public Sector and Parliamentary Reform;
The Somaliland National Archive (www.somalilandarchives.org) was established in 2011 by the Ministry of National Planning & Development (MNP&D) in response to the growing need for reference documents to effectively implement development policies. The mission of Somaliland National Archives is to collect, acquire, preserve and manage records of every form of national importance, which includes both public and non-public records, and make them available to members of the public and institutions who may want to use them for purposes of research, training and reference. It also entails promoting efficient, accountable and transparent government.
The National Archive thus provides access to documentation on assessments, reports, surveys, plans, projects, programs and other publications. It is also serving as a depository center for publications of international and national organizations as well as research institutions.
The National Archive collects, stores, labels hard and soft copies of relevant documents. Recently, 2000 documents were scanned in an effort to expand the electronic library.
Duties and Responsibilities
Objectives of the Assignment
The services of an international expert in archiving are sought to advise the ministry on the management of online and offline archives and to build the government’s human and institutional capacity in this field.
Scope of Work
In close consultations with the ministry staff, the international expert will be expected to perform the following tasks:
•    Organize the 2000 official documents scanned this far into an online archive;
•    Design filing protocols and a manual for the online and offline archiving;
•    Make recommendations for the redesign of the archives website;
•    Develop policy and procedures for the selection and archiving of external (non-government) publications to be integrated in the ministry’s archives;
•    Develop a training strategy for government institutions on archiving;
•    Provide training to all relevant government institutions.
Final Produce/deliverables
•    Online archive structure for 2000 documents;
•    Filing protocols and a manual for the online and offline archiving;
•    Report on the redesign of the archives website;
•    Policy and procedures for the selection and archiving of external (non-government) publications to be integrated in the ministry’s archives;
•    Training strategy for government institutions on archiving;
•    Training to all relevant government institutions delivered.
Other Information
•    The expert will be required to have a personal laptop computer;
•    Payments will be made at the successful accomplishment of each pre-determined milestone.
Competencies
•    Ability to work in a hardship environment.
•    Inter-cultural communication and people skills.
•    Ability to organize and prioritize work and function as part of a team.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:         
•    A bachelor degree in Archiving/ Record Management, Library management or any relevant field
Experience:        
•    A minimum 5 years of experience in as an archivist, librarian or information manager;
•    Experience in online data management;
•    Experience in website design is desirable;
•    Experience working in developing countries is highly desirable.
Language Requirements            
•    Fluency in written and spoken English;
•    Knowledge of Somali and/or Arabic is a strong asset.
Terms of Service
This is a non-staff contract under the Individual Contractor (IC) modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under an IC serve in their individual capacity and not as representative of a government institutions, corporate body or other authority external to UNDP.
The incumbent shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN common system or the government and are therefore not entitled to any diplomatic privileges or any other special status or conditions.
Application:
Applicants are requested to upload a copy of their latest updated P11 Form instead of a CV which can be downloaded from this website: http://www.sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc.

UNICEF Consultant Vacancies Kenya

UN Consultant Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Consultancy to Develop A Resource Mobilisation Strategy For The Joint Health and Nutrition Programme
Terms of Reference – UNSOM/2013/39
Short Service Agreement (SSA) for Individual Consultant at the Nairobi-Somalia Office, With travel to Somalia as required
Consultancy Period:  September 16 –October 16, 2013
P-4 equivalent
Justification:
1. The Joint Health and Nutrition Programme (JHNP) is a joint programme supporting the implementation of the Somali Health Sector Strategic Plans, the overall strategic policy documents for the Health Sector in Somalia. This innovative partnership between the Somali Health Authorities (SHAs), Donors and UN agencies (UNICEF, WHO and UNFPA) supports the priorities of the government in the health sector, particularly to improve maternal and child health and reduce mortality, while strengthening the systems that support improved quality and access to health care. The programme began in 2012 with a 6 month inception phase and is designed with a five  year implementation plan. The programme budget is currently estimated at USD 230 million. Past and present donor commitments from DFID, Sida, AUSAID, and USAID reach approximately US $60 million, with no significant commitments from 2015 this threatens the sustainability of the programme.
2. The high level Steering Committee that governs the JHNP requested on 20 March, 2013 that UNICEF, as the JHNP Administrative Agent, initiate a Resource Mobilisation Strategy to ensure the sustainability of the JHNP.
Scope of Work:
3. The consultancy entails the development of a Resource Mobilisation Strategy (RMS) for the JHNP. Resource mobilisation is understood as specific to the objectives of the JHNP, taking into consideration the priorities of the SHAs and the Somalia Health Sector Strategic Plans (HSSPs), as well as the three participating UN agencies’ distinct roles in supporting the six building blocks of an efficient health system in Somalia through the JHNP.
4. The RMS will consider any/all funding possibilities from bilateral donors, larger alternative international funding mechanisms and the private sector. This requires substantive analysis of each potential donor’s priorities, and their potential for support to JHNP, with a view to sustained funding for the full five years of the program.
Donors to be considered (but not limited to):
-    Traditional donors (OECD Countries)
-    Emerging Donors (BRICS, Turkey, GCC members, etc.)
-    National Committees
-    Private Sector (10 largest Private Sector donors in the region)
-    Philanthropic foundations
5. The JHNP is currently a ‘pooled’ fund but has accommodated bilateral funding outside of the pool to accommodate key donors. Recognizing the varied funding modalities amongst donors, the consultancy should analyse and recommend various potential modalities to maximize opportunities for donor support to the JHNP within and outside of a ‘pool’.
6. The RMS should include a description of the role and scope of the JHNP within the context of all other major efforts to support the Health Sector in Somalia, including humanitarian/emergency funding, in order to highlight the strategic importance of the JHNP and ensure clear understanding of the JHNP and its relation to other health sector support.
7. Given the 7 May “UK-Somalia Conference” and other positive changes in the international community’s posture toward Somalia, the RMS should highlight the efficacy of the JHNP (and potentially support the ‘marketing’ thereof) as a tool for transitional funding within the Health Sector in Somalia, and consider links with new/potential and proposed financing arrangements for Somalia. The RMS should find linkages with the development of the “New Deal for Somalia”, in particular the “Revenues and Services” pillar and assist in presenting JHNP as an opportunity to help the Somali government deliver on this pillar. The consultant should also seek opportunities at the new Financing Modalities and Trust Funds being led by the World Bank.
8. Based on the analyses, the RMS should propose concrete steps to be taken by the SHAs, the JHNP Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) and UNICEF as JHNP Administrative Agent. This should include:
-    An overview of key donor representatives for JHNP PCU to approach.
-    Proposals and strategic advice on engaging potential donors, inter alia, by identification of key entry points.
-    The preparation of specific information and fundraising material for various donors that will ensure the most effective ‘marketing’ of the JHNP to each donor.
Methodology:
9. The consultancy will be based in Nairobi with travel to Somalia, ensuring interviews with key actors in the Somalia Health Sector, including but not limited to Somali government officials (i.e., Health Authorities), donors, the New Deal Team (UN and EU), etc.
Deliverables:
10. A Resource Mobilisation Strategy document inclusive of the following:
-    Overview and analysis of potential donors for the JHNP from 2014 – 2016, with strategic advice on engaging the donors.
-    Analysis and clear presentation of potential funding modalities and mechanisms that will efficiently accommodate the widest possible number of donors into the JHNP.
-    Clear overview of current (and pending) funding support to the Somalia Health Sector and a clear analysis of how/where the JHNP is situated in the funding landscape.
-    Description of the efficacy of the JHNP as a tool for transitional funding within the Somalia Health Sector, considering links to new/potential financing arrangements for Somalia.
-    “Turn-key” fundraising material for the identified potential donors that will ensure the most effective ‘marketing’ of the JHNP – including written and PowerPoint presentation(s) with highlights of results and anticipated outcomes.
-    An overarching fundraising action plan.
Background and Experience:
•    Advanced degree in development studies, business, international affairs, communications or other fields relevant to the ToR;
•    At least 8 years of professional experience in programme development or resource mobilization;
•    Proven record developing fundraising strategies for large programmes;
•    Significant senior level donor relations experience;
•    Previous experience and conversance with the health sector in Somalia or other fragile states an asset;
•    Strong knowledge of UN programming required;
•    Knowledge of the current donor environment in Somalia an asset;
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills (English language).
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11) form, updated CV attaching copies of academic certificates to the email below.
UN staff are requested to provide the last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs). Applications submitted without a duly completed and signed Personal History Form (P11) will not be considered. Please indicate your expected fee for providing the services of the said assignment.
Applicants must quote the vacancy number and post title in the subject line of the application.  Application to be received by 16 September 2013
Email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

UN Finance Consultant Jobs Kenya

UN Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Position Title: PPP Financial and Business Consultant
Vacancy Announcement NO: FAO/109/2013
Grade Level: Local Consultancy
Contract Type: Local Consultancy
Duty Station: Nairobi With Travel To Somalia
Organizational Unit: FAO-Somalia
Duration: 30 Days
Eligible Candidates: Kenyan/ Somali Nationals
ANTICIPATED START DATE: Immediately
Issued on: 19 August 2013
Under general supervision of the Officer in Charge for Somalia, with functional guidance from the Livestock Sector Coordinator and under the direct supervision of the SEED Programme Manager and working in close collaboration with the SEED Conflict Advisor,  the consultant will develop methodology for the financial analysis/business plan development;( in the interim the proposed data collection methodology entails 2 focused group discussion and 10 key informant interviews per location, and 1 feedback session to present preliminary thoughts on financial viability of proposed Public- Private Partnership projects).
Background:
The SEED Programme is implemented by FAO-Somalia, and funded by DFID. The programme is aimed at improving livelihood and increasing employment opportunities through developing markets and supporting the investment climate and regulatory framework. The Programme which is expected to result to economic growth and stability in Somalia, is implemented along  the livestock in Somaliland, Fisheries Sector in Puntland and the Agriculture Sector in South Central Somalia.
For effective  Programme  implementation it is crucial that all partners clearly understand the context of operation, while at the same time seeking to conceptualize the existing relationship between livelihood interventions and conflict. This therefore means that all socio-economic aspects of the project areas have to be clearly defined and understood with a view to ensuring that the project does not exacerbate some of the challenges that potential beneficiaries are currently experiencing.
It is in view of the above that the SEED Programme under Livestock Sector of FAO/UN-Somalia is calling for applications from qualified consultants to undertake the task of undertaking a financial analysis and developing business plans for  Public Private Partnership projects in the  Livestock and fisheries sectors. The facilities  are currently under rehabilitation before being subjected to  a Public- Private Partnership process. These include a meat market and a livestock market in Hargeisa, a meat Market in Burco (all in Somaliland), and a fish market in Bossaso, Puntland.
Roles, Duties and Responsibilities          
The financial analysis should include Revenue Analysis/Projections, Profit-Loss projections, Operational/Administrative Costs, Depreciations and taxations, Sustainability, strategies for enhancing profitability, and guidance on financial management including accountability and record keeping.
The Consultant is expected to present a consultancy report and financial analysis/business plans for each of the projects.
Key Functions:
1.    Design and present a  methodology for financial analysis/business planning  and tools of data collection Review existing literature on PPP within Somalia and beyond (3 days)
2.    Undertake data collection using the approved methodology (15days)
3.    Present 4 financial analysis reports and business plans one for each of the four projects  with concrete recommendations on new areas of focus and ways of improving sustainability and profitability. (8 days)
4.    Prepare and deliver a PPT presentation of the findings at FAO Nairobi Office (1 day)
5.    Submit draft consultancy report for review and finalization (3days)
Minimum requirements:
Education: MBA or Masters degree in a Business-oriented discipline i.e. Economics, Finance, Accounting or Economic Development.
Experience: At least 5 years of proven experience in Financial Analysis and Business Planning for  Public Private Partnership Projects and undertaking consultancy assignments in the areas of strategic planning, business/market analysis, business process analysis and improvement, competitive analysis, conducting specific market research on agribusiness and infrastructure markets will be considered as an added advantage.
Expected outputs: Study methodology and Data collection tools
One (1) Consultancy Report
Four (4) Financial analysis and business plan reports
Language: Knowledge of English and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
Selection Criteria:
    Ability to analyze profitability and performance, and proposing improvements;
    Ability to analyze performance across revenue and expenses lines, variances compared to prior periods, and trend data;
    Skills in coordination of planning/ forecasting process and assessing the viability of value-chain products;
    Skills in corrective action and identifying cost savings opportunities;
    Knowledge of compliance with local budgetary reporting requirements and internal controls;
    Skills in providing consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and management information analyses;
    Experience relevant to conflict in Somalia is desirable
To Apply:
Send your application to:
Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/109/2013 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available at  http://www.fao.org/employment/en/  E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org
Deadline For Application: 30th sep 2013
Applications must be received by the deadline.  Late applications will not be considered.
Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Kenya Consultant Vacancies

UN Jobs Kenya. Consultant Jobs
Request for Proposal (RFP)
Capacity Assessment of UNDP’S Implementing Partner and Responsible Parties in the Implementation of the GEF Southern Rangelands Project.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP Kenya) Country Office wishes to contract the services of a consultancy firm to conduct an assessment of the Technical, Financial and Managerial Capacity of UNDP’s partners in the implementation of the “Enhancing Wildlife Conservation in the Productive Southern Kenya Rangelands through a Landscape Approach” project.
Application process
For the full Terms of Reference (ToR) and requirements please visit UNDP Kenya’s Website: http://www.ke.undp.org/content/kenya/en/home/operations/procurement
Sealed proposal documents comprising the technical proposal and the financial proposal in separate sealed envelopes clearly marked “RFP/UNDPKEN/011/2013: CAPACITY ASSESSMENT OF UNDP’S IMPLEMENTING PARTNER AND RESPONSIBLE PARTIES IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE GEF SOUTHERN RANGELANDS PROJECT “should be dropped at the UNDP TENDER BOX placed at the main entrance reception of UN Complex in Gigiri and addressed to:
The Deputy Country Director (Operations)
United Nations Development Programme Kenya,
Block N, Third Floor, UN Complex, Gigiri,
PO Box 30218, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
THE CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS TUESDAY, 24 SEPTEMBER 2013 AT 3.00 P.M. KENYA TIME.
A pre-bidding conference will be held on 20 September 2013 at 10.00 a.m. in the UNDP Conference Room, Ground Floor, Block N.
Interested bidders wishing to attend the pre-bidding conference shall contact by e-mail: procurement.ken@undp.org to confirm their attendance, not later than 3.00 p.m., Monday 9 September 2013 for UNDP to facilitate access to the UN Complex.
UNDP Kenya reserves the right to accept or reject any submissions.