United Nations Children’s Fund
(UNICEF)
Kenya Country Office, Nairobi
Vacancy Announcement:School WASH Consultant
Duration: 3 months
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenya Nationals to fill the above consultancy in the WASH Section, UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Purpose of the Consultancy: Under the overall guidance of the Chief of WASH Section, and direct supervision of WASH in Schools Specialist, the WASH Officer will be responsible for technical support for implementation and monitoring of WASH services in 83 low cost boarding schools in 8 ASAL counties.
Justification: The government of Kenya has adopted the National School Health Policy and made it compulsory for all schools to adopt. It has also issued the National School Health Guidelines to promote WASH, disease prevention and control, gender issues, child rights and special needs in the school learning environment.
The policy and guidelines are being
implemented in line with other national frameworks – such as the Public Health
Act Cap 242, Water Act Cap 372, and the Children’s Act.
The School Health Policy plays an
important guidance role in providing adequate WASH facilities to schools. This
initiative embodies the potential synergy of inter-ministerial efforts between
the MoE and the Ministry of Health.
The holistic and inter-sectoral
approach is intended to reduce morbidity and mortality, promote health and
hygiene for school children, and enhance overall equitable access, retention
and quality in pre-primary, primary and secondary education.
The approach “WASH in Schools” has been globally recognized as effective in bringing about a positive impact on educational outcomes. In Kenya ,nine schools surveyed found that, when student hand washing in Grades 4–8 increased, absenteeism declined by 35%, while absences in neighboring schools without the intervention increased by 5% {UNICEF, 2012, Raising even more clean hands: Advocating health, learning and equity through WASH in Schools} .
The approach “WASH in Schools” has been globally recognized as effective in bringing about a positive impact on educational outcomes. In Kenya ,nine schools surveyed found that, when student hand washing in Grades 4–8 increased, absenteeism declined by 35%, while absences in neighboring schools without the intervention increased by 5% {UNICEF, 2012, Raising even more clean hands: Advocating health, learning and equity through WASH in Schools} .
Globally, there is rich evidence to
show that WASH in Schools boosts school attendance, academic achievement, and
levels of safety and protection, especially for girls’ education
Despite the above positive evidence related to WASH in Schools, many public schools in Kenya have limited access to WASH facilities and school water sources, such as pipelines, shallow wells and boreholes, especially in arid counties prone to chronic drought and seasonal flooding. For example, 647 of 1,207 primary schools (53%) had no water sources in the eight arid counties.
Despite the above positive evidence related to WASH in Schools, many public schools in Kenya have limited access to WASH facilities and school water sources, such as pipelines, shallow wells and boreholes, especially in arid counties prone to chronic drought and seasonal flooding. For example, 647 of 1,207 primary schools (53%) had no water sources in the eight arid counties.
Another survey by UNICEF WASH
indicates that only 37% of schools in 20 ASAL and flood prone districts had
safe water sources in the school compound or within 200 meters of the school.
In addition, only 9% of the schools had latrines which meet the minimum
hygienic conditions.
Furthermore, only 20% of the schools
met the national standards regarding the number of latrines for boys and only
19% for girls. These imply that arid counties are confronted by low coverage
and low quality of WASH in schools.
Noteworthy, inadequate access to WASH
services in ASAL has placed disproportionate burdens on girls and women who
bear the responsibility for the collection of household water.
It has been the practice that girls
and women are also care givers to those who suffer from the effects of unsafe
water consumption in the household. Further, many schools including low-cost
boarding schools in ASAL have few bathrooms with showers and few
gender-sensitive sanitary facilities in the compound.
The consequence of this is that fewer
girls enrol in school and many of those who enrol do not complete eight years
of primary schooling.
Such household responsibilities and
inadequate access to WASH services in the schools are serious barriers to
girls’ education in ASAL.
This is particularly so for
adolescent girls who have special needs, such as menstrual hygiene management.
The above issues shows that there is need to accelerate and scale up interventions to improve the WASH coverage and the poor WASH situation in schools in Arid and Semi-Arid areas in Kenya.
The WASH section has received funding
from the Department for International Development (DFID-UK) for provision of
school WASH activities in 100 schools in 7 counties ((Garissa, Tana River,
Isiolo, Marsabit, Samburu, Turkana, and Wajir) in the Arid and Semi-Arid areas
in Kenya.
This is a joint project with the
focus on improvement of Education and WASH services in 100 low cost primary
boarding schools in these target counties in Arid regions of Kenya. The
project has duration of 2 years.
The selected nomadic education
interventions aim to demonstrate an integrated package of school improvements
in terms of WASH services, solar-lighting, school management, and community
participation. This is intended to create a model of effective and efficient
integrated schools.
The project will also contribute to
improved child-health, attendance, performance, retention and transition of all
learners including girls, boys and children with special needs.
For acceleration of the results for the school WASH component in the joint project, a WASH Consultant at NOB level is being proposed for ensuring technical support and monitoring for implementation of the WASH activities in these 7 counties
For acceleration of the results for the school WASH component in the joint project, a WASH Consultant at NOB level is being proposed for ensuring technical support and monitoring for implementation of the WASH activities in these 7 counties
Responsibilities
- Support Implementation and monitoring of WASH
in schools (WINS) activities in the 7 target counties.
- Provide technical support to Government and
NGO partners for the mobilization of schools, PTAs/ SMCs and school
communities for implementation of WASH in schools project.
- Assist in the organization and management of
trainings and other capacity building activities needed to enhance
sustainability of WASH in schools investments at the county and community
levels.
- Prepare monthly progress reports.
RWP Output areas covered
The WASH Officer will support implementation and monitoring of activities under Output 2
Completed activities under previous contract:
The WASH Officer will support implementation and monitoring of activities under Output 2
Completed activities under previous contract:
- Dissemination of comprehensive school health
policy is completed in all the seven Counties
- Two workshops on harmonization of hygiene
promotion tools and approaches is conducted and a draft harmonized tool
developed.
- School WASH assessment has been conducted in
all schools and interventions for each school developed.
- Partners have issued contracts for
construction of latrines and water supply in the 100 schools and work has
commenced.
- Construction of gender sensitive sanitation
facilities in 25 schools have been completed.
- Installation of water supply and storage
facilities in 25 schools have been completed
- Hygiene promotion trainings conducted in all 7
counties.
- Formation of school Health clubs
completed in 64 schools
- Training of Trainers (ToTs) -teachers, SMC,
and school children on hygiene done.
- Regular field monitoring visits conducted and
reports submitted.
Pending activities
- Provide technical Support in implementation
and monitoring to ensure quality and timely completion of the water
and sanitation facilities in 75 schools (currently at 60%
completion) in the 7 target counties
- Provide technical assistance to partners in
training of teachers, School Management Committees (SMC) and school
children in operation, maintenance and management of WASH facilities for
100 schools to enhance sustainability of the WASH in schools
investments;
- Support partners in hygiene promotion in 36
schools
- Prepare monthly progress and final
reports for the project
Expected Deliverables
Deliverables
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Task
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No of days
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· Physical verification including quality assurance report of
construction of water and sanitation facilities in 30 schools with photos,
good practices and bad practices and recommendations on how to improve the
quality and/or technical specifications.
· Minutes of monthly review meetings with implementing partners with
clear recommendations and follow up actions
· Report on the status of implementation of follow up actions by
implementing partners.
· Consolidated Monthly progress report on the status of WASH in school
package project implementation with implementing partners
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Physical verification and quality assurance of
water and sanitation facilities constructed
by implementing partners in 30 schools as per agreed designs and standards
Organize and facilitate monthly review meeting
with the implementing partners.
Follow up with the partners on the implementation
of the actions and recommendations from field visits and review meetings
Prepare and submit timely and quality monthly
report.
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20
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· Physical verification including quality assurance report of
construction of water and sanitation facilities in additional 23 schools with
photos, good practices and bad practices and recommendations on how to
improve the quality and/or technical specifications.
· Minutes of monthly review meeting with implementing partners with
clear recommendations and follow up actions
· Report on the status of implementation of follow up actions by
implementing partners.
· Training report on orientation of 15 trainers of implementing partners
on Hygiene promotion including list of participants
· Report on quality of Hygiene promotion training in 36 schools and
recommendations on improvement needed.
· Report on the post training actions being undertaken by 36 schools to
promote hygiene and recommended actions for the school to strengthen
implementation.
· Consolidated Monthly progress report on the status of WASH in school
package project implementation with implementing partners
|
Physical verification and quality assurance of
water and sanitation facilities constructed
by implementing partners in 23 schools as per agreed designs and standards
Organize and facilitate monthly review meeting
with the implementing partners.
Follow up with the partners on the implementation
of the actions and recommendations from field visits and review meetings
One orientation session carried out for 15
trainers of trainers (TOTs) on use of Behaviour Communication Materials and
post training follow ups for Hygiene promotion in schools by partners
On site monitoring of Hygiene promotion trainings
conducted in 36 schools by implementing partners
Assess the post training activities being
conducted by the schools to promote hygiene
Prepare and submit timely and quality monthly
report.
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20
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· Physical verification including quality assurance report of
construction of water and sanitation facilities in additional 22 schools with
photos, good practices and bad practices and recommendations on how to
improve the quality and/or technical specifications.
· Set of training materials developed after review and agreed with
partners
· Training report on orientation of 15 Trainers on use of training
materials for operation and maintenance and management of WASH facilities by
schools.
· Report on quality of training by implementing partners on operation
and maintenance and management of WASH facilities in 30 schools and
recommendations on improvement needed.
· Report on the post training actions being undertaken by 30 schools to
sustainably manage the WASH facilities and recommended actions for the school
to strengthen implementation.
· Final consolidated report of the WASH in school project implementation by
implementing partners
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Physical verification and quality assurance of
water and sanitation facilities constructed
by implementing partners in 22 schools as per agreed designs and standards
Review of training materials for operation and
maintenance and management of WASH facilities from implementing partners and
make appropriate recommendations
One orientation session carried out for 15
trainers of trainers (TOTs) on use of the training materials.
On site monitoring of training of teachers,
School Management Committees (SMC) and school children in operation,
maintenance and management of WASH facilities by implementing partners for 30
schools to enhance sustainability of the WASH in schools investments
Assess the post training activities being
conducted by the schools to promote hygiene
Prepare and submit quality final project report.
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Desired Background and Experience
Education: University degree in Water Engineering or Civil Engineering or Public Health / Environmental Health or Natural Resource Management or related to WASH.
Work Experience: Professional work experience in Programme
development and implementation including monitoring and evaluation activities.
Eight years of relevant field work and professional work experience in WASH
Programmes.
Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and Kiswahili required. Knowledge of the local language is an added advantage.
Competencies
Competencies:
i) Core Values (Required)
- Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
- Communication [Level II]
- Working with People [Level
I]
- Drive for Results [Level I]
iii) Functional Competencies
(Required)
- Formulating Strategies and Concepts [Level I]
- Analyzing [Level II]
- Applying Technical Expertise [Level II]
- Learning and Researching [Level II]
- Planning and Organizing [Level II]
Management, Organization and time
frame
The WASH consultant will be based in
Nairobi with frequent travel to the 7 counties.
The consultant will report to the
WASH Specialist (Facilities) and with overall supervision of the Chief
WASH.
In addition, there will be
consultation and coordination with the UNICEF field staff and partners in the
field offices.
DSA at UN rates and transport cost will be provided for travel to the counties.
The overall time frame of the consultancy is 3 months (60 working days).
Remuneration and Payment schedule
The consultancy fees will be set according to UNICEF standards applicable for consultants. The task requires an NOB qualification.
The contract will be processed in
accordance with UNICEF standard procedures for special service Agreements.
The payment schedule will be full reimbursement upon timely receipt of acceptable deliverables.
The targets and deliverables will be
reviewed by the Chief of WASH and WASH Specialist (Facilities)
Conditions (Important)
- The WASH Officer will be under the overall
guidance of the Chief of WASH and direct supervision of the WASH
Specialist (Facilities), to whom s/he will specifically report. S/He will
work under the terms and conditions as provided by UNICEF’s regulations
governing Special Service Agreements (SSA) and is expected to have his/her
own reliable laptop and mobile phone.
- All materials and information developed during
this tenure will be the property of UNICEF and will not be used by any
other purposes without the express authority of UNICEF.
- No contract will commence unless the contract
is signed by both UNICEF and the staff and all administrative formalities
completed.
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates
should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula
vitae, to;
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
kenhrvacanciesE@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/SSA/WASH/2015-009” in the email subject.
Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form (CLICK HERE to download)
Vacancy: WASH Officer (Facilities),
NO-B
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Date of Issue: 04 March 2015
Date of Issue: 04 March 2015
Closing Date: 18
March 2015
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenyan nationals to fill the above Fixed Term position of WASH Officer (Facilities WASH) in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO).
Purpose of the Post: Under the guidance of the WASH Chief and direct supervision of the WASH Specialist (Facilities WASH), responsible for technical contribution to design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Facilities WASH Output (schools and Health facilities) of the WASH Programme to ensure achievement of planned objectives of the sector workplan within the Government of Kenya/UNICEF programme of collaboration and school Health Policy.
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenyan nationals to fill the above Fixed Term position of WASH Officer (Facilities WASH) in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO).
Purpose of the Post: Under the guidance of the WASH Chief and direct supervision of the WASH Specialist (Facilities WASH), responsible for technical contribution to design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Facilities WASH Output (schools and Health facilities) of the WASH Programme to ensure achievement of planned objectives of the sector workplan within the Government of Kenya/UNICEF programme of collaboration and school Health Policy.
Major Duties and
Responsibilities:
- Support the supervisor by providing accurate
data and information including community resilience for institutional WASH
(schools and Health facilities) project design, implementation,
management, monitoring and Evaluation. Support the development of budgets
for review by the supervisor, including concrete steps to enhance
community resilience.
- Support the promotion of knowledge management
with partners and stakeholders through documenting and maintaining
materials, surveys, case studies, documentation of lessons learnt, data,
information and experiences on institutional WASH programme
implementation, resilience training and any necessary follow ups.
- Undertake regular field monitoring
of institutional WASH to ascertain activities, technical
inputs, supplies, equipment, and project status in implementation. Make
appropriate recommendations for efficiency and effectiveness
and timely implementation and follow ups as necessary
- Monitor Programme budget flows, PCAs
implementation, DCT liquidations and provide timely feedback for
Institutional WASH programme implementation. Ensure consistency with
appropriate documentation and initiate corrective action on discrepancies.
- Contribute to the preparation of
progress/annual/donor reports. Review work plan targets ensuring
consistency and timeliness of reports and coherence to sector work plan.
Make any corrections necessary and ensure consistence with the existing
guidelines.
- Support networking of all stakeholders
including Government NGOs, UN, private sector and communities for
implementation status and emergency situations for exchange of
information, effective communication, partnership and collaboration.
Required Qualifications:
- University degree in one of the disciplines
relevant to the following areas: Public Health, Civil Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, Geology, Hydrology, Sanitation Engineering, or a
field relevant to international WASH related development assistance.
- Additional training in Health Education or
Communication for Development (Programme Communication), an asset.
Experience:
- Two years of professional work experience in
the UN and national government and field work experience in programme
design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
- Experience in evidence based planning.
- Background/familiarity with Emergency
preparedness and response (and the IASC Cluster approach).
Language:
- Fluency in English is required.
- Knowledge of the local working language at the
duty station is desirable.
Competencies:
i) Core Values (Required)
- Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
- Communication [Level II]
- Working with People [Level
I]
- Drive for Results [Level
I]
iii) Functional Competencies
(Required)
- Formulating Strategies and Concepts [Level I]
- Analyzing [Level II]
- Applying Technical Expertise [Level II]
- Learning and Researching [Level II]
- Planning and Organizing [Level II]
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates should ensure they forward their applications along with their curriculum vitae, P11 (CLICK HERE to download). Internal candidates should attach copies of their last two Performance Evaluation Reports.
eMail applications to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesD@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/WASH/2015-006” in the email subject.
This is a re-advertisement of the position KCO/WASH/2014-075.
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesD@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/WASH/2015-006” in the email subject.
This is a re-advertisement of the position KCO/WASH/2014-075.
Candidates who applied previously are
welcome to re-apply.
Vacancy: Wash Officer (Sanitation and Hygiene), NO-B
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Date of Issue: 04 March 2015
Date of Issue: 04 March 2015
Closing Date: 18
March 2015
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenya Nationals to fill the above Fixed Term position of WASH Officer (Sanitation & Hygiene) in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO).
Purpose of the Post: Under the guidance of WASH Chief and direct supervision of the WASH Specialist (Sanitation and Hygiene), responsible for technical contribution to design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Sanitation and Hygiene Output of the WASH Programme to ensure achievement of planned objectives of the sector workplan within the Government of Kenya/UNICEF programme of collaboration.
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenya Nationals to fill the above Fixed Term position of WASH Officer (Sanitation & Hygiene) in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO).
Purpose of the Post: Under the guidance of WASH Chief and direct supervision of the WASH Specialist (Sanitation and Hygiene), responsible for technical contribution to design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Sanitation and Hygiene Output of the WASH Programme to ensure achievement of planned objectives of the sector workplan within the Government of Kenya/UNICEF programme of collaboration.
Major Duties and
Responsibilities:
- Support the supervisor by providing accurate
data and information for sanitation and Hygiene and contribute to project
design, implementation, management, monitoring and Evaluation. Support the
development of budgets for review by the supervisor, including concrete
steps to enhance scaling up of sanitation and Hygiene.
- Support training and other capacity building
activities, promotion of knowledge management with partners and
stakeholders through documenting and maintaining materials, surveys, case
studies, documentation of lessons learnt, data, information and
experiences on sanitation and hygiene component of WASH programme
implementation and any necessary follow ups.
- Undertake regular field monitoring of
sanitation and Hygiene component of WASH programme to
ascertain activities, technical inputs, supplies, equipment, and project
status in implementation. Make appropriate recommendations for efficiency
and effectiveness and timely implementation and follow ups as
necessary
- Monitor Programme budget flows, PCAs
implementation, and DCT liquidations and provide timely feedback for
sanitation and Hygiene component of WASH programme implementation. Ensure
consistency with appropriate documentation and initiate corrective action
on discrepancies.
- Contribute to the preparation of
progress/annual/donor reports. Review work plan targets ensuring
consistency and timeliness of reports and coherence to sector work plan.
Make any corrections necessary and ensure consistence with the existing
guidelines.
- Support networking of all stakeholders
including Government NGOs, UN, private sector and communities for
implementation status and emergency situations for exchange of
information, effective communication, partnership and collaboration.
Required Qualifications: University
degree in civil Engineering, public health, environmental Health, Geology,
Hydrology, Sanitation Engineering, or a field relevant to WASH.
Experience:
Experience:
- Two years of progressively responsible
professional work experience in the WASH sector at national and
international levels in programme Design, implementation, monitoring and
evaluation.
- Experience in evidence based planning.
Language: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of the
local working language at the duty station is desirable.
Competencies:
Competencies:
i) Core Values (Required)
- Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
- Communication [Level II]
- Working with People [Level
I]
- Drive for Results [Level
I]
iii) Functional Competencies
(Required)
- Formulating Strategies and Concepts
[Level I]
- Analyzing [Level II]
- Applying Technical Expertise [Level II]
- Learning and Researching [Level II]
- Planning and Organizing [Level II]
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates
should ensure they forward their applications along with their curriculum
vitae, P11 (CLICK HERE to
download). Internal candidates should attach copies of their last two
Performance Evaluation Reports.
eMail application to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesB@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/WASH/2015-005” in the email subject.
This is a re-advertisement of the position KCO/WASH/2014-073.
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesB@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/WASH/2015-005” in the email subject.
This is a re-advertisement of the position KCO/WASH/2014-073.
Candidates who applied previously are
welcome to re-apply.
Supply Specialist – NO-C
Temporary Appointment – 364 days
Duty Station: Nairobi
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Temporary Appointment – 364 days
Duty Station: Nairobi
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Closing Date: 12 March 2015
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenya Nationals to fill the above Temporary Appointment in the Supply and Procurement Section, UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO).
Purpose of the Post: Under the guidance of the Supply and Procurement Manager, the individual will support Supply functions’ strategic interventions
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenya Nationals to fill the above Temporary Appointment in the Supply and Procurement Section, UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO).
Purpose of the Post: Under the guidance of the Supply and Procurement Manager, the individual will support Supply functions’ strategic interventions
Major Duties and
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and coordinate the overall
preparations for supply end-user monitoring and evaluation with
Operations/Programme Sections, field offices and counties to achieve best
monitoring results. Ensure timely preparation of and action on supply
status & monitoring reports (including supply field trip reports)
required for supply chain improvement, management and donor reporting,
programme reviews and analysis, annual reports, appeals, etc.
- Interpret monitoring reports and makes
recommendations to the country office for improvement of the supply chain
impacted by offshore and local procurement and delivery. Maintain
links with Copenhagen, field offices and counties on shipments,
deliveries, claims and appropriateness of supplies. Regularly create and
communicate accurate supply monitoring reports on sales orders and
requisitions, purchase orders and contracts, pipeline supplies, warehouse
inventory, distribution and delivery tracking and end-use.
- Plan, design and conduct training for UNICEF's
staff/consultants and counterparts in supply management, customs
clearance, distribution and inventory management of supplies and equipment
in order to maximize supply delivery.
- Provide effective coaching to the
staff/consultants on institutional service contract management: contract
planning, terms of reference and evaluation criteria, monitoring contract
deliverables, contract evaluation and closing contracts
- Coordinate with the Programme Section on
supply planning, providing technical advice on procurement specifications
and terms of reference; and supply and service administration as well as
providing advice on requirements in the development of the supply and
institutional service component of the Country Programme.
- Provide advice to the Country Office,
government ministries, counties and other implementing partners on
offshore and/or local procurement policies and procedures, delivery and
utilization of UNICEF supplies and equipment; coordinate with the Supply
Division, Copenhagen, on supply policy and/or activities.
- Coordinate and undertake with the Programme
Section and other members of the Operations Section to monitor supply
chain activities: procurement, shipping, customs clearance, storage and
distribution of supplies and equipment; and with Programs, field offices
and counties on mechanisms for stock management and distribution, end-use
and field trips, training opportunities and materials, optimising manpower
and other resources for supply management
- Develop and maintain partnership and
collaborative relations with UNICEF, Government, UN, and bilateral
counterparts in supply and logistics activities including distribution,
monitoring supply inputs, and inventory.
Activities and Outputs
Outputs/deliverables
Outputs/deliverables
- Analyse and produce monthly supply status
monitoring reports for comparison with KPIs for use by Supply, POCG and
CMT, and recommend actions where necessary. Summarise, review and update
supply plan status on quarterly basis
- Develop and design relevant materials for (a)
orientation of programme staff in supply chain management; and for (b)
orientation and capacity development/optimisation of county level supply
chain practitioners from selected counties
- Conduct 3 one-day orientation sessions for
programme staff in supply chain management and end-user monitoring; and 4
three-day workshops for selected county supply practitioners for capacity
optimisation/ development in supply chain management at county level.
- Arrange monthly meetings between UNICEF, KEMSA
and MoH on progress of the strategic partnership MoU and implementation of
the activities under 4 pillars. Arrange meetings with other key supply
chain partners in ministries, UN agencies and NGOs to advocate and promote
supply chain collaborations
- Use the market survey report to develop a
directory of essential and most frequently procured commodities and
services for children as per CAECS Report; and disseminate to relevant
stakeholders.
- Follow up on supply end-user monitoring
recommendations and on quarterly basis, compile summary report of
follow-up actions pending/taken by responsible sections.
Desired background and experience
Education
- Advanced university degree in Business
Administration, Management, International Economics, Engineering,
International Development, Contract/commercial Law or specialization in
directly related areas including credited courses in supply, logistics,
purchasing or contracting.
- Equivalent educational qualification in
relevant areas (transport or logistics operations/management, supply management,
etc.)
Work Experience
- Five years of relevant professional work
experience.
- Both national and international work
experience in supply, logistics, purchasing, contracting, administration
and/or other related fields.
- Work experience in emergency duty station.
Language: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of the
local working language at the duty station is desirable.
Competency Profile
i) Core Values (Required)
Competency Profile
i) Core Values (Required)
- Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
ii) Core Competencies
(Required)
- Communication [II]
- Drive for Results [II]
- Working With People [II]
iii) Functional Competencies
(Required)
- Applying Technical Expertise [II]
- Deciding and Initiating Actions [II]
- Following Instructions and Procedures [II]
- Leading and Supervising [II]
- Planning and Organizing [II]
Technical Knowledge
Specific Technical Knowledge Required
(for the job)
- Knowledge of Supply Chain Management
preferably in a developing country context
- Knowledge of managing inventory, transport,
and diverse logistics operations (e.g., programme supply & logistics)
in the international environment
- Knowledge of public procurement principles and
processes
- Knowledge of procurement process from
procurement planning, to execution to contract management and
administration, including procurement methods and tools of good
procurement practice
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates should ensure they forward their applications along with their curriculum vitae, P11 (CLICK HERE to download). Internal candidates should attach copies of their last two Performance Evaluation Reports.
Interested and suitable candidates should ensure they forward their applications along with their curriculum vitae, P11 (CLICK HERE to download). Internal candidates should attach copies of their last two Performance Evaluation Reports.
eMail your applications to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesE@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/SUPP/2015-008” in the email subject.
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesE@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/SUPP/2015-008” in the email subject.
WASH Cluster Coordinator (NO-C)
Temporary Appointment
Duration: 9 months
Date of Issue: 04 March 2015
Date of Issue: 04 March 2015
Closing Date: 18
March 2015
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenyan nationals to fill the above Temporary Appointment position in the WASH Section, UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Kenyan nationals to fill the above Temporary Appointment position in the WASH Section, UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Purpose of the Post: Under the guidance of the Chief of WASH, UNICEF
Kenya, and supervision of the IASC Humanitarian Coordinator, the
incumbent will be responsible for the day-to day leadership and facilitate the
processes that will ensure a well-coordinated and effective WASH response in
Kenya.
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 conflicts.
Humanitarian emergencies often require coordinated multi-sectoral humanitarian response. It is for this purpose that the Water and Environmental Sanitation Coordination mechanism (WESCOORD) was established as a technical arm of Kenya Food Security Steering group (KFSSG) - shortly after the La-Nina related drought of 2000/2001.
Humanitarian emergencies often require coordinated multi-sectoral humanitarian response. It is for this purpose that the Water and Environmental Sanitation Coordination mechanism (WESCOORD) was established as a technical arm of Kenya Food Security Steering group (KFSSG) - shortly after the La-Nina related drought of 2000/2001.
This sector coordination platform
brings together agencies active in responding to humanitarian WASH needs of
populations affected by emergencies in the country.
Overall, the coordination of WASH interventions in Kenya is led by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Natural Resources (MEWNR), and the Ministry of Health (MoH).
Overall, the coordination of WASH interventions in Kenya is led by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Natural Resources (MEWNR), and the Ministry of Health (MoH).
UNICEF, as the WASH Cluster lead
agency, is responsible for ensuring that the cluster approach is effectively
carried out in Kenya.
In the last couple of years,
WESCOORD’s performance as a sector coordination forum improved greatly after
the establishment of a permanent secretariat at the MEWNR offices; and UNICEF’s
increased technical capacity support to WESCOORD for coordination and
information management.
Scope of Work
Responsibility for WASH Cluster Coordinator
Under the guidance of the IASC Humanitarian Coordinator in Kenya and UNICEF (as the lead agency for the IASC Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Sector), and in collaboration with the State Authorities, the main purpose of the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Cluster Coordinator post is to provide leadership and facilitate the processes that will ensure a well-coordinated, coherent, strategic, and effective WASH response in Kenya by a mobilized and adequately resourced groups of agencies, organizations, NGOs, local communities etc.
Scope of Work
Responsibility for WASH Cluster Coordinator
Under the guidance of the IASC Humanitarian Coordinator in Kenya and UNICEF (as the lead agency for the IASC Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Sector), and in collaboration with the State Authorities, the main purpose of the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Cluster Coordinator post is to provide leadership and facilitate the processes that will ensure a well-coordinated, coherent, strategic, and effective WASH response in Kenya by a mobilized and adequately resourced groups of agencies, organizations, NGOs, local communities etc.
Given the frequency of emergencies caused by conflict or natural phenomena in Kenya, as well as the commitment of UNICEF to support WASH cluster coordination even in more “normal” times and ensure a well-functioning sector with clear strategies of DRR, recovery and support to building resilience and coping mechanisms especially in more vulnerable communities, it is felt important to create a National post to continue supporting the government in this critical sector on a medium term basis.
The post in close coordination with
the Chief of WASH and WASH section will focus on enhancing the institutional
capacity of the cluster members and systems strengthening in DRR in normal
times for a more coordinated and effective response in emergencies and to
mitigate its effects.
The IASC Humanitarian Coordinator
(HC) retains the principle responsibility for the overall humanitarian response
and thus the WASH Cluster Coordinator will report to the Humanitarian
Coordinator, through UNICEF representative and Chief of WASH Section on all
issues related to the functioning of the WASH Sector.
The AISC HC will be supported by OCHA
and may delegate some reporting tasks to others.
The role of WASH Sector Coordinator
is facilitation of the coordination process.
Scope of Work: The accountability and key end-results set out below are those of the WASH Sector Lead Agency.
Scope of Work: The accountability and key end-results set out below are those of the WASH Sector Lead Agency.
It is the role of the WASH Sector
Co-ordinator to ensure these are attained through the combined efforts of
him/herself, of the WASH Sector Support Team (when provided) and of the WASH
Country Sector Group.
The WASH Sector Co-ordinator may
supervise a number of staff (provided either solely by the lead agency or in
collaboration with others such as UNOCHA and other WASH organizations) as the
WASH Sector Support Team.
In Kenya the sector is jointly
coordinated by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Natural Resources,
Ministry of Health and UNICEF through the WESCOORD secretariat.
The WASH Cluster Coordinator will be
expected to divide his/her time between the two offices.
In line with the transformative
agenda, the WASH Cluster Coordinator will provide leadership and ensure
improved accountability and coordination.
The Cluster Coordinator will support
and strengthen capacity of the government to effectively lead the cluster and
support the sub-national coordination mechanisms.
The exact tasks and responsibilities
will depend on the nature, size and scope of the emergency / programme, as well
as existing capacity of national government and the international
community.
In this respect they will include but
may not be limited to the following:
1. Inclusion of key humanitarian partners:
- Ensure inclusion of key WASH humanitarian
partners in a way that respects their mandates and programme priorities
- Act as focal point for inquiries on the WASH
Sector’s response plans and operations.
2. Establishment and maintenance of
appropriate humanitarian coordination mechanisms:
- Ensure appropriate coordination between all
WASH humanitarian partners (national and international NGOs, the
International Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, etc…), through maintenance
of appropriate WASH Sector /sector coordination mechanisms, including
working groups at the national and, if necessary, local level;
- Secure commitments from WASH humanitarian
partners in responding to needs and filling gaps, ensuring an appropriate
distribution of responsibilities within the WASH group, with clearly
defined focal points for specific issues where necessary;
- Ensure the complementarity of different WASH
humanitarian actors’ actions;
- Promote WASH emergency response actions while
at the same time considering WASH within early recovery planning as well
as prevention and risk reduction concerns;
- Ensure effective links with other Sector
/sector groups;
- Provide support to Ministry of Environment,
Water & Natural Resources and Ministry of Health to maintain and
strengthen WASH Cluster functions and WASH Emergency Sector Coordination
through the WESCOORD (Water & Environmental Sanitation) structure
under the Kenya Food Security Group.
- Ensure effective links with and participation
in existing GoK emergency structures such as the Crisis Response Centre
(CRC), National Disaster Operations Centre (NDOC) etc.
- Ensure that WASH coordination mechanisms are
adapted over time to reflect the capacities of local actors and the
engagement of development partners;
- Represent the interests of the WASH Cluster in
discussions with the Humanitarian Coordinator and other stakeholders on
prioritization, resource mobilization and advocacy;
- Maintain information on all current and
potential WASH partners, their capacities and areas of work (including
Who, What, Where and by When).
3. Coordination with national/local
authorities, State institutions, local civil society and other actors:
- Ensure that WASH humanitarian responses build
on local capacities;
- Ensure appropriate links with national and
local authorities, State institutions, local civil society and other
relevant actors (e.g. peacekeeping forces) and ensure appropriate
coordination and information exchange with them.
4. Participatory and community-based
approaches:
- Ensure utilization of participatory and
community based approaches in WASH related assessments, analysis,
planning, monitoring and response.
5. Attention to priority
cross-cutting issues:
- Ensure integration of agreed priority
cross-cutting issues in WASH assessments, analysis, planning, monitoring
and response (e.g. age, diversity, environment, gender, HIV/AIDS and human
rights);
6. Needs assessment and analysis:
- Ensure effective and coherent WASH assessment
and analysis, involving all relevant partners
7. Emergency preparedness:
- Ensure adequate WASH related contingency
planning and preparedness for potential significant changes in the nature
of the emergency;
8. Planning and strategy development:
Ensure predictable WASH action within;
- WASH assessment and analysis; development
(adaptation of generic standards) of standard assessment formats;
- Identification of gaps in the field of WASH
and conceptualize how sectoral needs can be met through collective
delivery
- Developing/updating agreed WASH response
strategies and action plans and ensuring that these are adequately
reflected in the overall country strategies, such as the Common
Humanitarian Action Plan (CHAP) an integral component of the CAP process.
- Drawing lessons learned from past WASH
activities and revising strategies and action plans accordingly;
- Developing an exit, or transition, strategy
for the WASH interventions and key Sector /sector partners.
9. Application of standards:
- Ensure that WASH Cluster /sector participants
are aware of relevant policy guidelines, SPHERE standards, technical
standards and relevant commitments that the Government/concerned
authorities have undertaken under international human rights law;
- Ensure that WASH responses are in line with
existing policy guidance, technical standards, and relevant Government
human rights legal obligations.
- Support compilation and sharing of WASH Sector
standard designs, best practices and unit costs of WASH emergency
intervention infrastructure.
10. Monitoring and reporting:
- Ensure adequate monitoring mechanisms are in
place (with OCHA support) to review impact of WASH interventions and
progress against implementation plans.
- This specifically needs to include an
analytical interpretation of best available information in order to
benchmark progress of the emergency response over time. That is
monitoring indicators - quantity, quality, coverage, continuity and
cost.
- Target population data including desegregation
by sex and age of service delivery which are derived from working towards
meeting previously defined standards.
- Ensure adequate WASH impact reporting and
effective information sharing (with OCHA support) to demonstrate the
closing of gaps.
11. Advocacy and resource
mobilization:
- Identify core WASH advocacy concerns,
including resource requirements, and contribute key messages to broader
advocacy initiatives of the HC, UNICEF and other actors;
- Advocate for donors to fund WASH actors to
carry out priority WASH activities in the sector concerned, while at the
same time encouraging WASH actors to mobilize resources for their
activities through their usual channels.
12. Training and capacity building:
- Promote and support training of WASH
humanitarian personnel and capacity building of humanitarian partners,
based on the mapping and understanding of available capacity;
- Support efforts to strengthen the WASH
capacity of the national/local authorities and civil society.
13. Provision of assistance or
services as a last resort: Where critical gaps in addressing WASH priorities
are identified the WASH Cluster/Sector Coordinator will:
- Lobby for implementing humanitarian partners
(including UNICEF WES) to address the gaps.
- With advice/support from the HC and support
from other humanitarian partners will advocate, as appropriate, on the
adequate provision of resources and safe access.
- If persistent gaps remain then with the full
support of the UNICEF Country Representative will specifically request
that the UNICEF take action to fill the critical gaps through direct
implementation action.
AWP Areas Covered
WASH Output 4: Institutional Development: National and County platforms for coordination of WASH activities including emergency WASH coordination strengthened and information management systems improved to support planning and evidence generation.
Expected Deliverables
The WASH Sector Coordinator will deliver the following:-
WASH Output 4: Institutional Development: National and County platforms for coordination of WASH activities including emergency WASH coordination strengthened and information management systems improved to support planning and evidence generation.
Expected Deliverables
The WASH Sector Coordinator will deliver the following:-
- Assist the Ministry of Environment, Water and
Natural Resources and Ministry of Health in setting the agenda and
chairing national WESCOORD meetings and also to strengthen WASH
coordination at sub-national levels;
- Representation of WASH Cluster/Sector in all
inter cluster, donor, government or other relevant meetings of for a;
- WASH Cluster Coordination functions as per
IASC accountabilities are fulfilled;
- Capacity gaps identified and assessed and
relevant training courses facilitated to address the gaps;
- All WASH Cluster/WESCOORD reporting
requirements are fulfilled in a timely manner (accountability);
- Leadership/Supervision of staff supporting the
cluster coordination.
Desired Background & Experience
Candidate Profile: The WASH Cluster Coordinator requires both technical skills relevant to the position, as well as managerial and organizational skill sets.
Candidate Profile: The WASH Cluster Coordinator requires both technical skills relevant to the position, as well as managerial and organizational skill sets.
The following profile should be used
as a guide:
Technical Profile
Technical Profile
- Minimum of 5 years WASH Sector experience at
least two of which would be based in the field at Team Leader/WASH
programme management level;
- Significant experience in responding to
emergency situations;
- Demonstrable experience and knowledge of WASH
Cluster Approach;
- Experience in emergency preparedness and
response planning preferably within the AISC cluster framework;
- Experience of proposal and appeal writing
preferably within cluster framework;
- Experience of planning and facilitating
workshops, trainings, meetings, etc;
- A minimum of 5 year experience with either the
UN and/or NGO. Additional work experience(s) with UNICEF and/or WASH
partners desirable
Managerial Profile
- Able to manage and work with a
multidisciplinary team of WASH professional and provide leadership and guidance
for coordination operations
- Good written and oral presentation skills
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Willingness and ability to work in hardship
environments
- Cultural and Gender sensitivity
- Good knowledge of humanitarian coordination
practices
- Ability to lead in context of
partnership-building and consensual decision-making
- Fluency in English.
Education:
- Advanced university degree in appropriate
subject/areas of WASH, eg. Health Promotion or Education, Civil or Public
Health Engineering, Public Health (MPH), Environmental Health, etc.
Competencies
i) Core Values (Required)
- Commitment
- Diversity and
Inclusion
- Integrity
ii) Core Competencies
(Required)
- Communication [ II ]
- Working with People [ II ]
- Drive for Results [ II ]
iii) Functional Competencies
(Required)
- Leading and Supervising [ I ]
- Formulating Strategies and
Concepts [ II ]
- Analyzing [ III ]
- Relating and Networking [ II
]
- Deciding and Initiating Action [
II ]
- Applying Technical Expertise [ III ]
Languages:
- Fluency in English.
- Knowledge of Kiswahili would be an asset.
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates
should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula
vitae, to;
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address:
kenhrvacanciesC@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/WASH/2015/007” in the email subject.
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/WASH/2015/007” in the email subject.
Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form (CLICK HERE to download).
“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
Post: Child Protection Specialist
Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment - (364 Days)
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment - (364 Days)
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Closing Date: 19 March 2015
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Temporary position in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO), based in Lodwar Zonal Office.
Purpose of the Post: Under the supervision of the Chief, Field Office, Lodwar Zonal Office and Outcome Lead on Child Protection in Nairobi (for child protection technical reporting) this post is to specifically
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Temporary position in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO), based in Lodwar Zonal Office.
Purpose of the Post: Under the supervision of the Chief, Field Office, Lodwar Zonal Office and Outcome Lead on Child Protection in Nairobi (for child protection technical reporting) this post is to specifically
- support the County governments in the four
counties of Turkana, West Pokot, Samburu and Baringo to identify gaps in
children services;
- strengthening coordination of the emergency
child protection programmes and
- contribute to overall strengthening of the
child protection systems including upscaling of case management for
children at the Kakuma refugee camp.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure effective implementation of programme
support of UNICEF child protection actions in Turkana as per the
UNICEF-Government of Kenya (GOK) Country Programme (2014-’18) and Child
Protection Rolling Work Plan (2014-’16). This includes working with county
level government; preparing and monitoring joint activities; development
of Programme Cooperation Agreements (PCAs) -in collaboration with NGO
partners, and assist in the management and monitoring of these. Monitor
implementation, proper utilization and liquidations of funds as
appropriate.
- In close collaboration with partners, identify
gaps in children’s services and make recommendations on alternative
courses of action to accelerate/improve programme delivery in line with
UNICEF overall strategy in the Turkana area, and as per the UN Joint
Programme in Turkana.
- Facilitate and support strengthening of child
protection coordination for Turkana area through active participation in
appropriate child protection networks; advocacy and policy dialogue on
child protection with local government and non-governmental partners.
- Support UNICEF Lodwar Zonal office through the
Turkana Gender and Child Protection Network (TGCPN) in the operations of
the Turkana Wellness Centre, including the follow up to the launch of the
Child Marriage case study report and work with partners to develop a draft
strategy to reduce child marriage in Turkana County.
- With regards to the IACS cluster approach and
under the auspices of humanitarian reform ensure child protection in emergency
needs and activities are reflected in the broader humanitarian appeals,
including FLASH, CAP and CERF and mainstream child protection concerns
through sectors and/or clusters.
- As required, contribute to the development of
funding proposals, donor reports, progress and annual reports, as well as
regular SitReps on child protection in emergencies.
Required Qualifications: Advanced
Degree in social sciences, law or other related technical field specifically
pertaining to protection issues concerning children and women.
Experience:
Experience:
- At least five years of progressively
responsible technical experience in child protection and emergency
preparedness and response in Kenya.
- Demonstrated professional experience in
working with government and non-governmental partners in a challenging
environment.
- Advanced university degree in Social Sciences,
Law, or related technical field specifically pertaining to protection
issues affecting children and women.
- 3-5 years of emergency experience, preferably
with exposure to both UNICEF and UNHCR protection and child
protection.
- Knowledge of programming for IDTR, psycho
social support, GBV prevention and response and other interventions
described above; must have practical technical knowledge and experience
carrying out necessary training.
- Fluency in written and spoken English;
Language of the duty station an asset.
- Leadership, teamwork and high interpersonal
capabilities.
- Good analytical, negotiating, communication
and advocacy skills as well as adequate computer operation skills.
- Willing to live and work in difficult
conditions and travel extensively at the field level.
Language: Fluency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of
the working language of the duty station an asset.
Competencies:
Competencies:
Core Values (Required)
i) Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
- Communication [II]
- Working with People [I]
- Drive for Results [I]
iii) Functional Competencies
(Required)
- Relating and Networking [I]
- Deciding and Initiating Action [II]
- Applying Technical Expertise [I]
- Leading and Supervising [I]
- Analyzing [III]
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates should ensure they forward their application along with their UNICEF Personal History (P-11) Form (CLICK HERE to download) and curriculum vitae. Internal candidates should attach copies of their last two Performance Evaluation Reports.
eMail application
to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address:
kenhrvacanciesC@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/CP/2015-04” in the email subject.
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/CP/2015-04” in the email subject.
Post: Communication Specialist, NO-C
Type of Contract: Fixed
Term
Reference: POST#5826
Reference: POST#5826
Duty Station: Advocacy & Partnerships, Nairobi
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Closing Date: 19 March 2015
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO), Nairobi
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO), Nairobi
Purpose of the Post: Under the supervision of
the Chief, Advocacy and Partnerships, contributes to the conceptualization,
planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation of a public advocacy and
communication strategy to get children’s and women’s issues into the public
domain, strengthen political will in support of UNICEF’s mission and objectives
at national and county levels, and enhance the organization’s credibility and
brand.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- With the Chief of Communication develops and
implements a public advocacy and communication strategy to get children’s’
and women’s issues into the public domain, and strengthens political will
in support of UNICEF's mission and objectives.
- Develops key partnerships with
parliamentarians, county leaders, civil society organizations and other
leaders to advance the social policy advocacy agenda.
- Develops communication indicators and monitors
the impact of communication and advocacy strategies.
- Coordinates with stakeholders, preparation of
Kenya periodic reports (CRC and ACRWC) for submission to the UN Committee
on the Rights of the Child and implementation of the Concluding
Observations.
- Develops close collaboration with mass media
through activities such as organizing visits to project sites,
facilitating photo coverage and TV footage, and utilizes both digital
media and traditional media when appropriate to generate and maintain
public interest in children’s and women’s issues, to tell the story of
UNICEF's cooperation to a wider audience.
- Coordinates the development, posting and maintenance
of new and updated material for the UNICEF Kenya web-site. Identifies the
need for radio and television programmes, publications, photographs etc.,
to advocate and promote organizational/programme goals within the country,
and manages their production and distribution to the target
audiences.
- Adapts and disseminates advocacy materials
from New York, Geneva and the Regional Office to identified target
audiences, arranging translations into local language(s), as necessary.
- Strengthens capacity of groups and
organizations whose support is essential to the achievement of advocacy
and communication objectives through appropriate advocacy and
communication training, access to updated information, supplies and
equipment and through experience-sharing.
- Engages nationally known personalities and
organizes special events and activities to support country programme
goals.
- Generates public support for special events,
including the launch of the UNICEF flagship publication, e.g. the State of
the World’s Children Report.
- Assists the Country Office, HQ and the
Regional Office in identifying and writing feature stories and other
material to facilitate global/regional advocacy and fund-raising
activities, particularly in support of National Committee efforts to
mobilize resources.
- Identifies, recruits and supervises technical
resources and consultants, as necessary, for the above activities.
- Plans visits of Goodwill ambassadors, National
Committee representatives and Executive Board members, including
preparation of information materials (e.g., press releases, programme
summaries, country fact sheets and media kits), and makes the necessary
logistical arrangements.
Required Qualifications: Advanced
university degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations; or equivalent
professional work experience in the communication area, combined with an
advanced university degree in a related discipline.
Experience: Five years progressively responsible professional work experience in communication, print and broadcast media or interactive digital media, of which two years should be in developing countries.
Language: Good knowledge of English language and knowledge of the working language of the duty station.
Competencies:
Experience: Five years progressively responsible professional work experience in communication, print and broadcast media or interactive digital media, of which two years should be in developing countries.
Language: Good knowledge of English language and knowledge of the working language of the duty station.
Competencies:
Core Values (Required)
i) Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
- Communication [II]
- Working with People [I]
- Drive for Results [I]
iii) Functional Competencies
(Required)
- Formulating Strategies and Concepts [I]
- Relating and Networking [I]
- Persuading and Influencing [I]
- Applying Technical Expertise [I]
- Learning and Researching [II]
- Planning and Organizing
[II]
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates should ensure they forward their applications along with their P11 Form (CLICK HERE to download), and curriculum vitae. Internal candidates should attach copies of their last two Performance Evaluation Reports
eMail applications to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesC@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/A&P/2014-009” in the email subject.
This is a re-advertisement of the above position. Candidates who applied previously are welcome to re-apply.
“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesC@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/A&P/2014-009” in the email subject.
This is a re-advertisement of the above position. Candidates who applied previously are welcome to re-apply.
“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
Health Specialist (MCNH) NO-C
Post # 90634
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Post # 90634
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Date of Issue: 06 March 2015
Closing Date: 19 March 2015
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO) based in Kisumu Field Office.
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO) based in Kisumu Field Office.
Purpose of the
Post: Under the supervision of the Chief
Field Office, the MNCH Specialist and the overall guidance of the Health
Specialist MNH the incumbent will manage the UNICEF support to the county
government and its partners to implement policy, strengthen capacities required
for the provision of MNCH services, within the framework of the devolved system
of governance.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Support MNCH coordination at the sub-national level:
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Support MNCH coordination at the sub-national level:
- Under the guidance of the Chief Field office
and the Health specialists in Nairobi, participate and support in relevant
county coordination meetings, document decisions made, and update the
overall project work-plan accordingly.
- Relay any resulting management decisions to
colleagues in the Nairobi Office;
- Keep abreast of public health developments in
the county that could have an impact on the MNCH Program (positive or
negative) and proactively propose how to respond to these developments;
- Working closely with the M&E team under
his/her supervision, ensure that relevant and accurate information is
available for partners as needed.
Oversee financial disbursements and
supply requisitions:
- Working closely with the Programme Assistant,
supply and finance divisions, and national office staff, review and
initiate MOH and partner requests for cash transfers and reports on fund
utilization from the county;
- Update the MNH Specialist regularly on fund
utilization status. Based on needs assessments, and with assistance from
the supply division, support the county level to prepare supply
requisitions and monitor delivery;
- While the Assurance Officer and supply Unit
colleagues will conduct end-user monitoring of supplies, the MNCH Officer
should also monitor the placement and use of UNICEF-purchased supplies in
the region.
- Ensure related UNICEF and collaborating
partners staff comply with UNICEF’s financial rules including emergency
fast-track procedures;
- In close collaboration with Operations and
Supply staff, regularly monitor and report on use of related supplies and
other resources donated to the government and non-government partners;
- Collaborate with the Operations Section and
Government authorities to maintain sound internal controls, supportive of
specific health interventions as well as to ensure accountability.
Maintain MNCH work-plan:
- Based on regular reports received from the
Assurance Officer and M&E Team, and on feedback obtained directly from
the field and partners, maintain the overall project work-plan and
proactively propose solutions to delays or other implementation
challenges.
- Work closely with field staff and MOH
colleagues to prepare county-specific work-plans and suitable budgets, and
regularly track progress through both reports received from colleagues and
direct field visits.
- The officer will be expected to document and
disseminate lessons learned while implementing country-specific capacity
building activities.
Additionally, in the region he
or she will apply his/her technical expertise to;
- Ensure UNICEF, government and non-government
staff apply right-based approaches to programming and humanitarian
principles;
- Promote the quality of rights-based Health
programmes through the formulation of programme goals and strategies and
approaches.
Partnerships and leveraging resources
- Maintain close working relationships with
other related UNICEF sectors, particularly nutrition, HIV, WASH, and
programme communication;
- Coordinate with related UNICEF national Health
specialists to ensure strategies are aligned with national, regional and
global strategies;
- Establish active and participatory
partnerships with related Health sector stakeholders (Government, WHO,
other UN agencies, NGOs and bilateral agencies) and interact with them at
different stages of Health programme design and implementation and
identify opportunities for leveraging resources to be brought to the
attention of MNH Specialist in Nairobi;
- Participate in inter-sectoral collaboration
(Child Health and Community Health Services with other programme
colleagues for the systematic delivery of an integrated package of MNCH
services.
Generate progress reports and support
donor visits:
- Under his/her supervision, the M&E and PHO
will be responsible for generating draft progress reports every six
months.
- The MNCH Officer will be responsible for
reviewing and finalizing these reports, based on his or her direct
knowledge of the overall situation at national and county levels, and his
or her relationship with the donor agencies.
- The MNCH officer shall also oversee all donor
visits to the field, through close collaboration with others in the field
office.
Required Qualifications:
Advanced University degree in one of
the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health, Medicine,
Health Research, International Health, Health Policy and Management or a field
relevant to international development assistance in Health.
Experience:
Experience:
- At least five years progressive experience in
public health or related field with focus on maternal and child survival
and development programs.
- Experience working with National and Regional
government will be an asset
Language: Good knowledge of English language and knowledge of
the working language of the duty station.
Competencies
Competencies
i) Core Values (Required)
- Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
- Communication [Level II]
- Working with People [Level II]
- Drive for Results [Level II]
iii) Functional Competencies
(Required)
- Leading and Supervising [Level
I]
- Formulating Strategies and Concepts [Level II]
- Analysing [Level III]
- Relating and Networking [Level II]
- Deciding and Initiating Action [Level
II]
- Applying Technical Expertise [Level III]
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates
should ensure they forward their applications along with their curriculum vitae
and P-11 form (CLICK HERE to
download). Internal candidates should attach copies of their last two
Performance Evaluation Reports.
eMail applications to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesC@unicef.org
Please indicate: Reference No. “KCO/HLTH/2015 - 010” in the email subject.
“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenhrvacanciesC@unicef.org
Please indicate: Reference No. “KCO/HLTH/2015 - 010” in the email subject.
“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
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exploitation and abuse
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