IGAD was created in 1996 to
supersede the Intergovernmental Authority on
Drought and Development(IGADD), which was founded
in 1986. This followed the recurring and severe drought and other
natural disasters between 1974 and 1984 that caused widespread famine,
ecological degradation and economic hardship in the Eastern Africa region.
Although individual countries made substantial efforts to cope with the
situation and received generous support from the
international community, the magnitude and
extent of the problem argued strongly for a regional approach
to supplement national efforts.
In 1983 and 1984, six countries in the Horn of Africa (Djibouti,
Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia,Sudan and Uganda) took action through the United
Nations to establish an intergovernmental body to collectively combat drought
and desertification in the region. The Assembly of Heads of State and
Government met in January 1986 to sign the agreement that officially launched
IGADD with headquarters in Djibouti. The State of Eritrea became the seventh
member after attaining independence in 1993 and South Sudan joined in 2011.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
To provide overall coordination of the implementation and leading
of ICPAC activities related to applications of climate products and services
needed by the water resources and related sectors
Hydro-Meteorological Applications Manager
No of Vacancies: 1
Accountable to: Director, ICPAC
Responsibilities
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Assist in the Implementation and lead ICPAC activities related to
applications of climate products and services needed by the water resources and
related sectors.
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Conduct gaps and needs assessment.
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Co-ordinate the development of regional strategies for enhanced
applications of climate products and services in water resources risks assessment
and management.
·
Provide impacts of observed climate conditions and forecasts on
regional hydrological systems on decadal, monthly, seasonal time scales and any
other relevant time scales.
·
Co-ordinate capacity building activities related to applications
of climate products and services in water resources risks assessment and
management.
·
Co-ordinate ICPAC’s regional programmes for improving
meteorological and hydrological observations and database management.
·
Prepare plans for assessing and mapping the impacts of climate
change/ variability to water resources potential to build scenarios for future
adaptation and mitigation strategies
·
Co-ordinate the development and use of climate information systems
in hydrological forecasting and water resources management practices including
decision support tools (systems).
·
Prepare periodic progress reports and annual reports as required
by ICPAC.
·
Coordinate generation of downscaled tailored climate products,
relevant hydro meteorological applications including generation of large basins
seasonal regional water risks outlooks based on seasonal climate outlooks and
other related products.
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And any other related activities assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
·
Master of Science Degree in Hydrology, Water Resources or other
related fields
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Five (5) years of working experience in hydrological or water
resources modelling
·
Good knowledge of computer applications in hydrology and water
resources
Key Skills and Competencies
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Good communication skills both oral and written
·
Ability to prepare written reports in a clear, concise and
meaningful manner
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Ability to work with minimum supervision
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Fluency in English
·
Knowledge of French is an advantage
Administrative Assistant
Job
Group: General Support
No of
Vacancies: 1
Accountable
to: Human Resource & Administration Officer
Provide
administrative support in a manner that ensures efficient service delivery.
Responsibilities
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To organise events and meetings including booking venues,
arranging for transport and accommodation, ensuring that documents are
circulated on time etc. within the budget provided.
·
Liaise with the insurance supplier on renewals of all insurances
and ensure appropriate coverage in a timely manner.
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Manage petty cash provided for administrative functions as per the
guidelines issued by Finance.
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In consultation with the HR and Administration Officer, provide
administrative support in the recruitment and training of junior staff.
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Manage correspondence and maintain up to date records/ filing
system to ensure tracking, follow up of information and facilities retrieval of
documents.
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Maintain and update inventory of office furniture, fittings and
equipment and motor vehicles.
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Regularly check the state of repair of the offices, furniture and
fittings and take corrective action.
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Perform the secretarial and reception duties as required.
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Supervise office cleanliness, sanitary hygiene, health and safety.
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Supervise the support staff (Secretary, Driver and Office
Assistant) to ensure effective delivery of services.
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Oversee provision of services to staff such as tea and water.
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And any other duties that may be required from time to time.
Qualifications
·
A Diploma in Business Administration or
Secretarial Studies
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Eight (8) years experience in administration in a busy office
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Computer literacy
Key Skills and Competencies
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Strong organization and administrative skills
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Supervisory skills
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Petty cash management experience
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Excellent computer skills
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Interpersonal and relationship maintenance skills
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Excellent communication skills
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Fluency in English
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Knowledge of French is an advantage
How to apply
Only
candidates who meet the profile of the minimum qualifications, experience and
core competences stated above can apply.
Application
accompanied by the candidate’s detailed CV, copies of both academic and
professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three reputable
referees and give the candidate’s contact details must be addressed to the
following address and must be e-mailed / submitted in such a way that they are
received on or before 2:00pm on 12th
July 2018.
Any
proposal received after this deadline will not be considered. The for
application with the subject line “Application
Administrative Assistant – ICPAC ”should be made to:
The
Director, Administration & Finance, IGAD,
Avenue
Georges Clemenceau
P.O.
Box 2653
E-mail: hr@igad.int
Djibouti, Republic
of Djibouti