RRC-Nairobi
Objectives
The African Development Bank’s Regional Resource Center in Nairobi, Kenya (RRC-Nairobi) has been established to strengthen dialogue between the Bank and regional Governments, development partners, the private sector, and the civil society, in the design of its development policy and programs, as well as on implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the poverty reduction strategy.
The office also seeks to assist the operational functions of the Bank Group in
launching and follow up of
projects and programs in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and
Seychelles; with operational support
to Ethiopia, Djibouti, Sudan, South Sudan, Eritrea, Comoros and Somalia.The African Development Bank’s Regional Resource Center in Nairobi, Kenya (RRC-Nairobi) has been established to strengthen dialogue between the Bank and regional Governments, development partners, the private sector, and the civil society, in the design of its development policy and programs, as well as on implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the poverty reduction strategy.
The functions of the office fall under the major areas of: country programming, project administration, promoting participation, regional integration, and aid coordination, in line with the partnership principles and with a view to increasing development effectiveness and impact.
Protocol and Liaison Officer
(Position in the Local Professionals - LP Category)
The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of Protocol and Liaison Officer, (Kenya).
This is a local position, which does not attract international terms and conditions, and posting will be in the Regional Resource Centre-Nairobi of the African Development Bank Group.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Director for the East Africa Regional Resource Centre (EARC) and the technical oversight of the Bank’s Chief of Protocol, the Protocol and Liaison Officer‘s main responsibilities will be to:
- Act
as liaison between the Bank and staff on the one hand and the host country
authorities on the other.
- Prepare
Notes Verbale addressed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the host
country relating to the management ofprivileges and immunities of the
Regional Resource Centre (RRC) and the staff assigned to it.
- Prepare,
dispatch and follow up on residence permits of the Bank’s staff.
- Prepare,
dispatch and follow up on visa and motor vehicle registration applications
of the Bank’s staff at the beginningand end of employment term.
- Follow
up with the host country’s authorities, procedures for obtaining
franchises/concessions on the importation and exportation of personal
effects, vehicles and other goods for the use of the RRC and its staff, as
well as VAT exemptions.
- Conduct
airport arrival and departure formalities for senior staff of the Bank and
all other personalities invited by theRegional Office.
- Coordinate
the organization of events and ceremonies organized by the RRC-Nairobi.
- Maintain
an up-to-date status of motor vehicle fleet for the RRC and its staff.
- Perform
regular inventories of applications for franchises/concessions, residence
permits, etc. and inform the Regional Director
of the status.
- Ensure
flag, emblems and pennants of the Bank are well maintained.
- Produce
a monthly activity report on the Protocol Officer’s portfolio.
- Report
to the Protocol and Elected Officers Services Division (SEGL.2) on all
issues pertaining to the implementation of
the privileges and immunities provisions of the Host Country Agreement
(HCA).
- Perform
any other tasks as may be assigned.
Selection Criteria
(including skills, knowledge and experience required)
(including skills, knowledge and experience required)
- A
minimum of a Master’s degree or its university equivalent in Law,
International Relations, International Public Law,Political Science, or
other related discipline.
- Qualifications,
studies and training in diplomacy and protocol practices would be an
advantage.
- A
minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience holding a
diplomatic position in government or asimilar position in a multilateral
organization such as the Bank.
- Experience
in protocol practices of Governments, National or Public Administrations,
Ministries of Foreign Affairs,Embassies.
- Proven
ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, multicultural environment
and to function effectively as a member of
various groups.
- Strong
interpersonal skills, a keen sense of initiative, rigorous and methodical
approach with attention to detail; Budgetand programme management skills
desirable.
- An
excellent communicator in English. A good working knowledge of French will
be an advantage.
- Competence
in the use of standard software used in the Bank (Outlook, Word, Excel,
PowerPoint). Knowledge of SAPdesirable.
Driver
(Position in the General Service - GS Category)
(Position in the General Service - GS Category)
- The
Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the
vacant position of a Driver.
- This
is a local position, which
does not attract international terms and conditions, and posting will be
in the Regional Resource Centre-Nairobi of the African Development Bank
Group.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall administrative authority of the Regional Director for the East Africa Regional Resource Centre (EARC) and the day to day direct supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer the main responsibilities of the driver will
be to:
Under the overall administrative authority of the Regional Director for the East Africa Regional Resource Centre (EARC) and the day to day direct supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer the main responsibilities of the driver will
be to:
- Transport
bank staff and visiting missions which will include travel outside the
duty station.
- Ensure
the vehicles are well maintained and prepare fuel consumption reports.
- Keep
proper records of both maintenance and use in accordance with
manufacturers and bank specifications andrequirements.
- Ensure
bank vehicles are compliant with insurance and other transportation
protocols of the host country.
- Perform
office messenger duties for the office mail.
- Perform
any other tasks as may be assigned.
Requirements
(including desirable skills, knowledge and experience)
(including desirable skills, knowledge and experience)
- General
Certificate of Education (‘O’ level certificate) with at least C Grade
passes, or Advanced Level Certificate(A’Level).
- A
valid Driver’s Licence.
- A
minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience as a driver in an
international organization or government departmentwith a clean driving
record.
- Knowledge
and skills relating to minor vehicle repairs and their routine maintenance.
- Good
interpersonal and team working skills.
- Ability
to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French, with a good
knowledge of the other language.
- Competence
in the use of some of the Bank’s standard software e.g. Microsoft Word.
Terms of Employment
Three years on a fixed-term contract with possibilities of renewal based on performance.
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted.
Applicants will only be considered if they submit a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), available from the Bank’s web site, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating their date of birth and nationality.
The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.
The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.www.afdb.org/en/careers/
Please send your application and CV not later than 5:00 pm – 12th May 2012
Three years on a fixed-term contract with possibilities of renewal based on performance.
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted.
Applicants will only be considered if they submit a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), available from the Bank’s web site, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating their date of birth and nationality.
The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.
The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.www.afdb.org/en/careers/
Please send your application and CV not later than 5:00 pm – 12th May 2012