The Kenya National Commission for UNESCO is
a State Corporation established under the KNATCOM Act of 2013 which aims to
advance UNESCO’s agenda in Kenya by contributing to peace and sustainable
development through promotion of international standards and best practices in
the five fields of UNESCO’s competence namely: Education, Natural Sciences,
Social & Human Sciences, Culture and Communication & Information.
To enable it fulfill its mandate, the Commission wishes to recruit a dynamic,
result-oriented and self-driven person to fill the following vacant position
specifically under the terms and conditions advertised:Job Title: Deputy Director of Programme - Environment and Bio-Diversity Division
Grade: KNC 8
Advert No: KNCU/12/2017
Reports To: Programme Director
Classification: Senior Management
Location: Nairobi, Headquarters
Purpose of the Job: To ensure
policy implementation and management of the Environment and Bio-diversity
Division under the guidance of the Programme Director, Natural Sciences.
Remuneration
·
Gross
pay Ksh. 179,000 – 229,000 Pm
·
Leave
Allowance – Ksh. 10,000
·
Medical
Allowance – As per scheme rules
·
Group
Life & Accident Cover– As per scheme rules
Terms: Permanent and Pensionable
Function of the Environment and Bio-diversity Division: The Division exists to achieve a dual function of ensuring Kenya is well represented in UNESCO and that UNESCO’s presence is visible in Kenya.
Function of the Environment and Bio-diversity Division: The Division exists to achieve a dual function of ensuring Kenya is well represented in UNESCO and that UNESCO’s presence is visible in Kenya.
Specifically, work in the Division
entails:
·
participation
in UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity international meetings and
processes;
·
contribution
to UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity activities;
·
provision
of expert advice to government on UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity
matters;
·
co-ordination
of ratification of UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity related conventions and
protocols;
·
formulation,
implementation and evaluation of UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity
activities in Kenya;
·
promotion
of UNESCO Partnerships & collaborations in Environment and Bio-diversity
;
·
mobilization
of resources for UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity activities;
·
capacity
building on UNESCO’s Environment and Bio-diversity agenda;
·
dissemination
and creation of awareness on UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity
activities;
·
collaborating
with UNESCO and other UN agencies on Environment and Bio-diversity issues;
and
·
nomination
of candidates for UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity prizes, awards,
fellowships, scholarships, study grants and posts.
The Division shall form part of the
secretariat to the Natural Sciences Programme and Expert Committee.
Job Profile
Duties and Responsibilities: The officer will be responsible to the Deputy Secretary General, Technical Programmes through the Programme Director, Natural Sciences for the development and implementation of UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity programmes and activities in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Corporations’ goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
Job Profile
Duties and Responsibilities: The officer will be responsible to the Deputy Secretary General, Technical Programmes through the Programme Director, Natural Sciences for the development and implementation of UNESCO Environment and Bio-diversity programmes and activities in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Corporations’ goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
This will entail inter alia:
Environment and Bio-diversity Division
Duties
1.
Be
responsible for the day to day operations of the Environment and Bio-diversity
Division and achievement of its functions and objectives;
2.
Develop
and implement the Division’s annual operational plans, performance contract and
budget;
3.
Recommend
to the Programme Director effective processes, systems and internal controls in
the Division including succession plans;
4.
Coordinate
the formulation, execution and communication of UNESCO related Environment and
Bio-diversity Division policies, strategies, and plans and ensure their
evaluation thereof;
5.
Prepare
relevant Environment and Bio-diversity Division policy and technical papers and
provide follow up activities as may be required;
6.
Mobilize
technical support for the execution of the Division’s programmes and activities
7.
Serve
as the focal point of the Environment and Bio-diversity Division;
8.
Promote
effective partnerships and collaborative networks within the Environment and
Bio-diversity Division sector;
9.
Develop
relevant programme and project proposals for implementation
10.
Be
responsible for stakeholder management dealing with the Environment and
Bio-diversity Division;
11.
Facilitate
and support the activities of the Natural Science Programme and Expert
committee; and
12.
Any
other tasks as may be assigned by the Secretary General/CEO.
Job Specifications
Academic & Professional Qualifications
·
A
minimum of a Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences from a recognized and
accredited institution
Experience
·
Minimum
of fifteen (15) years continuous experience in the Environment and
Bio-diversity management profession of a reputable organization with at least
three (3) years’ experience in an equivalent or comparable senior management
position dealing with leadership or management responsibilities
·
Demonstrated
proven ability and results in managing national and/or inter-sectoral functions
·
Demonstrated
good industry knowledge of the environment sector and ongoing reforms
·
Demonstrated
knowledge and experience in the formulation and/or implementation of
international environmental agreements/conventions/protocols and priorities;
·
Demonstrated
good international exposure in international meetings and processes
·
Demonstrated
experience in national environmental policy formulation and implementation
processes
·
Demonstrated
working knowledge/experience of institutional partnerships/collaborations
frameworks
·
Demonstrated
competence in project management (design, proposal writing and/or
implementation)
Personal Qualities
·
Diplomatic,
pro-active, approachable, flexible, have integrity and commitment to production
results, self-motivated, dependable, organized, professional and must satisfy
the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and
integrity.
Mental, Physical and Work Environment
Characteristics
·
Demanding
position, frequent field visits, high frequency of meetings, frequent
international travels, high mental strain, prolonged working hours
Job
Title: Chief Administration Officer
Advert
No: KNCU/13/2017
Grade: KNC 6
Reports
To: DSG, Corporate Support Services
Classification: Middle Management Level
Purpose
of the Job: To ensure implementation of the
General Administration policies
Remuneration
·
Gross Pay Ksh. 121,000 – 153,000 Pm
·
Leave Allowance – Ksh. 6,000
·
Medical Allowance – As per scheme
rules
·
Group Life & Accident Cover– As
per scheme rules
Terms:
Permanent and Pensionable
Pension
Contribution rate (basic salary)
·
Employee - 7.5%
·
Employer - 12.5%
Function
of the Administration Division: The
Division exists to coordinate general administration activities which include:
office services; hospitality services; office events; internal communications;
property and assets management; transport services; registry services; library
services; and safety and security services and emergency and disaster
management.
Job Profile
Job Profile
Duties
and Responsibilities: The officer
will be responsible to the DSG, Corporate Support Services for the coordination
and implementation of the general administrative services in a results oriented
and timely manner to achieve the Corporations’ goals, objectives and agreed
performance targets.
This
will entail inter alia:
1.
Provide leadership and guidance
within the Administration Division;
2.
Assist in coordinating general
administration and planning activities;
3.
Develop and implement the budget,
annual operational plans, and performance contract of the Division;
4.
Coordinate the formulation of the
Division’s internal policies, strategies, and plans and ensure their
implementation thereof;
5.
Assist in coordinating the
establishment of effective and efficient administrative structures, processes,
systems and internal controls;
6.
Ensure a safe, secure, modern and
risk averse holistic work environments;
7.
Monitor and ensure the Commissions
effective compliance to statutory regulations;
8.
Ensure timely preparation of relevant
quarterly and annual reports;
9.
Provide regular communication to the
DSG, Corporate Support Services on key internal administrative matters; and
10.
Any other tasks as may be assigned by
the Secretary General/CEO through the DSG, Corporate Affairs.
Job
Specifications
Academic
& Professional Qualifications
·
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in
any of the following fields namely; Business Administration, Social Sciences,
Arts, Government, Law, Political Science or Public Administration from a
recognized and accredited institution; and
·
A post graduate Diploma in Business
Administration, Government Studies, Human Resource, Public Administration or
any other related fields from a recognized and accredited institution;
·
Being a registered Member of a
relevant professional body will be an added advantage
Experience
·
Possess a minimum of ten (10) years
continuous experience in the administration or management professions of a
reputable organization with at least two (2) years’ being at an equivalent or
comparable middle management position dealing with administration and
management responsibilities;
·
Demonstrated good industry knowledge
and experience of corporate administrative processes and procedures
·
Demonstrated working experience with
financial, material and human capital management processes
·
Possess good knowledge of corporate
governance operation frameworks
Personal
Qualities: Team player, resourceful,
flexible, have integrity and commitment to production results, self-motivated,
dependable, organized, professional and must satisfy the requirements of
chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.
Job Title: Chief Accountant
Advert
No: KNCU/14/2017
Grade: KNC 6
Reports
To: Secretary General / CEO through
the DSG, Corporate Affairs
Classification: Middle Management Level
Purpose
of the Job: To ensure implementation of the
Accounting policies
Remuneration
·
Gross Pay Ksh. 121,000 – 153,000 Pm
·
Leave Allowance – Ksh. 6,000
·
Medical Allowance – As per scheme
rules
·
Group Life & Accident Cover– As
per scheme rules
Terms: Permanent and Pensionable
Pension
Contribution rate (basic salary)
·
Employee - 7.5%
·
Employer - 12.5%
Function of the Accounting Unit: This Division exists to perform the following functions: accounting policies development; managing accounts payable (money out); managing accounts receivable and revenue tracking (money in), handling payments; taxation and cash flow control, revenue collection and receipting; cash security; reconciliation of payments; inventory management; debtors collection; monitoring property accounting; cost analysis; preparation of accounting reports and security of accounts.
Job Profile
Duties and Responsibilities: The Officer will be responsible to the Finance Manager for the management of the Accounts Division in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Corporations’ goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
This
will entail inter alia:
1.
Coordinate the day to day business of
the Accounts Division.
2.
Assist in formulating the accounting
policies, strategies, plans, and establish proper internal accounting controls
and their evaluation thereof;
3.
Establish effective accounting
structures, processes and systems in the Commission
4.
Process approved payments for
personal and other merchant claims and receipt of all money due and payable to
the Commission
5.
Provide regular communication to the
Finance Manager on key accounting matters
6.
Ensure availability and security of
cash and accounting records.
7.
Prepare and submit all relevant
accounting reports as per the defined timelines to all the relevant organs;
8.
Ensure compliance with all accounting
legal and regulatory requirements.
9.
Monitor and implement accounting
procedural or policy changes to improve operations and quality service
delivery.
10.
Any other tasks as may be assigned by
the Secretary General/CEO.
Job
Specifications
Academic
& Professional Qualifications
·
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in
any of the following fields namely; Business of Commerce (Accounting or Finance
option), Finance or Business Administration (Accounting Option) from a
recognized and accredited institution
·
Possess a certificate in Certified
Public Accountant (K) or ACCA from a recognized and accredited institution
·
Be registered with the institute of
certified Public Accountants ICPAK and/or Registration of Accountants
Board
Experience
·
Possess a minimum of ten (10) years
continuous experience in the administration or management profession of an
Accounting unit of a reputable organization with at least two (2) years’ being
at an equivalent or comparable middle management position dealing with
leadership and management responsibilities;
·
Demonstrated good industry knowledge
and experience of corporate accounting processes and procedures
·
Demonstrated good knowledge of
existing legislations including ongoing reforms in the Accounting sector;
·
Demonstrated working experience with
budgeting and financial management reporting processes
·
Possess good knowledge of corporate
accounting operation frameworks of an organization
Personal
Qualities: Team player, resourceful,
flexible, have integrity and commitment to production results, self-motivated,
dependable, organized, professional and must satisfy the requirements of
chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.
Job
Title: Deputy Secretary General, Technical
Programmes
Advert
No: KNCU/11/2017
Grade: KNC 10
Reports
To: Secretary General / CEO
Classification: Top Management
Purpose
of the Job: To provide overall leadership and
coordination of the five UNESCO technical programmes under the general
direction and guidance of the Secretary General/CEO.
Remuneration
·
Gross pay Ksh. 300,000-400,000 Pm
·
Leave Allowance – Ksh. 10,000
·
Medical Allowance – As per scheme
rules
·
Group Life & Accident Cover– As
per scheme rules
Terms: Contract (4yrs renewable) with service gratuity
Function of the Technical Programmes Directorate: The Directorate of Technical Programmes is a consolidation of the five technical programmes of the Commission.
Function of the Technical Programmes Directorate: The Directorate of Technical Programmes is a consolidation of the five technical programmes of the Commission.
These
include: Education Programme, Natural Science Programme, Social and Human
Sciences Programme, Culture Programme and Communication and Information
Programme.
Functions: The Office of the Deputy Secretary General exists to
coordinate all the above technical programmes.
Specifically,
it ensures overall coordination of the following functions: UNESCO meetings and
events; programmes and activities implementation; management of information and
innovations; ratification of UNESCO conventions and protocols; domestication of
international practices; partnerships & collaborations; international resource
mobilization; capacity building; joint ventures with other UN agencies;
nomination of candidates for UNESCO prizes, awards, fellowships; study grants
and international posts; and provision of expert advisory services to
government and UNESCO.
Job Profile
Duties and Responsibilities: The officer will be responsible to the Secretary General/CEO for overall policy and strategy formulation and implementation of the five UNESCO Technical Programmes in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Commission’s goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
Job Profile
Duties and Responsibilities: The officer will be responsible to the Secretary General/CEO for overall policy and strategy formulation and implementation of the five UNESCO Technical Programmes in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Commission’s goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
This
will entail inter alia:
1.
Represent the Secretary General/CEO
when called upon;
2.
Provide overall leadership and
guidance within the Directorate of Technical Programmes;
3.
Ensure the development and
implementation of the overall budget, annual operational plans, and performance
contract of the Directorate of Technical Programmes ;
4.
Ensure the establishment of effective
and efficient administrative structures, processes, systems and internal controls
in the Directorate of Technical Programmes;
5.
Oversee general administration and
planning activities in the Directorate and influence procedural or policy
changes to improve operations and quality service delivery;
6.
Coordinate the preparation of Board
papers from the Directorate and provide follow up activities as may be
required;
7.
Coordinate the processes for
formulation of UNESCO policies, programmes, strategies, and plans and ensure
their implementation thereof;
8.
Coordinate monitoring and evaluation
of compliance to UNESCO protocols, conventions and treaties;
9.
Advise and promote UNESCO
partnerships and linkages within the Directorate;
10.
Manage effective internal and
external office communication’s;
11.
Review, interpret and advise on the
recommendations of the five (5) Programme and Expert committees;
12.
Advise and recommend on the official
position on UNESCO related matters; and
13.
Any other tasks as may be assigned by
the Secretary General/CEO.
Job
Specifications
Academic
& Professional Qualifications
·
A minimum of a Master’s degree in any
of the above fields namely; education; environmental sciences; social sciences;
arts; communication or information sciences from a recognized and accredited
institution;
Experience
·
Have served at Director levels or its
equivalent for a minimum period of three years OR have eighteen (18) years
cumulative, relevant and continuous work experience in a reputable organization
eight (8) of which should have been in an equivalent or comparable senior
management position dealing with leadership and senior management
responsibilities
·
Demonstrated proven ability and
results in heading an equivalent or comparable senior management portfolio;
·
Demonstrated proven leadership
capabilities in financial, material and human capital management within a
reputable institution;
·
Demonstrated proven ability and
results in coordinating multiple portfolios of a reputable organization with a
national or international character;
·
Demonstrated good industry knowledge
in either the education; natural sciences; social sciences; culture; or
communication and information sectors including involvement with ongoing
national reforms;
·
Demonstrated working experience in
the formulation and/or implementation of international
agreements/conventions/protocols and processes within the UNESCO areas of
competence;
·
Demonstrated wide experience in
national and/or international policy formulation processes;
·
Demonstrated good international
exposure in international meetings and processes
·
Demonstrated working
knowledge/experience of institutional partnerships/collaboration frameworks
·
Demonstrated competence and
experience in dealing at Board levels of an Institution.
Personal
Qualities: Diplomatic, pro-active,
approachable, flexible, have integrity and commitment to production results, self-motivated,
dependable, organized, professional and must satisfy the requirements of
chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.
Job
Title: Deputy Secretary General, Corporate
Support Services
Advert
No: KNCU/10/2017
Grade: KNC 10
Reports
To: Secretary General / CEO
Classification: Top Management
Purpose
of the Job: To provide overall leadership
and coordination of the Corporate Services Directorate under the general
direction and guidance of the Secretary General/CEO.
Remuneration
·
Gross pay Ksh. 300,000 - 400,000 Pm
·
Leave Allowance – Ksh. 10,000
·
Medical Allowance – As per scheme
rules
·
Group Life & Accident Cover– As
per scheme rules
Terms: Contract (4yrs renewable) with service gratuity
Function of the Corporate Services Directorate: The Directorate of Corporate Services is a consolidation of the units that provide business wide support services needed to serve internal (and sometimes external) customers and business partners.
Function of the Corporate Services Directorate: The Directorate of Corporate Services is a consolidation of the units that provide business wide support services needed to serve internal (and sometimes external) customers and business partners.
These
units provide specific specialized knowledge, best practices, and technology
and they include: Finance, Human Resource, Administration, Accounts, ICT,
Supply Chain Management, Internal Audit & Risk Management, Legal, Corporate
Planning, Corporate Communications, and Research & Development.
Functions: The Office of the Deputy Secretary General exists to
coordinate all the above corporate services departments.
Specifically,
it coordinates: board meetings and affairs; general administration and
planning; official and state functions; protocol affairs; State and
parliamentary affairs; grievances and complaints management; risk and disaster
management; internal and external office communications; and ethics and
integrity promotion.
In addition, as head of administration, the officer is also responsible for: office services; hospitality services; property and assets management; transport services; emergency services registry services; library services; and safety and security services.
Job Profile: The Officer is responsible to the Secretary General / CEO for the coordination and implementation of the corporate support services Departments in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Corporations’ goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
In addition, as head of administration, the officer is also responsible for: office services; hospitality services; property and assets management; transport services; emergency services registry services; library services; and safety and security services.
Job Profile: The Officer is responsible to the Secretary General / CEO for the coordination and implementation of the corporate support services Departments in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Corporations’ goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
This
will entail inter alia:
1.
Deputize the Secretary General/CEO
when called upon;
2.
Provide overall leadership and
guidance in the coordination of the various Departments in the Directorate;
3.
Ensure the development and
implementation of the consolidated budget, annual operational plans, and
performance contract of the Commission;
4.
Prepare for Board meetings and
coordinate all other affairs of the Board and provide follow up activities as
may be required;
5.
Ensure the establishment of effective
and efficient administrative structures, processes, systems and internal
controls within the Commission;
6.
Coordinate the formulation of the
organization’s internal policies, strategies, and plans and ensure their
implementation thereof;
7.
Oversee general administration and
planning activities;
8.
Coordinate the planning and
management of all official and state functions activities;
9.
Coordinate and ensure effective
compliance to statutory and legal regulations;
10.
Monitor and influence procedural or
policy changes to improve operations and quality service delivery;
11.
Ensure effective internal and
external management of office communication services;
12.
Promote and ensure a safe, secure,
modern and risk averse work environments;
13.
Promote ethics and integrity
standards in the Commission;
14.
Any other tasks as may be assigned by
the Secretary General/CEO.
Job
Specifications
Academic
& Professional Qualifications
·
A minimum of a Master’s degree in any
of the following fields namely; Business Administration, Finance or Accounting,
Social Sciences, Public Relations, Arts, Government, Political Science or
Public Administration from a recognized and accredited institution;
Experience
·
Have served at Director levels or its
equivalent for a minimum period of three years OR have eighteen (18) years
cumulative, relevant and continuous work experience in a reputable organization
eight (8) of which should have been in an equivalent or comparable senior
management position dealing with leadership and senior management
responsibilities
·
Demonstrated proven ability and
results in heading an equivalent or comparable senior management portfolio;
·
Demonstrated proven leadership
capabilities in financial, material and human capital management within a
reputable institution;
·
Demonstrated proven ability and
results in coordinating multiple portfolios of a reputable organization with a
national or international character;
·
Have extensive industry knowledge of
government administrative protocols, processes and procedures;
·
Demonstrated a good degree of
international exposure in international meetings and processes will be an added
advantage;
·
Demonstrated good knowledge and
experience with policy formulation and legislative processes;
·
Demonstrated competence and
experience in managing affairs of the Board of an Institution.
Personal
Qualities
·
Diplomatic, pro-active, assertive,
approachable, flexible, have integrity and commitment to production results,
self-motivated, dependable, organized, professional and must satisfy the
requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on leadership and
integrity.
How
to Apply
1. CLICK HERE to
Download the KNATCOM 1A form from the website www.unesco.go.ke
2.
Complete the form and sign (Do Not attach any documents)
3.
First send a soft copy in word format to 2017hr@unesco.go.ke(Do Not attach
any documents)
4.
Secondly, send a hard copy to:
The
Secretary General/CEO
Kenya National Commission for UNESCO
P.O. Box 72107-00200
National Bank Building, 14th Floor
Harambee Avenue
Nairobi
Application deadline is 15th December 2017.
Kenya National Commission for UNESCO
P.O. Box 72107-00200
National Bank Building, 14th Floor
Harambee Avenue
Nairobi
Application deadline is 15th December 2017.
Note: Only short listed and successful candidates will be
contacted.