INGO Jobs in the Horn

[Valenteenah.]

As we don't have a jobs section, thought there should at least be a thread for international development jobs in the Horn. I've seen quite a few roles come up in Somalia/land, in recent months.

 

Anyway, here's one:

 

Project Officer: Advocacy, Communications and Research – Somalia/Somaliland

 

Organisation: Saferworld

 

Salary: KSH 2,033,583 – 2,568,736 – KSH gross per annum

 

Based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent trips to Somalia/Somaliland, Kenya

 

Closing date 25.08.2010

 

Posted date 10.08.2010

 

Job description:

OneWorld.net

Apparently 2 million Kenyan shillings is equivalent to about £16k, so the money is terrible, but if you work in the NGO sector and you need international experience, it's a perfect role.

[The Zack]

The salary is terribly terrible but you are right, it would be good experience and possible route to a better position.

[Jacaylbaro]

I was about to apply this one ............. don't like Nairobi though.

[Valenteenah.]

JB, see below.

 

The Somalia programme is managed from Saferworld’s Nairobi office with plans to establish an office in Somaliland in the near future.

Zack, yup, it would be really good experience.

[Jacaylbaro]

i know but what about if that "near future" turns to be 2 years later ? ,,,, I'll drop da cv anyway.

[Valenteenah.]

True, it's usually a protracted process so you never know.

[Land_Soldier]

www.unjobs.org

 

http://www.vacatureblad.org/

 

www.reliefweb.int/

[Haatu]

2 million isn't that bad in Kenya. You could lead a comfortable life with it.

[Faarax-Brawn]

Good Luck to you all!

[Jacaylbaro]

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[Valenteenah.]

Senior Executive Assistant

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

UN AGENCY

Closing date: 01 Apr 2011

Location: Somalia - Nairobi

 

UNICEF SOMALIA

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT REF: UNSOM/2011/015

Title: Senior Executive Assistant

Category and Grade Level: GS-7

Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment

IMIS. No. SOM11029

Duty Station: UNICEF Somalia Support Centre, Nairobi

Date of Issue: 18th March 2011

Closing date of Application: 01st April 2011

 

 

Qualified candidates are invited to apply for the post of Senior Executive Assistant, in the UNICEF Somalia Support Centre in Nairobi. The successful candidate will be offered a Temporary Appointment for 364 days. Further extensions will be based on organizational needs, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

 

Purpose of the Post:

 

Under the general supervision of the Policy Specialist, provide high quality administrative assistance to the Somalia Country Office Representative in his/her oversight role of managing a Country Office composed of a Support Center based in Nairobi plus seven other Zonal/field offices. Responsible for the coordination of the Representative’s participation in/and scheduling of all external and internal meetings, including inter-governmental, parliamentary and inter-agency meetings, seminars, as well as official visits.

 

The incumbent will be expected to provide adequate support on a remote basis, given that the Representative is expected to spend 50% or more of her/his time in Somalia.

 

Major duties and responsibilities:

 

• Support the Office of the Representative, including the Office of the Deputy-Representative, in coordinating activities, weekly meetings, and command conferences. Take notes to record discussions and prepare minutes and memoranda for the records. Maintain records and track the status of the Head of Office’s action items, including his/her calendar. Analyze and collect information in support of milestone activities. Produce a variety of substantive and/or routine documents, correspondence, letters etc.

 

• Make various administrative arrangements for the work of the Head of Office (and other officials visitors), including travel, appointments, meetings, official social events, press conferences, interviews. Coordinate the schedule of the Head of Office, arrange appointments, book meeting rooms, clear invoices for payments, produce/collect and disseminate documentation.

 

• Organize and maintain the Office of the Representative, establishing filing systems, logging and tracking systems, and mail and contact listing. Maintains policy, confidential and general management files. Identify need for equipment and supplies. Establish and maintain collections of documentation, records and reports. Identify, request and screen materials for the collection. Conduct substantive searches and indexes materials.

 

• Provide administrative support by conducting research, handling information requests, and performing administrative functions such as preparing correspondences and drafting meeting minutes; receiving visitors; arranging conference calls; and scheduling meetings, including meetings of the Country Management Team.

 

• Respond to a wide variety of general and substantive queries for information from UN Agencies, governmental and non-governmental partners. Screen requests, respond if possible or refer to a wide range of possible sources (inside and outside the Office).

 

• Select and compile background and briefing materials for meetings, travel, conferences, fundraising etc… for the Head of Office and other officials as requested.

 

• Screen and review incoming correspondence (mail, email); collect background material; draft and sign correspondence, or clear drafts with supervisor.

 

• Monitors and keeps abreast of Somalia, Regional and Global events and activities, particularly during travel/absence of the Head of Office, and notes items of interest for follow up.

 

 

Qualifications, Experience and competencies

 

 At the minimum, completion of 'A' level Secondary School education, supplemented by some training in public relations, international relations, or other related discipline. A University degree in a relevant discipline is highly desirable.

 At least seven years secretarial experience at a senior level, especially in publics relations, protocol, general office administration or international development cooperation preferably within the UN or similar organization, government or NGO.

 Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali language required.

 Proven experience in self-management.

 In addition, a high level of proficiency is required in the following key competencies:

- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;

- Proven teamwork ability as well as drive for results;

- Analysis of numerical, verbal and other data from a diverse sources;

- Planning, organizing, and coordinating processes and activities, including meetings/Workshops;

- Computer skills in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to use other office technology to create documentation, exchange and archive e-mail, maintain electronic filing systems;

- Ability to summarize and draft complex reports;

- Utmost discretion, tact and confidentiality;

- Detailed knowledge and technical expertise in Office Management.

 UNICEF core values: Diversity and Inclusion (respect for diversity and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment); Integrity; Commitment.

 

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

UNICEF IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11) form, updated CV and copies of academic certificates. UN staff are requested to provide the last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs).

 

Please quote the vacancy number in your application.

 

Human Resources Manager

Vacancy Number 2011/015

UNICEF (USSC)

Nairobi, Kenya

 

Or email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org

 

Please note that documents submitted along with your applications will not be returned. Ensure you send copies of your testimonials. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

Reference Code: RW_8F3G3B-23

 

Source: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900sid/OCHA-8F3G6T?OpenDocument

[Valenteenah.]

Procurement & Contracts Specialist

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

UN AGENCY

Closing date: 25 Mar 2011

Location: Somalia - Nairobi

 

UNICEF SOMALIA

 

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT REF: UNSOM/2011/014

 

Title: Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Category and Grade Level: L-3

Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment

Length Of Contract: 364 days

Organization Unit: Supply/Logistics

Duty Station: UNICEF Somalia Support Centre, Nairobi

Date of Issue: 18th March 2011

Closing date of Application: 25th March 2011

 

 

If you are qualified and looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the post of a Finance Assistant with UNICEF Somalia Support Centre.

 

The incumbent will be under the supervision of the Supply and Logistics Manager, and will be responsible for the efficient and effective planning, conducting of a self assessment in procurement to improve procurement procedures, develop and train staff on Institutional contracts workflow processes including contract management and support procurement functions for Programmes humanitarian relief intervention.

 

If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.

 

 

More info can be found here: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900sid/OCHA-8F3FYQ?OpenDocument

[Che -Guevara]

Are you thinking of going into this sector?

[ANWAR]

i will never ever WORK for UN......

[Valenteenah.]

Che, no, not in the Horn.

 

Anwar, this is for people working or wanting to work in international dev.