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Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties: Responsibilities Lead the engagement of UNEP with the UNDS: continuously assess requirements for improved engagement with the UNDS at the country and regional level and make recommendations to management for consideration; strengthen internal coordination within UNEP for purpos...

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:- Served for a minimum period of two (2) years in the grade of Deputy Director, Regional Development, CSG '6', or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector; A Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Hydrology, Environmental ...

JOB PURPOSE This position will provide policy and programme support to effectively guide WFP Kenya's refugee operations towards effectively contributing to the shift from an encampment approach in hosting refugees to integrated and resilient settlements for both refugees and host communities to meet food assistance needs. The position will contribute broadly to efforts to align WFP operations to ...

JOB PURPOSE Coordinate activities on the ground related to WFP Kenya's work on Changing Lives, in line with WFP Kenya's Changing Lives Transformation Fund (CLTF) investment implementation, to ensure the effective delivery of a productive safety net for transitioning Kenyan communities and refugees covered under the Shirika Plan from dependence on humanitarian assistance to self-reliance, economic...

Responsibilities Programme Management: Manage the relevant sections of the Big Science Branch (BSB) and provide strategic directions to accomplish the mandated functions and approved objectives: Analyze the assessment programme mandates, particularly as stated in General Assembly (GA) and United Nations Environmental Assembly (UNEA) decisions, and translate the mandates into strategic programme d...

Purpose of Activity/Assignment The impact of climate change manifests as a water crisis and disease outbreaks in Kenya. The changes in rainfall patterns are causing floods, droughts, and desertification. Climate-induced movement of people and mosquitoes is causing disease outbreaks. The negative effects of climate change and disease outbreaks are most grave among young children from the most disa...

JOB PURPOSE: As a Cash-based Transfers (CBT) Consultant, your role will help to save and change people's lives by supporting countries to deliver high-quality cash transfer programmes. You will do that using the most appropriate methods, putting people at the center, and implementing cost efficient and effective Cash Policy phases. To be successful in your role, you need to be able to think innov...

This position will be hybrid requiring a few days per week in office. You can be based in Nairobi, Kenya; WRI Africa Regional Office. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.About the Program:WRI has been working in Africa for more than 30 years, supporting local partners and Africa governm...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment. Summary Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director,...

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya. Kenya Medical Research Institute KEMRI seeks to employ competent personnel to fil...

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for better and more sustainable use of livestock. ILRI is a CGIAR research centre part of a global research partnership for a food-secure future. Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day implementation of activities related to grazing management and restorati...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment. Summary The Global Environment Facility (GEF) helps developing...

UNICEF is the world s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments. Purpose of Activity...

The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, introduced the devolved system of Government which resulted to the formation of the 47 Counties across the Country, Kakamega County being among them. Kakamega County is located in the western region of the country with an area of 3,051.3 square kilometers and an estimated population of 2,079,669 and density of 682. Administratively, it is divid...

The University was founded through Harambee spirit on 5th January, 1972, as Western College of Arts and Applied Sciences (WECO) under the stewardship of .the former fiery MP, Masinde Muliro. As chairman of the project executive committee, Muliro worked with Prof. Reuben J. Olembo (then Head, Department of Botany University of Nairobi) as secretary. The establishment of the College was in response...

In Kenya, the Council leads research and develops programs to reduce maternal mortality; build protective health, social, and economic assets for adolescent girls; reduce HIV transmission; respond to sexual and gender-based violence; address disrespect and abuse in maternity care; assess various service integration models; assess whether reproductive health voucher programs can help vulnerable po...

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, icipe was established in 1970, to address this very paradox of insects and accompanying challenges. The Centre s mission is to use insect science for sustainable development, to ensure food security and improve the overall health of communities in Africa by addressing the interlinked problems of poverty, poor health, low agricultural productivity and environmental...

Job Description JOB PURPOSE: As a Cash-based Transfers (CBT) Consultant, your role will help to save and change people s lives by supporting countries to deliver high-quality cash transfer programmes. You will do that using the most appropriate methods, putting people at the center, and implementing cost efficient and effective Cash Policy phases. To be successful in your role, you need to be abl...

The World Food Programme is the food assistance branch of the United Nations and the world s largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and promoting food security. JOB PURPOSE: As a Cash-based Transfers (CBT) Consultant, your role will help to save and change people s lives by supporting countries to deliver high-quality cash transfer programmes. You will do that using the most appropri...

The World Food Programme is the food assistance branch of the United Nations and the world s largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and promoting food security. JOB PURPOSE This position will provide policy and programme support to effectively guide WFP Kenya s refugee operations towards effectively contributing to the shift from an encampment approach in hosting refugees to integrat...

The World Food Programme is the food assistance branch of the United Nations and the world s largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and promoting food security. JOB PURPOSE Coordinate activities on the ground related to WFP Kenya s work on Changing Lives, in line with WFP Kenya s Changing Lives Transformation Fund (CLTF) investment implementation, to ensure the effective delivery of ...

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, icipe was established in 1970, to address this very paradox of insects and accompanying challenges. The Centre s mission is to use insect science for sustainable development, to ensure food security and improve the overall health of communities in Africa by addressing the interlinked problems of poverty, poor health, low agricultural productivity and environmental...

Our vision and mission, history, and staff profiles. Where we work Find out where Bioversity International carries out its research The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT Our joint vision and mission. Key events What is coming up in our events calendar. About Job The Multifunctional Landscapes team is looking to hire Agronomy/Soil Health intern. The intern will work with the team mainl...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment. Responsibilities Programme Management: Manage the relevant sec...