united nations jobs in kenya

Specific tasks and responsibilitiesThe Programme Assistant will undertake the following duties:Project management of projects under development:Prepare SSFAs (including budget and implementation plans) and oversee HR processes (i.e. recruitment of consultants, payments, etc.) for the development of assigned projects. Revise project implementation plans and ensure development steps are followed. R...

Duties and ResponsibilitiesIn consultation with the Branch Coordinator, Head of the Nature Transformation & Mainstreaming Unit, and the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership Global Coordinator, the consultant will undertake the following assignments:Develop a NBSAP Acceleration and Implementation Project Document.To this end, the consultant will:Review existing materials including the Concept Approval Gr...

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: Under the supervision of the head of the Fro...

United Nations and regional organizations; provides administrative and other support services to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat); provides joint and common services to other organizations of the United Nations system in Kenya, as applicable; and manages and implements the programmes of administration, conference servi...

ResponsibilitiesOversees substantive preparations for the Director's meetings and missions.Brings priority issues to the attention of the Director, organizes, and follows up on issues and liaises with the Executive Office and other Divisions.Identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.Resear...

A Senior Resettlement Assistant position is typically located at Multi-Country Office, Branch Office or Field Office. Under supervision, the incumbent's primary role is to assist the supervisor in effective resettlement delivery of a given UNHCR Office in accordance with the UNHCR Resettlement Handbook, UNHCR Manual and relevant policy papers and publications. The incumbent provides important cle...

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. Duties and Responsibilities In consultation with the Branch Co...

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. Specific tasks and responsibilities The Programme Assistant wi...

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 Planning, monitoring, and assessment: Plan, m...

ResponsibilitiesDevelops, implements, and evaluates assigned programmes/projects; monitors and analyzes program and project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures follow-up actions. Select, recruit and supervise project consultants. Researches, a...

ResponsibilitiesProvides assistance in support of planning and implementation activities/processes for, typically, a large and highly complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives. Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/project and related topics. Assists in the coordination of programme/project planning and pre...

ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources ManagementInitiates, reviews, processes and follows-up on actions related to the administration of the unit's human resource activities, e.g., recruitment of staff and consultants, placement, promotion, relocation, performance appraisal, job classification reviews, separation of staff members, training, ensuring consistency in the application of UN rules and proced...

UNHCR was created in 1950, during the aftermath of the Second World War, to help millions of Europeans who had fled or lost their homes. We had three years to complete our work and then disband. Today, over 65 years later, our organization is still hard at work, protecting and assisting refugees around the world. About Job A Senior Resettlement Assistant position is typically located at Multi-Cou...

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 Provides assistance in support of planning an...

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 Develops, implements, and evaluates assigned ...

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 Oversees substantive preparations for the Dir...

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. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is currently seeki...

DutiesAssist in gathering requirements for MSRP change requests within the AoR and in solutions and design for business process challenges, through the use of technology.Assist in re-engineering/enhancement of business processes or current MSRP module/functionality within the AoR, to ensure compliance with policies and administrative instructions, with the goal of improved efficiency for users th...

TERMS OF REFERENCESupporting dissemination of information, knowledge, and results, including through development of a Congo Basin Impact Programme newsletter.Overseeing the development and management of Congo Basin IP and Congo Basin Peatlands project websites.Populating and managing the online communication content for both the GEF Congo Basin IP and the Congo Basin peatlands project.Developing ...

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Digital Strategy, the intern will:Research, compile, draft and edit basic information for use in the preparation and production of social media and web content, often under tight deadlines.Monitor analyze statistics related to digital content.Gather social media and web content at special events (film screenings, concerts, exhibits, etc.).Assist in the c...

Position PurposeThe Disaster Risk Reduction and Multi-Dimensional Resilience Specialist will work in the SDG MPTF Kenya Secretariat for the full range of the UNCT Kenya with its 24 agencies and support conducive collaboration with all stakeholders at all levels in Kenya to facilitate and support joint action and pooled funding and financing under the Fund and thereby strengthen the overall delive...

ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Finance & Budget Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:Assists in the preparation of supporting documents (narrative and supporting tables) with respect to finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements. Assists in the development of resource requirements for budget submissions and ...

ResponsibilitiesAssists in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation work for, typically, a medium-size and complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives; monitors status of programme/project proposals and receipt of relevant documentation for review and approval.Compiles, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/project and...

ResponsibilitiesParticipates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions. Participate in providin...