United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Programme Assistants Jobs in Nairobi
The post is located in the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) in Nairobi, Kenya, Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
The Programme Assistant will work under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Officer (Regional Coordinator heading the Global Maritime Crime Programme) (GMCP), under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (GMCP, Detention and Transfer) and in close coordination with the Programme Officer (GMCP).
Responsibilities
Within limits of assigned authority, the Programme Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:
Assist in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation work for, typically, a medium-size and complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives; monitor status of programme/ project proposals and receipt of relevant documentation for review and approval.
Compile, summarize, and present basic information/data on specific programmes/project and related topics or issues.
Review project documents, especially cost plans/budgets, for completeness and compliance with relevant rules and procedures prior to submission for final approval and signature; identify inconsistencies; distribute project documents to relevant parties upon approval.
Review budget revisions; verify availability of funds; ensure necessary approval and entry in computerized budget system.
Serve as focal point for administrative coordination of programme/project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with a diverse organizational units to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, e.g. recruitment and appointment of personnel, travel arrangements, training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc.
Compile, summarize and enter data on project delivery; draft related status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, budget overruns, etc., and bring to the attention of management.
Draft correspondence on budget-related issues and prepare and update periodic reports, briefing notes, graphic and statistical summaries, accounting spreadsheets, etc.
Provide general office assistance; respond to complex information requests and inquiries; reviews, log and route incoming correspondence; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops; handle routine administrative tasks, such as maintaining attendance records, assessing telephone billing, etc.
Provide guidance/training to new/junior staff.
Generate a variety of standard statistical and other reports, work orders, etc., using various databases including SAP/Umoja and the Programme and Financial Management Information System (ProFi).
Performs other work related duties as assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism
Has knowledge of general office and administrative support including administrative policies, processes and procedures.
Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter;
Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations.
Teamwork:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise;
Is willing to learn from others;
Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final
group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position;
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning& Organizing:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;
Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;
Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area is required. Experience in procurement is also required. Experience in working with an ERP system is required, and experience in SAP/Umoja including experience in financial management is an advantage.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required.
Knowledge of Somali or another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position will include a substantive assessment and a competency-based interview
Special Notice
This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules.
All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country.
A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
This is a project post. Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
How to apply
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening as at 6th June, 2018 On-line applications will be acknowledged where an e-mail has been provided.
For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Programme Assistants Jobs in Nairobi
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