UNIDO recruits 01 Senior Project Assistant
United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
Nairobi, Kenya
Senior Project Assistant
Post Level : SB3 – Local support
Vacancy AnnouncementVACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF PROJECT PERSONNEL EXTERNAL
Only nationals and/or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are eligible to apply. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Vacancy Announcement No : VA2021_ISA_EXT_151Duty Station : KenyaDate of Issuance : 01 October 2021Type of Appointment : Individual Service AgreementEmployment Fraction : NonStaff-RegularClosing Date : 21 October 2021
Organizational ContextThe United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability. The mission of UNIDO, as described in the Lima Declaration adopted at the fifteenth session of the UNIDO General Conference in 2013 as well as the Abu Dhabi Declaration adopted at the eighteenth session of UNIDO General Conference in 2019, is to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) in Member States. The relevance of ISID as an integrated approach to all three pillars of sustainable development is recognized by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which will frame United Nations and country efforts towards sustainable development. UNIDO’s mandate is fully recognized in SDG-9, which calls to “Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation”. The relevance of ISID, however, applies in greater or lesser extent to all SDGs. Accordingly, the Organization’s programmatic focus is structured in four strategic priorities: Creating shared prosperity; Advancing economic competitiveness; Safeguarding the environment; and Strengthening knowledge and institutions.
Each of these programmatic fields of activity contains a number of individual programmes, which are implemented in a holistic manner to achieve effective outcomes and impacts through UNIDO’s four enabling functions: (i) technical cooperation; (ii) analytical and research functions and policy advisory services; (iii) normative functions and standards and quality-related activities; and (iv) convening and partnerships for knowledge transfer, networking and industrial cooperation. Such core functions are carried out in Departments/Offices in its Headquarters, Regional Offices and Hubs and Country OfficesThe Directorate of Environment and Energy (EAE), headed by a Managing Director, aims to integrate and scale-up the energy and environment activities focusing on supporting governments and industries to provide sustainable and resilient soft and hard infrastructure for industrial development, supporting industries to contribute to climate neutral circular economy, and supporting governments and industries in fulfilling national commitments under multinational climate and environmental agreements. The Directorate consists of the Department of Environment and the Department of Energy.
The responsibility of the Department of Energy (EAE/ENE) is to assist Member States in the transition to a sustainable energy future under the overarching mandate of ISID, through the application of renewable energy for productive uses, adoption of the efficient use of energy by industry and the introduction of low-carbon technologies and processes. In transitioning to a sustainable energy future, the challenges of addressing energy poverty and climate change become an integral part of the Department activities.
This position is located under The Climate Technology and Innovation Division (EAE/ENE/CTI) which is responsible for supporting Member States with access to and uptake of low-carbon, climate friendly and clean energy technologies, innovations and entrepreneurship. It focuses on supporting entrepreneurship and facilitating the establishment of conducive innovation systems. In addition, the Division is also responsible for supporting member states with enabling markets for low-carbon technologies and their use by industry and local communities, thereby contributing to climate mitigations and resilience in recipient countries.
Duty station: Nairobi, KenyaDuration: 3 months (with possibility of extension)
PROJECT CONTEXT
– Generating energy capacity from geothermal power generation and its related technologies for sustainable development (SAP ID: 170046)Building on the success of the LCET programme, a programme on “Generating energy capacity from geothermal power generation and its related technologies for sustainable development” was launched in 2017. The main objective of the programme is to promote geothermal power generation and its related technologies in African countries. This will be achieved through technology demonstration, removal of existing barriers in access to information and technical knowledge, capacity building to better absorb and domestically replicate such technologies, knowledge management activities, identification of viable, sustainable and suitable business models while strengthening market conditions for investment in Africa.
– Sustainable conversion of waste into clean energy to reduce GHG emissions in Kenya (SAP ID: 120568)Based on the experiences gained from previous work done by UNIDO in the area of WTE in Kenya, the ongoing Global Environment Facility (GEF)-funded project proposes to: (i) improve human and institutional capacity for continuous development of WTE projects; (ii) improve human capacity for sustainable operation and maintenance of WTE; (iii) demonstrate WTE projects on a private-public partnership (PPP) basis for a cumulative 1,856 kWe and 1,397 kWth capacity leading to scaling of the WTE technology and an overall emissions reduction of around 144,960 tCO2e; and (iv) establish a favourable investment environment through the creation of incentive scheme, leading to replication of at least 14 MWe and 6 MWth, and thus, an overall emission reduction of around 1,159,680 tCO2e.
Main Functions
Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Senior Project Assistant provides support in the development and administration of technical cooperation programmes and projects as well as secretarial and administrative support and is responsible for the following key functions:- Screen incoming mail and draft replies for supervisor’s signature on non-technical aspects; provide relevant background/project information whenever necessary to supervisor(s); keep track of pending matters, follow up with other offices on deadlines;- Screen phone calls and visitors. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries as necessary, as well as to refer queries to appropriate personnel for handling;- Draft routine and non-routine correspondence (both on TC-related and administrative matters); and putting them into adequate style, language and format; proofread documents and edit texts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation and style in accordance with standard practices and in compliance with the UNIDO Correspondence Manual;- Assist in the preparation of papers and presentations by extracting/summarizing statistics; undertake computer based searches, compile background information to assist in project identification and formulation;- Initiate or monitor exercises related to the implementation of TC projects (e.g.: budget revisions, obligation reviews, re-phasing, extension or completion of projects, issuance of new project allotment documents/due sub-allotments, TC allocations and monitoring related exercises. Interpret or consult to clarify the application of new financial procedures, TC guidelines and other instructions. Keep track of project budget expenditures; recommend and initiate budget revisions; complete justification for budget revisions; provide information on the project, draw the supervisor’s attention to problems encountered. Retrieve substantive information on TC projects from the SAP PPM module that has been designed to support results-based management;- Using SAP, initiate and follow up on actions related to recruitment of experts, training and study tours, purchase of equipment, travel authorizations requests/claims and deal with all related inquiries;- Perform general administrative tasks like arrangements for meetings and other events, reservations, budget follow-up, research for information and reference material. Prepare requests/documents, e.g. requisitions, purchase orders, travel requests/authorizations, expenditure authorizations, visa applications, etc.;- Carry out ad-hoc assignments and research activities, as required- Maintain files (both paper and electronic) and databases related to work;- Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
WE LIVE AND ACT WITH INTEGRITY: work honestly, openly and impartially.WE SHOW PROFESSIONALISM: work hard and competently in a committed and responsible manner.WE RESPECT DIVERSITY: work together effectively, respectfully and inclusively, regardless of our differences in culture and perspective.WE FOCUS ON PEOPLE: cooperate to fully reach our potential –and this is true for our colleagues as well as our clients. Emotional intelligence and receptiveness are vital parts of our UNIDO identity.WE FOCUS ON RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: focus on planning, organizing and managing our work effectively and efficiently. We are responsible and accountable for achieving our results and meeting our performance standards. This accountability does not end with our colleagues and supervisors, but we also owe it to those we serve and who have trusted us to contribute to a better, safer and healthier world.WE COMMUNICATE AND EARN TRUST: communicate effectively with one another and build an environment of trust where we can all excel in our work.WE THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND INNOVATE: To stay relevant, we continuously improve, support innovation, share our knowledge and skills, and learn from one another.Minimum Requirements
EducationCompleted higher secondary education (high school diploma or equivalent), is required. Formal administrative/secretarial/clerical training or equivalent, is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili is required.
Field of ExpertiseA minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the related fields of the post is required. Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), internet search engines, is required. Experience with office procedures and practices, preferably within the UN system or in a multicultural environment, is desirable.Experience in project administration, accounting and finance, providing support to managerial/professional staff and using secretarial/administrative skills to assist in the execution of project development and implementation of work, is desirable. Experience with SAP or similar ERP software is desirable.
Credit towards total working experience may be considered on a year by-year- basis, up to maximum of four years, for a first university degree or equivalent diploma, in a relevant field.
This appointment is limited to the specified project(s) only and does not carry any expectation of renewal.Employees of UNIDO are expected at all times to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and respect for diversity, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for jobs at UNIDO.All applications must be submitted online through the Online Recruitment System Correspondence will be undertaken only with candidates who are being considered at an advanced phase of the selection process. Selected candidate(s) may be required to disclose to the Director General the nature and scope of financial and other personal interests and assets in respect of themselves, their spouses and dependants, under the procedures established by the Director General.
NOTE: The Director General retains the discretion to make an appointment to this post at a lower level.
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