Planning Jobs in kenya - Factory Production Planner Careers in Kenya

Job Title: Factory Production Planner

Company Profile:

Manufacturing companies dealing in consumer products.

Vacancies: 2

Location: 1 vacancy in Mombasa and 1 vacancy in Nairobi

Reports to: Logistics Manager

Main Purpose of the job

Prepare a feasible weekly production plan for the Factory and to follow up on the achievement of the weekly planned quantities as well as daily production program.

Main Responsibilities

• Analyze the information received from Supply Chain for the preparation of a Detailed Production Schedule.
• Validate production schedule for the week as well as Medium and Long term production plans.
• Ensure that the systems and tools used are up to date (SAP)
• Validate and follow up with Technical Services maintenance planning.
• Ensure the update and availability of the planning parameters for the related services.
• Ensure the achievement of all related Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
• Assist in traceability procedure.
• Ensure the data cleansing of system (SAP) with Production is regularly done.
• Conduct weekly meetings with Production, QA, IP and Technical Service on weekly production plan.
• Conduct weekly meetings with MPS Planner, MRP Planner and Operational Buyers on
• Material stocks and production plan issues.
• Follow up with QA on releases of R&PM and FERT under quality inspection.
• Monitor production plans versus actual daily; identify reasons for any shortfall and take the necessary actions for improvement

Skills & Qualifications Required

• A Bachelors Degree in a production related field
• At least 4 years of work experience in production, production planning, supply chain; Committed, Adaptable, Enthusiastic;
• Good interpersonal skills
• Computer Skills; Excellent in MS Excel, Word & Power point
• Good communication skills and analytical thinker

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

ACT Resource Mobilization and Planning Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

The Resource Mobilization and Planning Officer, to be based in Nairobi Kenya, reports to the African Conservation Tillage Network (ACT) Executive Secretary and is responsible for:

• Developing a resource mobilization strategy and related plan of action.
• Identifying and exploiting all possible means of resource mobilization, expand the present support base, plan and assist ACT to negotiate partnership agreements with donors.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create good working relations with donor organizations and the donor platform on Conservation Agriculture, climate change and improved livelihoods, while providing advocacy for ACT activities.
• Exchange information required for resource mobilization, project formulation and implementation with the ACT staff, relevant stakeholders and partners;
• Develop the necessary networks to support resource mobilization and partnerships.
• Organize regular donor meetings to inform donors on ACT activities, policies and offer discussion platform between ACT and the donor community and raise awareness on financial needs in the sector;
• Scan the donors’ strategies on a regular basis and identify funding possibilities for the execution of ACT’s strategic plan;
• Assess options for non-traditional support to ACT e.g. Exchange of officials/experts, provision of Technical Assistance etc;
• Identify new and/or non-traditional donors or foundations for funding/support opportunities to ACT related activities;
• Cooperate with the Knowledge and information department to prepare appropriate profile and messages for ACT when approaching potential donors;
• Liaise with all technical partners and regularly check websites to guarantee appropriate gathering and sharing of information;
• Coordinate with ACT management team to understand funding gaps or funding needs.
• Assure timely update on required resources and prioritize the needs in collaboration with ACT hierarchy and management team;
• Be able to comprehend rural development programs/projects and assist the ACT Executive Secretary and Program Staff in developing Project Proposals focusing on conservation agriculture;
• Assure appropriate lay-out en content (non-technical) of project/programme proposals before submission to potential donors;
• Inform the Executive Director of ACT on a regular basis on funding opportunities and relational issues with technical and other partners;
• Prepare & Update ACT resource mobilization strategy whenever required.
• Promote new and innovative financing mechanism towards achieving outstanding results and for the fulfilment of the ACT mandate;
• Prepare, maintain and regularly update the potential donor database for ACT related activities
• Perform any other tasks and duties as assigned by the ACT Executive Director

How to apply

Submit your application including motivation letter, CV/resumé and state your salary expectation via e-mail not later than 15th February 2011 to: hr@act-africa.org

ACT is an equal opportunity employer.

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Programme Director Job in Busia Kenya - Ministry of Planning, National Development and Vision 2030

The Government of Kenya is set to implement a new project, the Programme for Agriculture and Livelihoods in Western Communities (PALWECO) in collaboration with the Government of Finland. PALWECO is a Multi-Sectoral Rural Development Programme with focus on poverty reduction covering seven districts (Busia, Bunyala, Butula, Samia, Nambale, Teso South and Teso North) of Western Province.

It is in this context, the Ministry of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030 (MoPND) is seeking to recruit the Project Director who will be based in Busia, Kenya.

Candidates should have a clear understanding of the national long and short term development policies and how to cascade these policies into a regional context.

The requirement and terms of service for the Programme Director are as follows:

Key responsibilities:

    * Overall execution and management of the Programme, including planning, implementation and monitoring;
    * Providing leadership and guidance to Programme staff, long-term technical assistance and short-term consultants;
    * Leading and facilitating participatory processes for the preparation of annual work plans and budgets as well as progress and expenditure reports for approval by the Steering Committee and the Supervisory Board;
    * Contracting and supervising partnerships under the Programme; and preparing terms of reference for short term technical assistance;
    * Identifying implementation constraints, finding timely solutions together with partner organisations and the Programme’s technical assistance, and pro-actively proposing modifications to the programme’s strategy and work plans when required and justified;
    * Working closely with the Steering Committee and the Supervisory Board and liaising with the Embassy of Finland on Programme’s operations;
    * Administering, reporting on and being accountable to the Steering Committee for cost-efficient and transparent use of programme funds;
    * Coordinating and collaborating with national, devolved level government agencies, non-governmental organisations, civil society, the donor community and others; and,
    * Ensuring that the cross-cutting themes of gender equality, HIV/AIDS and environment are mainstreamed throughout the programme.

Qualifications and experience requested:

    * Masters degree in Economics with exposure in project planning and management, development studies, strategic management or relevant social sciences.
    * At least 10 years of relevant work experience with at least 5 years in a leadership position in programme management
    * Solid experience from internationally supported development projects; experience in project cycle management and logical framework approach;
    * Experience of working with public authorities, private sector and small-scale rural producers;
    * Proven track record in designing and implementing capacity building and learning- training interventions;
    * Professional of high standing with strong leadership and team building skills and excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;
    * Proven ability to write reports clearly and concisely.
    * Knowledge of a regional language
      of Western Kenya would be an advantage;

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Duty station: Busia

Reporting to: MoPND&V2030 and the Supervisory Board of PALWECO

Duration: Minimum of 2 years but renewable for a maximum period of up to 5 years subject to satisfactory performance.

How to apply:

Send a cover letter, your CV and the names and contact details of 3 referees in a sealed envelope to the following address:

The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Planning, National Development and Vision 2030
P. O. Box 30005-00100
Nairobi

Or hand delivered to Treasury Building, Harambee Avenue, 3rd floor Room No.303

Closing date: 17th December 2010

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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Manager, Regional Planning Research and Projects (Re-Advertised) - Lake Basin Development Authority

Manager, Regional Planning Research and Projects (Re-Advertised)

Lake Basin Development Authority is a Regional Development Authority mandated to spearhead Development within the Lake Victoria Basin and its catchment regions, with a view of “fostering sustainable economic development and empowerment of the communities.”

In view of this and as part of fulfilling our Strategic Plan 2008 - 2012, the following positions are open for application from qualified professionals.

 

Reports to Chief Manager- Planning. He or she will be responsible for:-

• Overall formulation of integrated plans, coordination and management of planning services including Research and Development; Monitoring and Evaluation and Resource Centre services.
• Design, develop and improve new and existing projects.
• Manage planning, research resources within budget and project schedules.
• Coordination of preparation and review of Organizational work plan

Requirements

Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, Natural Sciences or any social science with post-graduate qualification in Project Planning & Management, Monitoring & Evaluation or equivalent.
• A master’s degree in resource planning or Strategic planning will be an added advantage.
• Membership with relevant professional body

Relevant Experience & Skills:

• At least 5 years in senior management position, excellent planning, monitoring & evaluation skills, highly polished analytical and problem identification and solving skills.
• Must be computer literate with familiarity or has a good understanding of modern planning tools and other resource mapping processes/techniques for planning and development.
• Familiarity with national and regional planning systems, RDAs policy and Vision 2030 objectives are definite advantages.
• Coordination, management, conceptualization and report writing skills are extremely essential and good interpersonal and communication skills

Personal Attributes:

• Honesty and confidentiality, ability to work under pressure and deliver within deadlines

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their applications quoting the job reference on the envelope, accompanied by a detailed CV with three referees and day time telephone contacts, copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials, to reach the undersigned on or before Monday 6th December 2010

The Managing Director,
Lake Basin Development Authority
P.O. Box 1516-40100,
Kisumu

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Consultant (Strategic Planning Advisor and MTSIP Coordinator), Nairobi

Closing Date: Tuesday, 08 June 2010

United Nations Human Settlements Program (UN-HABITAT)

UNITED NATION HUMAN SETTLEMENTS PROGRAMME - UN-HABITAT

Closing date: 08 Jun 2010
Location: Kenya - Nairobi

ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION: UN-HABITAT
DUTY STATION: Nairobi
FUNCTIONAL TITLE: Consultant (Strategic Planning Advisor and MTSIP Coordinator)
POST DURATION: 6 months
CLOSING DATE: 8 June 2010

BACKGROUND

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-HABITAT, is the focal point for human settlements in the United Nations. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. UN-HABITAT helps the poor by transforming cities into safer, healthier, greener places with better opportunities where everyone can live with dignity.

UN-HABITAT is in the process of implementing a 6-year Medium Term Strategic and Institutional Plan (MTSIP) 2008 - 2013. The strategic goal of the plan is to support governments and their development partners to achieve more sustainable urbanization, and it aims to promote policy and institutional reform and impact at scale.

Objective of the Consultancy:

To increase the capacity of UN-Habitat in delivering MTSIP planned results effectively and efficiently.

Expected Accomplishments:

Increased culture of change in relation to the MTSIP results framework;

Strengthened roll-out, monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the Excellence in Management of the MTSIP;

Improved inter-divisional coordination in rolling out the MTSIP;

Clear leadership in the implementation of the MTSIP;

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of the Deputy Executive Director and in close cooperation with all the Divisions of UN-HABITAT, the consultant shall be responsible for the following tasks:

Support the identification and establishment of corporate strategic planning and policy priorities in line with the MTSIP, in close collaboration with the Executive Office, M&E, and all units within UN-HABITAT;

Coordination and devising processed and reporting systems for the overall implementation of the MTSIP in close collaboration with the Executive Office and relevant on-going initiatives;

Establishment and monitoring, in close coordination with the Executive Office, a schedule of implementation of short and medium-term institutional measures to improve management culture and the alignment and cohesion between the normative and operational functions of the Agency;

Establish regular contact and discussion on the implementation of the MTSIP between the newly reconstituted Focus Area Teams; and,

Provide advisory services on strategic planning and MTSIP Coordination to improve the MTSIP implementation and the projection of UN-HABITAT policy and strategic objectives.

Upon initiation of the assignment, a detailed Work Plan will be prepared in close collaboration with the Consultant and the Office of the Deputy Executive Director.

Outputs:

End of assignment report indicating the proposed strategic planning and policy priorities for UN-HABITAT;

Practical suggestions/inputs for the on-going ‘Harmonised Reporting’ assignment;

Implementation schedule for short and medium-term institutional measures in support of MTSIP Implementation;

Proposal for coordination mechanism for MTSIP Focus Area Teams;

Indicators of achievement:

Increased percentage of programmes and projects that are contributing to MTSIP focus area results

Percentage of staff reporting increased horizontal collaboration on the MTSIP implementation

Percentage of staff reporting improved knowledge and information sharing on the MTSIP implementation

Competences:

Professionalism: Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities and risks. Ability to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction. Ability to communicate clearly links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals. Demonstrated ability to provide innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development, and management of operation. Demonstrated ability to negotiate and apply good judgment 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; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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.

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Vision: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction; conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities.

Required Background: Advanced university degree in urban and/or regional planning, social sciences, architecture and related built environment sciences, or relevant;

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in increasingly responsible positions dealing with strategic planning, international/inter-governmental affairs and programme management, with a substantial part of that experience working with bilateral and/or multilateral organisations or agencies. Developing country experience as well as experience from international financial institutions is desirable.

Experience with strategic planning processes;

Experience linked to interacting with a range of local, national and international partners.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Familiarity with UN-HABITAT approaches and strategies;

Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Remuneration

See UN website http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/index.html

How to apply

Interested consultants should submit their applications in electronic format including CV in the United Nations standard form (Personal History Form P11) to:

Brenda W. Gacheru
P.O. Box 30030
Nairobi, 00100 Kenya.
Tel: (254 20) 7623496
Fax: (254 20)7625015
Room M-320

Email Address: brenda.gacheru@unhabitat.org
Fax: +254-20- 762 5015

Deadline: 8 June 2010

Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Reference Code: RW_85SM2G-34

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Consultant Vacancy (Strategic Planning Advisor and MTSIP Coordinator) -

Organizational Location: UN-HABITAT
Duty Station: Nairobi
Functional Title: Consultant (Strategic Planning Advisor and MTSIP Coordinator)

Post Duration: 6 months
Closing Date: 8 June 2010

Background
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-HABITAT, is the focal point for human settlements in the United Nations. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. UN-HABITAT helps the poor by transforming cities into safer, healthier, greener places with better opportunities where everyone can live with dignity.
UN-HABITAT is in the process of implementing a 6-year Medium Term Strategic and Institutional Plan (MTSIP) 2008 – 2013. The strategic goal of the plan is to support governments and their development partners to achieve more sustainable urbanization, and it aims to promote policy and institutional reform and impact at scale.
Objective of the Consultancy:
To increase the capacity of UN-Habitat in delivering MTSIP planned results effectively and efficiently.
Expected Accomplishments:
Increased culture of change in relation to the MTSIP results framework;
Strengthened roll-out, monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the Excellence in Management of the MTSIP;
Improved inter-divisional coordination in rolling out the MTSIP;
Clear leadership in the implementation of the MTSIP;
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the guidance of the Deputy Executive Director and in close cooperation with all the Divisions of UN-HABITAT, the consultant shall be responsible for the following tasks:
Support the identification and establishment of corporate strategic planning and policy priorities in line with the MTSIP, in close collaboration with the Executive Office, M&E, and all units within UN-HABITAT;
Coordination and devising processed and reporting systems for the overall implementation of the MTSIP in close collaboration with the Executive Office and relevant on-going initiatives;
Establishment and monitoring, in close coordination with the Executive Office, a schedule of implementation of short and medium-term institutional measures to improve management culture and the alignment and cohesion between the normative and operational functions of the Agency;
Establish regular contact and discussion on the implementation of the MTSIP between the newly reconstituted Focus Area Teams; and,
Provide advisory services on strategic planning and MTSIP Coordination to improve the MTSIP implementation and the projection of UN-HABITAT policy and strategic objectives.
Upon initiation of the assignment, a detailed Work Plan will be prepared in close collaboration with the Consultant and the Office of the Deputy Executive Director.
Outputs:
End of assignment report indicating the proposed strategic planning and policy priorities for UN-HABITAT;
Practical suggestions/inputs for the on-going ‘Harmonised Reporting’ assignment;
Implementation schedule for short and medium-term institutional measures in support of MTSIP Implementation;
Proposal for coordination mechanism for MTSIP Focus Area Teams;
Indicators of achievement:
Increased percentage of programmes and projects that are contributing to MTSIP focus area results
Percentage of staff reporting increased horizontal collaboration on the MTSIP implementation
Percentage of staff reporting improved knowledge and information sharing on the MTSIP implementation
Competences:
Professionalism: Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities and risks. Ability to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction. Ability to communicate clearly links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals. Demonstrated ability to provide innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development, and management of operation. Demonstrated ability to negotiate and apply good judgment 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; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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.
Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Vision: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction; conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities.
Required Background:
Advanced university degree in urban and/or regional planning, social sciences, architecture and related built environment sciences, or relevant;
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in increasingly responsible positions dealing with strategic planning, international/inter-governmental affairs and programme management, with a substantial part of that experience working with bilateral and/or multilateral organisations or agencies. Developing country experience as well as experience from international financial institutions is desirable.
Experience with strategic planning processes;
Experience linked to interacting with a range of local, national and international partners.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Familiarity with UN-HABITAT approaches and strategies;
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
Remuneration
See UN website http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/index.html
How to apply
Interested consultants should submit their applications in electronic format including CV in the United Nations standard form (Personal History Form P11) to:
Brenda W. Gacheru
P.O. Box 30030
Nairobi, 00100 Kenya.
Tel: (254 20) 7623496
Fax: (254 20)7625015
Room M-320
Email Address: brenda.gacheru@unhabitat.org
Fax: +254-20- 762 5015
Deadline: 8 June 2010
Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Job Senior Human Settlements Officer (Urban Planning)

Closing Date: Friday, 18 June 2010

Senior Human Settlements Officer (Urban Planning), P-5
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:	18 Jun 2010
DATE OF ISSUANCE:	19 Apr 2010
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:	United Nations Human Settlement Programme
DUTY STATION:	Nairobi
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:	10-PGM-UN-HABITAT-423883-R-NAIROBI

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.

Remuneration Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-HABITAT, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The post is located in the Urban Design and Planning Services Unit, Global Division. Under the general supervision of the Director, the incumbent's duties will be: 1) Provide direction, management and coordination of the implementation of work programme activities of the Urban Design and Planning Services Unit by:a) identifying strategic interventions; b) overseeing the development and review of programme and project documents; c) planning and ensuring the work programme and programmed activities are undertaken efficiently; d)coordinating diverse projects in the Unit, and in liaison with other divisions/sections of the organization, other UN bodies, donors, and partners.2) Provide policy guidance to Programme Directors on the mainstreaming of planning and design principles in all organizational work by:a) playing a lead role in tools development and application in the framework of the Enhanced Normative and Operational Framework (ENOF) of Medium Term Strategic and Institutional Plan (MTSIP) in the area participatory planning and urban design; b) Overseeing in liaison with other Branches/Sections the organization and delivery of policy reviews, expert group meetings, and other technical meetings on sustainable urban development; c) Overseeing the implementation, monitoring and review of pilot projects, and the documentation of lessons of experience with a view to stimulating debates and exchanges on new frontiers on planning and design for sustainable urban development; d) Providing substantive input in the preparation of position papers and reports in the implementation of Focus Area 2 of the MTSIP for presentation to the Committee of Permanent Representatives and Governing Council.(3) Contribute to capacity building for sustainable urbanization in the area of urban planning and design by: a) Overseeing in collaboration with the Training and Capacity Building Branch the development and delivery of capacity building programmes including Training modules to Habitat Agenda partners;b) Publishing and disseminating to Habitat Agenda partners tailor made materials on capacity building; c) Organizing capacity building workshops for urban managers, urban planners, mayors and other stakeholders; d) Contributing to the review of University teaching curriculum to include urban sustainability.(4) Carry out programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Unit by: a) Preparation of budgets; b) Assigning and monitoring of performance parameters and critical indicators; c) Reporting on budget/programme performance, preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting; d) Evaluation of staff performance (PAS); e) Recruitment of staff for the Unit; f) Foster teamwork and communication among staff in the Unit and across organizational boundaries; g) Represent the Organization at inter-agency meetings, seminars, etc. on substantive-related issue5) Participate in international, regional or national meetings and provide programmatic/substantive expertise.

Competencies Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter in urban planning and design; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges.Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; places team agenda before personal agenda; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.Planning and 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.Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; drives for change and improvement; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.Vision: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the Organization's strategy and the work unit's goals; generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Town and Regional Planning, Architecture, Urban Design or Geography (Geographic Information System and Remote Sensing) and Management or other related fields. A first-level university degree with a combination of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Work Experience A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in the area of urban planning, environmental planning, Geographic Information Systems mapping for urban sustainability or local government capacity building and management or other related fields.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French/Spanish/Arabic is an advantage.

Other Skills

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit the application, if necessary. To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password. After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications. In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reports to the relevant HRO/PO via fax. E-mail: Recruitment@unon.org, Fax: 254-20-762-4212 Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying.