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This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government implements the project,‘Transcending Foundations of Peace and Security for Inclusive and Sustainable Development in Kenya’. The Programme outputs focuses on the following areas: 1) Policies, legal and regulatory frameworks for peacebuilding, conflict prevention, cohesion, community security and prevention of violent extremism (PVE) formulated, reviewed and implemented at national and county levels; 2) Capacities for peace architecture at national and county levels for sustainable peace, inclusion, cohesion, integration, community security and PVE strengthened and coordinated; 3) Inclusion and participation of youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs), Women and other marginalized groups in peace and security interventions strengthened; and 4) Collaborative partnerships to prevent incidences of violence at community, county and national levels strengthened.

The Programme objective is to address immediate and underlying drivers of conflict, including poverty and inequality, youth unemployment and vulnerability, exploitation of ethnic difference, inequitable distribution of scarce environmental goods, environmental degradation and adverse effects of climate change, socioeconomic exclusion and marginalization, limited engagement of women in conflict transformation, and proliferation of small arms. The Programme will strengthen partnership with state and non-state actors, learning institutions and innovators, private sector, United Nations agencies, development partners and regional organisations. The Programme has strategic alignment to national development priorities as outlined in Kenya Vision 2030, the Medium-Term Plan (MTP) III, and the Big Four Government development agenda. Also aligned to the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) / United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and Country

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Programme Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Project Officer will:

• Assist the programme team in matters concerning the design, execution, monitoring and evaluation of Peace Building, Prevention of Violent Extremism and cross border related interventions. • Assist in ensuring a close working relationship with Implementing partners. • Assist in organizing of activities of the programme at national and County levels. • Coordinating the necessary backup support to cluster coordinators and field monitors for proper execution of activities. • Maintaining up to date database and reports on peace building and small arms control. • Furnish the Programme team on the administrative updates of the programme implementation.
• Support preparation and implementation of the programme Workplan focusing on achievement of results. • Proper control of supporting documents for request and payment of programme activities. • Provision of technical and logistical support to missions, meetings and workshops of the programme. • Act upon and follow up on pipeline assignment with partner agencies particularly in timely submission of documents. • Preparing proposals for funding in support of peace building, PVE and cross border initiatives. • Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

As an active UNDP team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UNDP and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:

o Mechanism for local coordination and assessments in place. o Information management mechanisms established and training of actors o A work schedule and collaborative mechanism with Implementing partners developed and operational. o Contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice increased. o Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment o A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Communication, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

programme implementation in the field of Peace Building, Prevention of Violent Extremism and cross border related interventions. • Working in the UN is an added advantage. • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills. • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;

Nairobi is a modern metropolitan city where most basic goods and services are available locally at reasonable cost. The city is at a high altitude, with sunny days and cooler nights. There is a short rainy season before Christmas, and longer rains fall from March to May. November to February is generally warm. No need for central heating, however warm clothes are necessary during the rainy season. There are several transportation options in Nairobi, including taxis, buses, mini-buses, and mobile applications for transport. Public healthcare in Nairobi is generally subpar, but there are private healthcare options that are of better quality. The city is widely connected through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and the smaller Wilson Airport. Air transport is also available to many up country destinations. The city is home to some 3,000 UN personnel mainly attributed to the fact that it serves as the headquarters for both UN HABITAT and UNEP, and as the UN Regional Hub for the East and Horn of Africa region. Security is an issue in Nairobi, with incidents of car-jacking and theft not uncommon. Safety and security in Nairobi varies depending on different neighborhoods, and it is important to become familiarized with safety recommendations for the city. Telecommunication system in Nairobi is generally sufficient. Internet access is generally reliable. There are fairly frequent power cuts, however most of the shared compounds have generators. Water supply can also be an issue as Kenya often experiences drought. In these situations experts may need to supplement their water supply by buying in water tankers. Kenyans are wonderfully friendly and tolerant to visitors. English is the first language spoken here, though most Kenyans are trilingual, using tribal languages and Kiswahili.

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