Deadline of this Job: 27 January 2023
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Good knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; Good judgement in the context of assignments given; shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits inputs 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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Successful passing of the Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) in English at the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ), Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Economic and Social Commission for Eastern Asia (ESCWA), United Nations Office at Geneva.
Work Experience
• A minimum of one (1) year of progressive responsible experience in driving is required.
• Experience in Kenya Government motor vehicle related processes and procedures is desirable.
• Experience in applying the Kenya Highway Code is desirable.
Languages
• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Good knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; Good judgement in the context of assignments given; shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits inputs 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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Successful passing of the Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) in English at the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ), Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Economic and Social Commission for Eastern Asia (ESCWA), United Nations Office at Geneva.
Work Experience
• A minimum of one (1) year of progressive responsible experience in driving is required.
• Experience in Kenya Government motor vehicle related processes and procedures is desirable.
• Experience in applying the Kenya Highway Code is desirable.
Languages
• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Deadline of this Job: 08 January 2023
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Programme Director, the Administrative and Procurement Officer will be responsible in provision of Administrative and procurement support to the SOS Children’s Village Programme.
S/he ensures that the SOS Children’s Village project complies with established policies and procedures, and guides the development of the administrative function ensuring that organisational objectives are supported and remain relevant.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities
Support effective financial resources use and ensure procurement processes are adhered to
• Gives support to the programme accountant in ensuring proper financial management of the SOS Children’s Village and adherence to the financial and administrative regulations of SOS Children’s Villages Kenya and SOS-Kinderdorf International.
• Participates in the preparation of the annual plans and budget of the SOS Children’s Village Programme and ensures the budget is not exceeded.
• Maintain and continuously update lists of prequalified suppliers, contractors and consultants in various specific categories of goods, works or services according to the procurement needs of SOS CVK at location level
• Prepare SOS Children’s Villages Meru Procurement Plans in liaison with the user departments.
• Prepare Local Purchase Orders, Local Service Orders and Contract Agreements.
• Outsource for quotations from suppliers as per the threshold in reference to the procurement manual.
• Coordinate receipt and inspection of delivered item ensuring the quality and given specifications are met.
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Job Summary:
Reporting to the Programme Director, the Administrative and Procurement Officer will be responsible in provision of Administrative and procurement support to the SOS Children’s Village Programme.
S/he ensures that the SOS Children’s Village project complies with established policies and procedures, and guides the development of the administrative function ensuring that organisational objectives are supported and remain relevant.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities
Support effective financial resources use and ensure procurement processes are adhered to
• Gives support to the programme accountant in ensuring proper financial management of the SOS Children’s Village and adherence to the financial and administrative regulations of SOS Children’s Villages Kenya and SOS-Kinderdorf International.
• Participates in the preparation of the annual plans and budget of the SOS Children’s Village Programme and ensures the budget is not exceeded.
• Maintain and continuously update lists of prequalified suppliers, contractors and consultants in various specific categories of goods, works or services according to the procurement needs of SOS CVK at location level
• Prepare SOS Children’s Villages Meru Procurement Plans in liaison with the user departments.
• Prepare Local Purchase Orders, Local Service Orders and Contract Agreements.
• Outsource for quotations from suppliers as per the threshold in reference to the procurement manual.
• Coordinate receipt and inspection of delivered item ensuring the quality and given specifications are met.
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