Programme and Communications Assistant at UN Volunteers

• The primary and overarching objective of United Nations Development Programme in Kenya is the eradication of poverty in the context of sustainable development, including the pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals, and promotion of United Nations fundamental principles. A core dimension to the work of UNDP in Kenya is on Democratic Governance given the national focus on governance reforms. UNDP supports the country’s efforts towards achieving the Vision 2030 Political Pillar, which envisions a democratic system that is issue-based, people-centered, results oriented and accountable to the public. This Political Pillar gears to transform the country’s political governance across five strategic areas; The Rule of Law, Electoral and Political Processes, Democracy and Public Service Delivery, Transparency and Accountability, Security Peace Building and Conflict Management. These strategic areas are anchored in the Constitution, promulgated in August 2010 marking a major milestone in the democratic journey of Kenya and set a new threshold in terms of people-centred development.

Task description

• Under the direct supervision of the UNV Country Coordinator and the overall supervision of the UNV ESARO Regional Portfolio Specialist, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Volunteer Management Support: Support the UNV Country coordinator in liaising with all UN agencies in the country to ensure an understanding of the nature of UN Volunteer assignments, UNV rules, and procedures; Act upon and follow up on requests with partner agencies, and collaborate in the preparation of assignment descriptions; Provide advisory support to serving UN Volunteers on the Conditions of Service during their assignments; Provide support to the UNV Field Unit in the arrangement of UNV activities and events; Facilitate mentoring of UN Volunteers with a focus on UN Youth Volunteers. Communications: Act as the Focal Point (FP) for UNV communications, in liaison with the UNV ESARO Communications Officer; Extend under supervision of the UNV ESARO Regional Portfolio Specialist continued support to national/regional volunteerism coordinating bodies, and the National Volunteerism Policy implementation processes; Produce and disseminate UNV Kenya communications and informational materials; Act as FP within UNDP CO and other UN Agencies for preparation and dissemination of UNV promotional and information materials and publicity; Ensure proper informational representation of UNV in international and national mass media, at web resources and social networks, volunteer and other networks, i.e. UNV online platforms, etc.; Expand and maintain UNV Kenya picture and information libraries; Maintain publications, collect and draft content and update UNV Kenya Social Media Undertake any other tasks assigned.

Requirements

Required experience

• 3 years of experience in communications and administration; Experience in working with volunteer initiatives is a strong advantage; Excellent communications and organizational skills; Professional writing and reporting skills; Advanced computer user with specific focus on MS Office, presentation and publishing software, Internet, and social media (Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, website maintenance); Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili; Knowledge of additional UN language is considered an asset. Knowledge of office software, e.g. Microsoft Office; Adobe Suite, and other graphic design and editing softwares is an asset.

Required education level

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in management, administration, communications, international relations, social studies or other related fields.

Competencies and values

• Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams