Current Openings at United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)

Responsibilities

• Works closely with main client office Development Coordination Office at HQ on a regular basis on all entitlements and benefits related matters for the client population.
• Develops and implements new human resources policies, practices and procedures to meet the evolving needs of the Organization.
• Monitors and ensures the implementation of human resources policies, practices and procedures.
• Keeps abreast of developments in various areas of human resources.
• Prepares reports and participates and/or leads special human resources projects.
• Plans, organizes, manages and supervises the work of the team assigned, including client service centre activities. Administration of entitlements
• Lead HR Officer for entitlements and benefits administration for staff members in Resident Coordinator Offices within the Resident Coordinator System globally.
• Advises the Chief, Staff Benefits and Entitlements Section on the development, modification and implementation of United Nations policies and practices on entitlements.
• Provides advice on interpretation and application of policies, regulations and rules. Reviews and provides advice on exceptions to policies, regulations and rules.
• Represents the office in joint bodies and working groups relating to salaries and other conditions of service. Other duties
• Advises and counsels staff in respect of rights, responsibilities, code of conduct and difficulties associated with work and entitlements.
• Monitors staff welfare and identifies/proposes appropriate programmes and remedial action.
• Monitors, advises and acts on disciplinary matters in accordance with established policies and procedures. Mediates conflict, grievance and harassment cases.
• Supervises and monitors the work of the junior human resources officers in undertaking the full range of human resource management activities.
• Performs other relevant duties as assigned.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, education or related field is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administrative services or related area, is required.
• Experience in administering entitlements and benefits for clients working in development coordination in different geographical locations is required.
• Experience in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems in international work settings is required.
• Experience in change management is desirable.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience in leading a team or unit is desirable.

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Responsibilities

• Within delegated authority, the Fire Safety Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:
• Conducts daily briefings and assign officers to various functions or posts.
• Supervises staff and carries out inspections to ensure that officers on duty are discharging their functions appropriately.
• Assists in the inspection and testing of firefighting equipment, hydrants, hose reels, foam inlets, and portable extinguishers.
• Examines routine reports prepared by subordinates and certify their accuracy.
• Assigns cases to investigators, recommending action to be taken; directs sensitive and/or complex investigations.
• Ensure that used fire extinguishers are recharged, that all exits and emergency exits are not blocked or obstructed by regularly inspecting all emergency exits, and that aisles, walkways, and other passageways are clear at all times.
• Makes recommendations to the supervising officer on operational matters.
• Briefs officers under command of possible security threats and related operational plans.
• Assumes control of specific areas as assigned during periods of heightened security.
• Counsels, coaches and mentors' officers under command.
• Provides input for the performance evaluation of security personnel under command.
• Prepares written reports of all unusual incidents.
• Makes recommendations on basic security operation.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent is required. Additional training in security or military is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

• Technical or professional certification in fire and rescue, hazardous materials, fire medical assistance and response team management is required.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in all areas of the security operation within the UN Security Service, including investigation, physical security, personal protection, strategic and operational planning, fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical and hazardous material response, video imaging badge systems and methods of instruction or related area is required.
• The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three (3) years for candidates who possess a first level University degree.
• General knowledge of procedures and regulations for fire-fighting operations is required.
• One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is required. Knowledge in preparation of fire safety and evacuation plan for the UN or international setup is desirable.