Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.Desired Candidate Profile The incumbent must have substantial experience in working for/with various government ministries, partners and private sector.
Demonstrated experience in policy work and field programming related to economic inclusion and/or social protection and labour programmes including direct experience with humanitarian, development and government actors would be a plus.
S/he must have proven knowledge and technical skills in set up, design, implementation and monitoring of economic and/or social protection programmes and have excellent networking, communication and drafting skills.
Having already a strong network, in particular with the private sector would be an advantage.
S/he should be flexible, energetic, results-oriented, political savvy and keen on creating new opportunities for the organization.Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level): ,,Desired languages,,Operational contextOccupational Safety and Health Considerations:Nature of Position:UNHCR Kakuma covers the Kakuma refugee camp and Kalobeyei integrated settlement, hosting some 301,407 refugees from 25 different nationalities.
The Government of Kenya, in line with the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) and its Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework (CRRF), in collaboration with its partners has taken concrete steps through number of initiatives to improve the socioeconomic conditions and inclusion for refugees, and support building resilience of host communities.
These include enactment of Refugees Act of 2021, Refugee Regulations, and importantly the Shirika Plan (one of the pioneering innovative approaches globally for Refugees' inclusion) and its building blocks of GISEDP and KISEDP in line with the County Integrated Development Plans (CIDPs), the Kenya's Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), its Medium-Term Plan (MTP, 2023-2207), and Vision 2030.The Assistant Livelihoods and Economic Inclusion Officer is based in UNHCR Sub Office Kakuma, typically reporting to the Snr Operations Officer and with an overall supervision from the Kakuma Head of Sub-Office.
The incumbent will supervise a local staff, Senior Livelihoods and Economic Inclusion Assistant.The Assistant Livelihoods and Economic Inclusion Officer will provide programmatic guidance and support with regard to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the livelihood's strategy and related programmes.
The incumbent will work in line with the overall UNHCR directions which crucially require working with partners, including with persons of concern, governmental institutions, UN sister agencies, humanitarian and development actors and the private sector.
He / She is expected to carry the overall management of livelihood programmes, including designing, and applying specific programme methodologies, implementation approaches and ensuring the attainment of livelihood programme objectives, in accordance with the overall livelihoods strategy and private sector development principles.
Additionally, he / she will be expected to guide and monitor the on-going livelihood activities/programmes for refugees in line with UNHCR policies, mainstreaming gender, age and diversity- in order to ensure their timely, and effective implementation.Living and Working Conditions:Kenya is an open country that enjoys social stability resulting from the smooth functioning of state institutions.
Kenya is also provided with a good level of infrastructure (e.g.
roads, distribution of water, electricity, etc.)
and a popular tourist destination.
The current Security Level in the capital and in SRM Area 1A: Northern Rift Valley (Kakuma, Lodwar) is Moderate -3.
All United Nations personnel must scrupulously comply with UNDSS procedures and recommendations during their assignment to Kakuma, Kenya.
Thefts and burglary are the main incidents against UN personnel.Kakuma city is a non-family duty station with a hardship classified D, its living conditions are difficult, but the social climate is calm.
The weather is hot, dry and sunny hence no heavy clothes would be recommended.
Windy storms are common during the months of December and more pronounced in January till March.Staff live in UNHCR-provided accommodation, which was constructed in 2001, the condition of these houses has improved with time as renovations and painting has been carried out in the past.
The accommodation facilities are generally acceptable condition with minimal standard.
The incumbent will be briefed deeply on conditions of accommodations, laundry, meals, communications, air and road transports, recreations, and others relevant information.
However, staff members are charged rental fee predetermined by the organization paid upfront on monthly basis.The currency used in Kenya is Kenyan Shilling (KES).
It is also possible to withdraw cash from automatic telling machines found in all banks here in Kakuma.
There are limited banking facilities at Kakuma with two banks (Equity & Kenya Commercial Bank having branches locallyInternet and communications networks are available at the compound with fairly speed.
the mobile telephone network remains stable with 3G.Climatic conditions are relatively harsh, and despite fumigation of the compound, insects and even snakes are present in the environment on seasonal climate changes.UNHCR has established satellite level 1 JMS medical clinic in the compound following COVID-19 situation readily available 24/7 hours, there is also Kakuma Mission Hospital where a doctor/Surgeon is deployed and paid for by UNHCR provide assistance to refugees, but special arrangements can be made during emergencies for staff members.
There are also some pharmacies within Kakuma with basic medical facilities.
Evacuation opportunities are limited.
Candidates with conditions requiring regular treatment or medical supervision should be appropriately advised.
The yellow fever vaccine is compulsory and vaccination cards should be updated.
Vaccinations against Meningococcal Meningitis and Hepatitis A and B are also recommended.
The basic drugs are available in pharmacies, but it is recommended to bring specific prescription drugs.Additional QualificationsCO-Drafting and Documentation, LV-Strategic Planning and Advocacy for Refugee Socioeconomic Rights, MG-Project Management, SO-NetworkingBachelor of Arts (BA): Business Administration/Management, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Economics, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Financial Management, Bachelor of Arts (BA): International Economics, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Rural Development, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Socio-Economic DevelopmentCompetenciesAccountability, Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Empowering & building trust, Judgement & decision making, Managing resource, Organizational awareness, Planning & organizing, Stakeholder management, Teamwork & collaborationUNHCR Salary CalculatorCompendium Additional InformationFunctional clearanceThis position requires Functional Clearance