Jobs
>
Nairobi

    Natural Resource Management Coordinator at - Nairobi, Kenya - Food and Agriculture Organization

    Food and Agriculture Organization
    Food and Agriculture Organization Nairobi, Kenya

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 5 days ago

    Default job background
    Full time
    Description

    The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is an agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.

    Tasks and responsibilities

    As the GEF Focal Point:
    Co-leads the Governance of Natural Resource Sub-programme in FAO Kenya providing technical and administrative guidance.

    Facilitate development of NRM portfolio as stipulated in the FAO Kenya Country Programme Framework (CPF) through partnership and resource mobilization.

    As GEF Focal Point, provide leadership in identification, designing and implementation of GEF-funded programmes in collaboration with relevant national and county institutions to ensure alignment with government policies and priorities.

    Develop and supervise implementation of Letters of Agreements (LoAs) for NRM programme implementation.
    Ensure projects comply with Environmental and Social Safeguards as well as gender policy.
    Develop participatory Monitoring and Evaluation framework for all NRM programmes in line with CPF.
    Prepare of periodic technical and financial progress reports (quarterly, semi-annual, annual) and ensure that the technical reports produced by project staff, consultants or the executing agencies meet the required standards of FAO/Donor

    Liaise with GEF agencies to ensure synergies and coordination on relevant projects to maximize opportunities under the GEF Replenishment cycles.

    Support knowledge-sharing and coordination with national, regional, and international organizations including UNEP, UNDP, ICRAF, IUCN, CIFOR etc.

    Represent FAO in policy and technical forums and focal point for Multilateral Environmental Agreements (CBD, UNCCD and UNFCCC) etc.

    Support UN-wide approaches to climate change and promote FAO's role, including policy and programmatic initiatives, ensuring consistency and integration with regional and global approaches, methodologies, and strategies (UNDAF, REDD+)
    Develop of a participatory Monitoring and Evaluation framework for NRM projects


    As FFF Facilitator:


    Under technical backstopping from the Forest and Farm Facility (FFF) Manager through the Country coach, the FFF facilitator will be expected to lead the FFF programme implementation in Country Kenya in close collaboration with the (KFS, FFSPAK, and KENAFF).

    In particular, the National FFF facilitator will be expected to undertake the following activities:

    Facilitate the FFF national programme management in coordination with key implementing partners.
    Facilitate the development of in-country programme framework and annual work plans with the direct FFF partners.

    Prepare and monitor the FFF country budget in line with the annual work plan and with support of the relevant in-country FAO officers.

    Foster linkages, networks partnerships and synergies with ongoing national and regional programmes from FAO and other core FFF partners (IIED, IUCN, AgriCord), as well as with other partners related to producer organizations, support to improving livelihoods of rural people, climate resilient landscape management and natural resource management with a special focus on the important role of women.

    These synergies will be clearly showed in the FFF workplan.

    Prepare monthly and annual reports (including images – with captions and photo credits, press releases, radio programmes and other comms activities) to the FFF management team and national stakeholders on implementation progress, monitoring and learning experience.

    In consultation with key stakeholders, identify potential implementation partners and prepare in-country Letter of Agreements (LoAs), and follow up on implementation and monitoring, using the FFF-LoA package based on FAO standards.

    Pilot the new financing modality – Direct Beneficiary Grant (DBG) with forest and farm producer groups

    Comply with the administrative procedures of FFF, including those related to updating its monitoring system FORIS with all country LoAs, their progress on reporting and payments.

    Participate in national, regional, and global FFF events and other policy platforms relevant to FFF implementation.

    Promote use of best practices generated and documented from quarterly and other periodic service provider reports, analysis of monitoring and evaluation reports, donors and stakeholder reviews, ensuring that lessons feed into policy formulation and implementation processes.

    As AFR100 Focal Point


    Under the African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative (AFR100) project on 'Achieving AFR100 with forest and farm producers' with objective to provide direct financial and technical support to local communities, indigenous peoples, forest and farm producer organizations (FFPOs) and micro-,small and medium size enterprises (MSMEs) to scale up locally driven restoration action and to create related new or improved value-added businesses and income opportunities, particularly at local community level with a strong focus on women and youth.

    , the NRM coordinator will carry out the following tasks and responsibilities:

    Lead the national planning, coordination and facilitation of implementation of the AFR100 project in close collaboration with technical experts from the FLRM and FFF and provide technical guidance across the four components to the national project teams and their partners.

    Prepare and monitor annual work plans and budget of the overall project, based on proposed national work plans and budgets in line with global project document and adhere to approval processes in line with FAO.

    Ensure effective liaison and maintain good communication with regional and global partners such as AFR100 Secretariat, NEPAD, GIZ, WRI and other stakeholders.

    Maintain records, with support of the administrative assistant, on technical and financial aspects of project operation, including monitoring of project activities and their outcomes, as well as minutes, decisions and recommendations of meetings and workshops for support and guidance of PSC members and FAO.

    Organize PSC meetings, national workshops and other activities with the guidance of the PSC and technical teams of FAO including workshops for sharing knowledge and experiences in thematic areas in accordance with work plans.

    Prepare timely and quality updates, project progress and final reports for submission to FAO and donor (in accordance with reporting procedures).

    Synthesize successful results and prepare and contribute to disseminate reports and guidance on best practices and approaches and incentive mechanisms for their wider replication and use.

    Any other AFR related tasks, as needed.


    CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
    Minimum Requirements

    Master's Degree in natural resources management, forestry, agriculture, social and/or political science, international relations, or another relevant field to the Terms-of-Reference.

    Over 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience, including development, management and / or evaluation of NRM projects.
    Working knowledge of English and Kiswahili
    National of Kenya

    FAO Core Competencies

    Results Focus
    Teamwork
    Communication
    Building Effective Relationships
    Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

    Technical/Functional Skills

    Familiarity with UN multilateral agreements (UNCBD, UNCCD, UNFCC) SDGs and other related frameworks
    Expertise in proposal development and resource mobilisation
    Experience in administrative and financial management of field projects and its monitoring processes
    Knowledge in providing technical advice and support on social forest and producer organizations issues.
    Understanding of UN working system and work experience with FAO will be n added advantage.
    Skills in conducting gender analyses, advocating and mainstreaming gender equality.
    Proficient writing, presentation, and communication skills.
  • National Drought Management Authority

    Deputy Director, Drought Management Coordination

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 4 days ago

    National Drought Management Authority Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) is a public body established by the National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) Act, 2016. It previously operated under the State Corporations Act (Cap 446) of the Laws of Kenya by Legal Notice Number 171 of November 24, 2011. The ...

  • National Drought Management Authority

    Drought Management Coordination Officer II

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 4 days ago

    National Drought Management Authority Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) is a public body established by the National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) Act, 2016. It previously operated under the State Corporations Act (Cap 446) of the Laws of Kenya by Legal Notice Number 171 of November 24, 2011. The ...

  • ONE CONKLIN LLC

    Remote part-time work Men only

    3 weeks ago

    ONE CONKLIN LLC Verified Company Nairobi, Kenya Remote job with geographical restriction Part time KSh100,000 - KSh600,000 per month

    job description: · Sales assistants are important members of the sales team and are responsible for assisting sales managers and sales representatives in completing daily sales tasks. · You will process sales orders, follow up on customer information, prepare sales reports, etc., ...

  • Azure Resort

    Hospitality (4 positions)

    5 days ago

    Azure Resort Verified Company Nairobi, Kenya

    Responsibilities: · Greet guests warmly upon arrival and escort them to their tables, ensuring a positive first impression. · Present menus and provide detailed explanations of menu items, highlighting specials and recommendations. · Take accurate food and beverage orders from gu ...

  • Cooperazione Internazionale

    East Africa

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 6 days ago

    Cooperazione Internazionale Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Since 2020, COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale has established the East Africa Regional office based in Nairobi with the purpose to monitor and support 5 country missions within the region: Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, Sudan and Malawi. The East Africa regional office is part of the ...

  • Kenya Airways

    Administrative Assistant

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 2 days ago

    Kenya Airways Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Kenya Airways, the leading African airline flying to more African destinations than any other carrier, takes pride in being at the forefront of connecting Africa to the world and the World to Africa through its hub Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. · Summary · The cand ...

  • Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Limited

    Chief Administration Officer at

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 1 day ago

    Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Limited Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The Kenya Pipeline Company Limited is a State Corporation established on 6th September, 1973 under the Companies Act (CAP 486) of the Laws of Kenya and started commercial operations in 1978. The Company is 100% owned by the Government and complies with the provisions of the State ...

  • ACTED

    REACH Research Manager at

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 3 days ago

    ACTED Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ACTED is a French humanitarian NGO, founded in 1993, which supports vulnerable populations, affected by humanitarian crises worldwide. ACTED provides continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term cha ...

  • Equality Now

    Africa Gender Equality Moot Court Competition Coordinator at

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 1 day ago

    Equality Now Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Equality Now is a non-governmental organization founded in 1992 whose purpose is to, in its own words, work "for the protection and promotion of the human rights of women and girls around the world". · AGEMCC Coordinator Scope of Work · The AGEMCC Coordinator will lead the day-to ...

  • Global Communities

    Senior Program Officer, Africa

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 3 days ago

    Global Communities Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Global Communities is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live ...

  • Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

    Project Coordinator

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 1 day ago

    Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers ass ...

  • Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation

    Assistant Director, Research

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 3 days ago

    Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    KDIC is a statutory institution established under the Kenya Deposit Insurance Act, 2012 (KDI Act, The Corporation is mandated to provide a deposit insurance scheme for customers of member institutions, to provide incentives for sound risk management and generally promote the stab ...

  • UN-Habitat

    Cities and Climate Change Expert, International Cooperation at

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 1 day ago

    UN-Habitat Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. · Responsibiliti ...

  • Kenya National Examination Council

    Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Development

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 6 days ago

    Kenya National Examination Council Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · The Kenya National Examinations Council (also referred to as KNEC or the Council) was established in 1980 under the Kenya National Examinations Council Act Cap 225A of the Laws of Kenya. This Act (Cap 225A of 1980) was repealed in 2012 and replaced with KNEC A ...

  • Stratostaff

    Team Coordinator, Public Affairs and Communications at

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 2 days ago

    Stratostaff Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    At Stratostaff we design, implement and manage workforce solutions for large, specialized or routine staff complements giving you the opportunity to focus on your core business. · Profile Introduction · Our client one of the INGO seeks to bring on board a Team coordinator who wi ...

  • Kenya Airways

    Supplies Coordinator

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 2 days ago

    Kenya Airways Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · Kenya Airways is the Africa's Leading Airline-Business in the World. · JOB SUMMARY · Qualification (Minimum) Degree in Supply Chain management/Logistics/Business management/Commerce OR Diploma Supply Chain Management/ Logistics/Business Management and 5 years' ...

  • Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation

    Strategy & Planning Officer at

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 4 days ago

    Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    KDIC is a statutory institution established under the Kenya Deposit Insurance Act, 2012 (KDI Act, The Corporation is mandated to provide a deposit insurance scheme for customers of member institutions, to provide incentives for sound risk management and generally promote the stab ...

  • Kenya Bureau of Standards

    Assistant Manager, Quality Assurance at

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 3 days ago

    Kenya Bureau of Standards Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has remained the premier government agency for the provision of Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) services since its inception in 1974. · Job Purpose · Coordinates and is accountable for implementation of conformity assessm ...

  • Solutech Limited

    Technical Project Assistant at

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 3 days ago

    Solutech Limited Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Solutech Limited is an Innovative Custom Software Solutions provider based in Nairobi,Kenya comprised of brilliant Software developers with vast experience in building Technology Solutions for business. With our tagline Technology empowering business we partner with businesses to ...

  • International Organization for Migration

    Mobile Team Officer

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 1 day ago

    International Organization for Migration Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. · With 162 member states, a further 9 states holding observer status and off ...