Communications, Outreach and Engagement Team Assistant

4 weeks ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Center for International Forestry Research Full time


Job Description

Description

–>

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today's most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Team Support: Assist the COE Director for the smooth functioning of the COE team.
  • Procurement Oversight: Manage procurement processes, billing, and vendor contracts.
  • Financial Management: Maintain petty cash, prepare monthly financial reports, and track budgets.
  • Consultant Coordination: Update the consultants' roster, coordinate contracts, and process invoices.
  • Travel Coordination: Handle business-related travel for COE HQ unit staff.
  • License and Contract Management: Maintain schedules, ensure timely renewals, and address issues.
  • Meeting Organization: Schedule team and focal point meetings, ensuring smooth coordination.
  • Follow-Up Expert: Monitor participation, distribute materials, and ensure action points are addressed.
  • Administrative Liaison: Collaborate with operations and support units to solve administrative issues.
  • Email Management: Monitor and distribute emails received through the CIFOR-ICRAF general email address.
  • Inventory Management: Keep records of publications and marketing products available in stock.
  • Asset Disposal: Arrange for the disposal of obsolete items during annual exercises led by the Operations Unit.

Requirements:

  • Education: Relevant university degree or equivalent qualifications and experience.
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of professional experience in an international working environment.
  • Tech Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Education, knowledge and experience:

  • Education: Relevant university degree or equivalent qualifications and experience.
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of professional experience in an international working environment.
  • Tech Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Source:



Recommend your friend

–>


To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover/motivation letter where ) you saw this job posting.



  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Corporate Staffing Services Full time

    HIAS is the global Jewish nonprofit organization that protects refugees—including women and children, and ethnic, religious, and sexual minorities—whose lives are in danger for being who they are.Position SummaryHIAS works with communities' natural systems to optimize support for Persons with Specific Needs (PSNs). This approach enables HIAS to meet the...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Corporate Staffing Services Full time

    NGO governmental jobs in Kenya. Position Summary:HIAS works with communities' natural systems to optimize support for Persons with Specific Needs (PSNs). This approach enables HIAS to meet the safety, psychosocial, economic, and justice needs of PSNs and facilitate their access to appropriate care. HIAS seeks to recruit a Community Outreach Worker who will...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Corporate Staffing Services Full time

    NGO job opportunities in Kenya. HIAS is the global Jewish nonprofit organization that protects refugees—including women and children, and ethnic, religious, and sexual minorities—whose lives are in danger for being who they are.Read>>How To Write A Good CV: Tips To Help You Stand OutPosition SummaryHIAS works with communities' natural systems to optimize...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Leading company in Non-profit, social work Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYTiny Totos is a Kenyan social enterprise which has been working since 2014 to improve informal daycares in slums.We do this by partnering with private, informal daycare entrepreneuers and delivering training and investment designed to upgrade standards, foster business sustainability, and deliver improved care to children.​We build on and...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Micato Safaris Full time

    For every guest who travels with us, we send a child to school. Just another reason to travel with the nine-time #1 World's Best Safari Outfitter (Travel + Leisure). Travel+Leisure wrote that Micato treats guests like "well-loved, out-of-town relatives."Job Overview.Reporting to the Senior Administrative Manager, The Community Liaison and Outreach Senior...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology Full time

    Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) is situated Bondo Town within Siaya County on Bondo Usenge Road. JOOUST is the successor of Bondo University College (BUC) which was established by the Government of Kenya as a Constituent College of Maseno University through a Legal Order No. 56 of 11th May 2009.REF NO:UBJ/COMM...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Communications Authority of Kenya Full time

    The Communications Authority of Kenya is the regulatory authority for the communications sector in Kenya. Established in 1999 by the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998, the Authority is responsible for facilitating the development of the Information and Communications sectors including; broadcasting, multimedia, telecommunications, electronic...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya The Center for International Health, Education and Biosecurity (CIHEB) Full time

    Ciheb is an international health, education, and research center founded by the Institute of Human Virology within the University of Maryland, Baltimore's School of Medicine. The center is comprised of a network of international experts who work with local stakeholders to combat infectious and non-communicable diseases in resource-limited regions of the...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Zuhura Solutions Full time

    Zuhura Solutions is a social impact company based in Nairobi-Kenya, dedicated to harnessing the power of renewable energy and innovative technology to inspire sustainable food systems and healthier communities. We operate at the intersection of food and clean energy access.The Role:Are you a creative and driven marketer in the making? We're looking for a...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Farsight Africa Group Full time

    Founded in 2010, Farsight Africa Group is a leading full-service Pan-African communications company that delivers impactful solutions to companies, governments, development organisations and individuals across East Africa.Job Summary:The Communication Officer will be responsible for leading initiatives to raise awareness on critical themes and topics within...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme UNEP Full time

    Duties and Responsibilities Design the Communication and Outreach Strategy COS for the Source to Sea project and key areas of work, in close consultation with the other colleagues in the Branch, Communications Division, project partners and other relevant stakeholders, including its 'First Year Implementation Plan', and two annexes one for the Global...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Full time

    The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations' global development network. Headquartered in New York City, UNDP advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better lifeSummaryTo strengthen projects visibility, UNDP in Kenya is looking for a competent Project Communications...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Akili Dada Full time

    Akili Dada is a non profit organisation registered in Kenya and an international award-winning leadership incubator nurturing a generation of girls and young women from underprivileged backgrounds whose commitment to the underserved will transform their communities.Overall Job Purpose:Under the direction of the Communications and Advocacy Lead, the...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Savannah Informatics Full time

    Savannah Informatics is a Kenyan e-Health software company founded by clinicians and finance specialists to deliver interoperable, connected solutions for healthcare facilities, organizations and regions. Our vision is to enable a better healthcare future for Kenya through pioneering use of information technology and knowledge creationSummary As a Community...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Savannah Informatics Full time

    Savannah Informatics is a Kenyan e-Health software company founded by clinicians and finance specialists to deliver interoperable, connected solutions for healthcare facilities, organizations and regions. Our vision is to enable a better healthcare future for Kenya through pioneering use of information technology and knowledge creationSummaryAs a Community...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Center for International Health, Education, and Biosecurity (CIHEB) Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYCiheb-Kenya was registered on March 9th 2020, and is managed by Kenyans with extensive HIV experience including national policy and guideline development, planning and coordinating HIV response at the national and county level, as well as implementation of HIV services at the facility level.JOB SUMMARYThe Senior Communication Officer will...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Evidence Action Full time

    Community Service Assistant (CSA) Evidence Action scales proven interventions that improve the lives of millions. We only implement cost-effective programs whose efficacy is backed by substantial rigorous evidence. Purpose The Community Service Assistant (CSA) position plays a vital role as an interface between Dispensers for Safe Water and communities...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme Full time

    Work LocationNairobiExpected duration6 monthsDuties and ResponsibilitiesThe United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an...

  • Community Coordinator

    2 weeks ago


    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Code for Africa (CfA) Full time

    Code for Africa (CfA) uses technology and #OpenData to empower citizens. We give citizens actionable information for better-informed decision making and digital tools to amplify their voices, so that they can hold the authorities (both governmental and corporate) to account.About this roleThe successful candidate will join CfA's Knowledge team as the...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Full time

    Job DescriptionDescription –>General Background Digital engagement plays an important role in UNHCR's response to global shifts in the fields of communication, fundraising, advocacy, and development. Use of digital media platforms helps position UNHCR in Somalia as a knowledge leader, expands outreach and broadens engagement around forcibly displaced and...