British High Commission Jobs 2015

B3 Project Officer Job Vacancies at British High Commission, Kenya

Section : Counter Terrorism Department (Nairobi Office)
Position type : Fixed term contract for 1 year

A Project Officer Position has arisen at the British Embassy in Mogadishu. The role is based in Nairobi but will require travel to Mogadishu, which could potentially include providing leave cover for the CT Programme Manager.

The position is graded at B3 for which the current salary scale starts at Kshs.201,161/- per month before deduction of tax. Where the jobholder is not liable to Kenyan tax, the scale will be abated under HM Treasury rules and starts at Kshs.147, 205- per month to take account of the tax they would have paid
 
Project Officer Job Main purpose

To oversee specific CT projects using PPM skills to design proposals, manage implementation, monitor project expenditure, and deliver VFM within an overall Programme.
Particular emphasis is on delivery via contract management skills and maintaining detailed project plans, developing and maintaining mechanisms to monitor spend vs. forecast.

Roles and responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Assisting in the drafting of programme bids and OSJAs.
• Initiate and complete procurement/tender processes.
• Contract Management – drafting of contracts and ToRs, liaison with CPG, implementers, SMEs and stakeholders, monitoring and managing of budgets, ensuring guidelines are adhered to.
• Design, management and monitoring of various work strands (quality, budget, risk, and timelines).
• Financial management – including developing mechanisms to monitor spend vs. forecast, regularly reviewing spends, looking at VFM and challenging where necessary.
• Document management – MOUs SSJs, sanctions process, gifting proformas, and amendments/additions to existing project documentation.

Project reporting as required.

• Policy Management and collaboration:
• Engagement with policy experts and colleagues on aspects of project delivery and ensuring collaboration between project strands.

Corporate:

• Ensure project files are maintained in line with Information Management policies and procedures.
• Ensure project finances are recorded and reported as required.

Resources managed:

• The position may have line management responsibility of one A2 project assistant. The job holder will also be responsible for financial management of a programme budget of c. £3.5M

Key competences required:

• Delivering Value for Money
• Changing and Improving
• Making Effective Decisions
• Collaborating and Partnering

Language requirements:

• The role requires fluency in written and spoken English

Other skills / experience / qualifications for Project Officer Jobs in Kenya

Essential on arrival: Experience of working in a project or programme environment particularly financial and budget management skills.

Desirable:
Previous experience of project management would be an advantage.

Learning and development opportunities:

• Opportunities for learning and development in this role include project and programme management qualifications along with SAFE+ training.
• Due to the nature of the role, security clearance to LE CONFIDENTIAL is a requirement.

Clearance is most easily obtained by UK nationals with at least 3 years residence in the past 10 years in the UK, USA, Australia, Canada or New Zealand. Nationals of the latter four countries may also be able to get clearance. Candidates must have a traceable history over the last 5 years.

Note

• All applicants must be legally able to work in Kenya and Mogadishu with the correct visa/status or work permit.
• The British Embassy in Mogadishu is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
• Staff members recruited locally by the British High Commission and British Embassy in Nairobi and Mogadishu are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Kenyan employment law.
• Spouses/registered partners of UK Based Staff, are able to work within the BHC/BCG but their salary will be abated at the appropriate tax rates.
• Reference checking, medical checks and security clearances will be conducted.

If you have not heard from us 3 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Note: Any questions you may have about this position will only be answered during interview, should you be invited.

To Apply
All applicants should submit a short (1 page maximum) covering letter stating why they are a suitable candidate for the position along with a copy of their CV in English and BHC application form by email to: Recruitment.Africa5@fco.gov.uk