UNDP Kenya Short Term Individual Consultant Job Opportunity

Background

The UNDP Service Contract (SC) modality is intended to support the engagement of personnel to service development projects and to provide non-core services where outsourcing is not a viable and/or feasible option.

The SC modality is distinct in nature, with finite functions and limited services that are directly related to the execution of such projects or service areas.

The UNDP has developed a Handbook on Setting Remuneration for Service Contract Personnel (“the Handbook”) that delegates to UNDP Resident Representatives full responsibility and accountability to collect and analyze data locally to create and update Service Contract remuneration scales.

UNDP Kenya completed the last SC remuneration survey in 2008. SC remuneration scales should generally be updated annually, with comprehensive salary surveys done at intervals that are no longer than 3 years.

The UNDP

UNDP is the UN’s global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. The organization has a presence in 166 countries, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges.

UNDP Kenya administers 18 other UN agencies in Kenya, in addition to individuals engaged in Programmes and Projects undertaken in collaboration with The Government of Kenya and other development partners. UNDP Kenya appreciates that the support of highly skilled, dedicated and motivated SC personnel is an element of vital importance to the success of its programmes in the country.

Objective of this assignment

The objective of this assignment is to undertake a survey of comparator organizations established locally. The consultancy should determine whether the UNDP salary scales for Service Contract holders are in line with the prevailing market conditions for similar functions and comparable work and make recommendations.

Duration

Total duration for consultancy will be approximately 30 days broken down to specific tasks during the term of the consultancy.

Qualifications
• A Masters degree in Business or Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, with at least 7 years of practical experience relevant to the consultancy.
• A first degree in the above areas with extensive experience (at least 10 years) in the area of assignment will also be considered.
• Experience with conditions of employment for short term contract staff and conducting professional salary surveys is necessary.
Application procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications with the following;
• A formal proposal for conducting this consultancy
• Detailed CV, current P11 form
• Present a medical certificate from a recognized medical practitioner
Applications/proposals should be submitted to; consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us on or before 28 February 2011.

Terms of reference can be obtained through; http://www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements