The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the United Nations headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. We support programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Resident Coordinator System (RCS) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) globally, as well as other United Nations offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). This post is located in the United Nations Office at Nairobi, Central Support Services, Property Management Unit (PMU) and reports to the Chief, Property Management Unit. The incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Assist with planning and organizing the disposal of written-off property including equipment, assets, inventory and hazardous waste. • Coordinate with stakeholders, Procurement and Finance on the preparation of disposal agreements, contracts and services for the disposal of property through sale, trade-in, gifting, destruction or transfer to another mission etc. • Assist to draft Statement Of Works (SOW)/Terms of Reference (TOR) for contracts and services for property disposal and participate in the Technical Evaluation Committee (TEC). • Monitor execution of disposal contracts which include ensuring quality control in accordance with the contract terms, International and local environmental standards. • Liaise with all entities/clients to receive and dispose of written-off items per the recommendations of the Delegated Authority, Local Property Survey Board (LPSB) or Headquarters Property Survey Board (HPSB). • Manage dedicated storage areas and yards for asset disposal, monitor security measures and conduct periodic physical verification to ensure no inconsistencies arise. • Assist in preparation of periodic performance reports in line with the Global Asset Management Policy Service (GAMPS) quarterly performance requirements, review and ensure accuracy of data. Prepare auditable disposal-related statistical reports for management and clients. • Maintain accurate electronic and manual records of property disposal documentation for audit purposes, ensure all disposal action in the ERP(Umoja) has sufficient supporting documents. • Identify bottlenecks, research and propose solutions to problematic areas around property disposal. • Assist with drafting Standard Operations Procedures (SOPs) and flow charts in the area of property disposal. Conduct periodic reviews of the SOPs to ensure efficient service delivery to clients and make corrections where necessary • Conduct end-user training and support to focal points across client entities and locations in property disposal functions, policies and procedures. • Support other units within property management in the areas of receiving and inspection, property control, insurance and reporting as and when required. • Conduct routine audits of the UN Gigiri Complex and corrective action to ensure that there is no abandoned property in the compound. • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief of Unit.

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of principles of procurement and disposal of property, management of contracts with vendors. Ability to work with multiple clients and keep auditable electronic and manual records. Ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments. Observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments. Adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

 THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.