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on professional background, experience and family situation, a
competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. More Info... |
| United Nations Core Values : Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity |
| Responsibilities: |
The United Nations Office at Nairobi
(UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of
the Secretary-General. UNON supports the programme implementation of
the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements
Programme (UN-HABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya,
by providing administrative, conference and information services. The
post is located in the Division of Conference Services (DCS) under the
direct supervision of the Chief Publishing Services Section at the
Nairobi duty station.
Summary of Principal functions:
Operate various assembly, binding and finishing equipment including
pocket or station collators, semi-automated perfect binders,
programmable guillotine paper cutter, paper drills, heavy duty wire
stitchers, laminating and mounting devices, perforators, scoring,
numbering devices and three-knife book trimmer, to produce assembled,
bound, and finished documents, publications, and other printed
materials.
Responsibilities:
- Operate folding, stitching, binding, cutting, laminating, mounting,
perforating, and scoring machines in the Binding and finishing Unit to
complete production of documents, publications, etc. in the section.
- Bind single sheets, documents, magazines, etc. into books by hand or
by other specific methods of binding e.g., gluing, spiral) bound,
hand-sewn.
- Perform basic maintenance such as cleaning, greasing, oiling and
trouble-shooting of bindery and finishing related equipment to ensure a
clean, functional, and safe working area.
- Perform other duties as requested by the Supervisor or Chief PSS as required. |
| Core Competencies: |
· Professionalism: Ability to perform a
broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work programme,
human resources and database management. Ability to apply knowledge of
various United Nations administrative, financial and human resources
rules and regulations in work situations. 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.
· Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve
organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas
and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda
before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own
position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint
responsibility for team shortcomings.
· Communication: Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from
others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and
exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Demonstrates
openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. |
QUALIFICATIONS
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| Education: |
| Completion of secondary school
education is required. Supplemental course in printing technology or
other related field desirable. |
| Work Experience: |
| A minimum of four years of experience in binding and finishing of printed materials or related fields required. |
| Languages: |
| English and French are the two working
languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised,
fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second
official UN Language is an advantage. |
| Other Desirable Skills: |
Good computer skills Proficiency in MS office applications is desirable.
Interested candidates may apply by submitting a duly completed United Nations Personal History Profile form (available at https://careers.un.org/
Email: recruitment@unon.org
Please quote;
- Vacancy Notice Number and Functional Title in the Subject of the e-mail.
Applications received after the deadline (12/02/2016) will not be considered.
Applications without Correct Vacancy Number will not be Considered)
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men
and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United
Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a
non-smoking environment. |
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The United Nations shall place no
restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any
capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and
subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article
8).
The United Nations Secretariat is a Non-Smoking Environment. English
and French are the two official working languages of the United Nations.
UNEP,UNHABITAT and UNON do not charge a fee at any stage of
the recruitment process. If you have any questions concerning persons or
companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of these offices and
requesting the payment of a fee please contact Recruitment@unon.org
ONLY applications to specific VAs will be considered, general applications should not be sent. |
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