International Operations Manager

Lead UNFPA operations in Nairobi to strengthen country-programme delivery through sound finance, procurement, logistics, technology, human-resources administration, security and common services. The role advises the Representative, manages teams and improves compliant, cost-effective business processes.

• Lead strategic planning and set management targets for country-office operations
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, procurement, logistics, travel, information technology and administration
• Supervise operations personnel and strengthen performance through coaching and clear accountability
• Ensure compliance with UNFPA rules, internal controls and transparent resource management
• Coordinate common services and joint operational arrangements with United Nations partners
• Implement staff and premises security measures with the Representative and Security Management Team
• Represent UNFPA in inter-agency operational forums and build service-provider partnerships

• Postgraduate degree in public administration, business administration, economics, management or a related field
• Seven years of development experience in government, a multilateral organisation or civil society in a multicultural setting
• At least three years of experience managing teams in a complex organisational setting
• Knowledge of procurement, finance, human resources, contracts, assets and information technology
• Field experience
• Fluency in English

• Reports to the UNFPA Representative