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Direct employerNational Consultant (Asset Management Expert)
United Nations, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

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About this role
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Role overview
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is seeking a National Consultant to support the modernization of the Kenya National Police Service College in Kiganjo. This contract role is home-based and suits professionals with expertise in asset management who can develop policies and frameworks aligned with international standards.
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What you will do
- Create an Asset Management Policy, Strategy, and Governance Framework in line with IPSAS 17 and ISO 55000 standards.
- Develop standard operating procedures for all stages of the asset lifecycle including planning, acquisition, registration, tagging, custodianship, maintenance, verification, and disposal.
- Design standardized asset registers, templates, and structures for asset data governance.
Requirements
- Hold an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in asset management, finance, engineering, business administration, public administration, or a related field, or a first-level degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.
- Have at least two years of progressively responsible experience in asset management, infrastructure planning, facilities management, or a related area.
- Possess strong technical knowledge of strategic asset management principles, methods, and best practices.
- Be able to analyze complex systems and data to identify trends and risks and develop recommendations supported by evidence.
- Be proficient in using asset information systems, inventory management, enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools, and other relevant digital platforms.
- Have excellent communication skills to clearly present complex information and adapt messaging to different audiences.
- Experience in delivering training, facilitating technical workshops, or advising public sector or international organisations on asset management strategies is preferred.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
How to apply
Applicants should apply through the employer's official contact. The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 28 October 2026.