UNDP Jobs - 12290- Disaster Management Analyst (national)

Disaster Management Analyst (national)

Location :

BNPB Office, Jakarta, INDONESIA

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

21-Sep-09 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Duration of Initial Contract :

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

12 months

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UNDP Indonesia's mission is to be an agent for change in the human and social development of Indonesia. We aim to be a bridge between Indonesia and all donors as well as a trusted partner to all stakeholders. We work in four key areas of development: Governance Reforms, Pro-Poor Policy Reforms, Conflict Prevention and Recovery, and Environment Management, with the overarching aim of reducing poverty in Indonesia. Besides the four priority areas, UNDP Indonesia is also engaged in a variety of crosscutting initiatives focused on HIV/AIDS, gender equality, and information and technology for development.

I. Organizational Context

The devastating Tsunami disaster severely affected communities along the coast of Indonesia on the morning of 26th December 2004. Recognizing the need to mobilize efforts and resources towards establishing an early warning system for the Indian Ocean, the United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (UN/ISDR) secretariat has worked through multi-partner, multi-donor initiatives since early 2005, where 168 countries including Indonesia adopt Hyogo Framework for Action 2005-2015 to building Resilience of Nations and Communities to Disasters.

One of the HFA strategic target is “Organization establishment and fortifying, mechanism and capacity to build resilience against disaster.” HFA is encouraging all nations to “support the establishment and fortification of integrated mechanisms within the national level such as multi-sectoral National Platform” to ensure that Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) would become national and regional priority and owned by all stakeholder groups.

Following its inauguration in May 2008, the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has undertaken several initiatives including the formulation of Government Regulation, drafting of guidelines on various topics related to the implementation of disaster management. Based on its mandate, BNPB is still required to undertake crucial tasks in the near future, that is, among others, to formulate various frameworks of Indonesia’s disaster management, such as the National System on Disaster Management, the National Plan on Disaster Management, National Action Plan for Disaster Risk Reduction, etc. Accordingly, BNPB is searching for a Disaster Management Technical Writer to provide technical assistance in developing and writing concepts for disaster management and disaster risk reduction related documents with expertise on report writing and extensive knowledge on and DM/DRR.

The Disaster Management Analyst’s main responsibility will be to facilitate the development of concepts related to disaster management (DM) and disaster risk reduction (DRR) for BNPB specifically in drafting the initial concepts and consolidating them as the final products, Within the overall framework of existing SC-DRR Programme, the Disaster Management Analyst will work under the direct supervision of the HFA Reporting officer and at the same time maintain close coordination with the DRR team in UNDP and the SC-DRR Project Coordination and Implementation Support Unit (PCISU) in Bappenas.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:

Implementation of documentation for every undertaking in the effort of developing national system for disaster management.
Support to implementation of disaster management and strategies
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing on disaster management

1. Ensures the implementation of documentation for every undertaking in the effort of developing national system for disaster management, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Analysis of every undertakings in the effort of developing national system for disaster management including but not limited to compiling inputs, documents review, drafting text, copy-editing, and overseeing production and dissemination of reports/documents;
Provide technical assistance in compiling information related to DRR and DM, data analysis as and when required and display them in a structured manner and friendly language that meet different target audience; and
Provide supports in summarizing reports as and when it is required.

2. Support to implementation of disaster management and strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

Drafting/revision of development of national plan for disaster management from preparing the initial draft to consolidating its final product;
Provide general support to the Secretariat of National Platform as and when it is required.
Inputs to the disaster management national system to be developed; and
Promotion of disaster management national system.

3. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing on disaster management focusing on achievement of the following results:

Contribution to the implementation of disaster management knowledge management and learning strategy;
In the area of Knowledge Management, able to capture lessons learn from each recorded process and document them effectively and efficiently; and
Facilitate and provide training for the development of disaster management plan at local level

III. Impact of Results

Since the emphasis will mainly be on the process, preserving ownership and sustainability, the Disaster Management Analyst is expected not only to support and ensure the implementation of disaster management and strategies, but also research, capture, consolidate and record all information from various sources including discussions notes from various meetings and workshops on issues related to disaster risk reduction and disaster management plan.

Competencies

IV. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example
Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Knowledge and understanding of disaster management in particular.
Knowledge of current disaster management issues particularly those pertinent to UNDP’s Practice Areas.
Ability to conceptualize issues and analyze data.
Ability to coordinate the work of others.
Ability to implement new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change
Good knowledge of Results Management Guide and Toolkit

Management and Leadership

Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor or Master degree in linguistic, arts, literature, social studies, or other relevant field of studies.

Experience:

Bachelor with 6 years or Master with 2 years of experience including experience in writing, translating or reviewing reports ;
Experience in working with government agencies (central and local), civil society organizations and international organizations are an asset;

Language Requirements:

Proficient in English language, spoken and written. Ability to write, review and edit reports;
Knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia is essential

Other:

Possess a depth understanding of the Policy and Regulatory Framework of DM and DRR, HFA, National Action Plan and National Platform as prescribed by the UN – ISDR;
Familiar with Indonesia’s disaster management institutional systems; Familiar with Disaster Risk Reduction key actors and institutions;
Advance proficiency in operating Microsoft office applications; Strong analytical skills;
Experience in working with government agencies (central and local), civil society organizations and international organizations are an asset;
Good interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills;
Ability to work efficiently and independently under pressure, handle multi tasking situations with strong delivery orientation; and
A good team player committed to enhancing and bring additional value to the work of the team as a whole.

ALL APPLICANT MUST COMPLETE P11 FORM AND SUBMIT AS PART OF THEIR APPLICATION . Click here to down load the form P11

Female candidates are encouraged to apply

UNDP Indonesia reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.