UNDP Jobs - 31860- Project Coordinator on management and disposal of

Project Coordinator on management and disposal of PCBs in Kyrgyzstan (re- advertising)

Location :

BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

15-Sep-2012

Application Deadline :

24-Aug-12 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SC-8

Duration of Initial Contract :

6 months with possible extension

Languages Required :

English Russian

Expected Duration of Assignment :

1 year with possible extension

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

Under the guidance and supervision of the CM, the Project Coordinator (PC) will provide a high quality services to the Project to ensure timely and efficient coordination and monitoring over implementation of respective Project Outputs. The PC promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the project to ensure conformity of results with the Project Document and all UNDP rules and procedures established in the UNDP Programming Manual
Responsible for a harmonious and coordinated project execution including budget preparation and management, planning and general monitoring of the project, the project and national staff.
Timely implementation of the work plan as endorsed by the Project Board
General and financial administration
Monitoring and the quality control, particularly on safety, input from consultants and subcontractors providing assistance to the project
Ensure adequate information flow, discussions and feedback among the various stakeholders in coordination with UNDP Programme and Policy Advisory Unit and Programme Oversight and Support Unit (POSU) per the management arrangements established in the Project Document and to the project working groups
Prepare quarterly action plans and progress reports
Assist the UNDP POSU in operational management of the Project and in compliance with the UNDP Rules and Regulations
Prepare the Project Annual Work plans, Progress and Final Reports, Budget Forecasts
Ensure the delivery of the assigned project resources against approved budgets
Ensure aligning the project activities within the UNDP mandate and corporate priorities, National strategies/programme and contribution to the capacity development of the national counterpart institutions
Liaise with key stakeholders and other partners to ensure proper coordination and partnership within the framework of the Project activities implementation
Ensure fulfillment of standard procedures, including the ones on procurement, contracting of services and formalizing partnerships, in accordance with UNDP Rules and Regulations
Regularly assess performance of specialists and consultants working under his/her supervision (if applicable)
Undertake regular field visits
Monitor regularly and ensure timely and adequate implementation of the project action plans, undertake necessary preparatory/revisionary actions for the planned activities, and liaise with relevant parties, if needed
Handle correspondence and keep the filing system
Ensure proper documentation and codification (knowledge management) of programme methodologies and experiences for wide dissemination and institutional memory
Arrange Project events including meetings, trainings and other activities related to Work plan implementation
Work towards achievement of goals set up in UNDP strategic documents (Corporate strategy, UNDAF, CPAP, Project document, etc.) and relevant national legislation
Perform other duties that may be required by UNDP CO for effective implementation of the Project activities

Competencies

Promoting ethics and integrity, creating organizational precedents;
Building support and political acumen;
Creating an environment of creativity and innovation;
Building and promoting effective teams;
Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication;
Creating an emotionally intelligent organization;
Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member;
Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master degree or equivalent in Environmental education, Human Resource Development or other related field

Experience:

5 years of relevant work experience
Experience of providing management advisory services

Managerial experience:

Strong knowledge of the issues in the relevant component, General understanding of all the major Project issues. Be familiar with development methodologies, including participatory approaches to strategic planning, strategic management and the management of institutional change in developing countries
Experience of work with the international organizations, high-level government officials representing central governmental bodies and local administrations
Familiarity with the goals and procedures of international organizations, in particular those of the GEF partners
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Russian. Knowledge of Kyrgyz is an asset

Application:

Applications without UNDP Personal history form will not be considered. Please download P.11 form from http://www.undp.kg/en/operations/human-resources