UNDP Jobs - 33628- National Project Coordinator

National Project Coordinator - Support to Implementation of Transitional Justice (Yemeni nationals only)

Location :

Sana'a, YEMEN

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

15-Nov-12 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-4

Duration of Initial Contract :

One year (renewable)

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

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

Following Yemen’s political unrest of 2011, and the signing of the Gulf Cooperation Council peace initiative in November of that year, the Republic of Yemen has embarked on a two-year transition agenda. Against the backdrop of this political transition, and the request of the Yemeni authorities, the United Nations has articulated a Joint UN Framework to Support the Transition in Yemen, 2012-2014, which provides an important basis for UN assistance during this period. In this context, Rule of Law (RoL) has been identified as a key priority for Yemen, and for international assistance. In explicit contribution to this transition agenda, UNDP has developed a broad strategic programme of assistance in the areas of RoL, justice and security, human rights and transitional justice. This project document represents one component of this overall strategic support.

With the signing of the peace initiative and its implementation mechanism sponsored by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and facilitated by the United Nations in November 2011, Yemen embarked on the implementation of its transition agenda. Following the Presidential elections of February 2012, the second phase of the transition agenda is now underway, including an inclusive National Dialogue, Constitutional Reform and Transitional Justice.

The overall objective of this project is to assist the Government of Yemen and other national stakeholders in developing their transitional justice initiatives based on the comprehensive approach and reflecting international standards and comparative experiences. The project looks to support the national TJ process from design through implementation, giving due attention to civil society, victims’ organisations, and issues of communication and outreach between formal processes and national dialogue. The project will be implemented directly by UNDP in close collaboration with OHCHR, Ministry of Legal Affairs and other key strategic stakeholders. Finally, this project will take advantage of the added value of other UN agencies and other agencies working on Transitional Justice related issues in Yemen.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of the Transitional Justice Chief Technical Advisor, and under the framework of the project above, the National Project Coordinator will supervise the project’s overall implementation and report to the Project Board. S/he will be accountable for delivering all the activities of the project and ensuring that expenditures are in line with the project activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide leadership and strategic thinking to ensure proper implementation of project activities;
Overall management and planning of the implementation of the project’s outputs and activities;
Manage and administer the day-by-day operations to ensure the effective implementation of the activities of above mentioned project;
Initiate coordination with relevant national organizations, private sector companies and civil society initiatives where necessary;
Undertake all necessary financial arrangements, processes, request for authorizations, payments and ensure financial accountability;
Make sure Project Board is formed;
Arrange and coordinate the Project Board and act as Secretariat of the Committee;
Prepare the work plan, quarterly, progress, annual reports and Terminal Report;
Undertake any other related tasks at the request of the Project Board;
Supervise all staff assignment and consulting agreements;
Act as a secretary of the Project Board;
Perform other related duties as requested by the Chief Technical Advisor, Rule of Law focal point or other Governance team manager.

Competencies

Core 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 in the project through personal example
Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development

Technical competencies

Substantive experience working in human rights and international law in Yemen or related discipline;
Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills;
Sound experience in partnership building with clients and external actors;
Great familiarity with human rights and legal development initiatives and stakeholders in Yemen;
Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting;
Focus on impact and result for the client and positive response to feedback;
Demonstrated openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advanced university degree in law, human rights or international development.

Experience:

7 years working experience preferably in the field of transitional justice and human rights in Yemen;
5 years of experience in project management in the public or private sector;
Excellent communication skills;
Resourcefulness and strong networking skills.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Arabic is required.