UNDP Jobs - 38193- Project Assistant -

Project Assistant -

Location :

Nicosia, CYPRUS

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

08-Jul-2013

Application Deadline :

01-Jul-13 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

3 months (with possibility of extension)

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

3 months Part-time/as-needed basis

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

Since 2001, the EU-financed UNDP-Partnership for the Future Programme has been working in Cyprus to support the economic and social development of the Turkish Cypriot Community through urban upgrading and community development projects in the walled cities of Nicosia and Famagusta as well as in 10 villages and small towns in the northern part of Cyprus. The aim was to improve the quality of life of the residents, make the cities more attractive for both residents and visitors, while preserving the important cultural and urban heritage of the island. All projects will be completed in September 2013. To complement these projects, on 19 December 2012, UNDP-PFF launched a Call for Proposals for innovative cultural activities to be organized in locations where urban upgrading projects had previously been implemented.

The general objective of the Call was to support the residents and local communities of the renovated areas in hosting and promoting innovative cultural programmes that are linked to Cypriot cultural traditions but at the same time propose innovative approaches that promote social inclusion and community participation. Activities started in March and will be completed by end of September 2013. A new call for proposals for small grants for the Karpasia/Karpaz region will be launched in the next weeks and selected projects will focus on environmental protection and green economic development, as well tangible and intangible cultural heritage safeguarding and promotion.

In this context UNDP-PFF is now seeking Projects Assistant to support the Communications and Programme Officer in the implementation and monitoring of these grants and in other communications-related activities.

This position will be on an ad hoc and as-needed basis and will begin in July/August 2013.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision and guidance of the UNDP-PFF Communications and Programme Officer, the Assistant is expected to perform the following tasks:

Call for proposals for Innovative cultural activities in the northern part of Cyprus

Assist in the monitoring of on-going cultural activities in villages and towns in the northern part of Cyprus;
Support financial closure and reporting on all cultural activities;
Support the beneficiaries in the preparation of final events/exhibitions;
Compile monthly calendars of events in English and Turkish.

Call for proposals for small grants in the Karpasia/Karpaz region

Assist in the selection process of the applicants, prepare minutes of the evaluation committee;
Maintain regular communications with the applicants – scheduling meetings;
Assist in collecting and filing applicants’ documentations;
Assist with translations from English to Turkish and from Turkish to English when needed;
Assist in the preparation of contracts;
Assist the applicants with marketing strategies, news releases, social media strategies and ensure donor visibility and consistency;
Facilitate communications between UNDP-PFF and the villages local authorities;
Liaise between the applicants and the local authorities and residents of the villages/towns where the events will take place;
Assist applicants with logistics and event coordination;
Promote and facilitate networking and sharing of experiences between the applicants;
Carry out independent site visits to events’ location to monitor the implementation of the activities and assist applicants if necessary;
Assist in gathering measurable data from events (e.g. no. of participants/impact etc.)
Assist in the preparation of final events;
Compile monthly calendars of events in English and Turkish;
Assist applicants, Programme Officer and other UNDP-PFF colleagues in other administrative tasks as assigned.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values;
Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.

Functional Competencies:

Focuses on result for the beneficiaries;
Detail oriented;
Demonstrate initiative;
Consistently approaches work with energy and positive and constructive attitude;
Excellent independent follow through and reliability;
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

University degree in Communications, arts, business administration, cultural or related field.

Experience:

Proficiency in the usage of computers, Power Point, Graphic Design Programs;
2 years in a similar position;
Previous experience working with UNDP is a plus.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Turkish. Knowledge of Greek is an asset.

FC: 46210.