UNDP Jobs - 46477- Project Coordinator For The Women Research and Stu

Project Coordinator For The Women Research and Studies Center Project

Location :

Kuwait, KUWAIT

Type of Contract :

Other

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

30-May-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Other

Duration of Initial Contract :

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

6 months with possibility of 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

The project builds on UNDP’s mandate and strategic vision and aims to promote gender equality and empower women, youth, and civil society through participation in national development. It corresponds to the commitment of UNDP Kuwait to address the empowerment of women as stated in its Country Programme Action Plan 2009-2014.

This project aspires to establish and build the technical capacity of the Women Research and Studies Center (WRSC) in Kuwait University for the benefit of students, statisticians, researchers and other academics including policy-makers and civil society organizations. The WRSC will be equipped with a state-of-the-art digital database housing all the information and data relating to women in Kuwait and will be disseminated on the internet to ensure its ubiquity for ease of access. The WRSC will also provide a forum for local and regional institutions dealing with women related issues to share resources and seek knowledge and advice through networking and capacity development initiatives provided by the center. It is envisaged that the WRSC through these interventions will play a big role in contributing to achieving the national outcome relating to enhancing and expanding the scope of women's participation in economic activities, political decision-making, and gender equality, in consistency with national plans and the long-term strategic vision in attaining MDG3.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of UNDP and in close collaboration with the GSSCPD, the Project Coordinator will assume the following tasks:

The incumbent will be responsible for the effective management of all of the project’s resources to achieve the deliverables of the project. This includes the following:

Responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the project based on the annual work plan;
Liaising with the implementing partner on all aspects of project management and ensuring that the deliverables of the project are consistent with the quality requirements for the project;
Follow-up on the implementation of the developed fund raising strategy to ensure that the AWP is fully funded and adequate use of resources as per donor requirements;
Collection and additions of studies, research and statistics to the digital database;
Coordination of planned activities, forums, seminars and lectures;
Management of the project team and equipment entrusted to the project by the implementing partner;
Monitoring and reporting continuously on project progress in line with the UNDP’s monitoring and evaluation framework;
Acting as the ex-officio for the Project Board Meetings which will be administered and prepared for by the project coordinator;
Prepare all required project reports (quarterly, annual, and other specific requested reports); all required documentation for the project board meetings;
Monitor the budgets of the project;
Facilitate knowledge sharing activities within the Women Research Studies Center;
Ensure the identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned from the project;
Coordinate all tasks between UNDP and the implementing partner pertaining to the sub-projects requested by the Women Research Studies Center;
Develop and implement a stakeholders’ communications plan.

Expected Outputs:

Quarterly reports;
Final Report at the end of the assignment;
Exit strategy for the sustainability of the project.

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;
Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback;
Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

An advanced degree in social sciences, economics, Women’s studies or related discipline

Work Experience:

At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience developing social programmes or projects and working with Government partners on the implementation of complex and socially sensitive programmes;
Record of working on resource and mobilization;
Experience working in GCC countries is favourable.
Knowledge of UNDP programme policies and procedures is an added advantage;
Experience in working with government institutions in Kuwait is greatly desired;

Language Requirements:

Written and spoken proficiency in both Arabic and English are required

Note:

The Project Coordinator will be on a governmental contract administered by the General;
Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development;
The assignment is 6 months with possibility for extension.