UNDP Jobs - 55002- International Knowledge Management Consultant

International Knowledge Management Consultant

Location :

Yangon, MYANMAR

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

28-Mar-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

55 working days

Languages Required :

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

To contribute to an enhanced basis for policy dialogue, and to support decision-making, planning and engagement for national stakeholders and development partners, UNDP has conducted an analysis of the state of local governance in all 14 State/Regions. The initiative aimed to respond to scarcity of data and to provide a critical contribution to the ongoing reform process.

The purpose of the mapping was to better understand the state of governance in Myanmar at both state/region and township level, from both the supply and demand side perspective, i.e., from the institutional and people’s perspectives. The mapping identified the opportunities and challenges that exist in the area of local governance in order to contribute to policy discussions on regional and local governance in an informed manner.

For more details, please visit following link http://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=21308.

Duties and Responsibilities

The main objective of the assignment is to provide dissemination and follow-up support to the local governance mapping that has been carried out by UNDP in collaboration with Government of Myanmar.

Under the overall guidance of the Coordinator of Local Governance Mapping, the Local Development Specialist, the consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

Oversee final production of Volume 1 and the 14 State/Region Synthesis report in both English and Myanmar and additional LGM knowledge products;
Contribute to dissemination of the State of Local Governance (SOLG) Reports by creating PPT Presentations summarizing key findings for all States and Regions based on the published SOLG reports;
Organizing and executing 4 state/region level report launching workshops;
Ensure production of 1 film (women village tract administrators). Coordinate with filmmakers on story line, participate in field trips to shoot footage, and ensure a good script and final production;
Writing of a background note on female local leadership.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards and acts in accordance with the Standards of Conduct for international civil servants;
Advocates and 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 favouritism.

Functional Competencies:

Good knowledge of the natural resource management particularly lake and watershed management, the concept of sustainability and sustainable development in the region and developing countries;
Ability to quickly grasp and synthesize inputs from a range of disciplines related to sustainable financial mechanism for environmental conservation;
Ability to advocate and provide technical advice on the relevant sector/theme;
Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision;
Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office;
Sensitivity to and responsiveness to all partners, respectful and helpful relations with all UN/UNDP staff;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage.

Required Skills and Experience

Educational Qualification:

Masters degree in social science or public administration.

Work Experience:

Minimum 5 years experience in conducting similar type of knowledge management and knowledge coordination, research or programme support activities in developing and/or transition countries;
He/she should have adequate knowledge of the ongoing reform process in Myanmar and the ability to deal with political sensitivities in Myanmar;
Prior work experience in Myanmar would be an asset.

Language Skills:

Fluent in English.