UNDP Jobs - 58055- Project Coordinator (Open to Papua New Guinea Nati

Project Coordinator (Open to Papua New Guinea Nationals Only)

Location :

Port Moresby, PAPUA NEW GUINEA

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

01-Sep-2015

Application Deadline :

14-Aug-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SC-9

Duration of Initial Contract :

10 months

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

The Project Coordinator will play a supporting role in all aspects of project delivery, strategic planning, resource mobilization and provision of technical assistance ensuring effective implementation of the Ending Gender Based Violence Project (E-GBV project) to reach planned targets and expected results with good quality and in a timely manner. He/She coordinates the day-to-day management of project activities.

The Project Coordinator will work under the direct supervision of the E-GBV Team Leader and Advisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions:

Strategic project planning, coordination and implementation;
Coordinator of project delivery.

Ensure Strategic planning, coordination and implementation of projects focusing on achievement of the following results in consultation with the E-GBV Team Leader and Advisor:

Prepare annual work plans, establish priorities, timelines, targets and standards for monitoring results;
Coordinate various components of the project and constantly seek to improve project service lifecycle;
Work in close collaboration with other teams in the office including projects, programmes, operations as well as other UN agencies, Government officials, multilateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society in ensuring successful project implementatio; and
Coordinate and monitor the capacity development plan of staff working on the project.

Ensure timely and effective coordination of project delivery focusing on achievement, under guidance of the E-GBV Team Leader and Advisor, of the following results:

Provide guidance to the project support staff and facilitate day-to-day functioning of the Team for achieving results in line with outputs outlined in the project document;
Provide proper oversight for project activities and results;
Is in charge of the financial management elements of the project including use of Altas to monitor the project budget and raise requisitions;
Facilitate approval of payments under written delegated authority from the GBV Team Leader;
Coordinate and guide the project team and ensure that the activities of the project staff are in line with the project plan and budget;
Provide support to consultants attached to the project;
Prepare timely and regular progress reports for submission to GBV Team Leader, CO management and external stakeholders;
Assist with preparation for audit and other related requirements;
Ensure security of the staff and assets belonging to the projects;
Ensure inclusion of lessons learnt and best practices to improve quality of future projects.

Perform any other responsibilities that could be delegated to him/her by the supervisor.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional Competencies

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Ability to support and guide strategic planning, change processes, results-based management and reporting;
Ability to support and guide formulation, oversight of implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the E-GBV project.

Management and Leadership:

Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills;
Capacity to work under pressure, manage stress and adapt to rapidly evolving situations;
Sound time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks;
Ability to work in a multicultural environment with sound understanding and capability to empower and develop the capacity of national counterparts;
Proven coordination experience with sound knowledge and experience in all aspects of project cycle.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master degree in social sciences, development, political sciences, management or other relevant science.

Experience:

At least 2 years of experience in management and/or coordination of projects in challenging environments;
Experience in coordinating and implementing projects.

Language:

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.