UNDP Jobs - 60843- UN Coordination Analyst

UN Coordination Analyst - (Open to Syrian Nationals Only)

Location :

Damascus, SYRIAN ARAB REPUBLIC

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

27-Dec-2015

Application Deadline :

27-Oct-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NO-B

Duration of Initial Contract :

One year

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

One year

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

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Head of RCO, the UN Coordination Analyst strengthens capacity of the UN Country Team, analyzes political, social and economic trends and provides inputs to preparation of country programming products including Strategic Framework periodic and annual reports, provides assistance to development and implementation of the collaborative and joint programming initiatives under the Strategic Framework, monitors progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Global Conferences and provides support to Non-resident Agencies.

The UN Coordination Analyst supervises and leads the UN Coordination Unit support staff. The UN Coordination Analyst works in close collaboration with UNCT members, programme and operations teams of the Agencies, UNDOCO staff and government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful implementation of UNCT activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures effective support to UNCT in preparation and implementation of country programming processes and products, including the Strategic Framework focusing on achievement of the following results:

Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country;
Participation in the work of the Strategic Framework Results Groups (Pillars) and the Monitoring & Evaluation Working Group within the context of the Strategic Framework Results Matrix and M&E Plan;
Participation and support to the work of the Programme Management Team;
Monitoring of all joint programming initiatives of the UNCT and provision of periodic reports as necessary;
Ensure complementarity with the current set up of humanitarian operations in Syria in close collaboration with OCHA;
Identification of strengths and weaknesses in UN Agencies programmes in the context of Strategic Framework, UN system reform and the Sustainable Development Goals;
Preparation of high quality documents summarizing the developments in the Strategic Framework areas of cooperation. Provision of advice on adjusting strategies and implementation modalities.

Ensures preparation and implementation of the RC Work Plan focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Preparation of proposals for funding and drafting of the RC Work Plan and reports;
Technical support for UNCT Retreats to review the annual work plan and other UNCT meetings;
Monitoring of the Support to the Resident Coordinator (SRC) fund (and other funds dedicated to UNCT activities;
Report on the use of the funds to the UN RC and UNCT, proposal of budget revisions, approval of expenditures reports.

Ensures implementation of the resource mobilization strategy for Strategic Framework implementation focusing on achievement of the following results:

Development of partnerships with IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society;
Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of reports on donors’ strategies.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

Identification of sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals;
Provision of referral services for agencies without field representation to access national institutions and processes and for national partners to access the expertise of agencies without field representation;
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice;
Organization of trainings to UN staff on coordination issues.

Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the success of the UN Country Team activities. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design and implementation of UN programme activities, strengthening of strategic partnerships for UNCT Programming including Strategic Framework implementation.

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Results-Based Programme Development and Management;
Building Strategic Partnerships;
Innovation and Marketing New Approaches;
Resource Mobilization;
Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing;
Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise;
Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals;
Client Orientation.

Core Competencies:

Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity;
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment;
Self-development, initiative-taking;
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work;
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively;
Creating synergies through self-control;
Managing conflict;
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member;
Informed and transparent decision making.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field.

Experience:

2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
Knowledge about the UN and RC systems would be an advantage;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Arabic.