UNDP Jobs - 63334- Field Specialist on Local Self Government

Field Specialist on Local Self Government - (Open to Kyrgyzstan Nationals Only)

Location :

Osh, KYRGYZSTAN

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

01-Apr-2016

Application Deadline :

12-Feb-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SC-6

Duration of Initial Contract :

6 months with possible extension

Languages Required :

English Russian

Expected Duration of Assignment :

1 year with possible 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

Under the direct supervision of Osh Area Manager on operational matters and Democratic Governance Programme Dimension Chief at PMU level on programme issues, Field Specialist on Local Self Government will be responsible for implementation of relevant activities under respective component at the field level.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide technical assistance to LSGs, consultations and assistance in analysis’ and assessments’ conduction;
Be in close contact with Governor’s office and local authorities and be familiar with all activities provided in LSG area in the project sites;
Ensure regular needs assessment and conduct relevant training and consultations for target beneficiaries;
Regularly conduct monitoring of processes developments at grassroots level;
Disseminate relevant information among potential audience;
Provide input on the development/revision of manuals and guidelines within the programme;
Facilitate coordination of programme activities with all relevant institutions/partner organisations and projects at local level;
Ensure timely submission of all periodic reporting and requested information, feedback or comments to Osh ABD manager and respective Dimension chief, Democratic Governance Program at PMU level.

Competencies

Functional/Operational effectiveness:

Ability to perform a variety of repetitive and routine tasks and duties related to finance;
Ability to review data, identify and adjust discrepancies;
Good knowledge of administrative rules and regulations;
Ability to operate and maintain a variety of computerized business machines and office equipment in order to provide efficient delivery of service;
Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks by establishing priorities;
Excellent communication and analytical skills;
Ability to manage a high workload and deliver to tight deadlines;
Ability to work in a team;
High sense of responsibility;
Strong personal motivation.

Planning, organizing and multi-tasking:

Organises and accurately completes multiple tasks by establishing priorities while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships;
Plans, coordinates and organises workload while remaining aware of changing priorities and competing deadlines;
Demonstrates ability to quickly shift from one task to another to meet multiple support needs;
Establishes, builds and maintains effective working relationships with staff and clients to facilitate the provision of support.

Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Bachelor degree in the field of social or applied sciences or other related field.

Experience:

At least 3 years of relevant experience;
Experience of work in International Organizations is an asset;
Strong knowledge of local self-governance in the Kyrgyz Republic;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software package ( MS Word, Excel, etc).

Language:

Fluency in Kyrgyz and Russian;
Working knowledge of English.

Application:

Applications without UNDP Personal history form (P.11) will not be considered. Please download P.11 form from http://www.kg.undp.org/content/kyrgyzstan/en/home/operations/jobs/;
Please upload P.11 form instead of CV and combine your documents into one single PDF file otherwise the system will not allow you to upload more than one document.