UNDP Jobs - 67433- Project Implementation Support Consultant- Only fo

Project Implementation Support Consultant- Only for Sudanese

Location :

Khartoum, SUDAN

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

03-Sep-2016

Application Deadline :

24-Jul-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

12 Months

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

12 Months

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

UNDP is key partner to the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (Global Fund) and is the UN agency assuming the role of Principal Recipient for Global Fund grants in Sudan. In the role of Principal Recipient, UNDP is responsible for the financial and programme management of the Global Fund grants as well as procurement of pharmaceutical, non-health items and required services. In all areas of implementation, UNDP provides support to relevant institutions, sub-recipients and implementing partners to ensure the timely and effective execution of the Global Fund programs.

In line with the ongoing integration process, the Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) has formed the Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases Control Directorate (C&NCDC) under the Primary Health Care Department in 2013. The C&NC DC will lead the management and coordination of TB, HIV and Malaria grants. All functionalities are extracted from the previously vertical programmes, merged, integrated with existing structure to ensure harmonization in planning, implementation and monitoring of activities supported by GFATM. This includes case management, monitoring and evaluation, supply chain and financial management. C&NCDC will continue to be the main SRs implementing the TB, HIV and Malaria grant activities in Sudan ensuring proper service delivery at all levels, health strategic information supporting the implementation of surveys and surveillance and capacity building of the health workforce. Additionally, C&NC DC will be offering Technical Assistance in several clinical and monitoring and evaluation activities. It will also be in charge of managing the funds to support the running costs for health facilities and staff compensations.

The Project Implementation Support (PIS) Consultant is expected to facilitate the execution of project tasks and support FMoH , C&NCDC team to ensure timely and effective implementation of this project.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Communicable and Non Communicable Disease Control Department, CNCDCD at FMOH and the Deputy Programme Manager, GF PMU, UNDP and in coordination with the respective grant managers and FMoH departments, the Consultant ensures the timely implementation of the global Fund funded projects signed between UNDP and the Federal Ministry of Health. The Consultant will be based in the CNCDCD at Ministry of Health in Khartoum and provides the following services:

Organize, facilitate and oversee implementation of the different components of the global fund project activities signed between the Ministry of Health, CNCDCD and UNDP;
In consultation with respective CNCDCD and FMoH departments and states; ensure the development of an acceleration plan for implementation of the global fund project activities;
As part of CNCDCD team, organize and facilitate multiple trainings, meetings, events as set out the Global Fund project document and sub- recipient agreement between UNDP and CNCDCD for TB, HIV and Malaria grants;
Ensure all activities of the Global Fund project document and sub- recipient agreement between UNDP and CNCDCD are implemented, documented and timely reported to concerned entities;
In consultation and collaboration with CNCDCD, UNDP and implementing departments, facilitate the monthly implementation meeting to review project implementation status; bottlenecks and jointly come up with remedial actions to realize the implementation of set out activities;
Support the CNCDCD and FMoH team in the preparation, analysis and development of quarterly programmatic and financial reporting to different concerned entities including UNDP;
Support in planning, organizing and ensure the distribution of medical equipment, facilitate communications within the Ministry, States and health facilities;
Actively engage in field project monitoring activities. The consultants shall be available to travel to field locations to review the project implementation status.
Work with CNCDCD and FMoH finance team to facilitate the timely liquidation of advanced funds and follow up on compilation of supporting documentations as set out in the project agreement between the Ministry of Health and UNDP;
Any other assignment or tasks set by the CNCDCD Director, UNDP Deputy Programme Manager as appropriate.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values.
Exerts strict adherence to corporate rules, regulations and procedures.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning
Shares knowledge and experience.
Development and Operational Effectiveness ;
Ability to perform specialized tasks related to Results-Based Management, including support to design, planning and implementation of programme, managing data & reporting.
Ability to establish and maintain contacts with senior-level officials of the host government required.
Excellent interpersonal skills are essential part of the job.
Excellent analytical and strong communication skills both written and spoken

Leadership and Self-Management:

Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure,
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Public Administration, public health or any development related field.

Years of experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience in implementation of public health programmes with focus on HIV/AIDs, Tuberculosis and Malaria, monitoring and evaluation, project management, preferably working in health care settings;
Previous experience of working with Ministry of Health at Federal or State level or other key health partners.