Jobs - 8957- UNFPA Field Officer for NTT (VA/FPA/FO-NTT/2009)

UNFPA Field Officer for NTT (VA/FPA/FO-NTT/2009) (National)

Location :

Kupang, NTT, INDONESIA

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

14-Mar-09 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Duration of Initial Contract :

12 months initially

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

THIS IS NOT UNDP CONTRACT, PLEASE SEND DIRECTLY APPLICATION IN LINE WITH APPLICATION PROCEDURE AS OUTLINED BELOW

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity. UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect.

I. Position Information

Post Code: VA/FPA/FO-NTT/2009
Post Title: Field Officer for NTT
Recruitment: Indonesian National
Duty Station: Kupang, NTT – Indonesia
Duration of Assignment: until 31 December 2009
Starting Date: Immediate
Direct Supervisor: Area Manager for NTT Province
Status/Condition: Service Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Assistant Representative and direct supervision of the Area Manager of NTT Province, the Field Officer (FO) supports the joint programming in NTT with initial area of Belu and the implementation of CP7 in the province. In specific, the Field Officer is responsible in managing, implementing, monitoring, representing UNFPA in any joint activities, and reporting back to UNFPA Office in Jakarta all activities related to the joint programming in NTT with initial area in Belu focusing on RH and Gender issues. In addition, the FO provides technical assistance to the PPCU in terms of planning, management, monitoring and following up MTR recommendations. The FO is instrumental in facilitating joint programme and supporting the regular programme implementation, especially mediating the project staff with the Bappeda using appropriate mechanisms and systems as per the established procedures.

The Field Officer maintains collaborative relationship both with the UNFPA Office in Jakarta and other UN agencies and the local partners in Belu, specifically:

Facilitates the continuation of the joint programme initiatives in Belu on behalf of UNFPA CO in Jakarta.
Manages and Monitors programme implementation: conducting field visits, participating in review meetings and evaluation missions and prepare regular inputs to status and progress reports. Analyzes basic factors affecting the achievement of results, recommends corrective actions and follows up on recommendations focusing on Gender and RH issues in the district.
Identifies the technical support needs from the field in the field of RH and Gender through attending meetings with partners, reviewing the planning documents, and close consultation with partners, conveys and obtains feedback from the Country Office, and delivers it to the partners.
Delivers advocacy to local Government of Belu to maintain commitments on the Population Development, RH and Gender issues as well as partnership with UNFPA.
Provides technical assistance to the implementation of CP7 in NTT, especially to PPCU ensuring good cooperation within the unit. Additionally, monitors the implementation of the programme to ensure it is in line with the MTR recommendations.
Provides regular reports (at least biweekly) to UNFPA on the progress of joint programming in NTT.

Competencies

III. Competencies

Values

Integrity/Commitment to mandate

Acts in accordance with UN/UNFPA values and holds himself/herself accountable for actions taken. Demonstrates personal commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and to the organizational vision.

Knowledge sharing/Continuous learning

Takes responsibility for personal learning and career development and actively seeks opportunities to learn through formal and informal means. Learns from others inside and outside the organization adopting best practices created by others. Actively produces and disseminates new knowledge.

Takes responsibility for personal learning and career development and actively seeks opportunities to learn through formal and informal means. Learns from others inside and outside the organization adopting best practices created by others. Actively produces and disseminates new knowledge.

Valuing diversity

Demonstrates an international outlook, appreciates differences in values and learns from cultural diversity. Takes actions appropriate to the religious and cultural context and shows respect, tact and consideration for cultural differences. Observes and inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviors.

Functional Competencies
Working in teams

Works collaboratively with colleagues inside and outside of UNFPA to allow the achievement of common goals and shared objectives. Actively seeks resolution of disagreements and supports the decisions of the team.

Communicating information and ideas

Delivers oral and written information in a timely, effective and easily understood manner. Participates in meetings and group discussions actively listening and sharing information. Frankly expresses ideas with the intent to resolve issues, considers what others have to say and responds appropriately to criticism.

Conflict and self management

Manages personal reactions by remaining calm, composed and patient even when under stress or during a crisis and avoids engaging in unproductive conflict. Expresses disagreement in constructive ways that focus on the issue not the person. Tolerates conditions of uncertainty or ambiguity and continues to work productively.

Manages personal reactions by remaining calm, composed and patient even when under stress or during a crisis and avoids engaging in unproductive conflict. Expresses disagreement in constructive ways that focus on the issue not the person. Tolerates conditions of uncertainty or ambiguity and continues to work productively.

Analytical and strategic thinking

Uses appropriate analytical tools and logic to gather, define and analyze information, situations and problems and draws logical conclusions from data. Demonstrates an ability to set clear and appropriate priorities focusing on tasks and activities which have a strategic impact on results. Anticipates and meets information needs of the team and other stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience

IV. Recruitment Qualifications:

Academic Requirements:

Master’s degree in public health, social, anthropology, economics (development study), administration and/or other related social science field is preferable.

Experience:

5 years relevant experience in the areas of reproductive health, gender or population development including programme management.
Knowledge and/or experience of UN working system are preferable.

Languages:

Fluency in oral and written English.

Computer skills:

Proficiency in current office software applications.

There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process.
UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to Apply Online and should submit a one-page cover letter and updated curriculum vitae together with complete contact details of three professional referees as the attachment.

"Female candidates are encouraged to apply"

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted