PROJECT OFFICER, CLIMATE RISK MANAGEMENT (FOR NEPALESE NATIONALS ONLY)

Lieu : Kathmandu with some travel to the field
Date limite de candidature :26-Feb-11
Catégorie supplémentaireEnvironnement et Energie
Type de contrat :Service Contract
Niveau du poste :SB-4
Langues requises :
Anglais  
Date de commencement :
(date à laquelle le candidat sélectionné doit commencer)
01-Apr-2011
Durée du contrat initialUp to end of December 2011 (Initially, possibilities of extension).
Durée prévue de la mission :Up to end of December 2011 (Initially, possibilities of extension).

Historique

The Comprehensive Disaster Risk Management Programme (CDRMP) has been formulated as part of the Strategic Partnership Framework signed between the BCPR and UNDP, and in accordance with the Nepal Risk Reduction Consortium. The programme aims to strengthen the institutional and legislative aspects of DRM in Nepal, by building the capacities of Ministry of Home Affairs, other ministries, and local governments. The CDRMP will also establish strategic linkages between DRM and development sectors. The programme’s intervention in the area of climate risk management, community-based disaster risk management, and emergency preparedness and response will strengthen the overall system of disaster risk management in Nepal. It will integrate gender equality and women empowerment as well as social inclusion issues for sustainable DRM.  A knowledge management strategy will support all the programme interventions. In course of implementing the programme, UNDP would build partnerships with the government, NGOs, international agencies, and academic institutions and expand the institutional and knowledge base of disaster risk management in Nepal.

Devoirs et responsabilités

Under the overall oversight of the programme manager (PM) and  direct supervision of the  DRM Senior Project Officer(SPO DRM)  [responsible for outputs related to Climate Risk Management (CRM), Community-based Disaster Risk Management (CBDRM) and Emergency, Preparedness and Response (EPR)], the incumbent will ensure all activities related to CRM  are implemented in a timely, efficient and politically sensitive manner in full synergy with UNDP Energy Environment & Climate Change  Unit  CRM programmes, as well as community-based disaster risk management and emergency  preparedness and response  activities of the CDRMP. In order to fulfil this task, the project officer (PO) will carry out regular stakeholder consultations, field visits, closely liaison with the line ministries, organizations as well as target beneficiaries and end- user agencies.   Detailed scope of work includes:

A. Carry out day-to-day management and the delivery of CRM outputs in a timely, efficient and dynamic manner. (40%)
  • Support quality, timely and efficient delivery of all outputs of the CDRMP activities related to CRM,   building UNDP reputation for quality design and reliable delivery;
  • Prepare the terms of reference for required services  in consultation with the implementing partners and the CDRMP team;
  • Prepare inputs and regular updates to detail work plans,  action plans, calendar of events, M&E framework and plan, risk, issue and lessons learned  logs in consultation with the implementing partners and stakeholders of  the  CRM related activities;
  • Work closely with the DRM PO to identify potential issues and problems related to CRM to prepare a set of recommendations and to obtain any support/ advice required for the management, planning and control of CDRMP;
  • Ensure execution of CRM activities  is consistent with the CDRMP objectives and plans and is relevant to the DRM context of Nepal;
  • Keep abreast of CRM related  issues and dynamics in Nepal which will impact on delivery of the programme and potential follow-on programming and provide regular updates to the SPO DRM and PM;
  • Support and contribute to the development of contingency plans to address anticipated challenges;
  • Work with implementing partners in developing and adopting  replication  and sustainability strategies of all approaches and results of the CDRMP, which are appropriate for Nepal context;
  • Timely mobilization and utilization of CDRMP subcontracts, training and equipment inputs to the CRM activities  with respect to Nepal’s diversity;
  • Develop of Terms of References of all required services (individuals and companies) and actively participate in the recruitment process as required by the PM;
  • Coordinate respective  national and international consultants to ensure that contracting processes are in accordance with planned schedules and deliverables;
  • Actively work with the gender and social inclusion team to develop and implement strategies to promote gender equality and social inclusion for sustainable DRM;
  • Represent  the  CDRMP team in related events as required by the PM.

B. Carry out monitoring and evaluation, planning and reporting responsibilities related to CRM activities. (20%)

  • Contribute to development of M&E framework and  establishment and maintenance of a dynamic system of M&E as a central element of the CDRMP;
  • Support full implementation of the M&E system;
  • Contribute to  timely  reporting - both internal and external (to the Government and  donors) - following UNDP and CDRMP requirements and established procedures;
  • Support the organization of the Programme Executive Board meetings and contribute to all aspects of development of progress reports and other documentation as required.
C. Develop and maintain effective relations with the concerned partners and counterparts of CRM. (15%) 
  • Work closely with the concerned programme officer of the  UNDP Energy, Environment and Climate Change Unit, respective contractors and other key stakeholders that impact CDRMP delivery in order to ensure inputs and outcomes are met in a timely manner;
  • Support the SPO DRM  in representing the team  in all relevant Country Office meetings, events and other activities as required;
  • In close collaboration with the SPO DRM, contribute to the development of appropriate working relations with national stakeholders to advance buy-in and national ownership of relevant aspects of the CDRMP;
  • In close collaboration with the PM, liaise with UNDP management and partners as necessary;
  • Support resource mobilization efforts by preparation of quality reports and other such documents.
D. Support the coordination, management and monitoring of financial, administrative, procurement and logistical matters. (15%)
  • Work with administrative and finance team in drawing up specifications for the equipment required under the CDRMP and follow up with the procurement procedures;
  • Comply CRM operations with UNDP rules, regulations and policies and monitoring of achievement of results;
  • Effective, transparent and accountable management of financial resources of CRM related outputs and activities as per UNDP rules and regulations;
  • Support the SPO DRM in the preparation of timely narrative and financial reports, thematic technical papers and policy notes for the UNDP Country Office and CDRMP donors;
  • In close coordination with the Administrative and Finance team prepare accurate and reliable financial reports;
  • Support all activities leading to the annual audit exercise and follow up of the audit recommendations;
  • Provide inputs to Atlas budget revisions and Annual Work Plans for further discussion and clearance from the PM.
E. Conduct knowledge building and knowledge sharing. (10%) 
  • Support  the knowledge management officer  in generating, documenting  and disseminating   high quality information  and knowledge about the CDRMP best practices and lessons learned on CRM  among national and international stakeholders on an ongoing basis;
  • Contribute to the development of relevant knowledge products;
  • Contribute to relevant knowledge networks and communities of practice;
  • Perform any other related task as per the request of the DRM PO, PM and DRR Unit Head.
Impact of Results:

Provision of technical support and effective and integrated management of the activities related to CRM through CBDRM approach and linked to EPR mechanisms such as national and districts EWSs and EoCs will ensure delivery of CDRMP objectives in compliance with UNDP rules and procedures and will impact efficient delivery of CDRMP results and outputs, fiscal and human resource management and administration.

Compétences

Corporate Competencies:
  • Demonstrated high moral integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards, impartiality and discretion and proven capacity of initiative, discretion and autonomy.
  • Promotes the vision, mission and strategy of UNDP.
  • Displays respect to diversity and cultural, gender, religious, race, nationality and age sensitivity.

 Functional Competencies:

  • Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example.
  • Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
Development and Operational Effectiveness
  • Sectoral planning, results based management and reporting.
  • Able to formulate, implement, monitor and evaluate programmes and projects, as well as resource mobilization skills.
  • Able to implement new systems with attitude change among implementing partners.
Management and leadership
  • Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and results for the client and responds positively to feed-back.
  • Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
  • Effective communications skills and ability to establish good working relationships with national and international interlocutors.
  • Demonstrated openness to change and ability to solve problems and manage complexities.
  • Ability to work and act under pressure and with discretion in a politically sensitive environment with a minimum of comfort.
  • Ability to travel under harsh conditions within the country whenever required.
  • Excellent team building skills.

Qualifications et expériences requises

Education:

  •  Master Degree in DRM, CRM, Environmental Sciences and any related field.

Experience:

  • At least five years of extensive practical experience in the field of multi-stakeholder and comprehensive development programmes with national and international agencies
  • At least three years of solid experiences on CRM schemes in Nepal 
  • Demonstrated ability to develop strategies, policies, plans and programmes for CRM/climate change adaptation in Nepal.
  • Good knowledge of computer applications especially MS Office.

Language Requirements:

  •  Fluency in English and Nepali at professional level are essential.

Le PNUD s’engage à recruter un personnel divers en termes de genre, de nationalité et de culture. Nous encourageons de même les personnes issues des minorités ethniques, des communautés autochtones ou handicapées à postuler. Toutes les candidatures seront traitées dans la plus stricte confidentialité.