Antecedentes
Under overall guidance of the Country Director and direct supervision of the Team Leader – Climate Resilient Green Growth Unit, Programme Specialist (GEF Portfolio) is responsible for positioning and managing the GEF Portfolio Components of the UNDP CO programme. The Programme Specialist analyzes the global and national political, social, economic and environmental trends that impact the formulation, implementation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio. He/she provides policy and technical advisory services to government counterparts as well as UNCT and other partners, including donors and civil society. The Programme Specialist (GEF Portfolio) promotes and advocates for UN’s and UNDP’s global mandates and priorities related to environment, biodiversity conservation and climate change issues.
The Programme Specialist coordinates and provides technical support and oversight programme/projects implemented via the financial support of the GEF. He/ She works in close collaboration with the different Programme and Operations Teams, Programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP HQs staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society institutions to ensure the successful integration of GEF supported programmes/projects into the CPAP, effective resource mobilization and optimal harmonization and alignment.
Deberes y responsabilidades
Summary of Key Functions:
- Implementation of UNDP- GEF strategies, programmes and projects.
- Management of the country office GEF programme and projects.
- Creation and sustenance of strategic partnership and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy.
- Provision of top quality policy advice and technical support to the Government.
- Facilitation and contribution to knowledge building and management.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Ensures the implementation of UNDP- GEF strategies, programmes and projects focusing on the achievement of the following results:
- To identify areas for support and interventions within GEF focus areas;
- Lead the preparation of project ideas/concept note as part of country programme in collaboration with GEF focal point;
- Facilitate the formulation of project identification form(PIF) and development of full flagged programme, approval, LPAC, co-financing and commencement of programme in collaboration with relevant stakeholders;
- Champion the GEF initiatives and strengthen integration to the CO programmes/projects to access resources, share good practice and promote innovation for best results;
- Support to Head of Cluster in coordinating and monitoring implementation of UNDAF (2010-2016) outcomes on environment and sustainable development in partnership with other UN Agencies.
2. Management of the country office GEF programme and projects focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation and evaluation phases, achieving the following results:
- Effective application of RBM tools, establishment of management targets (BSC) and monitoring achievement of results;
- Design and formulation of CO programme within the area of responsibility, translating UNDP’s priorities into local interventions. Coordination of programme implementation with the executing agencies. Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones;
- Initiation of a project, presentation of the project to appraisal committee, entering project into Atlas; finalization of contribution agreement; determination of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises, closure of projects through review. Programme Analyst can perform functions of Manager Level 1 in Atlas for POs and vouchers approval, participates in recruitment processes for projects;
- Develop and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation system for project that meets the requirements of the CO, GEF and partners;
- Issuance of AWP, monitor implementation of the work plan and timetable, budget revisions as necessary;
- Financial management – Conducting budget revisions, verifying expenditures, advancing funds, issuing combined delivery reports, ensuring no over-expenditure of budget;
- Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identification of operational and financial problems, design and implement solutions. Participation in audit of NEX projects;
- Aggregate reports including donor reports are regularly prepared on activities, outputs and outcomes;
- Organize project review, such as steering committee meetings, joint monitoring as outlined in project document and agreed with UNDP, implementing partners and GEF;
- Facilitate mid-term and final evaluations – prepare TOR, hire personnel, plan and facilitate mission / meetings / debriefing, circulate draft and final reports.
3. Ensures strategic partnership and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy in collaboration with other Unit in the CO, focusing on the achievement of the following results:
- Strengthen partnership with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society organization in the priority thematic areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs and GEF priorities;
- Secure funding to support activities, events and programmes that promote and support GEF focus areas;
- Develop close working relationships with GEF and other partner and ensure close engagement in initiatives that enhance the global impacts of GEF programmes and contributes to wards common goals;
- Organize meetings, seminars, training and public events to support information exchange across different sectors and among partners;
- Analysis information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects;
- Actively contribute to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.
4. Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and policy support, focusing on the achievement of the following results:
- Provide high level technical support and advise to implementing partners (Government) and other partners for the successful implementation of programmes/projects;
- Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals;
- Spearhead the provision of policy advisory services on GEF programme management;
- Advocate and support for the design policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners;
- Coordinate internal and external reviews of policies and strategies and support the implementation of recommendations.
5. Facilitation and contribution to knowledge building and management.
- Sound contribution to knowledge forums and communities of practice;
- Systematic recording of best practices and lessons learnt in the areas of engagement;
- Participate in national and international networks and events related to his/her portfolio;
- Facilitate and prepare policy briefs, programme analysis and research;
- Organize and facilitate training for CO and partners staff on Environment, GEF programme.
Competencias
Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
- Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies:
Knowledge Management and Learning
- Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office
- In-depth knowledge on development issues
- Ability to advocate and provide policy advice
- 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
- Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
- Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources
- Strong IT skills
- Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change
Management and Leadership
- Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback
- Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
- Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
- Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
- Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
- Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Habilidades y experiencia requeridas
Education:
- Master’s Degree or equivalent in Ecology, Natural Resources management, Environment Management, Environment Sciences, Agricultural economics, Development Studies/Development Managment with environment specialization; or any related field of study.
Experience:
- Five years of experience in programme and project design and management, with specialized experience in environment, natural resources management, climate change adaptation and mitigation; policy analysis and development programming at the national/international level; resource mobilization;
- Knowledge and experience of UN/UNDP’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations and national implementation experience is an asset.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in English.