UNDP Jobs - 13591- Stabilization Provincial Coordination Officer

Stabilization Provincial Coordination Officer

Location :

North Kivu, CONGO, DEM. REPUBLIC

Type of Contract :

FTA International

Starting Date :

15-Dec-2009

Application Deadline :

08-Dec-09 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

P-4

Duration of Initial Contract :

One Year

Languages Required :

English French

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

A Stabilization Support Unit was established in Goma within the framework of the MONUC Integrated Office and the Eastern Coordination in June 2008 to coordinate and support the implementation of the UN Security and Stabilization Support Strategy (UNSSSS) for Eastern DRC. The development of the GoDRC Stabilization and Reconstruction Plan (STAREC), which has led both to the expansion of the scope of stabilization efforts as well as increased momentum and support from the international community, underscores the importance of ensuring adequate capacity to support the coordination, implementation and monitoring of international assistance in this context. The primary objective of the SSU is to ensure strategic, programmatic and financial coherence and coordination of international support within the framework of the GoDRC Plan, and to serve as a resource for national and international actors.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions:
Under the supervision of the Stabilization Team Leader and the MONUC Head of Office in North Kivu, the Provincial Coordination Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

Support the Stabilization Team Leader and MONUC Head of Office in coordinating and supervising the implementation of UNSSSS interventions in North Kivu;
Collaborating closely with relevant national, UN and international partners on the development of provincial work plans, programmes and strategies related to stabilization at provincial level;
Help coordinate, organize and participate in assessments and field missions related to stabilization, including with MONUC Military and Administration and national partners (STAREC and provincial authorities);
Participate in awareness-raising on stabilization issues in close collaboration with the Public Information Division (PID);
Prepare planning, analytical and other documentation related to the stabilization strategy as requested;
Support the management and organization of coordination meetings; provide programmatic advice and support to mission, UNCT and national partners, and help identify and resolve problems as they arise;
Support the management and organization of coordination meetings, and in particular Stabilization Joint Technical Committees;
Track progress and delivery in project implementation;
Help identify and resolve problems as they arise;
The incumbent will be required to maintain a regularly updated database of information, both substantive and financial, on the operational activities of the UN System and other international partners in order to provide rapidly ad hoc reports whenever it is necessary;
Within the scope of above responsibilities, the incumbent may be requested to undertake special assignments as requested.

Impact of Results:

The UN is able to accurately assess the impact of stabilization efforts, and focus its capacities and resources accordingly;
UN and other international actors support stabilization efforts in an integrated, coherent and efficient manner;
The sustainability of stabilization efforts is ensured and serves as a platform for longer-term recovery and development;
There is a clear and shared understanding of UN efforts in support of stabilization.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission and strategic goals of the UN;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional (UN) Competencies:

Communicates clearly and concisely both in speaking and in writing;
Coordinates the work of individuals in different organizations or departments by encouraging cooperation while not commanding;
Is able to create an extensive media network internationally and nationally and to develop contacts in the DRC with the UN, government, media and NGOs;
Excellent interpersonal skills ability to establish good working relationships with national and international partners.

HC/RC office specific:

Ideally demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of the DRC’s socio-economic and political situation, as well as that of rules and regulations and field operations;
Ability to work under pressure in a high-level office outside regular office hours without compromising quality;
High moral integrity, diplomacy, impartiality and discretion and proven ability to work in a politically sensitive and challenging environment.

Other:

Focuses on impact and result for the client;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in social sciences, political science, law, international relations, development studies, or related fields.

Experience:

At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience at national and international levels in programmatic or coordination positions (preferably in inter-agency coordination). Experience working within a UN integrated peacekeeping operation or UN agency, post-conflict zones or a hardship non-family duty station would be an advantage.
Work experience in post-conflict settings.
UN experience and experience in the region would be a major asset.

Language Requirements:

Fluent written and spoken in French and English.