Background

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the UN Core Group to oversee the establishment and management of effective mechanisms for strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation of UNDAF implementation based on the UNDAF Results Matrix and the UNDAF Monitoring and Evaluation Plan in consultation with UN Agencies, Government, civil society, multilateral and bilateral institutions. Support implementation of monitoring activities stipulated in the Monitoring and Evaluation Plan and any other agreed by the UNCT;
• Participation in the work of UN teams, task forces, and thematic groups organized around the UNDAF outcomes and UNS workplan priorities, including support for monitoring and evaluation within the context of the UNDAF Results Matrix, the UNDAF M&P Plan. Preparation of high quality documents summarizing the developments in the UNDAF areas of cooperation;
• Support the UNCT in the identification of strengths and weaknesses in UN Agencies programmes in the context of UNDAF, UN System reform and MDGs. Provision of advice on adjusting strategies and implementation modalities, cost-effective and efficient implementation of joint UN programmes;
• Support the UN Core Group in identifying national policies and institutions that require strengthening to ensure effective UNDAF implementation and provision of advice in close consultation with UNCT;
• Coordination of the preparation of proposals for funding and drafting of the RC Work Plan and reports;
• Coordination of substantive preparations and support provided for UNCT retreat to review the annual workplan and other UNCT meetings;
• Administring the Support to the Resident Coordinator (SRC) fund and other funds dedicated to UNCT activities;
• Reporting on the use of the funds to the UN RC and UNCT, preparing proposal of budget revisions, approving expenditures reports;
• Identification of sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals. Sharing lessons learned and best practices with the RC and the UNCT when necessary;
• Regular contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice;
• Support the implementation of the outreach strategy for partners of the UN system including arrangement of regular forums and events on issues related to UN activities with media, NGOs, communities, etc.;
• Support the management of media and communication strategies of the UNCT;
• Preparation of speakers notes, talking points, speeches for the RC for major UN events of the RC system;
• Development of partnerships with government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society;
• Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of reports on donor strategies;
• Preparation, in close collaboration with the policy staff of relevant UN Agencies, a series of strategic topical meetings with development partners, mixing representatives from Government, UN, NGOs, Academia, business and the donor community – thus visibly enhancing the strategic role of the UN as a convener;
• Coordination of the substantive preparations of the UNCT for meetings, roundtables and other key events in close consultation with appropriate counterparts in government, bilateral and multilateral partners;
• Identification of sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals;
• Provision of referral services for non-resident agencies to access national institutions and processes and for national partners to access the expertise of non-resident agencies;
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Reporting on UNS contributions towards the aims of the Declaration.
• Alignment of bilateral donors with the requirements of the Declaration especially in view of the Government’s own priorities;
• Provision of technical and substantive support to the UN/WB Donor Forum.

Competencies

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
• Knowledge and Learning Management;
• Shares knowledge and experience from within and outside the UN Country Team;
• Encourages UN staff to share knowledge;
• Develops deep understanding in UNDAF, UN System reform and MDGs;
• Ability to lead the implementation of UN programme activities, strengthening of strategic partnerships for UNDAF implementation;
• Ability to build and sustain effective partnerships with UN Agencies and main constituents, advocate effectively, communicate sensitively across different constituencies;
• Focuses on impact and result for the client;
• Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills;
• Establishes priorities for self and other members of the RC office; schedules activities to ensure optimum use of time and resources; monitors performance against development and other objectives and corrects deviations from the course;
• In providing advice to the RC, has the capacity to gather comprehensive information on complex problems or situations; evaluates information accurately and identifies key issues required to resolve problems;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Demonstrates excellent 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;
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view;
• Solicits feedback from staff about the impact of his/her own behavior.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field.

Experience: 

• 5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Knowledge about the UN and RC systems would be an advantage;
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements: 

• Fluency in the English essential. Knowledge of Arabic would be considered an asset.