Jobs - 13670- International Consultant: ADAM and Donor Coordinat

International Consultant: ADAM and Donor Coordination Specialist

Location :

Tashkent, UZBEKISTAN

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

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

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Two months, January-February 2010

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

The Paris Pact Initiative is well established as a key international partnership for countering the traffic in and consumption of opiates originating in West Asia. Phase I: UNODC project number GLOI05) produced a consultative framework and piloted an automated donor assistance mechanism (ADAM). Phase II continued the benefits of the first phase as well as strengthened analytical capacity in priority locations, brought ADAM to technical maturity and, together with the Rainbow Strategy, provided evidence for partner countries on which to base policy. Building on these accomplishments, Phase III will deliver more focused evidence for action, identify and recommend targeted interventions for mitigating the trafficking and consumption of West Asian opiates, enhance further the coordination of technical assistance, and, establish an infrastructure for mutual support, cooperation and development between the Paris Pact, the Rainbow Strategy and future related programmes.The Paris Pact Initiative is well established as a key international partnership for countering the traffic in and consumption of opiates originating in West Asia. Phase I: UNODC project number GLOI05) produced a consultative framework and piloted an automated donor assistance mechanism (ADAM). Phase II continued the benefits of the first phase as well as strengthened analytical capacity in priority locations, brought ADAM to technical maturity and, together with the Rainbow Strategy, provided evidence for partner countries on which to base policy. Building on these accomplishments, Phase III will deliver more focused evidence for action, identify and recommend targeted interventions for mitigating the trafficking and consumption of West Asian opiates, enhance further the coordination of technical assistance, and, establish an infrastructure for mutual support, cooperation and development between the Paris Pact, the Rainbow Strategy and future related programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision and policy guidance of the UNODC ROCA National Programme Officer the International Consultant/ ADAM and Donor Coordination Specialist will be responsible to deliver the following outputs:

Competencies

Output I - beginning of February 2010:

assist program management to review counter narcotics assistance in the region and identify relevant gaps and areas for interventions;
assist program management in developing a resource mobilization strategy, including monitoring calls for proposals and drafting concept notes and project documents as required;
advise and assist program management in preparation of required reports for the organizations, donors and relevant authorities as requested.

Output II - end of March 2010;

develop systems for ensuring that reports are in line with UNODC standards and donor requirements;
advise program management in regard to plans, proposals and budgets for new projects / project extensions;
assist Strategic Analysts to review data submitted by national authorities in the region in order to measure the impact of UNODC and Governments/organizations’ project activities;
jointly with Strategic Analysts improve elaboration of papers, power point presentations, contributions on drug and crime trends, etc; as well as other information and tools that will facilitate the coordination and strategic orientation of technical assistance at the field level.
develop a strategy for increasing use of the Associated Donor Assistance Mechanism (ADAM) in the region.

Required Skills and Experience

Academic Requirements:

Advanced University degree in international relations, the social sciences, law or other relevant academic disciplines.

Experience:

2-3 years work of relevant experience. Practical work experience within the United Nations system is an asset.

Required skills:

Knowledge of the region’s political, socio-economic situation. Knowledge of donor reporting requirements and UNODC reporting standards. Experience in drafting concept notes, project documents, costed work plans.

Languages:

Fluency in English and excellent English writing skills. Working knowledge of at least one of the languages spoken in the region is an asset.

Computer skills:

Proficiency in current office software applications (Excel, Word).

Other skills:

Good communication skills.

Application Process:

All interested and qualified candidates should apply on-line through the UNDP website at http://www.undp.uz . The UNDP will only accept applications submitted on-line via http://www.undp.uz.

Please ensure that before making on-line application, you have completed the UNDP Personal History Form (P11). The electronic version of the P11 can be downloaded from http://www.undp.uz (Job Opportunities Section). The completed P11 form further should be uploaded while applying on-line.

The deadline for submission of application is COB 8 December 2009. Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date December 8 will not be given for consideration.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be notified. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The position is open for the Uzbekistan citizens only.

For more detailed information about UNDP Uzbekistan please visit our website at http://www.undp.uz