Background

The United Nations system in Indonesia works as a team to develop the best strategy to respond to national needs and plans, building on agency asset. To support its operations, UN Indonesia is opening vacancy for roster of qualified personnel.Candidates will be assessed by UN Human Resources team for particular type/level of function.

Candidates are requested to carefully review the minimum requirements for advertised posts before making a decision to apply. These minimum requirements are stipulated on each vacancy announcement. Depending on the position, other factors to be evaluated may include national versus international experience; progressively responsible and/or diversified experiences at the level of managerial/leadership responsibility held; and, knowledge of a particular geographic region, including local languages.

Selection process will be conducted without regard to race, creed or sex and, so far as is practicable, selection of candidate shall be made on a competitive basis. Qualified candidate who are selected will remain on the roster for 12 months from the date of advertisement and will be contacted by UN agencies as soon as the need for the post arises.

Please note, all applications must be received before the vacancy notice closing deadline. Due to the volume of applications received only those candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.

I. Organizational Context

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the ARR(P) or Programme Specialist, the Programme Analyst analyzes political, social and economic trends and participates in the formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within a portfolio.

The Programme Analyst can supervise and lead programme support staff. The Programme Analyst works in close collaboration with the CO Management Support and Business Development, Programme and Operations teams, programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP HQs staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

• Implementation of programme strategies
• Management of the CO programme
• Creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy 
• Provision of top quality advisory services to the Government and  facilitation of knowledge building and management

The functions/duties/ key results of this job description are generic and should be adapted according to practice area specialization.

1.    Ensures implementation of  programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country and preparation of substantive inputs to CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP and other documents.
• Analysis and synthesis of proposals on the areas for support and interventions within the practice area specialization assigned.

2.    Participates in effective management of the CO programme within the practice area specialization assigned  focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the  following results:

• Design and formulation of some parts of CO programme within the area of responsibility, translating UNDP’s priorities into local interventions.
• Initiation of a project, presentation of the project to PAC), finalization of contribution agreement; determination of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises, closure of projects through review. Programme Analyst performs functions of Manager Level 1 in Atlas for POs and vouchers approval (if authorized by SM), participates in recruitment processes for projects.
• Application of conceptual models in support of programme design
• Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions. Participation in audit of NEX projects.
• Preparation of inputs for reporting, including donor reporting.

3.   Supports creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy   focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.

4.   Provides top quality advisory services to the Government and  ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

•  Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country policy goals.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Organization of training for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues.
• Professional growth through active learning.

III. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the success of country programme within specific areas of cooperation. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design, operation and programming of activities, creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.

Competencies

IV. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

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
• 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 apply conceptual models in support of formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources
• Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit
• 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
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

Prince2 training and certification, RMG

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:   

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in political or social sciences or related field

Experience:   

• Up to 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services and hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Experience in the use of computers and office software packages and handling of web based management systems

Language Requirements:   

• Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station

ALL APPLICANT MUST COMPLETE P11 FORM AND SUBMIT AS PART OF THEIR APPLICATION . Click here to down load the form P11

Female candidates are encouraged to apply