UN WOMEN Jobs - 4931- Deputy Regional Programme Manager

Deputy Regional Programme Manager

Advertised on behalf of

UN WOMEN

Location :

Suva, FIJI

Type of Contract :

ALD International

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

02-Jun-08 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

ALD-3

Duration of Initial Contract :

One year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Two years

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

In the context of a new programme for UNIFEM Pacific Subregional office funded by AusAID, covering PNG, Vanuatu and Solomon Islands, the Deputy Regional Program Manager will deputise for the RPM on all core Program management functions as required and will provide executive and administrative backup to the RPM. The DRPM will ensure the harmonisation of all aspects of the program implementation with global gender equality commitments and the UNIFEM Strategic Plan 2008-11. During inception the candidate will assist the RPM to develop and operationalise MOUs with major regional and national implementing partners including NWMs, MNOs, other CSOs and local governments. The Deputy RPM will serve as the focal point for coordination Mandated National Organisations working to engender national governance across PIC's and provide a helpdesk with networking, learning and communication support to these lead agencies in all participating countries.

The Deputy RPM will have strong technical expertise in the gender and governance area and hands on experience in regional and global movements to advance women's political representation. Responsible for the implementation of outcomes 2 to 4 in all Pacific countries, the candidate will be the focal point for coordination of activities to engender national governance across participating countries and will provide a helpdesk with networking, learning and communication support to lead agencies in all participating countries. The candidate will work directly with Mandated National Organisations (MNOs) to progress gender equality at parliamentary level and will liaise with national, multilateral, bilateral partners in implementing parliamentary, electoral and leadership programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist the Regional Program Manager with the preparation of all project documentation including program operations, policies, procedures, planning and management proforma mechanisms and systems
Develop and operationalise strategies to ensure understanding and advancement of gender equality by all key actors an partners in program implementation and delivery
Collaborate with the UNIFEM PRO Gender Specialist(s) to design appropriate gender training for all program staff at national and Local levels, and key regional, national and local partner organisations involved in project implementation
Convene and chair the Regional TAG
Guide National Program Coordinators in the establishment and oversighting of National TAGs
Assist the RPM with representations to Donor Partners, Intergovernmental Agencies, National Governments, Ministries or Departments responsible for local level Government as required
Assist the RPM with Program liaison and communications across the UN system, in the 3 Country Offices (Fiji, Samoa and PNG)
Establish effective working relationships, communication and networking with Mandated National Organisations that lead in the coordination of national level programs to support women's advance women's political representation and the engendering of national government and political institutions
Travel as required to PICs to monitor and coordinate national program inception and pan-Pacific program support activities
Backstop and deputise the Regional Programme Manager as required
Harmonize Program policies and operational plans with global Gender Equality standards, targets and indicators (of CEDAW, BPA, CPA, the MDGs, UNSCR 1325 and the Commonwealth Pacific Programs of Action)
Link program implementation with national efforts to implement and report to treaty bodies and regional and global forums on gender equality (CEDAW, MDGs, UNSCR 1325)

Competencies

Able to deputise manager in all aspects of project management as required
Familiarity with gender and ability to advocate and articulate gender equality and the empowerment of women throughout program management and operations
Familiarity with UN programs and administrative systems and ability to work effectively to promote joint programming at regional and national level
Competent in the Rights Based Approach to Development and in the preparation of project documents, reports, reviews and all other records
Competent in designing and oversighting individual learning and organisational capacity building programs for a staff team and local partner organisations with a range of formal educational qualifications
Strong leadership and management skills and ability to backstop the Regional Program Manager and support all National Program Coordinators across all aspects of project management
Conflict mediation and dispute resolution skills
Leadership and public speaking skills
Team building skills
Regional liaison, communication and networking skills

Required Skills and Experience

Masters degree in Management or Development Studies
At least 5 years experience in senior program management and operations at national and regional level.
Training and experience in Gender and Governance programs
Demonstrated ability to work effectively across the Pacific Region with governments and civil society organisations
Good knowledge of the Pacific Women's Movement in the Pacific, including familiarity with Government Women's Machinery policies, plans, progress on CEDAW and programs to advance Gender capacity
Ability to conceptualise, negotiate and implement joint programming and programs within the UN system and development partner community.
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of other UN languages is desirable.