UNDP Jobs - 56874- Re-advertisement - Programme Analyst for Resilienc

Re-advertisement - Programme Analyst for Resilience and Peacebuilding - (Only for Filipino Nationals)

Location :

Manila, PHILIPPINES

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

15-Dec-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NO-A

Duration of Initial Contract :

Initial one year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

With possible extension depending on performance and funding availability

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 Resilience and Peacebuilding Unit (RPBU) is responsible for the design and implementation of UNDP programmes in areas that are vulnerable to or are affected by natural disasters and armed conflict. It seeks to contribute to national efforts to address the needs of the affected populations and institutions, help build their resilience, and provide support in the transition to long-term and sustainable development. Programmes under RPBU cover conflict prevention and peacebuilding, early recovery/recovery, and disaster risk reduction and management.

Under the overall direction, guidance and supervision of the RPBU Team Leader, the Programme Analyst analyzes political, social and economic trends and participates in the formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities. S/he performs key functions in programme management and implementation, provision of policy advisory services, creation of strategic partnerships and resource mobilization, and knowledge building and management. The Programme Analyst is part of the Country Office RPBU team and works closely with its team members. S/he may supervise and lead programme support staff. S/he works in close collaboration with the Country Office Programme and Operations teams, the Management Support unit, and programme staff in other UN agencies and the UNDP Regional Hub in Bangkok as well as programme staff in UNDP headquarters, New York.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions:

Management and implementation of RPBU strategies and programmes;
Provision of policy advisory services to government and key UNDP partners;
Creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of resource mobilization strategy;
Facilitation of knowledge building and management.

Ensures the effective management and implementation of RPBU programmes focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Provide quality technical inputs in defining overall RPBU strategies, methodologies and approaches ensuring alignment with government objectives and responsiveness of UNDP assistance to the country’s context;
Provides direct assistance to the Team Leader of the RPBU in the management of the portfolio, including performance of supervisory functions in the absence of and as delegated by the Team Leader;
Undertake thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country and prepare substantive inputs to key UN/UNDP planning instruments;
Manage and be accountable for the implementation of specific programs and activities to ensure that service delivery objectives are met;
Provide guidance to UNDP implementing partners and responsible parties to ensure adherence to relevant UNDP rules and regulations;
Contribute in risk assessment processes, preparation and implementation of risk management plans, and recommend measures to mitigate potential implementation challenges;
Plan and implement performance and quality processes needed for effective program development and management ;
Formulate strategies for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of UNDP programs by identifying bottlenecks and the corresponding measures required;
Perform functions for approval of transactions within delegated authority.

Provides policy advisory services to government and key UNDP partners focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Advocate key relevant UN/UNDP policies such as agreements from international conventions/conferences, declarations, UN Security Council resolutions and similar instruments;
Engage with government agencies and participate in and contribute to the development, formulation and review of policies and programs related to crisis prevention and recovery;
Monitor the development of key UNDP partners’ policies and identify impact on and linkages with UNDP policy and interventions;
Gather, analyze and report to UNDP management relevant information on program policy issues and propose strategic recommendations.

Supports the creation of strategic partnerships and resource mobilization focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Identify potential areas of cooperation with key agencies towards ensuring the effective coordination and complementarity of UNDP programmes with that of other key development actors;
Contribute to the establishment , maintenance and strengthening of effective relationships with key traditional and non-traditional donors in resilience and peacebuilding, crisis prevention and recovery;
Keep abreast of the programs and priorities of key donors towards identifying linkages with UNDP priorities and opportunities for resource mobilization and contributing in the achievement of resource mobilization targets;
Liaise with donors on matters related to the management of UNDP contribution agreements and contracts;
Provide analysis, support and direction for the development of new programs and projects, including the development of concept documents and project proposals;
Represent UNDP in meetings on in resilience and peacebuilding, crisis prevention and recovery.

Facilitates knowledge building and management focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Identify good practices and lessons learned directly linked to resilience, peacebuilding and recovery programs and implement strategies for adoption;
Provide technical inputs to knowledge networks and participate in communities of practice in peacebuilding, crisis prevention and recovery;
Formulate strategies for the development of knowledge products towards ensuring the effective documentation and dissemination of UNDP results in resilience and peacebuilding, crisis prevention and recovery;
Promote organizational learning by culling findings and recommendations from the evaluation of UNDP programs ensuring that these are addressed and applied in succeeding programs.

Performs other functions as maybe assigned by supervisor.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

Demonstrates integrity by modelling 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.

Functional Competencies

Organizes and accurately completes multiple tasks by establishing priorities while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships;
Plans, coordinates and organizes workload while remaining aware of changing priorities and competing deadlines;
Building Partnerships: Establishes, builds and maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues;
Innovation and Marketing new approaches: Generates new ideas, approaches, researches, best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things; Documents and analyzes innovative strategies and new approaches.

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Excellent writing skills
Knowledge of basic quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis;
Knowledge of human rights-based approaches to programming;
Knowledge of gender considerations;
Knowledge of Results Based Management (RBM) principles and participatory approaches;
Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position;
Ability to formulate and manage budgets; manage contributions and investments; manage transactions; and conduct financial analysis, reporting and cost-recovery;
Analyzes the requirements and synthesizes proposals;
Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning;
Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments.

Knowledge and Learning Management

Excellent knowledge of monitoring and the application of methodology: Good understanding of capacity assessment methodologies; excellent ability to identify significant capacity building opportunities;
Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change;
Promote knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example.

Self Management

Focuses on impact and result for the client;
Establishes priorities for self and other members of the office;
Schedules activities to ensure optimum use of time and resources; monitors performance against development and other objectives and corrects deviations from the course;
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;
Informed and transparent decision-making.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Development Management, Peace and Conflict Studies, social sciences or other related fields.

Experience:

Progressive experience at the national or international level in the management and implementation of development, peacebuilding or crisis prevention and recovery programmes;
Experience in the use of computers and office software and handling of web-bases management systems.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Tagalog.

Application:

The selected candidate will receive a salary that is commensurate with his/her background and work experience. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online and attach the UN Personal History Form (P.11), available in our website http://www.ph.undp.org/content/philippines/en/home/operations/jobs/ on or before 30 June 2015. Kindly note that only completed P.11 forms will be reviewed. Please group all your documents into one (1) single PDF document as the system only allows to upload maximum one document.

UNDP is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that we will contact only the short-listed candidates.