Consultant: Accrediting Facilitator on BRIDGE Strategic and Financial Planning Foundational Module Course


Location : Chisinau, MOLDOVA
Application Deadline :24-Feb-10 (Midnight New York, USA)
Type of Contract :Individual Contract
Post Level :International Consultant
Languages Required :
 English  
Duration of Initial Contract :2 weeks

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 mission shall be carried out under the overall supervision of the UNDP Electoral Support to Moldova Project office, and in close collaboration with the Chief Technical Advisor to the CEC and the Project Manager. The relevant CEC counterparts should be closely consulted.
 
The specific objectives of the mission of the Accrediting Facilitator on BRIDGE Strategic and Financial Planning Foundational Module Course will be to:
  • lead preparation and customization of the BRIDGE Strategic and Financial Planning Foundational Module Course;
  • guide conducting of the BRIDGE Strategic and Financial Planning Foundational Module Course in close cooperation with the Expert Trainer for Strategic and Financial Planning;
  • guide full BRIDGE facilitator accreditation phase for 2-3 semi-accredited facilitators of the beneficiary.
 
The course should be conducted for the selected pool of participants, including CEC members, CEC training department staff and NGO representatives. The Accrediting Facilitator is expected to recommend on the content of the course agenda and further revision of modules.
 
The mission shall last for not more than 2 weeks period, and it should be completed by the end of March 2010. The Accrediting Facilitator will have up to one working week for the preparation and customization of the course and one working week for conducting the course. The costs to be covered include: consultancy fees, DSA and travel. The mission will be fully financed by the UNDP Electoral Support to Moldova Project.
 
The Accrediting Facilitator should be ready to arrive to Chisinau, Moldova at latest 3 working days prior to commencement of the course, and run the two week program by the end of March 2010. The exact dates of the course will be set by the “Electoral Support to Moldova” Project, in consultation with the Moldovan CEC and selected facilitators.   


Duties and Responsibilities
Through the “Electoral Support to Moldova” Project, United Nations Development Programme is assisting the Central Electoral Commission of Moldova (CEC) in democratic development in Moldova through strengthening of the electoral processes over the electoral cycles up to 2013. 
 
“Electoral Support to Moldova” Project is seeking an Accrediting Facilitator to prepare, customize and conduct a BRIDGE Strategic and Financial Planning Foundational Module Course, leading to full accreditation of 2-3 semi-accredited BRIDGE facilitators proposed by the beneficiary.
 
Specific Activities
In light of the above, under the overall supervision of the UNDP Electoral Support to Moldova Project, the Accrediting Facilitator will:
 
  • Lead preparation and customization of the BRIDGE Strategic and Financial Planning Foundational Module Course;
  • Guide conducting of the BRIDGE Strategic and Financial Planning Foundational Module Course;
  • Guide full BRIDGE facilitator accreditation phase for 2-3 semi-accredited facilitators of the beneficiary;
  • Draft course report with recommendations for further training program to be taken.
Key deliverables and timetable:
  • BRIDGE Strategic and Financial Planning Foundational Module Course;
  • Course report with recommendations for further training program to be taken.

Competencies
  • Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
  • Promotes the vision, mission and strategic goals of the UN system;
  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
  • Treats all people fairly without favouritism.
  • Demonstrates sound knowledge of i) UN rules, regulations, policies, procedures and best practices in the electoral assistance field; ii) electoral management issues, including the different steps of the electoral cycle;
  • Excellent negotiation and representational skills, at senior level (with multi-laterals);
  • Displays analytical judgment and demonstrated ability to handle confidential and politically sensitive issues in a responsible and mature manner;
  • Demonstrates strong intellectual and operational capacity in providing and coordinating advisory services to stakeholders in electoral processes, specifically to EMBs;
  • Builds solid client relationships with strong networking and advocacy skills; focuses on impact and results;
  • Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
  • Demonstrated ability to multitask under pressure and to meet strict deadlines often under hardship conditions;
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to work effectively in teams, delivering through and with others;
  • Self-management, including conflict management/negotiating skills.


Required Skills and Experience
  • Full BRIDGE accreditation at least at the level of Accrediting Facilitator;
  • University Degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations or related discipline; Masters degree – an advantage;
  • In-depth knowledge of BRIDGE program;
  • Experience of capacity building and training activities; 
  • Previous facilitation or co-facilitation of BRIDGE core modules;
  • Previous facilitation or co-facilitation of BRIDGE module on Strategic and Financial Planning;
  • Experience in working with transitional and emerging democracies;
  • Professional experience in strategic and financial planning matters;
  • Computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint);
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English;
  • Knowledge of Russian and/or Romanian would be an advantage.

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