Executive Secretary for Global Compact Brazilian Committee (Secretário/a Executivo/a para o Comitê Brasileiro do Pacto Global)


Location : São Paulo, BRAZIL
Application Deadline :20-Oct-11 (Midnight New York, USA)
Type of Contract :Service Contract
Post Level :SB-5
Languages Required :

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
Launched by the United Nations in July 2000, the UN Global Compact is both a policy platform and a practical framework for companies that are committed to sustainability and responsible business practices. The Global Compact Networks are clusters of Global Compact participants who come together to advance the initiative at regional or local level. Their role is to support companies in their efforts in implementing the Global Compact, while also creating opportunities for multi-stakeholder engagement and collective action. The Global Compact Brazilian Committee (CBPG in Portuguese) was created in 2003. It is a voluntary group with the objective of promoting the Global Compact Principles in the management of enterprises operating in Brazil, as a means of strengthening corporate social responsibility in the country. Beginning in January 2011, UNDP Brazil will be the focal point of the Global Compact in Brazil and will coordinate the support to the CBPG. Also in January 2011 began the two year term of office of the elected Board of Directors, composed of representatives os Braskem, CPFL, Itaipu, Petrobras and Nutrimental.

Under the overall guidance of Board of Directors of CBPG and the supervision of the Coordinator for Strategic Planning and the Executive Secretary will provide leadership in the implementation and execution of the 2011-2012 Strategic Plan for the Global Compact network in Brazil and technical support to the work of CBPG

The Executive Secretary works in close collaboration with the Global Compact Brazilian Committee, and its Executive Board, as well as with UNDP Country Office as required exchanging information and supporting program implementation.


Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions:

- Organize, convene and participate in ordinary and extraordinary meetings of the CBPG and the Board of Directors of the Brazilian network; represent the CBPG in national or international meetings and events;
- Liaise with the enterprises of the CBPG (35), Brazilian network (350), UNDP and the United Nations, and articulate initiatives with public institutions and other organizations promoting CBPG capacity as a reliable partner to national counterparts;
- Follow up the implementation of the Strategic Plan and ensure coordination of sectoral activities of six task forces;
- Follow up of the management of the contributions of the members of the CBPG according to UNDP rules and regulations and as stated in the cost sharing agreement letter.
- Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing and advocacy for GC principles and Millenium Development Goals.

1. Convene and organize ordinary and extraordinary meetings of the CBPG and the Board of Directors of the Brazilian network and represent the CBPG in national or international meetings and events;

Organize meetings of CBPG, Commissions, training workshops and events, like the private sector track of Rio +20.
Revise minutes of CBPG and Board meetings and reports in consultation with UNDP; 
Represent CBPG as required by the Board of Directors or the CBPG
Participate in meetings of CBPG Task Forces.

2. Liaise with the enterprises of the Brazilian network, UNDP and the United Nations and articulate initiatives with public institutions and other organizations;

Facilitate new membership
Training and capacity building of new signatories of the Global Compact
Control of compliance with Communications of Progress
Articulate Global Compact initiatives with public institutions and other organizations
Dissemination of Global Compact Principles
Coordinate with UNDP contacts and relationships with other UN agencies and with the Global Compact Office
Contributes to the Secretariat of the Global Compact activities and related global initiatives.

3. Follow up the implementation of the of the Strategic Plan;

Manage the achievement of targets established by CBPG concerning the growth in the number of signatories, and other indicators established in the Strategic Planning
Development of strategic partnerships to mobilize resources;
Monitoring of initiatives approved by the strategic planning, including planned activities, time schedules, targets and budgets
Articulate the task-force work plans with the strategic planning of CBPG


4. Follow up of the management of the contributions of the members of the CBPG according to UNDP rules and regulations as stated in the cost sharing agreement letter.

Monitoring of budget and proposal of budgets revisions
Preparation of financial statements to be presented to CBPG in coordination with UNDP
Control of payment of CBPG contributions to the Secretariat
Promotes fund raising for CBPG activities

6. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing focusing on achievement of the following results: 

Holding of training workshops to actual or potential signatories. 
Identification, synthesis and dissemination of best practices and lessons learned. 
Supervision of updates of contents of the internet site of the Global Compact – Brazil. 
Preparation of status and progress reports
Supports the establishment of communication mechanisms among CBPG members

Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the overall efficiency of Brazilian Committee of the Global Compact and on the success in implementation of its strategies. Accurate analysis, data entry and presentation of information contribute to proper implementation of the CBPG Strategic Planning 2011-2012.


Competencies
Corporate Competencies: 

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards 
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability


Functional Competencies: 
National representativeness 
Leadership capacity 
Access to main leaders of Brazilian enterprises. 
Proven capacity to maintain dialog with the government


Operational Effectiveness 
Ability to organize and coordinate results-oriented planning, monitoring and evaluation. 
Good conceptual and analytical abilities and communication skills.

Management and Leadership 
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to critical feedback. 
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude 
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities 
Effective teamwork, shows conflict resolution skills and demonstrates mentoring 
Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback 
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills


Required Skills and Experience

Education
Post graduate studies or MBA or Master’s Degree or higher degree in Management, Social Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability, International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Marketing or related sciences.
Master’s Degree and PhD in Administration, Marketing or fields related to sustainability issues will be considered an asset.
Specialization in Social Corporate Responsibility or Sustainability is a plus.

Experience
5 years of relevant experience at national or international level including managerial experience and/or management of multi stakeholder network. Each additional year up to 10 years of experience will be considered.

Proven experience in dealing with management level and company boards.
Proven experience in the area of corporate social responsibility.
Previous working experience with the United Nations or any of its initiatives is an asset

Experience working in the private sector, social responsibility, fund raising or mobilization of the private sector will also be considered.

Language Requirements
Fluency in Portuguese.
Advanced knowledge of English (speaking, reading and writing).
Working knowledge of Spanish.
Fluency in English is highly desirable. Fluency in Spanish will be considered a plus.

Importante:
- The candidate must have Brazilian Nationality or be legally authorized to work in the country

Submissão de candidaturas:
Clique em "Apply Now". Após preencher os campos solicitados, clique em "Submit Application", você DEVERÁ anexar o formulário denominado UNDP Personal History Form - P11 na página seguinte que surgirá . Este formulário poderá ser encontrado em nosso site: http://www.pnud.org.br/recrutamento/P11_Personal_history_form.doc 

Apenas as candidaturas preenchidas e submetidas através do formulário serão consideradas para análise.

"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".

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