Emplois au PNUD - 40036- Programme Associate (Energy and Environment)

Programme Associate (Energy and Environment)

Lieu :

Minsk, BELARUS

Type de contrat :

FTA Local

Date de commencement :

29-Nov-2013

Date limite de candidature :

03-Nov-13 (Minuit New York, États-Unis)

Niveau du poste :

GS-6

Durée du contrat initial

one year

Langues requises :

Anglais Russe

Durée prévue de la mission :

extendable

Le PNUD s’engage à recruter un personnel divers en termes de genre, de nationalité et de culture. Nous encourageons de même les personnes issues des minorités ethniques, des communautés autochtones ou handicapées à postuler. Toutes les candidatures seront traitées dans la plus stricte confidentialité. Le PNUD ne tolère pas l’exploitation et / ou les atteintes sexuelles, ni aucune forme de harcèlement, y compris le harcèlement sexuel, et / ou toutes formes de discrimination. Tous/tes les candidats/tes selectectionnes /ées devront ainsi se soumettre à de rigoureuses vérifications relatives aux références fournies ainsi qu’à leurs antécédents.

Historique

Please read carefully the below information. Before you apply on-line, please download and fill in the P11 form (UNDP personal history form), that should be attached to your on-line application.

UNDP will use a transparent and competitive screening process, though will only contact those applicants in whom there is further interest. No telephone inquires will be entertained. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Only the UNDP PERSONAL HISTORY FORM (P11) will be considered for screening of applications! It can be downloaded at the following link:UNDP Personal History Form

Under the overall guidance of the DRR and direct supervision of the Programme Analyst (Energy & Environment), the Programme Associate ensures effective delivery of the CO programme by entering and managing data and supporting programme implementation consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.

The Programme Associate can supervise clerical and support staff of the Programme Unit. The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the CO and UNDP HQs as required for resolving complex finance-related issues and exchange of information.
Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:

Support to formulation of programme strategies and implementation of the Country Programme Action Plan
Support to management of the CO programme
Administrative support to the Programme Unit
Support to resource mobilization
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Devoirs et responsabilités

Supports formulation of programme strategies and implementation of the Country Programme Action Plan focusing on achievement of the following results:

Collection, analysis and presentation of background information for preparation of CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP, effective application of RBM tools and establishment of management targets (BSC).
Presentation of background information for formulation of country programme, draft project documents, work plans, budgets, proposals on implementation arrangements.

Provides effective support to management of the CO programme focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Creation of projects in Atlas, preparation of required budget revisions, revision of project award and project status, determination of unutilized funds, operational and financial close of a project.
Provision of guidance to the executing agencies and implementing entities on routine implementation of projects.
Provision of guidance to the projects teams on routine implementation of projects.
Presentation of information for audit of NEX projects, support of audit recommendations implementation; support of assurance activities

Provides administrative support to the Programme Unit focusing on achievement of the following results:

Review and certification of NEX projects Financial Reports and requests for funding.
Preparation of payment and recruitment requests; proper control of supporting documents.
Drafting TORs for experts; inputs in drafting donors’ reports and various letters to support projects implementation
Timely corrective actions on unposted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions, unapproved vouchers.
Creation of vouchers and requisitions in Atlas for development projects; register of goods receipt in Atlas as requested.
Taking notes during meeting and drafting minutes as requested.
Translation of documents as requested

Supports resource mobilization focusing on achievement of the following results:

Analysis of information on donors, preparation of donor’s profile.
Track and reporting on mobilized resources. Review of contributions agreement, managing contributions in Atlas.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO focusing on achievement of the following results:

Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on programme.
Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in programme.
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Compétences

Functional Competencies:

Contributing to results through provision of information
Provides information and documentation on specific stages of projects/programme implementation
Provides background information to identify opportunities for project development and helps drafting proposals
Responds positively to new approaches
Maintains database of project files
Provides data and information needed for preparation of project documents
Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures
Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position
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
Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools, and utilizes these regularly in work assignments
Maintains effective client relationships
Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion
Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
Responds to client needs promptly

Core Competencies:

Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
Self-development, initiative-taking
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
Creating synergies through self-control
Managing conflict
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
Informed and transparent decision making

Qualifications et expériences requises

Education:
Secondary Education. University Degree, preferably in the field of environmental protection, would be desirable, but it is not a requirement.

Experience:
6 years of progressively responsible administrative or programme experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and Russian.