Antecedentes

The position is located in the Office of the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Yangon Myanmar. The incumbent reports to the Resident Coordinator.

Under the supervision of the Resident/Humanitarian Coordinator, the National Coordination Officer and Political Analyst provides support to the Resident Coordinator and will be responsible for the following duties.

Deberes y responsabilidades

Reviews and monitors, in consultation with the appropriate national person's activities in the country; assesses trends which might affect the political situation and the political impact of national and intra-regional issues as they affect Myanmar such as those related to the current transition in the country- political economic and peace building; recommends solutions/possible action by the United Nations.

• Monitors, analyses and reviews political, policy and cross-cutting issues related to peace building, political and inter-communal conflict with a view to provide early warning and advice to the RC;
• Prepares analytical reports and papers on sensitive and high profile matters of political or policy concern to the UN; drafts notes, background papers, talking points, speeches and other correspondence for the RC;
• Acts as focal point for collection and analyses of information on political, policy and cross-cutting issues, as assigned.

Support for Coordination with the Government, including organizing the mission of the UN Special Rapporteur on Situation of Human Rights in Myanmar and other HQ missions. Support for other regular interaction with the Government accompanying the RC/HC/DO to the meetings with the Government as required.

• Support the Peace and Development Advisor for coordination of UNCT support for national dialogue.

 Effective advocacy of UN activities in close consultation with the RC/HCO Communication Officers, UNIC and the information / communication focal points of the UN system focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Drafting of RCO Monthly Reports to various UN HQ- and regional-level actors;
• Preparation of public information materials as requested.

 Effective support in preparation and implementation of country programming processes and products, especially in UNCT Myanmar strategic planning process, focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Preparation of various country programming products and processes, in particular the strategic planning process;
• Drafting of information/reports for identification of areas for support and interventions;
• Preparation of the UNCT Myanmar Strategic Planning Framework;
• Provision of secretariat support to inter-agency working groups and committees.
  

Preparation and implementation of the RC Work Plan focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Drafting of inputs to the RC Work Plan and progress reports;
• Support for UNCT Retreats to plan/review the annual work plan and other UNCT meeting.
  

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

• Synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt on coordination;
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

The key results have an impact on the success of CCPF programme within specific areas of cooperation. In particular, the key results have an impact on the operation and programming of activities, as well as on the creation of strategic partnerships.

Competencias

Functional Competencies:

Preparing information for advocacy

• Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UN’s priorities;
• Maintains a functioning network of contacts with a variety of stakeholders to promote a better understanding of UN’s development agenda and to support advocacy efforts.

Building Strategic Partnerships (For UN Coordination):

• Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues;
• Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders;
• Innovation and Marketing New Approaches (For UN Coordination);
  Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things;
  Documents and analyses innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches.

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing (For UN Coordination):
Maintain a inework of contact

• Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things;
• Documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches.
  

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise (For UNDP and UN Coordination): Fundamental knowledge of own discipline:

• Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position;
• Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks;
• 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.

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals (For UN Coordination):
Preparing information for global advocacy

• Identifies and communicates relevant information for advocacy for UN’s goals for a variety of audiences;
• Maintains a functioning network of contacts in the media and civil society, to promote a better understanding of UN’s priorities and to support advocacy efforts.

Client Orientation
Establishing effective client relationship

• Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion;
• Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines;
• Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients.

Professionalism:

• Shows ability to complete in-depth analysis and reach conclusions on possible causes and solutions to political problems in specific areas and/or countries;
• Shows ability to relate to various issues and perspectives to political, social, economic and humanitarian programmes in affected countries and areas;
• Shows pride in work and in achievements;
• Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
• Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;
• Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
• Remains calm in stressful situations;
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication:

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
  
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and organizing:

• Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
  
• Identifies priority activities and assignments;
  
• Adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;
• Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
  

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.

Habilidades y experiencia requeridas

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration or other related;
• A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.

Experience:

• A minimum 2 years (with Masters) of progressively responsible experience in political Analysis, international relations, law, management, conflict resolution or related area;
• 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 national language of the duty station. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.