UNDP Jobs - 73489- National Research Assistant.

National Research Assistant.

Location :

Beirut, LEBANON

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

01-Aug-17 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

6 Months.

Languages Required :

Arabic English French

Expected Duration of Assignment :

6 Months.

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

"Fostering Inclusive Participation and Effective Contribution of Women in the Public Sphere" - Mosharka is a three-year regional project that aims to address the deficits in the public participation and citizenship rights of women in the Arab Region, especially in transition, fragile and post conflict societies. The overall outcome of the project reflects UNDP's Regional Program for Arab States- Outcome 3, namely, "faster progress is achieved in reducing gender inequality and promoting women's empowerment", which is also related to Outcome 4, namely "Early recovery and rapid return to sustainable development pathways are achieved in post-conflict and post-disaster settings" (UNDP Strategic Plan Outcome 4 and Outcome 6). The project has the following specific outputs that
focus on strengthening participation, expanding opportunities and securing women's rights in the region:
Output 1: Support regional and national actors and institutions to establish measures to advance gender equality, and women's political, social and economic participation (Strategic Plan Output #4.1; #4.3; #4.4) (RBAS Regional Program Output 3.1)
Output 2: Establish women peace and security frameworks to reinforce human security and advance women's economic opportunities in early recovery and post-crisis settings (Strategic Plan Output #6.4; #4.2 RBAS Output #4.1)
These outputs will be realized through a multi-dimensional integrated approach and project/package of initiatives targeting various sectors and a multiplicity of regional and national stakeholders. These initiatives are primarily focused on knowledge management, capacity development, advocacy, networking, and alliance and coalition building between partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the general guidance of the Regional Programme Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Gender (Mosharaka) regional project CTA, the individual will be responsible for undertaking the tasks hereunder:
• Provision of research services on the Sustainable Development Agenda and topics that pertains to women’s rights issues as requested.
• Preparation of briefing notes and talking points ahead of meetings as requested.
• Monitoring latest developments on the SDGs file and preparing daily briefings.
• Attending and reporting local, regional, or international meetings and conferences related to the Sustainable Development Agenda.
• Provision of support on preparation of different types of executive documents and the development of knowledge management products.
• Preparing materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations.

Competencies

Functional Key Competencies:

Corporate
• Demonstrates integrity and fairness, by modeling the UN/UNDP’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
• Background knowledge about the SDGs, United Nations and UNDP;
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills;
• Ability to work independently and achieve quality results with limited supervision and within tight schedules;
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills;
• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner;
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills;
• Flexibility and ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure;
• Excellent computer skills especially Word, Excel and Power Point.
Leadership
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to provide credible leadership;
• Demonstrated intellectual leadership and ability to integrate knowledge with broader strategic overview and corporate vision;
• Demonstrated flexibility in leadership by performing and/or overseeing the analysis/resolution of complex issues;
• Ability to conceptualize and convey strategic vision from the spectrum of development experience.
Managing Relationships
• Demonstrated well developed people management and organizational management skills;
• Excellent negotiating and networking skills with strong partnerships in academia, technical organizations and as a recognized expert in the practice area.
Managing Complexity
• Ability to address global development issues;
• Demonstrated substantive leadership and ability to integrate knowledge with broader strategic, policy and operational objectives.
Knowledge Management and Learning
• Ability to strongly promote and build knowledge products;
• Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example;
• Seeks and applies knowledge, information and best practices from within and outside of UNDP;
• Provides constructive coaching and feedback;
• Demonstrates a strong capacity for innovation and creativity in providing strategic policy advice and direction.
Judgment/Decision-Making
• Mature judgment and initiative;
• Proven ability to provide strategic direction to the project implementation process;
• Independent judgment and discretion in advising on handling major policy issues and challenges, uses diplomacy and tact to achieve result.

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the 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;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment.

Kindly refer to the Individual Consultant Procurement Notice and all related Annexes by visiting the below link:

http://www.lb.undp.org/content/lebanon/en/home/operations/procurement/

Please make sure to submit all the requested documents/information; otherwise, your application will be considered incomplete

Required Skills and Experience

Academic qualification:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Political Sciences, Business Administration, International Administration, Economics or any related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience;
Previous UN experience is a plus.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset.

How to Apply:

1. Read the additional information and annexes on teh UNDP lebanon website at http://www.lb.undp.org/content/lebanon/en/home/operations/procurement/

2. The consultancy is open for all national consultants who meet the selection criteria and propose a competitive fee. Interested consultants are requested to apply only through this UNDP jobs portal.

Submissions through any other media will not be considered.

The application must include the P11, technical proposal, Annex 3 (Offerors Letter) and the financial proposal in one single document and uploaded as word or PDF file to the UNDP job site.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.