Background

One of the key documents that form part of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro peace process is the Annex on Normalization signed on 25 January 2014 between the GPH and MILF. The document defined normalization as “the process whereby communities can achieve their desired quality of life which includes the pursuit of sustainable livelihood and political participation within a peaceful, deliberative society.” Normalization is the transition phase prior to the establishment of the Bangsamoro government wherein combatants and conflict-affected communities are anticipated to be transformed to productive citizens and peaceful societies.

One of the components of the normalization program is the establishment of transitional mechanisms to ensure the effective security collaboration during the transition period. The Joint Normalization Committee (JNC), one of the transitional mechanisms created under the Annex on Normalization, is mandated to coordinate the entire normalization process. Its objective is to establish a functional system and effective mechanisms for coordinating all components of the Normalization Program. The JNC is assisted by a Secretariat.

The JNC Secretariat doubly acts as Secretariat to the Joint Peace and Security Committee (JPSC). The JNC/JPSC Secretariat largely supports all activities of the Transitional Components of the norm program as well as the establishment and setting up of the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system for the entire norm process.

The heightened implementation of the normalization program following the passage of the BOL necessitates the engagement of complementary personnel who will provide administrative, logistical, and technical support to the JNC/JPSC Secretariat.

Funding support will be provided through the GPH-UNDP Support to Peacebuilding and Normalization (SPAN) Programme, through its component ‘Support to the Implementation of the Security Aspect of Normalization”. SPAN is a partnership between the Philippine Government and UNDP in the Philippines. It is intended to accelerate the utilization of project funds of the Philippine government through the assistance of UNDP. It aims to contribute towards sustaining the gains of the Government’s peace process and ensuring peace and security in conflict-affected areas, through accelerating the implementation of the security and socio-economic aspects of the Normalization Annex of the GPH-MILF CAB, and strengthening the enabling environment for peace, recovery, and development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Scope of Work / Expected Outputs and Deliverables

Under the direct supervision of the JNC-GPH Secretariat Head and UNDP SPAN Program Manager, the Project Development Officer (IV) (Lead Senior Officer) is expected to lead in the provision of technical support to the Joint Peace and Security Committee (JPSC) in relation to operations and activities on the Security Aspect of the Normalization Program.   

Specifically, the Project Development Officer IV (Lead Senior Officer) is expected to do the following:

1. Spearhead the Secretariat support to the JPSC
2. Lead the JNC/JPSC staff in the JNC Cotabato Office
3. Coordination with AFP, PNP and other stakeholders of the security sector for matters related to the implementation of the Norm Program
4. Coordinate with IDB and other stakeholders involved in the decommissioning process
5. Assist the IDB in coordinating with other stakeholders for identified assistance during the verification and decommissioning process
6. Research on existing practices and prepare proposals on SALWs management
7. Prepare regular reports/updates in relation to coordination with stakeholders relative to the activities of the JPSC
8. Prepare briefers and presentations as needed
9. Maintain database of all activities and files
10. Able to draw up work plans and project proposals
11. Attend meetings as needed
12. Undertake other tasks as required by the Director IV

Expected Outputs and Deliverables

The Project Development Officer (IV) is expected to submit a summary of activities and monthly accomplishment report for approval of the JNC-GPH Secretariat Head and UNDP SPAN Project Manager, with the corresponding due dates and review//approving authority. Each payment shall be made within two weeks after the receipt of the approved summary of activities and monthly accomplishment report.

Competencies

Required Skills and Experience

Qualifications of the Successful Individual Contractor

Application Requirements:

Applicants are requested to upload the following documents in one file:

1. Duly accomplished Letter of Confirmation of Interest and Availability that indicates the all-inclusive lumpsum contract price, supported by a breakdown of costs, as per template provided; If an Offeror is employed by an organization/company/institution, and he/she expects his/her employer to charge a management fee in the process of releasing him/her to UNDP under Reimbursable Loan Agreement (RLA), the Offeror must indicate at this point, and ensure that all such costs are duly incorporated in the financial proposal submitted to UNDP.
2. Personal CV or P11, indicating all past experience from similar projects, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate and at least three (3) professional references;
3. Brief description of why the individual considers him/herself as the most suitable for the assignment, and a methodology, if applicable, on how they will approach and complete the assignment.

We encourage applicants to visit http://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=50920 to access the Letter of Confirmation of Interest and Availability and view the complete details of Terms of Reference.