Historique

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the UN Resident Coordinator, the UN Coordination Analyst strengthens capacity of the UN Country Team, analyzes political, social and economic trends and provides inputs to preparation of country programming products including the Common Country Assessment  (CCA) and United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks (UNDAFs), supports the national strategies setting, provides assistance to development and implementation of the collaborative and joint programmes and monitors  progress towards the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and Global Conferences, provides support to agencies without field representation to access national systems and for national counterparts to access the expertise of agencies without field representation.

The UN Coordination Analyst supervises and leads the UN Coordination Unit support staff. The UN Coordination Analyst works in close collaboration with UNCT members, programme and operations teams of the Agencies, UNDGO staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful implementation of UNCT activities.

Devoirs et responsabilités

1. Ensures effective support to UNCT in preparation and implementation of country programming processes and products, including CCA and UNDAF and UN programmes coordination focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country including support for establishing Dev-Info in coordination with relevant national counterparts.
  • Coordinate the preparation of RC Work Plan, based on assessments and other identified priorities and strategies, under the guidance of the RC;
  • Provide strategic guidance and technical support to RC in strengthening capacity of UNCT to continuously design, coordinate and implement joint development assistance initiatives; support RC and UNCT in the preparation of a Common Country Assessment (CCA) and preparation of UNDAF, annual and midterm reviews, when appropriate, ensuring appropriate linkages are made to other ongoing initiatives – e.g., , PRSPs, donor strategies, etc.
  • Ensure synergies of UNCT on institutional and organizational issues to promote a united and coherent UN system, consistent with the organizational mandate.
  • Advise the UNCT on the latest harmonization and simplification policies and developments, including guidance on implementation at the country level and implications on the work of the UN (Standard Operation Procedures).
  • Participation in the work of the UNDAF Working Groups and preparation of inputs to UNDAF.
  • Participation in the work of theme groups organized around the UNDAF outcomes, including support for monitoring and evaluation within the context of the UNDAF Results Matrix, the UNDAF M&A Plan.
  • Monitoring of all Joint/Collaborative programmes/initiatives of the UNCT and provision of periodic reports as necessary.
  • Identification of strengths and weaknesses in UN Agencies programmes in the context of UNDAF, UN System reform and MDGs. Preparation of high quality documents summarizing the developments in the UNDAF areas of cooperation. Provision of advice on adjusting strategies and implementation modalities.

2. Ensures preparation and implementation of the RC Work Plan focusing on the achievement of the following results:

  • Preparation of proposals for funding and drafting of the RC Work Plan and reports.
  • Technical support for UNCT Retreats to review the annual work plan and other UNCT meetings.
  • Monitoring of the Support to the Resident Coordinator (SRC) fund and other funds dedicated to UNCT activities.
  • Report on the use of the funds to the UN RC and UNCT, proposal of budget revisions, approval of expenditures reports.

3. Ensures effective advocacy of UN activities in close consultation with UNIC and the information/ communication focal points of the UN system focusing on the achievement   of the following results:

  • Advise on the formulation and implementation of the UN Country Team communications strategy and plan;
  • Maintenance of the systematic information on RC system activities.
  • Arrangement of regular forums and events on issues related to UN activities with media, NGOs, communities, etc.
  • Advice for implementation of media and communication strategies of the UNCT, in close consultation with UNIC.
  • Identify sources of information related to coordination, and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals; · Identify national policies and institutions that require strengthening to ensure effective UNDAF implementation and provision of advice in close consultation with UNCT;
  • Collecting inputs for speakers notes, talking points, speeches for major advocacy events of the RC system in close consultation with the UNCT and partners.
  • Monitoring of the UN website maintenance.

4.  Ensures implementation of the resource mobilization strategy for UNDAF implementation focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Development of partnerships with IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society.
  • Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of reports on donors strategies.

5. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Identification of sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals.
  • Provision of referral services for agencies without field representation to access national institutions and processes and for national partners to access the expertise of agencies without field representation.
  • Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
  • Organization of trainings to UN staff on coordination issues.

 

Compétences

Functional Competencies:      

  • Results-Based Programme Development and Management (For UN Coordination)
  • Building Strategic Partnerships (For UN Coordination)
  • Innovation and Marketing New Approaches (For UN Coordination)
  • Resource Mobilization (For UN Coordination)
  • Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing (For UN Coordination)
  • Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise (For UNDP and UN Coordination)
  • Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals (For UN Coordination)
  • Client Orientation

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:

  • Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field.

Experience:

  • 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
  • Knowledge about the UN and RC systems would be an advantage.  
  • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:

  • Fluency in English and Spanish.