May 26th, 2020 at 04:57 pm
Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for Programme Management Officer.
Job Code Title: Programme Management Officer
Duty Station: MULTIPLE
Responsibilities:
Within delegated authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following
duties:
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned
programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development
and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and
issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties;
identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
• Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning
facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing
the action plan the client will use to manage the change.
• Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
• Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends,
preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies.
• Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and
interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
• Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of
reports, including Secretary-General’s reports on disaster risk reduction and talking
points for high-level officials, such as SG, SRSG and PGA.
• Provides substantive backstopping and policy support to consultative and other intergovernmental meetings, such as GA resolution negotiations.
• Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes
presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Participates in or lead field missions, including provision of guidance to external
consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries,
etc.
• Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation
and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related
documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).
• Performs other duties as required.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
- Counterparts, senior officers and technical staff in relevant Secretariat units and in UN
funds, programs and other UN specialized agencies. - Representatives and officials in national governments, international organizations, consultants.
Competencies
Professionalism:
- Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to
disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. - Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems.
- Ability to conduct data collection using various methods.
- Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and
analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research
sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. - Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and
manage conflicting priorities. - 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; is 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 the audience
– Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
Teamwork:
– Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
– Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from
others
– Places team agenda before personal agenda
– Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions
may not entirely reflect own position
– Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team
shortcomings
Accountability:
– Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments
– Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and
quality standards
– Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules
– Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated
assignments
– Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work
unit, where applicable.
Education
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration,
management, economics or related area. - A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or
programme management, administration or related area. Background/familiarity with
disaster risk reduction and/or climate change adaptation is required.
UN experience is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of French is desirable.
Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
HOW TO APPLY
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to
participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and
subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8).
This is an online recruitment process, applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, and work experience. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening
Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subjected to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application. Interested and
qualified applicants should send their detailed Resumes/Cvs to recruiting@uncied.org on or before 31st of May 2020.