UNDP Arab States
Closing date: Wednesday, 1 February 2017
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Under the direct supervision of the head of the CMD (Unit Work) and the CTA (Project Activities), the Project Officer will provide the following technical and operational support to the CMD Secretariat and LAS member states through the envisaged task forces, including the following:
CMD/Unit Work • Serve as back up to the head of CMD as necessary and lead the assigned staff under the designated units. • Support the head of CMD as well as the relevant units and under the CMD for the organization of events, including preparation of briefing packages, background documents, presentations, and talking points when needed. • Monitor, analyze, and report on developments in the region and their direct/indirect impact on LAS roles and mandates. • Contribute to research and analyses and assist in preparing analytical briefs as requested by the head of CMD in support of project priorities and work plan. • Attend and support task force meetings as necessary, including the preparation of relevant materials Project Activities • Assist the CTA in the preparation of ToRs for national and international consultants, in drafting inception report, project annual work plans, progress reports, etc. • Liaise with task force members and any other stakeholders and strengthen contacts to ensure open lines of communication as necessary. • Perform other coordinating tasks as appropriate for the successful implementation of the project in accordance with the project document and as requested by the head of CMD and/or CTA. | |
Competencies
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Professionalism:
Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work programme, human resources, database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations and LAS administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. 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. Planning & 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. Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve. | |
Required Skills and Experience
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Education:
Master or Bachelor Degree in Political Science or any other related field. Experience: • Minimum 2 years of professional work experience with a graduate degree or 4 years with a bachelor degree in any of those areas the project is dealing with about early warning and crisis response, including capacity development, planning, programme evaluation and coordination. • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PPT, etc.). • Knowledge of the UN System Structure, including established programme and administrative and financial procedures is an asset. • Knowledge of national crisis response systems in the region will be an advantage. • Knowledge of LAS and its work systems will be an advantage. Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Arabic (written and oral). |