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At the United Nations Millennium Summit, the world's leaders pledged to cut global poverty in half by 2015. The United Nations Development Programme is charged with helping make this happen. We want your help to do it.
As the UN's global development network, UNDP is at the forefront of today's development dialogue in championing the poor and disadvantaged. Our focus is on providing developing countries with knowledge-based consulting services and building national, regional and global coalitions for change. With a strong history of inclusion and consensus-building, UNDP has earned the trust and partnership of leaders across the developing world.
We are now hiring a new generation of expert practitioners who want to contribute to those partnerships by offering strategic approaches to long-standing problems. We seek individuals who can communicate advice and new ideas across cultures and all strata of society.
We have a wide range of international opportunities at various levels; competitive salaries offered commensurate with experience.
UNDP actively supports the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities adopted by the United Nations General Assembly.
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Tuesday, 10 November 2009
Department of Labor (NYC)
Application Due By: 11/9/2009
Title Agency Program Aide
Location Unemployment Insurance Telephone Claims Center Troy, NY 12180
Salary $39330 to $47905
Classification Civil Service
Work Days Mon - Fri
Employment Type Full Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive
Bargaining Unit/MC ASU - CSEA
Duties/Responsibilities As an Agency Program Aide, you would provide program and technical support by performing a wide variety of program activities and tasks to support the work of the professional staff. Some specific tasks include establishing and maintaining various databases to monitor individual staff production, quality review, training, and timely services to customers; act as a technical resource on assigned programs and projects; and respond to report and data requests from management staff.
Minimum/Preferred
Qualifications An employee with one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title allocated to Grade 11 or higher may qualify for transfer pursuant to Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments Experience with ACCESS and EXCEL is preferred.
"Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity."
Contact Information
Contact Name Carole Brunner
Address Department of Labor
State Office Campus Building 12, Room 570
Albany, NY 12240
Phone (518)457-1220
Fax (518) 485-9495
E-Mail labor.sm.personnel.va@labor.state.ny.us
Additional Instructions : To apply for this position, please submit a resume which details your qualifying experience. Please include your Social Security Number with your application so that your State service can be verified.
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Title Agency Program Aide
Location Unemployment Insurance Telephone Claims Center Troy, NY 12180
Salary $39330 to $47905
Classification Civil Service
Work Days Mon - Fri
Employment Type Full Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive
Bargaining Unit/MC ASU - CSEA
Duties/Responsibilities As an Agency Program Aide, you would provide program and technical support by performing a wide variety of program activities and tasks to support the work of the professional staff. Some specific tasks include establishing and maintaining various databases to monitor individual staff production, quality review, training, and timely services to customers; act as a technical resource on assigned programs and projects; and respond to report and data requests from management staff.
Minimum/Preferred
Qualifications An employee with one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title allocated to Grade 11 or higher may qualify for transfer pursuant to Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments Experience with ACCESS and EXCEL is preferred.
"Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity."
Contact Information
Contact Name Carole Brunner
Address Department of Labor
State Office Campus Building 12, Room 570
Albany, NY 12240
Phone (518)457-1220
Fax (518) 485-9495
E-Mail labor.sm.personnel.va@labor.state.ny.us
Additional Instructions : To apply for this position, please submit a resume which details your qualifying experience. Please include your Social Security Number with your application so that your State service can be verified.
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Tuesday, 21 July 2009
Extended Term Temporary, Dhaka
Job # 091228
Job Title E T Temporary
Job Family Other
Location Dhaka, Bangladesh
Appointment Local Hire
Job Posted 20-Jul-2009
Closing Date 04-Aug-2009
Language Requirements Bangla [Essential]; English [Essential]
Appointment Type Extended Term Temporary (Duration: 1 yrs)
APPLICATION DETAILS
Background / General description
The World Bank Dhaka Office is seeking applications from qualified and energetic candidates for the position of Receptionist.
The Receptionist reports to the Operations Adviser and is primarily responsible for the operations of the Dhaka Office reception.
The World Bank is committed to attract and maintain a diverse, highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Equally qualified women and members of disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.
Duties and Accountabilities
1. Responsible for operation of the PABX system, which includes transferring calls and receiving
messages.
2. Responsible for reception duties which includes:
• Receiving visitors and issuing proper Visitor ID at reception desk.
• Notifying staff to come to reception to meet their visitors/guests
• Receiving mail / messages, logging all mail received into Encorr Correspondence control system and arranging for its proper distribution.
• Assist Transportation Coordinator in providing instructions to drivers/couriers
• Update transportation requests in the WBOD Kiosk Transportation Module
• Liaise with Security Operations Center on notifying staff of any urgent security matters
3. Responsible for maintaining up to date list of staff telephone numbers and circulating a revised version monthly.
4. Responsible for back up of mail distribution (including Pouch) in the absence of the Supervisor.
5. Responsible for distribution of outside vendors checks based on the list provided by the Accounts.
6. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
Selection Criteria
Knowledge and Competencies:
• Strong client and service orientation; ability to interact cordially and tactfully with all visitors and staff at all levels.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment essential. Willingness to extend self to actively contribute to team's objectives. Positive attitude, high degree of initiative and reliability required.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in an efficient and conscientious manner.
• Thorough understanding of the Bank's administrative policies and procedures( or willing to learn)
• Willingness to work overtime as well as being flexible with working hours, as the need arises.
Qualification & Experience:
• Higher Secondary Certificate/ 'A' Level required; or comparable experience.
• 2 years experience in similar position preferable.
• Basic knowledge of at least one computer application, such as keyboarding/word processing, electronic mail, etc.
• Ability to pass relevant Bank tests, as required.
• Proficient English language skill (spoken and written).
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Job Title E T Temporary
Job Family Other
Location Dhaka, Bangladesh
Appointment Local Hire
Job Posted 20-Jul-2009
Closing Date 04-Aug-2009
Language Requirements Bangla [Essential]; English [Essential]
Appointment Type Extended Term Temporary (Duration: 1 yrs)
APPLICATION DETAILS
Background / General description
The World Bank Dhaka Office is seeking applications from qualified and energetic candidates for the position of Receptionist.
The Receptionist reports to the Operations Adviser and is primarily responsible for the operations of the Dhaka Office reception.
The World Bank is committed to attract and maintain a diverse, highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Equally qualified women and members of disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.
Duties and Accountabilities
1. Responsible for operation of the PABX system, which includes transferring calls and receiving
messages.
2. Responsible for reception duties which includes:
• Receiving visitors and issuing proper Visitor ID at reception desk.
• Notifying staff to come to reception to meet their visitors/guests
• Receiving mail / messages, logging all mail received into Encorr Correspondence control system and arranging for its proper distribution.
• Assist Transportation Coordinator in providing instructions to drivers/couriers
• Update transportation requests in the WBOD Kiosk Transportation Module
• Liaise with Security Operations Center on notifying staff of any urgent security matters
3. Responsible for maintaining up to date list of staff telephone numbers and circulating a revised version monthly.
4. Responsible for back up of mail distribution (including Pouch) in the absence of the Supervisor.
5. Responsible for distribution of outside vendors checks based on the list provided by the Accounts.
6. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
Selection Criteria
Knowledge and Competencies:
• Strong client and service orientation; ability to interact cordially and tactfully with all visitors and staff at all levels.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment essential. Willingness to extend self to actively contribute to team's objectives. Positive attitude, high degree of initiative and reliability required.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in an efficient and conscientious manner.
• Thorough understanding of the Bank's administrative policies and procedures( or willing to learn)
• Willingness to work overtime as well as being flexible with working hours, as the need arises.
Qualification & Experience:
• Higher Secondary Certificate/ 'A' Level required; or comparable experience.
• 2 years experience in similar position preferable.
• Basic knowledge of at least one computer application, such as keyboarding/word processing, electronic mail, etc.
• Ability to pass relevant Bank tests, as required.
• Proficient English language skill (spoken and written).
APPLICATION DETAILS
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Program Assistant - Finance and Administration, Manila, Philippines
Job # 091250
Job Title Program Assistant - Finance and Administration
Job Family Administration
Location Manila, Philippines
Appointment Local Hire
Job Posted 20-Jul-2009
Closing Date 03-Aug-2009
Language Requirements English [Essential]
Appointment Type Term (Duration: 3 yrs)
APPLICATION DETAILS
Background / General description
The World Bank Office Manila (WBOM) has a vacancy for a Program Assistant to provide efficient & high quality accounting and administrative support to the Finance and Administration Team. This position will be for a three-year term basis, subject to one-year probationary period, with possibility of extension. The selected candidate will report to the Resource Management Officer.
Duties and Accountabilities
Include, but are not limited to:
• Procurement transaction processing and monitoring using Systems Applications and Products (SAP) such as creating purchase orders for goods and services;
• Processing consultant appointments, fees, travel requests and travel expenses;
• Petty cash management and bills processing;
• Processing and monitoring receivables and collections;
• Asset management - implementation of asset assignment and disposal, physical inventory of fixed assets and office supplies;
• Specialized support on a wide range of accounting, administrative, and secretarial services such as contracts management, charge-backs/issuance of statements of accounts, data collection and monitoring, package documents for audit submission, maintain and organize accounting files, assist team members during work overflow/overload.
Selection Criteria
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. CPA holder would be an advantage.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize assignments and work effectively under pressure with minimum supervision.
• High degree of initiative, flexibility and resourcefulness with a drive for efficiency and results.
• Strong communication skills with ability to research and synthesize information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to liaise effectively and professionally with a wide range of clients (internal and external).
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint). Ability to use integrated enterprise-wide business transaction and information system (SAP) is preferred.
• Minimum five years of relevant work experience.
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Job Title Program Assistant - Finance and Administration
Job Family Administration
Location Manila, Philippines
Appointment Local Hire
Job Posted 20-Jul-2009
Closing Date 03-Aug-2009
Language Requirements English [Essential]
Appointment Type Term (Duration: 3 yrs)
APPLICATION DETAILS
Background / General description
The World Bank Office Manila (WBOM) has a vacancy for a Program Assistant to provide efficient & high quality accounting and administrative support to the Finance and Administration Team. This position will be for a three-year term basis, subject to one-year probationary period, with possibility of extension. The selected candidate will report to the Resource Management Officer.
Duties and Accountabilities
Include, but are not limited to:
• Procurement transaction processing and monitoring using Systems Applications and Products (SAP) such as creating purchase orders for goods and services;
• Processing consultant appointments, fees, travel requests and travel expenses;
• Petty cash management and bills processing;
• Processing and monitoring receivables and collections;
• Asset management - implementation of asset assignment and disposal, physical inventory of fixed assets and office supplies;
• Specialized support on a wide range of accounting, administrative, and secretarial services such as contracts management, charge-backs/issuance of statements of accounts, data collection and monitoring, package documents for audit submission, maintain and organize accounting files, assist team members during work overflow/overload.
Selection Criteria
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. CPA holder would be an advantage.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize assignments and work effectively under pressure with minimum supervision.
• High degree of initiative, flexibility and resourcefulness with a drive for efficiency and results.
• Strong communication skills with ability to research and synthesize information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to liaise effectively and professionally with a wide range of clients (internal and external).
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint). Ability to use integrated enterprise-wide business transaction and information system (SAP) is preferred.
• Minimum five years of relevant work experience.
APPLICATION DETAILS
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Wednesday, 15 April 2009
JOB VACANCY AS CONSULTANT: EXPERTS FOR EVALUATING UNIFEM PROJECT/TEAM LEADER
Location : Belgrade, SERBIA
Application Deadline : 14-Apr-09
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required : English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 20-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : 30 Days
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Background
During a period of great political and economic transition in the Western Balkans, the United Nation’s Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) launched the project “Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights” with the financial support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). The project began in August 2006 and came to an end on 01 March 2009. The project had a sub-regional scope and activities were implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo.
The purpose of the project was twofold, on the one hand to strengthen the commitment, capacity and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women’s human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and on the other hand to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries. The project was implemented at the national/local level, as well as through sub-regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
UNIFEM interventions under this project focused on two areas/components: i) Gender Equality in Constitutional Reform and ii) Implementation of Women’s Economic Rights,including implementation of relevant ILO and EU standards and more specifically ensuring the rights of women in the process of privatization and prevent sexual harassment and mobbing at a work place.
Activities within the project were anchored in national-level legal frameworks and processes, including Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS), and plans of action to advance gender equality, as well as recently adopted gender equality laws, and were guided by relevant international legal frameworks, namely, the Convention on the Elimination of All Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), the Beijing Platform of Action, the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as well as international human rights treaties (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenants respectively on Civil and Political Rights and Social, Economic and Cultural Rights) and their jus cogens principles.
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[1] Under UN Security Council resolution 1244 without prejudice to its final status. It will be referred to neutrally as “Kosovo” throughout this ToR.
Duties and Responsibilities
Objectives of the Evaluation
The evaluation will be carried out between 20 April and 15 June and will be for a maximum of 30 working days. The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent in-depth assessment of the development results of the project "Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights". The evaluation will specifically aim at the following:
* Based on analysis of the Project outcomes and outputs to evaluate the extent to which the stated project results as identified in the log-frame have/ have not been achieved (a special emphasis should be placed on measuring the achievements or non-achievements of the expected result in both components of the project);
* Consolidate lessons learnt and make recommendations to guide future programming for UNIFEM, focusing mainly on the results from the economic component of the Project;
* Review the efficiency of the project management and provide recommendations for the management of future programs.
Scope of the evaluation:
The evaluation will address the following questions:
1) Program Results, Relevance and Sustainability
* Achieving program results: To what extent has the program achieved its expected results and how (ie. outputs and contribution to outcomes)? What factors account for these results? Were there any unanticipated results? What was not achieved and why?
* Assessing program relevance: To what degree have changes in the political context merited a change in project outcomes? At what point in time during the implementation of the project should changes to project outcomes have been made?
* Strengths and weaknesses: What programmatic strengths and weaknesses emerge from the aforementioned analysis of the project?
* Sustainability: What evidence exists about the sustainability of the interventions and other initiatives supported by the program and the results that have been achieved? What measures have been put in place? What are the key challenges? Was the project strategy effective in terms of achieving the expected results?
* Future programming: Where could UNIFEM provide a meaningful contribution to support further the area of women’s economic security and rights?
2) Program Management
* How effective was the management of the program overall?
* How effective was program monitoring at different levels (the project team, UNIFEM sub-regional office and UNIFEM headquarters)?
* To what extent was monitoring undertaken and used to improve program design and implementation?
3) Lessons learned and Recommendations
* What lessons can be drawn from the goals, implementation and achievements of the program that could be of value to UNIFEM's further programming in this field, and to its donors and implementing partners?
Evaluation Methodology
The evaluation should focus on the coherence, relevance and achievements of the project as a whole while taking into consideration uneven progress of the two different components of the project. The evaluator will be selected based on a proposed methodology for the evaluation. The methodology will then be finalized in details at the beginning of the contract based on feedback by UNIFEM. The evaluation will ensure that key stakeholders will be consulted and it will be results-oriented and provide evidence of achievement of expected outputs and outcomes through the use of quantitative and qualitative data. The evaluation will involve the following:
* Desk review of all relevant documents of the program, e.g., those relating specifically to the program context at the regional and country levels, the program document, log-frame, implementation plans, monitoring reports, assessment and learning mission reports, donor reports, expenditure reports etc. This will be done prior to any field visit, focus group discussion, or individual interviews.
* Interviews and/or group discussions with stakeholders and partners - Selected 'face to face' individual interviews and phone interviews.
* Field visits (Serbia, Kosovo [under UN SCR 1244], Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Working in coordination with UNIFEM´s Gender Adviser/Project Manager in Belgrade and under overall supervision of the Regional Program Director in Bratislava, the Evaluation Team Leader will be responsible for the following:
Key responsibilities of a Team Leader
* Clarify the evaluation ToR with the Gender Adviser/ Project manager and review the key Project document
* Conduct analysis of the key Project documents and desk review of other relevant documents
* Identifying key informants/resource persons, conduct focus group meetings, face-to-face interviews and phone interviews;
* Coordinate and manage the work of national consultants;
* Present preliminary evaluation results to UNIFEM project team and key partners and stakeholders and collect their feedback in order to finalize the report;
Products/ deliverables:
* A detailed evaluation work plan, including detailed results based work plans for the national consultants with clear time lines and related deliverables;
* The evaluation methodology including questions listed herein;
* The final evaluation report and performance monitoring framework, taking into account feedback given by UNIFEM, partners and stakeholders on the draft within 7 days, and submit it to the Gender Adviser/ Project Manager (In case of serious discrepancies between the consultant’s findings/ conclusions and those of the commentators, these should be included and explained in an annex attached to the final report).
The final evaluation report shall be written in English (maximum 35 pages) with an Executive Summary of maximum 1 page.
The Final Report should be written fully in line with UNIFEM and UNEG quality criteria and standards. The structure of the Final Report should include as minimum follows:
* Executive Summary;
* Project description;
* Evaluation purpose;
* Evaluation methodology;
* Analysis and Findings;
* Lessons learnt;
* Recommendations;
* Annexes (including interview list, data collection instruments, key documents consulted, ToR).
Competencies
Evaluation will be conducted by a team composed of an international consultant as Evaluation Team Leader and three national consultants (the later being based in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro). The Evaluation Team Leader should have proven expertise and track record in evaluating developmental projects and qualifications around the specific thematic issues under evaluation. UNIFEM is looking for applicants with the following qualifications:
* Thorough understanding of gender, human rights and development, especially their legal aspects;
* Knowledge and experience around the thematic areas under review (gender equality mechanisms, legal frameworks and labor issues);
* Experience in leading an evaluation and managing an evaluation team;
* Demonstrated ability and excellent communication skills to facilitate group discussions;
* Demonstrated ability to produce high quality evaluation reports, including recommendations for future work of the funding organization/donor
* Experience and understanding of the regional and sub regional context; knowledge of local language an asset.
Required Skills and Experience
* The team leader is expected to have proven experience in the evaluation of developmental projects for at least 7 years.
* The evaluation team members are expected to have an experience in evaluation for at least 3 years.
* Prospective candidates may be asked to provide examples of recently completed evaluation reports.
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Application Deadline : 14-Apr-09
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required : English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 20-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : 30 Days
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Background
During a period of great political and economic transition in the Western Balkans, the United Nation’s Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) launched the project “Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights” with the financial support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). The project began in August 2006 and came to an end on 01 March 2009. The project had a sub-regional scope and activities were implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo.
The purpose of the project was twofold, on the one hand to strengthen the commitment, capacity and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women’s human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and on the other hand to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries. The project was implemented at the national/local level, as well as through sub-regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
UNIFEM interventions under this project focused on two areas/components: i) Gender Equality in Constitutional Reform and ii) Implementation of Women’s Economic Rights,including implementation of relevant ILO and EU standards and more specifically ensuring the rights of women in the process of privatization and prevent sexual harassment and mobbing at a work place.
Activities within the project were anchored in national-level legal frameworks and processes, including Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS), and plans of action to advance gender equality, as well as recently adopted gender equality laws, and were guided by relevant international legal frameworks, namely, the Convention on the Elimination of All Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), the Beijing Platform of Action, the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as well as international human rights treaties (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenants respectively on Civil and Political Rights and Social, Economic and Cultural Rights) and their jus cogens principles.
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[1] Under UN Security Council resolution 1244 without prejudice to its final status. It will be referred to neutrally as “Kosovo” throughout this ToR.
Duties and Responsibilities
Objectives of the Evaluation
The evaluation will be carried out between 20 April and 15 June and will be for a maximum of 30 working days. The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent in-depth assessment of the development results of the project "Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights". The evaluation will specifically aim at the following:
* Based on analysis of the Project outcomes and outputs to evaluate the extent to which the stated project results as identified in the log-frame have/ have not been achieved (a special emphasis should be placed on measuring the achievements or non-achievements of the expected result in both components of the project);
* Consolidate lessons learnt and make recommendations to guide future programming for UNIFEM, focusing mainly on the results from the economic component of the Project;
* Review the efficiency of the project management and provide recommendations for the management of future programs.
Scope of the evaluation:
The evaluation will address the following questions:
1) Program Results, Relevance and Sustainability
* Achieving program results: To what extent has the program achieved its expected results and how (ie. outputs and contribution to outcomes)? What factors account for these results? Were there any unanticipated results? What was not achieved and why?
* Assessing program relevance: To what degree have changes in the political context merited a change in project outcomes? At what point in time during the implementation of the project should changes to project outcomes have been made?
* Strengths and weaknesses: What programmatic strengths and weaknesses emerge from the aforementioned analysis of the project?
* Sustainability: What evidence exists about the sustainability of the interventions and other initiatives supported by the program and the results that have been achieved? What measures have been put in place? What are the key challenges? Was the project strategy effective in terms of achieving the expected results?
* Future programming: Where could UNIFEM provide a meaningful contribution to support further the area of women’s economic security and rights?
2) Program Management
* How effective was the management of the program overall?
* How effective was program monitoring at different levels (the project team, UNIFEM sub-regional office and UNIFEM headquarters)?
* To what extent was monitoring undertaken and used to improve program design and implementation?
3) Lessons learned and Recommendations
* What lessons can be drawn from the goals, implementation and achievements of the program that could be of value to UNIFEM's further programming in this field, and to its donors and implementing partners?
Evaluation Methodology
The evaluation should focus on the coherence, relevance and achievements of the project as a whole while taking into consideration uneven progress of the two different components of the project. The evaluator will be selected based on a proposed methodology for the evaluation. The methodology will then be finalized in details at the beginning of the contract based on feedback by UNIFEM. The evaluation will ensure that key stakeholders will be consulted and it will be results-oriented and provide evidence of achievement of expected outputs and outcomes through the use of quantitative and qualitative data. The evaluation will involve the following:
* Desk review of all relevant documents of the program, e.g., those relating specifically to the program context at the regional and country levels, the program document, log-frame, implementation plans, monitoring reports, assessment and learning mission reports, donor reports, expenditure reports etc. This will be done prior to any field visit, focus group discussion, or individual interviews.
* Interviews and/or group discussions with stakeholders and partners - Selected 'face to face' individual interviews and phone interviews.
* Field visits (Serbia, Kosovo [under UN SCR 1244], Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Working in coordination with UNIFEM´s Gender Adviser/Project Manager in Belgrade and under overall supervision of the Regional Program Director in Bratislava, the Evaluation Team Leader will be responsible for the following:
Key responsibilities of a Team Leader
* Clarify the evaluation ToR with the Gender Adviser/ Project manager and review the key Project document
* Conduct analysis of the key Project documents and desk review of other relevant documents
* Identifying key informants/resource persons, conduct focus group meetings, face-to-face interviews and phone interviews;
* Coordinate and manage the work of national consultants;
* Present preliminary evaluation results to UNIFEM project team and key partners and stakeholders and collect their feedback in order to finalize the report;
Products/ deliverables:
* A detailed evaluation work plan, including detailed results based work plans for the national consultants with clear time lines and related deliverables;
* The evaluation methodology including questions listed herein;
* The final evaluation report and performance monitoring framework, taking into account feedback given by UNIFEM, partners and stakeholders on the draft within 7 days, and submit it to the Gender Adviser/ Project Manager (In case of serious discrepancies between the consultant’s findings/ conclusions and those of the commentators, these should be included and explained in an annex attached to the final report).
The final evaluation report shall be written in English (maximum 35 pages) with an Executive Summary of maximum 1 page.
The Final Report should be written fully in line with UNIFEM and UNEG quality criteria and standards. The structure of the Final Report should include as minimum follows:
* Executive Summary;
* Project description;
* Evaluation purpose;
* Evaluation methodology;
* Analysis and Findings;
* Lessons learnt;
* Recommendations;
* Annexes (including interview list, data collection instruments, key documents consulted, ToR).
Competencies
Evaluation will be conducted by a team composed of an international consultant as Evaluation Team Leader and three national consultants (the later being based in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro). The Evaluation Team Leader should have proven expertise and track record in evaluating developmental projects and qualifications around the specific thematic issues under evaluation. UNIFEM is looking for applicants with the following qualifications:
* Thorough understanding of gender, human rights and development, especially their legal aspects;
* Knowledge and experience around the thematic areas under review (gender equality mechanisms, legal frameworks and labor issues);
* Experience in leading an evaluation and managing an evaluation team;
* Demonstrated ability and excellent communication skills to facilitate group discussions;
* Demonstrated ability to produce high quality evaluation reports, including recommendations for future work of the funding organization/donor
* Experience and understanding of the regional and sub regional context; knowledge of local language an asset.
Required Skills and Experience
* The team leader is expected to have proven experience in the evaluation of developmental projects for at least 7 years.
* The evaluation team members are expected to have an experience in evaluation for at least 3 years.
* Prospective candidates may be asked to provide examples of recently completed evaluation reports.
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Sunday, 5 April 2009
EXPERTS FOR EVALUATING UNIFEM PROJECT (TEAM MEMBER)
Location : Throughout BiH, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA
Application Deadline : 15-Apr-09
Additional Category Poverty Reduction
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 20-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : from 20 April to 15 June 2009
Expected Duration of Assignment : Maximum 20 working days
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Background
During a period of great political and economic transition in the Western Balkans, the United Nation's Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) launched the project "Accountability for Protection of Women's Human Rights" with the financial support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). The project began in August 2006 and came to an end on 01 March 2009. The project had a sub-regional scope and activities were implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo .
The purpose of the project was twofold, on the one hand to strengthen the commitment, capacity and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women's human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and on the other hand to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries. The project was implemented at the national/local level, as well as through sub-regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
UNIFEM interventions under this project focused on two areas/components: i) Gender Equality in Constitutional Reform and ii) Implementation of Women's Economic Rights, including implementation of relevant ILO and EU standards and more specifically ensuring the rights of women in the process of privatization and prevent sexual harassment and mobbing at a work place.
Activities within the project were anchored in national-level legal frameworks and processes, including Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS), and plans of action to advance gender equality, as well as recently adopted gender equality laws, and were guided by relevant international legal frameworks, namely, the Convention on the Elimination of All Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), the Beijing Platform of Action, the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as well as international human rights treaties (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenants respectively on Civil and Political Rights and Social, Economic and Cultural Rights) and their jus cogens principles.
Duties and Responsibilities
The evaluation will be carried out between 20 April and 15 June and will be for a maximum of 30 working days. The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent in-depth assessment of the development results of the project "Accountability for Protection of Women's Human Rights". The evaluation will specifically aim at the following:
* Based on analysis of the Project outcomes and outputs to evaluate the extent to which the stated project results as identified in the log-frame have/ have not been achieved (a special emphasis should be placed on measuring the achievements or non-achievements of the expected result in both components of the project);
* Consolidate lessons? learnt and make recommendations to guide future programming for UNIFEM, focusing mainly on the results from the economic component of the Project;
* Review the efficiency of the project management and provide recommendations for the management of future programs.
Scope of the evaluation:
The evaluation will address the following questions:
Program Results, Relevance and Sustainability
* Achieving program results: To what extent has the program achieved its expected results and how (ie. outputs and contribution to outcomes)? What factors account for these results? Were there any unanticipated results? What was not achieved and why?
* Assessing program relevance: To what degree have changes in the political context merited a change in project outcomes? At what point in time during the implementation of the project should changes to project outcomes have been made?
* Strengths and weaknesses: What programmatic strengths and weaknesses emerge from the aforementioned analysis of the project?
* Sustainability: What evidence exists about the sustainability of the interventions and other initiatives supported by the program and the results that have been achieved? What measures have been put in place? What are the key challenges? Was the project strategy effective in terms of achieving the expected results?
* Future programming: Where could UNIFEM provide a meaningful contribution to support further the area of women's economic security and rights?
Program Management
* How effective was the management of the program overall?
* How effective was program monitoring at different levels (the project team, UNIFEM sub-regional office and UNIFEM headquarters)?
* To what extent was monitoring undertaken and used to improve program design and implementation?
Lessons learned and Recommendations
* What lessons can be drawn from the goals, implementation and achievements of the program that could be of value to UNIFEM's further programming in this field, and to its donors and implementing partners?
Evaluation Methodology
The evaluation should focus on the coherence, relevance and achievements of the project as a whole while taking into consideration uneven progress of the two different components of the project The evaluator will be selected based on a proposed methodology for the evaluation. The methodology will then be finalized in details at the beginning of the contract based on feedback by UNIFEM. The evaluation will ensure that key stakeholders will be consulted and it will be results-oriented and provide evidence of achievement of expected outputs and outcomes through the use of quantitative and qualitative data. The evaluation will involve the following:
* Desk review of all relevant documents of the program, e.g., those relating specifically to the program context at the regional and country levels, the program document, log-frame, implementation plans, monitoring reports, assessment and learning mission reports, donor reports, expenditure reports etc. This will be done prior to any field visit, focus group discussion, or individual interviews.
* Interviews and/or group discussions with stakeholders and partners - Selected 'face to face' individual interviews and phone interviews.
* Field visits (Serbia, Kosovo [under UN SCR 1244], Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Working in coordination with UNIFEM's Gender Adviser/Project Manager in Belgrade and under overall supervision of Evaluation Team Leader, the National Consultant/Team member will be responsible for the following:
* Conduct analysis of the key Project documents and desk review of other relevant documents
* Identifying key informants/resource persons, conduct focus group meetings, face-to-face interviews and phone interviews;
* Present preliminary evaluation results to UNIFEM project team and key partners and stakeholders and collect their feedback in order to finalize the report;
Products/ deliverables:
* A detailed evaluation work plan, including detailed results based work plans for the national consultants with clear time lines and related deliverables;
* The evaluation methodology including questions listed herein;
* The final evaluation report and performance monitoring framework, taking into account feedback given by UNIFEM, partners and stakeholders on the draft within 7 days, and submit it to the Gender Adviser/ Project Manager (In case of serious discrepancies between the consultant?s findings/ conclusions and those of the commentators, these should be included and explained in an annex attached to the final report).
The final evaluation report shall be written in English (maximum 35 pages) with an Executive Summary of maximum 1 page. The Final Report should be written fully in line with UNIFEM and UNEG quality criteria and standards. The structure of the Final Report should include as minimum follows:
* Executive Summary;
* Project description;
* Evaluation purpose;
* Evaluation methodology;
* Analysis and Findings;
* Lessons learnt;
* Recommendations;
* Annexes (including interview list, data collection instruments, key documents consulted, ToR).
Competencies
Evaluation will be conducted by a team composed of an international consultant as Evaluation Team Leader and three national consultants (the later being based in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro). The Evaluation Team Leader should have proven expertise and track record in evaluating developmental projects and qualifications around the specific thematic issues under evaluation. UNIFEM is looking for applicants with the following qualifications:
* National consultants (in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia)
* Knowledge of the status of women and gender equality agenda in the relevant country
* Excellent communication skills;
* Excellent writing skills and ability to extract key findings from documents and interviews;
* Willingness and ability to travel within the region;
* High proficiency in English.
Required Skills and Experience
The evaluation team members are expected to have an experience in evaluation for at least 3 years. Prospective candidates may be asked to provide examples of recently completed evaluation reports.
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Application Deadline : 15-Apr-09
Additional Category Poverty Reduction
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 20-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : from 20 April to 15 June 2009
Expected Duration of Assignment : Maximum 20 working days
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Background
During a period of great political and economic transition in the Western Balkans, the United Nation's Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) launched the project "Accountability for Protection of Women's Human Rights" with the financial support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). The project began in August 2006 and came to an end on 01 March 2009. The project had a sub-regional scope and activities were implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo .
The purpose of the project was twofold, on the one hand to strengthen the commitment, capacity and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women's human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and on the other hand to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries. The project was implemented at the national/local level, as well as through sub-regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
UNIFEM interventions under this project focused on two areas/components: i) Gender Equality in Constitutional Reform and ii) Implementation of Women's Economic Rights, including implementation of relevant ILO and EU standards and more specifically ensuring the rights of women in the process of privatization and prevent sexual harassment and mobbing at a work place.
Activities within the project were anchored in national-level legal frameworks and processes, including Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS), and plans of action to advance gender equality, as well as recently adopted gender equality laws, and were guided by relevant international legal frameworks, namely, the Convention on the Elimination of All Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), the Beijing Platform of Action, the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as well as international human rights treaties (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenants respectively on Civil and Political Rights and Social, Economic and Cultural Rights) and their jus cogens principles.
Duties and Responsibilities
The evaluation will be carried out between 20 April and 15 June and will be for a maximum of 30 working days. The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent in-depth assessment of the development results of the project "Accountability for Protection of Women's Human Rights". The evaluation will specifically aim at the following:
* Based on analysis of the Project outcomes and outputs to evaluate the extent to which the stated project results as identified in the log-frame have/ have not been achieved (a special emphasis should be placed on measuring the achievements or non-achievements of the expected result in both components of the project);
* Consolidate lessons? learnt and make recommendations to guide future programming for UNIFEM, focusing mainly on the results from the economic component of the Project;
* Review the efficiency of the project management and provide recommendations for the management of future programs.
Scope of the evaluation:
The evaluation will address the following questions:
Program Results, Relevance and Sustainability
* Achieving program results: To what extent has the program achieved its expected results and how (ie. outputs and contribution to outcomes)? What factors account for these results? Were there any unanticipated results? What was not achieved and why?
* Assessing program relevance: To what degree have changes in the political context merited a change in project outcomes? At what point in time during the implementation of the project should changes to project outcomes have been made?
* Strengths and weaknesses: What programmatic strengths and weaknesses emerge from the aforementioned analysis of the project?
* Sustainability: What evidence exists about the sustainability of the interventions and other initiatives supported by the program and the results that have been achieved? What measures have been put in place? What are the key challenges? Was the project strategy effective in terms of achieving the expected results?
* Future programming: Where could UNIFEM provide a meaningful contribution to support further the area of women's economic security and rights?
Program Management
* How effective was the management of the program overall?
* How effective was program monitoring at different levels (the project team, UNIFEM sub-regional office and UNIFEM headquarters)?
* To what extent was monitoring undertaken and used to improve program design and implementation?
Lessons learned and Recommendations
* What lessons can be drawn from the goals, implementation and achievements of the program that could be of value to UNIFEM's further programming in this field, and to its donors and implementing partners?
Evaluation Methodology
The evaluation should focus on the coherence, relevance and achievements of the project as a whole while taking into consideration uneven progress of the two different components of the project The evaluator will be selected based on a proposed methodology for the evaluation. The methodology will then be finalized in details at the beginning of the contract based on feedback by UNIFEM. The evaluation will ensure that key stakeholders will be consulted and it will be results-oriented and provide evidence of achievement of expected outputs and outcomes through the use of quantitative and qualitative data. The evaluation will involve the following:
* Desk review of all relevant documents of the program, e.g., those relating specifically to the program context at the regional and country levels, the program document, log-frame, implementation plans, monitoring reports, assessment and learning mission reports, donor reports, expenditure reports etc. This will be done prior to any field visit, focus group discussion, or individual interviews.
* Interviews and/or group discussions with stakeholders and partners - Selected 'face to face' individual interviews and phone interviews.
* Field visits (Serbia, Kosovo [under UN SCR 1244], Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Working in coordination with UNIFEM's Gender Adviser/Project Manager in Belgrade and under overall supervision of Evaluation Team Leader, the National Consultant/Team member will be responsible for the following:
* Conduct analysis of the key Project documents and desk review of other relevant documents
* Identifying key informants/resource persons, conduct focus group meetings, face-to-face interviews and phone interviews;
* Present preliminary evaluation results to UNIFEM project team and key partners and stakeholders and collect their feedback in order to finalize the report;
Products/ deliverables:
* A detailed evaluation work plan, including detailed results based work plans for the national consultants with clear time lines and related deliverables;
* The evaluation methodology including questions listed herein;
* The final evaluation report and performance monitoring framework, taking into account feedback given by UNIFEM, partners and stakeholders on the draft within 7 days, and submit it to the Gender Adviser/ Project Manager (In case of serious discrepancies between the consultant?s findings/ conclusions and those of the commentators, these should be included and explained in an annex attached to the final report).
The final evaluation report shall be written in English (maximum 35 pages) with an Executive Summary of maximum 1 page. The Final Report should be written fully in line with UNIFEM and UNEG quality criteria and standards. The structure of the Final Report should include as minimum follows:
* Executive Summary;
* Project description;
* Evaluation purpose;
* Evaluation methodology;
* Analysis and Findings;
* Lessons learnt;
* Recommendations;
* Annexes (including interview list, data collection instruments, key documents consulted, ToR).
Competencies
Evaluation will be conducted by a team composed of an international consultant as Evaluation Team Leader and three national consultants (the later being based in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro). The Evaluation Team Leader should have proven expertise and track record in evaluating developmental projects and qualifications around the specific thematic issues under evaluation. UNIFEM is looking for applicants with the following qualifications:
* National consultants (in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia)
* Knowledge of the status of women and gender equality agenda in the relevant country
* Excellent communication skills;
* Excellent writing skills and ability to extract key findings from documents and interviews;
* Willingness and ability to travel within the region;
* High proficiency in English.
Required Skills and Experience
The evaluation team members are expected to have an experience in evaluation for at least 3 years. Prospective candidates may be asked to provide examples of recently completed evaluation reports.
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CONSULTANT: EXPERTS FOR EVALUATING UNIFEM PROJECT/TEAM LEADER
Location : Belgrade, SERBIA
Application Deadline : 14-Apr-09
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 20-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : 30 Days
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Background
During a period of great political and economic transition in the Western Balkans, the United Nation’s Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) launched the project “Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights” with the financial support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). The project began in August 2006 and came to an end on 01 March 2009. The project had a sub-regional scope and activities were implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo[1].
The purpose of the project was twofold, on the one hand to strengthen the commitment, capacity and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women’s human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and on the other hand to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries. The project was implemented at the national/local level, as well as through sub-regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
UNIFEM interventions under this project focused on two areas/components: i) Gender Equality in Constitutional Reform and ii) Implementation of Women’s Economic Rights,including implementation of relevant ILO and EU standards and more specifically ensuring the rights of women in the process of privatization and prevent sexual harassment and mobbing at a work place.
Activities within the project were anchored in national-level legal frameworks and processes, including Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS), and plans of action to advance gender equality, as well as recently adopted gender equality laws, and were guided by relevant international legal frameworks, namely, the Convention on the Elimination of All Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), the Beijing Platform of Action, the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as well as international human rights treaties (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenants respectively on Civil and Political Rights and Social, Economic and Cultural Rights) and their jus cogens principles.
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[1] Under UN Security Council resolution 1244 without prejudice to its final status. It will be referred to neutrally as “Kosovo” throughout this ToR.
Duties and Responsibilities
Objectives of the Evaluation
The evaluation will be carried out between 20 April and 15 June and will be for a maximum of 30 working days. The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent in-depth assessment of the development results of the project "Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights". The evaluation will specifically aim at the following:
* Based on analysis of the Project outcomes and outputs to evaluate the extent to which the stated project results as identified in the log-frame have/ have not been achieved (a special emphasis should be placed on measuring the achievements or non-achievements of the expected result in both components of the project);
* Consolidate lessons learnt and make recommendations to guide future programming for UNIFEM, focusing mainly on the results from the economic component of the Project;
* Review the efficiency of the project management and provide recommendations for the management of future programs.
Scope of the evaluation:
The evaluation will address the following questions:
1) Program Results, Relevance and Sustainability
* Achieving program results: To what extent has the program achieved its expected results and how (ie. outputs and contribution to outcomes)? What factors account for these results? Were there any unanticipated results? What was not achieved and why?
* Assessing program relevance: To what degree have changes in the political context merited a change in project outcomes? At what point in time during the implementation of the project should changes to project outcomes have been made?
* Strengths and weaknesses: What programmatic strengths and weaknesses emerge from the aforementioned analysis of the project?
* Sustainability: What evidence exists about the sustainability of the interventions and other initiatives supported by the program and the results that have been achieved? What measures have been put in place? What are the key challenges? Was the project strategy effective in terms of achieving the expected results?
* Future programming: Where could UNIFEM provide a meaningful contribution to support further the area of women’s economic security and rights?
2) Program Management
* How effective was the management of the program overall?
* How effective was program monitoring at different levels (the project team, UNIFEM sub-regional office and UNIFEM headquarters)?
* To what extent was monitoring undertaken and used to improve program design and implementation?
3) Lessons learned and Recommendations
* What lessons can be drawn from the goals, implementation and achievements of the program that could be of value to UNIFEM's further programming in this field, and to its donors and implementing partners?
Evaluation Methodology
The evaluation should focus on the coherence, relevance and achievements of the project as a whole while taking into consideration uneven progress of the two different components of the project. The evaluator will be selected based on a proposed methodology for the evaluation. The methodology will then be finalized in details at the beginning of the contract based on feedback by UNIFEM. The evaluation will ensure that key stakeholders will be consulted and it will be results-oriented and provide evidence of achievement of expected outputs and outcomes through the use of quantitative and qualitative data. The evaluation will involve the following:
* Desk review of all relevant documents of the program, e.g., those relating specifically to the program context at the regional and country levels, the program document, log-frame, implementation plans, monitoring reports, assessment and learning mission reports, donor reports, expenditure reports etc. This will be done prior to any field visit, focus group discussion, or individual interviews.
* Interviews and/or group discussions with stakeholders and partners - Selected 'face to face' individual interviews and phone interviews.
* Field visits (Serbia, Kosovo [under UN SCR 1244], Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Working in coordination with UNIFEM´s Gender Adviser/Project Manager in Belgrade and under overall supervision of the Regional Program Director in Bratislava, the Evaluation Team Leader will be responsible for the following:
Key responsibilities of a Team Leader
* Clarify the evaluation ToR with the Gender Adviser/ Project manager and review the key Project document
* Conduct analysis of the key Project documents and desk review of other relevant documents
* Identifying key informants/resource persons, conduct focus group meetings, face-to-face interviews and phone interviews;
* Coordinate and manage the work of national consultants;
* Present preliminary evaluation results to UNIFEM project team and key partners and stakeholders and collect their feedback in order to finalize the report;
Products/ deliverables:
* A detailed evaluation work plan, including detailed results based work plans for the national consultants with clear time lines and related deliverables;
* The evaluation methodology including questions listed herein;
* The final evaluation report and performance monitoring framework, taking into account feedback given by UNIFEM, partners and stakeholders on the draft within 7 days, and submit it to the Gender Adviser/ Project Manager (In case of serious discrepancies between the consultant’s findings/ conclusions and those of the commentators, these should be included and explained in an annex attached to the final report).
The final evaluation report shall be written in English (maximum 35 pages) with an Executive Summary of maximum 1 page.
The Final Report should be written fully in line with UNIFEM and UNEG quality criteria and standards. The structure of the Final Report should include as minimum follows:
* Executive Summary;
* Project description;
* Evaluation purpose;
* Evaluation methodology;
* Analysis and Findings;
* Lessons learnt;
* Recommendations;
* Annexes (including interview list, data collection instruments, key documents consulted, ToR).
Competencies
Evaluation will be conducted by a team composed of an international consultant as Evaluation Team Leader and three national consultants (the later being based in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro). The Evaluation Team Leader should have proven expertise and track record in evaluating developmental projects and qualifications around the specific thematic issues under evaluation. UNIFEM is looking for applicants with the following qualifications:
* Thorough understanding of gender, human rights and development, especially their legal aspects;
* Knowledge and experience around the thematic areas under review (gender equality mechanisms, legal frameworks and labor issues);
* Experience in leading an evaluation and managing an evaluation team;
* Demonstrated ability and excellent communication skills to facilitate group discussions;
* Demonstrated ability to produce high quality evaluation reports, including recommendations for future work of the funding organization/donor
* Experience and understanding of the regional and sub regional context; knowledge of local language an asset.
Required Skills and Experience
* The team leader is expected to have proven experience in the evaluation of developmental projects for at least 7 years.
* The evaluation team members are expected to have an experience in evaluation for at least 3 years.
* Prospective candidates may be asked to provide examples of recently completed evaluation reports.
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Application Deadline : 14-Apr-09
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 20-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : 30 Days
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Background
During a period of great political and economic transition in the Western Balkans, the United Nation’s Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) launched the project “Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights” with the financial support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). The project began in August 2006 and came to an end on 01 March 2009. The project had a sub-regional scope and activities were implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo[1].
The purpose of the project was twofold, on the one hand to strengthen the commitment, capacity and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women’s human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and on the other hand to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries. The project was implemented at the national/local level, as well as through sub-regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
UNIFEM interventions under this project focused on two areas/components: i) Gender Equality in Constitutional Reform and ii) Implementation of Women’s Economic Rights,including implementation of relevant ILO and EU standards and more specifically ensuring the rights of women in the process of privatization and prevent sexual harassment and mobbing at a work place.
Activities within the project were anchored in national-level legal frameworks and processes, including Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS), and plans of action to advance gender equality, as well as recently adopted gender equality laws, and were guided by relevant international legal frameworks, namely, the Convention on the Elimination of All Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), the Beijing Platform of Action, the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as well as international human rights treaties (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenants respectively on Civil and Political Rights and Social, Economic and Cultural Rights) and their jus cogens principles.
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[1] Under UN Security Council resolution 1244 without prejudice to its final status. It will be referred to neutrally as “Kosovo” throughout this ToR.
Duties and Responsibilities
Objectives of the Evaluation
The evaluation will be carried out between 20 April and 15 June and will be for a maximum of 30 working days. The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent in-depth assessment of the development results of the project "Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights". The evaluation will specifically aim at the following:
* Based on analysis of the Project outcomes and outputs to evaluate the extent to which the stated project results as identified in the log-frame have/ have not been achieved (a special emphasis should be placed on measuring the achievements or non-achievements of the expected result in both components of the project);
* Consolidate lessons learnt and make recommendations to guide future programming for UNIFEM, focusing mainly on the results from the economic component of the Project;
* Review the efficiency of the project management and provide recommendations for the management of future programs.
Scope of the evaluation:
The evaluation will address the following questions:
1) Program Results, Relevance and Sustainability
* Achieving program results: To what extent has the program achieved its expected results and how (ie. outputs and contribution to outcomes)? What factors account for these results? Were there any unanticipated results? What was not achieved and why?
* Assessing program relevance: To what degree have changes in the political context merited a change in project outcomes? At what point in time during the implementation of the project should changes to project outcomes have been made?
* Strengths and weaknesses: What programmatic strengths and weaknesses emerge from the aforementioned analysis of the project?
* Sustainability: What evidence exists about the sustainability of the interventions and other initiatives supported by the program and the results that have been achieved? What measures have been put in place? What are the key challenges? Was the project strategy effective in terms of achieving the expected results?
* Future programming: Where could UNIFEM provide a meaningful contribution to support further the area of women’s economic security and rights?
2) Program Management
* How effective was the management of the program overall?
* How effective was program monitoring at different levels (the project team, UNIFEM sub-regional office and UNIFEM headquarters)?
* To what extent was monitoring undertaken and used to improve program design and implementation?
3) Lessons learned and Recommendations
* What lessons can be drawn from the goals, implementation and achievements of the program that could be of value to UNIFEM's further programming in this field, and to its donors and implementing partners?
Evaluation Methodology
The evaluation should focus on the coherence, relevance and achievements of the project as a whole while taking into consideration uneven progress of the two different components of the project. The evaluator will be selected based on a proposed methodology for the evaluation. The methodology will then be finalized in details at the beginning of the contract based on feedback by UNIFEM. The evaluation will ensure that key stakeholders will be consulted and it will be results-oriented and provide evidence of achievement of expected outputs and outcomes through the use of quantitative and qualitative data. The evaluation will involve the following:
* Desk review of all relevant documents of the program, e.g., those relating specifically to the program context at the regional and country levels, the program document, log-frame, implementation plans, monitoring reports, assessment and learning mission reports, donor reports, expenditure reports etc. This will be done prior to any field visit, focus group discussion, or individual interviews.
* Interviews and/or group discussions with stakeholders and partners - Selected 'face to face' individual interviews and phone interviews.
* Field visits (Serbia, Kosovo [under UN SCR 1244], Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Working in coordination with UNIFEM´s Gender Adviser/Project Manager in Belgrade and under overall supervision of the Regional Program Director in Bratislava, the Evaluation Team Leader will be responsible for the following:
Key responsibilities of a Team Leader
* Clarify the evaluation ToR with the Gender Adviser/ Project manager and review the key Project document
* Conduct analysis of the key Project documents and desk review of other relevant documents
* Identifying key informants/resource persons, conduct focus group meetings, face-to-face interviews and phone interviews;
* Coordinate and manage the work of national consultants;
* Present preliminary evaluation results to UNIFEM project team and key partners and stakeholders and collect their feedback in order to finalize the report;
Products/ deliverables:
* A detailed evaluation work plan, including detailed results based work plans for the national consultants with clear time lines and related deliverables;
* The evaluation methodology including questions listed herein;
* The final evaluation report and performance monitoring framework, taking into account feedback given by UNIFEM, partners and stakeholders on the draft within 7 days, and submit it to the Gender Adviser/ Project Manager (In case of serious discrepancies between the consultant’s findings/ conclusions and those of the commentators, these should be included and explained in an annex attached to the final report).
The final evaluation report shall be written in English (maximum 35 pages) with an Executive Summary of maximum 1 page.
The Final Report should be written fully in line with UNIFEM and UNEG quality criteria and standards. The structure of the Final Report should include as minimum follows:
* Executive Summary;
* Project description;
* Evaluation purpose;
* Evaluation methodology;
* Analysis and Findings;
* Lessons learnt;
* Recommendations;
* Annexes (including interview list, data collection instruments, key documents consulted, ToR).
Competencies
Evaluation will be conducted by a team composed of an international consultant as Evaluation Team Leader and three national consultants (the later being based in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro). The Evaluation Team Leader should have proven expertise and track record in evaluating developmental projects and qualifications around the specific thematic issues under evaluation. UNIFEM is looking for applicants with the following qualifications:
* Thorough understanding of gender, human rights and development, especially their legal aspects;
* Knowledge and experience around the thematic areas under review (gender equality mechanisms, legal frameworks and labor issues);
* Experience in leading an evaluation and managing an evaluation team;
* Demonstrated ability and excellent communication skills to facilitate group discussions;
* Demonstrated ability to produce high quality evaluation reports, including recommendations for future work of the funding organization/donor
* Experience and understanding of the regional and sub regional context; knowledge of local language an asset.
Required Skills and Experience
* The team leader is expected to have proven experience in the evaluation of developmental projects for at least 7 years.
* The evaluation team members are expected to have an experience in evaluation for at least 3 years.
* Prospective candidates may be asked to provide examples of recently completed evaluation reports.
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941 - CONSULTANT: EXPERT FOR EVALUATION OF UNIFEM PROJECTS - TEAM MEMBER
Location : Belgrade, SERBIA
Application Deadline : 13-Apr-09
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required : English
Starting Date :(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 27-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : By June 15th, max 20 working days
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Background
During a period of great political and economic transition in the Western Balkans, the United Nation’s Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) launched the project “Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights” with the financial support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). The project began in August 2006 and came to an end on 01 March 2009. The project had a sub-regional scope and activities were implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo[1].
The purpose of the project was twofold, on the one hand to strengthen the commitment, capacity and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women’s human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and on the other hand to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries. The project was implemented at the national/local level, as well as through sub-regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
UNIFEM interventions under this project focused on two areas/components: i) Gender Equality in Constitutional Reform and ii) Implementation of Women’s Economic Rights,including implementation of relevant ILO and EU standards and more specifically ensuring the rights of women in the process of privatization and prevent sexual harassment and mobbing at a work place.
Activities within the project were anchored in national-level legal frameworks and processes, including Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS), and plans of action to advance gender equality, as well as recently adopted gender equality laws, and were guided by relevant international legal frameworks, namely, the Convention on the Elimination of All Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), the Beijing Platform of Action, the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as well as international human rights treaties (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenants respectively on Civil and Political Rights and Social, Economic and Cultural Rights) and their jus cogens principles
[1] Under UN Security Council resolution 1244 without prejudice to its final status. It will be referred to neutrally as “Kosovo” throughout this ToR.
Duties and Responsibilities
Objectives of the Evaluation
The evaluation will be carried out between 20 April and 15 June and will be for a maximum of 30 working days. The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent in-depth assessment of the development results of the project "Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights". The evaluation will specifically aim at the following:
* Based on analysis of the Project outcomes and outputs to evaluate the extent to which the stated project results as identified in the log-frame have/ have not been achieved (a special emphasis should be placed on measuring the achievements or non-achievements of the expected result in both components of the project);
* Consolidate lessons learnt and make recommendations to guide future programming for UNIFEM, focusing mainly on the results from the economic component of the Project;
* Review the efficiency of the project management and provide recommendations for the management of future programs.
Scope of the evaluation:
The evaluation will address the following questions:
1) Program Results, Relevance and Sustainability
* Achieving program results: To what extent has the program achieved its expected results and how (ie. outputs and contribution to outcomes)? What factors account for these results? Were there any unanticipated results? What was not achieved and why?
* Assessing program relevance: To what degree have changes in the political context merited a change in project outcomes? At what point in time during the implementation of the project should changes to project outcomes have been made?
* Strengths and weaknesses: What programmatic strengths and weaknesses emerge from the aforementioned analysis of the project?
* Sustainability: What evidence exists about the sustainability of the interventions and other initiatives supported by the program and the results that have been achieved? What measures have been put in place? What are the key challenges? Was the project strategy effective in terms of achieving the expected results?
* Future programming: Where could UNIFEM provide a meaningful contribution to support further the area of women’s economic security and rights?
2) Program Management
* How effective was the management of the program overall?
* How effective was program monitoring at different levels (the project team, UNIFEM sub-regional office and UNIFEM headquarters)?
* To what extent was monitoring undertaken and used to improve program design and implementation?
3) Lessons learned and Recommendations
* What lessons can be drawn from the goals, implementation and achievements of the program that could be of value to UNIFEM's further programming in this field, and to its donors and implementing partners?
Evaluation Methodology
The evaluation should focus on the coherence, relevance and achievements of the project as a whole while taking into consideration uneven progress of the two different components of the project. The evaluator will be selected based on a proposed methodology for the evaluation. The methodology will then be finalized in details at the beginning of the contract based on feedback by UNIFEM. The evaluation will ensure that key stakeholders will be consulted and it will be results-oriented and provide evidence of achievement of expected outputs and outcomes through the use of quantitative and qualitative data. The evaluation will involve the following:
* Desk review of all relevant documents of the program, e.g., those relating specifically to the program context at the regional and country levels, the program document, log-frame, implementation plans, monitoring reports, assessment and learning mission reports, donor reports, expenditure reports etc. This will be done prior to any field visit, focus group discussion, or individual interviews.
* Interviews and/or group discussions with stakeholders and partners - Selected 'face to face' individual interviews and phone interviews.
* Field visits (Serbia, Kosovo [under UN SCR 1244], Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Working in coordination with UNIFEM´s Gender Adviser/Project Manager in Belgrade and under overall supervision of Evaluation Team Leader the National Consultant/Team member will be responsible for the following:
* Conduct analysis of the key Project documents and desk review of other relevant documents
* Identifying key informants/resource persons, conduct focus group meetings, face-to-face interviews and phone interviews;
* Present preliminary evaluation results to UNIFEM project team and key partners and stakeholders and collect their feedback in order to finalize the report;
Products/ deliverables:
* A detailed evaluation work plan, including detailed results based work plans for the national consultants with clear time lines and related deliverables;
* The evaluation methodology including questions listed herein;
* The final evaluation report and performance monitoring framework, taking into account feedback given by UNIFEM, partners and stakeholders on the draft within 7 days, and submit it to the Gender Adviser/ Project Manager (In case of serious discrepancies between the consultant’s findings/ conclusions and those of the commentators, these should be included and explained in an annex attached to the final report).
The final evaluation report shall be written in English (maximum 35 pages) with an Executive Summary of maximum 1 page. The Final Report should be written fully in line with UNIFEM and UNEG quality criteria and standards. The structure of the Final Report should include as minimum follows:
* Executive Summary;
* Project description;
* Evaluation purpose;
* Evaluation methodology;
* Analysis and Findings;
* Lessons learnt;
* Recommendations;
* Annexes (including interview list, data collection instruments, key documents consulted, ToR).
Competencies
Evaluation will be conducted by a team composed of an international consultant as Evaluation Team Leader and three national consultants (the later being based in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro). The Evaluation Team Leader should have proven expertise and track record in evaluating developmental projects and qualifications around the specific thematic issues under evaluation. UNIFEM is looking for applicants with the following qualifications:
b) National consultants (in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia)
* Knowledge of the status of women and gender equality agenda in the relevant country
* Excellent communication skills;
* Excellent writing skills and ability to extract key findings from documents and interviews;
* Willingness and ability to travel within the region;
* High proficiency in English
Required Skills and Experience
The team leader is expected to have proven experience in the evaluation of developmental projects for at least 7 years. The evaluation team members are expected to have an experience in evaluation for at least 3 years. Prospective candidates may be asked to provide examples of recently completed evaluation reports
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Application Deadline : 13-Apr-09
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required : English
Starting Date :(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 27-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : By June 15th, max 20 working days
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Background
During a period of great political and economic transition in the Western Balkans, the United Nation’s Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) launched the project “Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights” with the financial support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). The project began in August 2006 and came to an end on 01 March 2009. The project had a sub-regional scope and activities were implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo[1].
The purpose of the project was twofold, on the one hand to strengthen the commitment, capacity and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women’s human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and on the other hand to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries. The project was implemented at the national/local level, as well as through sub-regional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
UNIFEM interventions under this project focused on two areas/components: i) Gender Equality in Constitutional Reform and ii) Implementation of Women’s Economic Rights,including implementation of relevant ILO and EU standards and more specifically ensuring the rights of women in the process of privatization and prevent sexual harassment and mobbing at a work place.
Activities within the project were anchored in national-level legal frameworks and processes, including Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS), and plans of action to advance gender equality, as well as recently adopted gender equality laws, and were guided by relevant international legal frameworks, namely, the Convention on the Elimination of All Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), the Beijing Platform of Action, the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as well as international human rights treaties (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenants respectively on Civil and Political Rights and Social, Economic and Cultural Rights) and their jus cogens principles
[1] Under UN Security Council resolution 1244 without prejudice to its final status. It will be referred to neutrally as “Kosovo” throughout this ToR.
Duties and Responsibilities
Objectives of the Evaluation
The evaluation will be carried out between 20 April and 15 June and will be for a maximum of 30 working days. The purpose of this evaluation is to provide an independent in-depth assessment of the development results of the project "Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights". The evaluation will specifically aim at the following:
* Based on analysis of the Project outcomes and outputs to evaluate the extent to which the stated project results as identified in the log-frame have/ have not been achieved (a special emphasis should be placed on measuring the achievements or non-achievements of the expected result in both components of the project);
* Consolidate lessons learnt and make recommendations to guide future programming for UNIFEM, focusing mainly on the results from the economic component of the Project;
* Review the efficiency of the project management and provide recommendations for the management of future programs.
Scope of the evaluation:
The evaluation will address the following questions:
1) Program Results, Relevance and Sustainability
* Achieving program results: To what extent has the program achieved its expected results and how (ie. outputs and contribution to outcomes)? What factors account for these results? Were there any unanticipated results? What was not achieved and why?
* Assessing program relevance: To what degree have changes in the political context merited a change in project outcomes? At what point in time during the implementation of the project should changes to project outcomes have been made?
* Strengths and weaknesses: What programmatic strengths and weaknesses emerge from the aforementioned analysis of the project?
* Sustainability: What evidence exists about the sustainability of the interventions and other initiatives supported by the program and the results that have been achieved? What measures have been put in place? What are the key challenges? Was the project strategy effective in terms of achieving the expected results?
* Future programming: Where could UNIFEM provide a meaningful contribution to support further the area of women’s economic security and rights?
2) Program Management
* How effective was the management of the program overall?
* How effective was program monitoring at different levels (the project team, UNIFEM sub-regional office and UNIFEM headquarters)?
* To what extent was monitoring undertaken and used to improve program design and implementation?
3) Lessons learned and Recommendations
* What lessons can be drawn from the goals, implementation and achievements of the program that could be of value to UNIFEM's further programming in this field, and to its donors and implementing partners?
Evaluation Methodology
The evaluation should focus on the coherence, relevance and achievements of the project as a whole while taking into consideration uneven progress of the two different components of the project. The evaluator will be selected based on a proposed methodology for the evaluation. The methodology will then be finalized in details at the beginning of the contract based on feedback by UNIFEM. The evaluation will ensure that key stakeholders will be consulted and it will be results-oriented and provide evidence of achievement of expected outputs and outcomes through the use of quantitative and qualitative data. The evaluation will involve the following:
* Desk review of all relevant documents of the program, e.g., those relating specifically to the program context at the regional and country levels, the program document, log-frame, implementation plans, monitoring reports, assessment and learning mission reports, donor reports, expenditure reports etc. This will be done prior to any field visit, focus group discussion, or individual interviews.
* Interviews and/or group discussions with stakeholders and partners - Selected 'face to face' individual interviews and phone interviews.
* Field visits (Serbia, Kosovo [under UN SCR 1244], Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Working in coordination with UNIFEM´s Gender Adviser/Project Manager in Belgrade and under overall supervision of Evaluation Team Leader the National Consultant/Team member will be responsible for the following:
* Conduct analysis of the key Project documents and desk review of other relevant documents
* Identifying key informants/resource persons, conduct focus group meetings, face-to-face interviews and phone interviews;
* Present preliminary evaluation results to UNIFEM project team and key partners and stakeholders and collect their feedback in order to finalize the report;
Products/ deliverables:
* A detailed evaluation work plan, including detailed results based work plans for the national consultants with clear time lines and related deliverables;
* The evaluation methodology including questions listed herein;
* The final evaluation report and performance monitoring framework, taking into account feedback given by UNIFEM, partners and stakeholders on the draft within 7 days, and submit it to the Gender Adviser/ Project Manager (In case of serious discrepancies between the consultant’s findings/ conclusions and those of the commentators, these should be included and explained in an annex attached to the final report).
The final evaluation report shall be written in English (maximum 35 pages) with an Executive Summary of maximum 1 page. The Final Report should be written fully in line with UNIFEM and UNEG quality criteria and standards. The structure of the Final Report should include as minimum follows:
* Executive Summary;
* Project description;
* Evaluation purpose;
* Evaluation methodology;
* Analysis and Findings;
* Lessons learnt;
* Recommendations;
* Annexes (including interview list, data collection instruments, key documents consulted, ToR).
Competencies
Evaluation will be conducted by a team composed of an international consultant as Evaluation Team Leader and three national consultants (the later being based in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro). The Evaluation Team Leader should have proven expertise and track record in evaluating developmental projects and qualifications around the specific thematic issues under evaluation. UNIFEM is looking for applicants with the following qualifications:
b) National consultants (in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia)
* Knowledge of the status of women and gender equality agenda in the relevant country
* Excellent communication skills;
* Excellent writing skills and ability to extract key findings from documents and interviews;
* Willingness and ability to travel within the region;
* High proficiency in English
Required Skills and Experience
The team leader is expected to have proven experience in the evaluation of developmental projects for at least 7 years. The evaluation team members are expected to have an experience in evaluation for at least 3 years. Prospective candidates may be asked to provide examples of recently completed evaluation reports
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Country Programme Manager
Location : Nairobi, KENYA
Application Deadline : 09-Apr-09
Type of Contract : ALD International
Post Level : ALD-4
Languages Required :
English
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year
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Background
United Nation's Development fund for Women (UNIFEM) is mandated by the General Assembly to work towards achieving gender equality goals and commitments through providing financial and technical assistance to innovative programs and strategies that promote women's human rights, political participation and economic security. In fulfillment of its mandate, UNIFEM partners with governments, civil society organizations and regional bodies. Within the UN system, and in accordance with the United nations triennial comprehensive Programme Review,(TCPR) UNIFEM has been mandated to avail its technical expertise to the UN for the promotion of gender equality and women human rights. In doing so she is called specifically to link women's issues and concerns to national, regional and global agendas and policies by fostering collaboration and providing technical expertise on gender mainstreaming and women's empowerment strategies.
UNIFEM's Kenya program builds on the achievements, lessons learned and challenges of the previous programme (2004 - 2007) and on UNIFEM's continued recognized leadership in facilitation and convening of key stakeholders in Kenya. UNIFEM's Kenya program works in the four thematic areas decided in its strategic plan ,i.e. governance, women's economic security and rights, women's participation in decision making, HIV and AIDS and violence against women. It implements its programs in close partnership with government institutions, civil society organizations, the UN system and donors. In addition, In Kenya, UNIFEM manages the multidonor basket fund on governance with a resource base of nearly 8 million dollars. UNIFEM coordinates the UN gender theme group and the Gender Donor Roundtable, and actively cooperates with other UN agencies.
In order to ensure quality support to the various stakeholders in this programme and the efficient and effective delivery and implementation of its programme activities, UNIFEM seeks to recruit a country program manager for Kenya.
The CPM will need to have a clear vision and understanding of issues of gender equality and Women human rights in Kenya to be able to provide leadership and technical support on substantive issues related women participation in decision making to governments and civil Society as well to the UN system. This competencies should be coupled with proven expertise in program development, implementation and management, partnership building and resource mobilization.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Regional Program Director, East and Horn of Africa, the Country Program Manager will provide technical and program support services ensuring project delivery, high quality outputs, with accuracy and consistency of work for UNIFEM's projects in Kenya.
The Country Program Manager works in close collaboration with the UNIFEM Nairobi team in operations and program, UNIFEM HQ Africa section and thematic advisors . The Country Program Manager will also work with the Kenya UN Country Team, as required to exchange information and support program delivery.
More specifically, the Country Program Manager will be responsible for the following:
Strategic Policy Coordination and Partnerships:
* Monitor trends and issues affecting women in Kenya and develop strategic responses to opportunities and challenges including the formulation of programs, strategies and activities,
* Participate in and represent UNIFEM in various UN coordination mechanisms and activities as related to the sectors covered. Ensure coordination and harmonization of projects covered within the region and those of other development partners. Maintain relationships with UNIFEM's external partners including donors, government agencies and NGOs and represent UNIFEM in meetings as deemed appropriate by the Regional Program Director.
* Provide leadership and quality oversight over the efforts to strengthen Government institutions, especially the Ministry of Gender and women affairs to effectively implement national development strategies.
* Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing at the country and regional level focusing on achievements, lessons learned and methodologies utilized in project implementation. Participate in the training sessions of knowledge networks and communities of practice.
* Build strong partnership with donors agencies based in Kenya to ensure synergy or efforts in line with the Paris declaration Principles
Programme Management;
* Provide technical and management support to project/program activities in the following assigned sectors: Mainstreaming gender in governance and economic management and capacity development for government and women's organizations, support to women human rights organisations for promotion and protection of women's rights in Kenya, gender justice, participation of women in reconciliation processes,
* Prepare background and project documents and briefs within the context of UNIFEM's work in Kenya and provide technical leadership in implementation on the above sectors.
* Prepare periodic internal reports, donor reports and contribute to UNIFEM's annual reports in consultation with relevant program officers. Ensure that reports are in accordance with specific requirements of donors and/or UNIFEM.
* Monitor and evaluate ongoing programs/projects for delivery and impact; Asses implementation ,analyze work- plan, prepare progress reports, draft summary reports, participate in tripartite meetings, recommend actions and solutions, analyze objectives and results, distill and write lessons learned.
* Provide close guidance and direction to ensure strategic focus, result orientation and effectiveness and efficiency in all aspects of UNIFEM's operations and programs.
* Support the Regional Program Director in resource mobilization ad reporting for donors. Identify and follow up opportunities for resource mobilization for UNIFEM's work in Kenya in consultations with UNIFEM Regional Program director. Prepare annual and donor reports on Kenya and for the project for review and approval by the Regional Program director. Support the UNIFEM Kenya program staff.
* Perform other duties as required by the UNIFEM Regional Program Director.
Financial and Human Resources Management
* Ensure effective management of resources for achieving results,
* Prepare annual budgets and work plans for approval by the regional program Director,
* Review budgets and work plans, and bring any proposed changes to the attention of Regional Program Director.
* Prepare project budget revisions to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of inputs and realization of targeted expenditures.
* Ensure delivery of program resources in line with UNIFEM regulations and procedures to track project budgets and expenditures.
* Identify human resource needs, in line with the requirements of the program. Take appropriate action for recruitment of staff, in line with UNIFEM regulations,
* Provide the strategic guidance to staff members,
* Perform other duties that support and strengthen UNIFEM's role in Kenya
Competencies
* Proven analytical and problem solving skills.
* Good planning, goal setting and prioritization skills.
* Ability to lead and inspire staff and partners toward shared goals
* Good inter-personal and diplomacy skills;
* Capacity to write clearly and concisely;
* Ability to take decision under pressure and to deal with matters that are politically and cultural sensitive.
* Ability to work across multi-cultural context and build partnership to ensure achievement of results in a post conflict environment.
Required Skills and Experience
Academic Background
* Advanced university degree in social sciences i.e. Political Science; International Development Studies; gender/women's studies; economics; or sociology.
Technical Expertise:
* Gender analysis and mainstreaming in programming and implementation, knowledge of legal and policy framework on women's right/roles and analytical skills particularly in post conflict environment and peace building.
* Substantive knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of women's rights, gender equality programming, and mainstreaming gender in governance, economic management and capacity development nexus.
* Strong communication skills, with proven expertise in writing cogent and convincing policy and programme documents for development practitioner;
* Proven experience in advocating for women's empowerment and rights along with gender equality programming in developing countries, including in-depth knowledge of regional organizations and women's organizations working on gender, governance and human rights.
Work experience
* At least 7 years work experience in any of the following fields: women's rights and gender equality programming in developing countries with specialized experience in Gender and Development and Program Management. At least 7 years work experience in any of the following fields: women's rights and gender equality programming in developing countries with specialized experience in Gender and Development and Program Management.
* Experience of having managed an organization in the relevant field an advantage;
* Working experience with UN joint programming frameworks and result-based management systems.
Language:
Fluency in English. Knowledge of local language (Kiswahili) an added advantage
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Application Deadline : 09-Apr-09
Type of Contract : ALD International
Post Level : ALD-4
Languages Required :
English
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year
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Background
United Nation's Development fund for Women (UNIFEM) is mandated by the General Assembly to work towards achieving gender equality goals and commitments through providing financial and technical assistance to innovative programs and strategies that promote women's human rights, political participation and economic security. In fulfillment of its mandate, UNIFEM partners with governments, civil society organizations and regional bodies. Within the UN system, and in accordance with the United nations triennial comprehensive Programme Review,(TCPR) UNIFEM has been mandated to avail its technical expertise to the UN for the promotion of gender equality and women human rights. In doing so she is called specifically to link women's issues and concerns to national, regional and global agendas and policies by fostering collaboration and providing technical expertise on gender mainstreaming and women's empowerment strategies.
UNIFEM's Kenya program builds on the achievements, lessons learned and challenges of the previous programme (2004 - 2007) and on UNIFEM's continued recognized leadership in facilitation and convening of key stakeholders in Kenya. UNIFEM's Kenya program works in the four thematic areas decided in its strategic plan ,i.e. governance, women's economic security and rights, women's participation in decision making, HIV and AIDS and violence against women. It implements its programs in close partnership with government institutions, civil society organizations, the UN system and donors. In addition, In Kenya, UNIFEM manages the multidonor basket fund on governance with a resource base of nearly 8 million dollars. UNIFEM coordinates the UN gender theme group and the Gender Donor Roundtable, and actively cooperates with other UN agencies.
In order to ensure quality support to the various stakeholders in this programme and the efficient and effective delivery and implementation of its programme activities, UNIFEM seeks to recruit a country program manager for Kenya.
The CPM will need to have a clear vision and understanding of issues of gender equality and Women human rights in Kenya to be able to provide leadership and technical support on substantive issues related women participation in decision making to governments and civil Society as well to the UN system. This competencies should be coupled with proven expertise in program development, implementation and management, partnership building and resource mobilization.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Regional Program Director, East and Horn of Africa, the Country Program Manager will provide technical and program support services ensuring project delivery, high quality outputs, with accuracy and consistency of work for UNIFEM's projects in Kenya.
The Country Program Manager works in close collaboration with the UNIFEM Nairobi team in operations and program, UNIFEM HQ Africa section and thematic advisors . The Country Program Manager will also work with the Kenya UN Country Team, as required to exchange information and support program delivery.
More specifically, the Country Program Manager will be responsible for the following:
Strategic Policy Coordination and Partnerships:
* Monitor trends and issues affecting women in Kenya and develop strategic responses to opportunities and challenges including the formulation of programs, strategies and activities,
* Participate in and represent UNIFEM in various UN coordination mechanisms and activities as related to the sectors covered. Ensure coordination and harmonization of projects covered within the region and those of other development partners. Maintain relationships with UNIFEM's external partners including donors, government agencies and NGOs and represent UNIFEM in meetings as deemed appropriate by the Regional Program Director.
* Provide leadership and quality oversight over the efforts to strengthen Government institutions, especially the Ministry of Gender and women affairs to effectively implement national development strategies.
* Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing at the country and regional level focusing on achievements, lessons learned and methodologies utilized in project implementation. Participate in the training sessions of knowledge networks and communities of practice.
* Build strong partnership with donors agencies based in Kenya to ensure synergy or efforts in line with the Paris declaration Principles
Programme Management;
* Provide technical and management support to project/program activities in the following assigned sectors: Mainstreaming gender in governance and economic management and capacity development for government and women's organizations, support to women human rights organisations for promotion and protection of women's rights in Kenya, gender justice, participation of women in reconciliation processes,
* Prepare background and project documents and briefs within the context of UNIFEM's work in Kenya and provide technical leadership in implementation on the above sectors.
* Prepare periodic internal reports, donor reports and contribute to UNIFEM's annual reports in consultation with relevant program officers. Ensure that reports are in accordance with specific requirements of donors and/or UNIFEM.
* Monitor and evaluate ongoing programs/projects for delivery and impact; Asses implementation ,analyze work- plan, prepare progress reports, draft summary reports, participate in tripartite meetings, recommend actions and solutions, analyze objectives and results, distill and write lessons learned.
* Provide close guidance and direction to ensure strategic focus, result orientation and effectiveness and efficiency in all aspects of UNIFEM's operations and programs.
* Support the Regional Program Director in resource mobilization ad reporting for donors. Identify and follow up opportunities for resource mobilization for UNIFEM's work in Kenya in consultations with UNIFEM Regional Program director. Prepare annual and donor reports on Kenya and for the project for review and approval by the Regional Program director. Support the UNIFEM Kenya program staff.
* Perform other duties as required by the UNIFEM Regional Program Director.
Financial and Human Resources Management
* Ensure effective management of resources for achieving results,
* Prepare annual budgets and work plans for approval by the regional program Director,
* Review budgets and work plans, and bring any proposed changes to the attention of Regional Program Director.
* Prepare project budget revisions to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of inputs and realization of targeted expenditures.
* Ensure delivery of program resources in line with UNIFEM regulations and procedures to track project budgets and expenditures.
* Identify human resource needs, in line with the requirements of the program. Take appropriate action for recruitment of staff, in line with UNIFEM regulations,
* Provide the strategic guidance to staff members,
* Perform other duties that support and strengthen UNIFEM's role in Kenya
Competencies
* Proven analytical and problem solving skills.
* Good planning, goal setting and prioritization skills.
* Ability to lead and inspire staff and partners toward shared goals
* Good inter-personal and diplomacy skills;
* Capacity to write clearly and concisely;
* Ability to take decision under pressure and to deal with matters that are politically and cultural sensitive.
* Ability to work across multi-cultural context and build partnership to ensure achievement of results in a post conflict environment.
Required Skills and Experience
Academic Background
* Advanced university degree in social sciences i.e. Political Science; International Development Studies; gender/women's studies; economics; or sociology.
Technical Expertise:
* Gender analysis and mainstreaming in programming and implementation, knowledge of legal and policy framework on women's right/roles and analytical skills particularly in post conflict environment and peace building.
* Substantive knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of women's rights, gender equality programming, and mainstreaming gender in governance, economic management and capacity development nexus.
* Strong communication skills, with proven expertise in writing cogent and convincing policy and programme documents for development practitioner;
* Proven experience in advocating for women's empowerment and rights along with gender equality programming in developing countries, including in-depth knowledge of regional organizations and women's organizations working on gender, governance and human rights.
Work experience
* At least 7 years work experience in any of the following fields: women's rights and gender equality programming in developing countries with specialized experience in Gender and Development and Program Management. At least 7 years work experience in any of the following fields: women's rights and gender equality programming in developing countries with specialized experience in Gender and Development and Program Management.
* Experience of having managed an organization in the relevant field an advantage;
* Working experience with UN joint programming frameworks and result-based management systems.
Language:
Fluency in English. Knowledge of local language (Kiswahili) an added advantage
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COUNTRY PROGRAMME MANAGER
Location : Addis Ababa, ETHIOPIA
Application Deadline : 09-Apr-09
Type of Contract : ALD International
Post Level : ALD-4
Languages Required :
English
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year
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Background
UNIFEM is United Nation's Development fund for Women with the objective of providing financial and technical assistance to innovative programs and strategies that promote women's human rights, political participation and economic security. Within the UN system, UNIFEM promotes gender equality and links women's issues and concerns to national, regional and global agendas by fostering collaboration and providing technical expertise on gender mainstreaming and women's empowerment strategies.
For the last several years, UNIFEM has been supporting gender equality work in Ethiopia through support to women's rights organizations and the Federal government through the Ministry of Women's affairs. UNIFEM has also been instrumental in the development of the current UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) for Ethiopia.
In order to support the continued growth of the Ethiopia program, UNIFEM seeks to recruit a program manager with proven expertise in program development, project management, partnership building and resource mobilization.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the Regional Program Director, East and Horn of Africa, the Country Program Manager will have overall responsibility for ensuring the timely implementation of the program's activities as per the program document and program work plan. She or he will also be responsible for monitoring other UNIFEM supported projects in Ethiopia.
More specifically, the Country Program Manager's role and responsibilities will be:
* Co-ordinate and manage program activities including substantive, administrative, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation of program activities.
* Provide leadership advocating program objectives and in assuring that all interested parties are well informed about program activities and goals.
* Ensure coordination with and involvement of EC delegations, UNCTs and national partners.
* Facilitate, support and contribute to the process of undertaking mapping studies.
* Ensure productive national consultations on mainstreaming gender equality perspectives in national development planning and development cooperation;
* Ensure development and monitoring of indicators on the impact of gender equality on aid effectiveness including through the use of gender responsive budgeting;
* Provide feedback on programme resource materials developed by ITC-ILO, as well as develop resource materials to support in-country capacity-building activities as needed.
* Provide information and ensure adequate use of the on line courses and the website provided by ITC/ILO by national stakeholders;
* Document national experiences in mainstreaming gender in aid delivery as they emanate from project implementation
* Produce programme reports on mainstreaming gender equality in aid effectiveness, SCR 1325, and in EC policy instruments (i.e. EC mid-term reviews).
* Monitor other UNIFEM supported programmes in Ethiopia, ensuring effective implementation, timely reporting and ongoing technical support to UNIFEM partners.
* Evolve a programme strategy for UNIFEM in Ethiopia.
* Represent UNIFEM as necessary at various levels
* Any other duties that may be assigned by the Regional Programme Director.
Competencies
* Good planning, goal setting and prioritization skills.
* Ability to lead and inspire staff and partners toward shared goals
* Good inter-personal and diplomacy skills;
* Capacity to write clearly and concisely;
* Ability to take decision under pressure and to deal with matters that are politically and cultural sensitive.
* Ability to work across multi-cultural context and build partnership to ensure achievement of results in a post conflict environment.
Required Skills and Experience
Academic Background:
* Advanced university degree in social sciences i.e. Political Science; International development Studies; gender/women's studies; economics; or sociology.
Technical Expertise:
* Gender analysis and mainstreaming in programming and implementation, knowledge of legal and policy framework on women's right/roles and analytical skills particularly in post conflict environment and peace building.
* Substantive knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of women's rights, gender equality programming, and mainstreaming gender in governance, economic management and capacity development nexus.
* Proven experience in advocating for women's empowerment and rights along with gender equality programming in developing countries, including in-depth knowledge of regional organizations and women's organizations working on gender, governance and human rights.
* Strong communication skills, with proven expertise in writing cogent and convincing policy and programme documents for development practitioners.
* Proven analytical and problem solving skills.
Work experience:
* At least 7 years of work experience in any of the following fields: women's rights and gender equality programming in developing countries with specialized experience in Gender and Development and Program Management.
* Experience of having managed an organization in the relevant field an advantage;
* Working experience with UN joint programming frameworks and result-based management systems is a particular advantage;
* Experience with international organizations, the UN system and civil society is particularly desirable.
Language:
Fluency in English. Knowledge of local language is an added value
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Application Deadline : 09-Apr-09
Type of Contract : ALD International
Post Level : ALD-4
Languages Required :
English
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year
apply now
Background
UNIFEM is United Nation's Development fund for Women with the objective of providing financial and technical assistance to innovative programs and strategies that promote women's human rights, political participation and economic security. Within the UN system, UNIFEM promotes gender equality and links women's issues and concerns to national, regional and global agendas by fostering collaboration and providing technical expertise on gender mainstreaming and women's empowerment strategies.
For the last several years, UNIFEM has been supporting gender equality work in Ethiopia through support to women's rights organizations and the Federal government through the Ministry of Women's affairs. UNIFEM has also been instrumental in the development of the current UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) for Ethiopia.
In order to support the continued growth of the Ethiopia program, UNIFEM seeks to recruit a program manager with proven expertise in program development, project management, partnership building and resource mobilization.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the Regional Program Director, East and Horn of Africa, the Country Program Manager will have overall responsibility for ensuring the timely implementation of the program's activities as per the program document and program work plan. She or he will also be responsible for monitoring other UNIFEM supported projects in Ethiopia.
More specifically, the Country Program Manager's role and responsibilities will be:
* Co-ordinate and manage program activities including substantive, administrative, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation of program activities.
* Provide leadership advocating program objectives and in assuring that all interested parties are well informed about program activities and goals.
* Ensure coordination with and involvement of EC delegations, UNCTs and national partners.
* Facilitate, support and contribute to the process of undertaking mapping studies.
* Ensure productive national consultations on mainstreaming gender equality perspectives in national development planning and development cooperation;
* Ensure development and monitoring of indicators on the impact of gender equality on aid effectiveness including through the use of gender responsive budgeting;
* Provide feedback on programme resource materials developed by ITC-ILO, as well as develop resource materials to support in-country capacity-building activities as needed.
* Provide information and ensure adequate use of the on line courses and the website provided by ITC/ILO by national stakeholders;
* Document national experiences in mainstreaming gender in aid delivery as they emanate from project implementation
* Produce programme reports on mainstreaming gender equality in aid effectiveness, SCR 1325, and in EC policy instruments (i.e. EC mid-term reviews).
* Monitor other UNIFEM supported programmes in Ethiopia, ensuring effective implementation, timely reporting and ongoing technical support to UNIFEM partners.
* Evolve a programme strategy for UNIFEM in Ethiopia.
* Represent UNIFEM as necessary at various levels
* Any other duties that may be assigned by the Regional Programme Director.
Competencies
* Good planning, goal setting and prioritization skills.
* Ability to lead and inspire staff and partners toward shared goals
* Good inter-personal and diplomacy skills;
* Capacity to write clearly and concisely;
* Ability to take decision under pressure and to deal with matters that are politically and cultural sensitive.
* Ability to work across multi-cultural context and build partnership to ensure achievement of results in a post conflict environment.
Required Skills and Experience
Academic Background:
* Advanced university degree in social sciences i.e. Political Science; International development Studies; gender/women's studies; economics; or sociology.
Technical Expertise:
* Gender analysis and mainstreaming in programming and implementation, knowledge of legal and policy framework on women's right/roles and analytical skills particularly in post conflict environment and peace building.
* Substantive knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of women's rights, gender equality programming, and mainstreaming gender in governance, economic management and capacity development nexus.
* Proven experience in advocating for women's empowerment and rights along with gender equality programming in developing countries, including in-depth knowledge of regional organizations and women's organizations working on gender, governance and human rights.
* Strong communication skills, with proven expertise in writing cogent and convincing policy and programme documents for development practitioners.
* Proven analytical and problem solving skills.
Work experience:
* At least 7 years of work experience in any of the following fields: women's rights and gender equality programming in developing countries with specialized experience in Gender and Development and Program Management.
* Experience of having managed an organization in the relevant field an advantage;
* Working experience with UN joint programming frameworks and result-based management systems is a particular advantage;
* Experience with international organizations, the UN system and civil society is particularly desirable.
Language:
Fluency in English. Knowledge of local language is an added value
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Friday, 27 February 2009
PROGRAMME SPECIALIST/NATIONAL PROGRAMME OFFICER
Location :Bratislava, SLOVAK REPUBLIC
Application Deadline :13-Mar-09
Type of Contract :100 Series
Post Number :00011150
Post Level :NOC
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 01-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract :1 year
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Background
Since 2001, UNIFEM Regional Office for CEE based in Bratislava, Slovakia has been supporting and developing innovative and catalytic initiatives promoting women’s rights and gender equality in Central and Eastern European countries (the Western Balkans). UNIFEM’s projects focus on strengthening women’s participation in decision-making processes, promotion of women’s economic and social rights, supporting women’s participation in peace-building and security sector reform processes and on building violence-free societies. In support to current development work in the region, UNIFEM Regional Office for CEE is looking for the Programme Specialist who, under the supervision of the Regional Programme Director will fulfill the following duties and responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities
The Programme Specialist will be responsible for the management of the UNIFEM portfolio of programmes, projects and other initiatives and activities, following UNDP/UNIFEM rules and procedures. More specifically:
* Analyze regional economic, social and political factors, which affect UNIFEM programmes and projects in the region, in close coordination with the RPD;
* Identify regional development needs relevant to UNIFEM’s activities and develop programme proposals to support Strategic Plan for 2008-2011;
* Assist RPD in design and formulation of regional programmes and projects integrating thematic areas;
* Monitor complex portfolios of projects with significant non-core resources and multiple donors to ensure that objectives are met and delivered timely;
* Participate in project and donor evaluation of projects;
* Participate in fact-finding, inception and implementation of missions covering all the countries in the region;
* Prepare mission reports, liaise with lead agencies and develop follow-up plans for implementation;
* Develop with RPD, strategic regional partnerships with donors, private sector, NGOs and UN Agencies to support UNIFEM’s programmes;
* Assist RPD with resource mobilization efforts in the region;
* Participate in relevant meetings and provide follow-up on donor reporting;
* Support RPD in managing and developing RO, and building strong regulatory framework; promote teamwork; coordinate programme development and manage results based management framework;
* Backstop RPD on office programatic issues, participate in selection and briefing of consultants;
* Review consultant’s reports and provide feedback;
* Represent UNIFEM at regional meetings, seminars and ensure follow-up and feedback on these meetings;
* Participate in international meetings when requested by RPD;
* Provide substantive inputs to corporate exercises such as the Annual Report, Progress Reports, UNIFEM publications, press-releases and other strategic exercises.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
* Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
* Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNIFEM
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Technical/Functional:
* Substantive knowledge and understanding specifically on gender equality issues as well as more broadly, human rights and development cooperation
* Demonstrated ability to work with governmental bodies as well as civil society organizations on the advancement of women and equal rights issues.
* Substantive experience with development issues in the CEE region
* Experience in programme management, coordination and implementation
* Excellent writing skills with demonstrated ability to carry out research, to contribute to the formulation of policies, procedures and guidelines
* Proficient in IT skills
* Familiarity with results based management and rights-based programming
* Familiarity with UN system
Interpersonal:
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills, initiative and dynamism.
* Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment.
* Maturity, ability to take decisions under pressure and ability to deal with matters that are politically or culturally sensitive.
* Ability to work as a member of a team
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
* Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Required Skills and Experience
Master`s degree or equivalent in development related disciplines (social sciences, international law, development studies, gender studies, and/or similar discipline).
A minimum of 5 years of specialized experience in development, gender and/or human rights at the national and international level.
Excellent written and spoken English; Knowledge of other languages of CEE is preferred.
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Application Deadline :13-Mar-09
Type of Contract :100 Series
Post Number :00011150
Post Level :NOC
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 01-Apr-2009
Duration of Initial Contract :1 year
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Background
Since 2001, UNIFEM Regional Office for CEE based in Bratislava, Slovakia has been supporting and developing innovative and catalytic initiatives promoting women’s rights and gender equality in Central and Eastern European countries (the Western Balkans). UNIFEM’s projects focus on strengthening women’s participation in decision-making processes, promotion of women’s economic and social rights, supporting women’s participation in peace-building and security sector reform processes and on building violence-free societies. In support to current development work in the region, UNIFEM Regional Office for CEE is looking for the Programme Specialist who, under the supervision of the Regional Programme Director will fulfill the following duties and responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities
The Programme Specialist will be responsible for the management of the UNIFEM portfolio of programmes, projects and other initiatives and activities, following UNDP/UNIFEM rules and procedures. More specifically:
* Analyze regional economic, social and political factors, which affect UNIFEM programmes and projects in the region, in close coordination with the RPD;
* Identify regional development needs relevant to UNIFEM’s activities and develop programme proposals to support Strategic Plan for 2008-2011;
* Assist RPD in design and formulation of regional programmes and projects integrating thematic areas;
* Monitor complex portfolios of projects with significant non-core resources and multiple donors to ensure that objectives are met and delivered timely;
* Participate in project and donor evaluation of projects;
* Participate in fact-finding, inception and implementation of missions covering all the countries in the region;
* Prepare mission reports, liaise with lead agencies and develop follow-up plans for implementation;
* Develop with RPD, strategic regional partnerships with donors, private sector, NGOs and UN Agencies to support UNIFEM’s programmes;
* Assist RPD with resource mobilization efforts in the region;
* Participate in relevant meetings and provide follow-up on donor reporting;
* Support RPD in managing and developing RO, and building strong regulatory framework; promote teamwork; coordinate programme development and manage results based management framework;
* Backstop RPD on office programatic issues, participate in selection and briefing of consultants;
* Review consultant’s reports and provide feedback;
* Represent UNIFEM at regional meetings, seminars and ensure follow-up and feedback on these meetings;
* Participate in international meetings when requested by RPD;
* Provide substantive inputs to corporate exercises such as the Annual Report, Progress Reports, UNIFEM publications, press-releases and other strategic exercises.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
* Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
* Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNIFEM
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Technical/Functional:
* Substantive knowledge and understanding specifically on gender equality issues as well as more broadly, human rights and development cooperation
* Demonstrated ability to work with governmental bodies as well as civil society organizations on the advancement of women and equal rights issues.
* Substantive experience with development issues in the CEE region
* Experience in programme management, coordination and implementation
* Excellent writing skills with demonstrated ability to carry out research, to contribute to the formulation of policies, procedures and guidelines
* Proficient in IT skills
* Familiarity with results based management and rights-based programming
* Familiarity with UN system
Interpersonal:
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills, initiative and dynamism.
* Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment.
* Maturity, ability to take decisions under pressure and ability to deal with matters that are politically or culturally sensitive.
* Ability to work as a member of a team
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
* Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Required Skills and Experience
Master`s degree or equivalent in development related disciplines (social sciences, international law, development studies, gender studies, and/or similar discipline).
A minimum of 5 years of specialized experience in development, gender and/or human rights at the national and international level.
Excellent written and spoken English; Knowledge of other languages of CEE is preferred.
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Wednesday, 25 February 2009
CONSULTANT: PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH WRITER
Location :Home based online job
Application Deadline :12-Mar-09
Additional Category :Women’s Empowerment
Type of Contract :SSA
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :25-Feb-2009
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start)
Duration of Initial Contract :12 month On-Call period (with an estimated total of 60 days)
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Background
UNIFEM is dedicated to advancing gender equality and women’s human rights in Afghanistan. Staff and consultants of UNIFEM Afghanistan are expected to contribute to a professional working environment in which the strengthening of national capacities and human potential is prioritized. Respect for diversity and human dignity is required, as is the active pursuit of a collaborative and inclusive approach to both internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues and partners.
Summary:
UNIFEM’s Women, Peace & Governance Unit aims to build the capacity of and strengthen opportunities for Afghan women to mobilize as political actors of change as a means of demanding accountability by state and non-state actors on the implementation of gender equality commitments, including provisions of women’s full and meaningful participation in peace and governance processes at the community, sub-national and national levels. The unit operates within the framework of UN SCR 1325, CEDAW, the National Action Plan for the Women of Afghanistan (NAPWA) and the Afghanistan National Development Strategy (ANDS).
As the unit is in the early days of its inception, it is in need of a Professional English Writer to be on-call for a period of 6 months, with the aim of working 20 days over this period, to help the unit produce materials and communications to the highest standards. Under the direct supervision of the UNIFEM Women, Peace & Governance Deputy Unit Manager, the Professional English Writer will take the lead in producing professional English documents for the unit which includes the production of newsletters, the production of brochures, the drafting of Terms of Reference (TORs) for national and international UNIFEM staff, and to work with current staff to strengthen their English writing skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Professional English Writing. The Consultant will be responsible for the drafting and finalization of English language materials issued by the Women, Peace & Governance unit, including but not limited to TORs, brochures, newsletters and on-line bulletins.
* English writing support to WP&G unit staff, and to other UNIFEM units or staff as assigned by the WP&G Unit Manager or Deputy Country Director. The Consultant will work with WP&G unit staff to ensure a high standard of English in all official materials and communications.
* Liaising with UNIFEM Operations. The Consultant will work in close collaboration with the UNIFEM Operations unit in order to help expedite recruitment processes and the production of official unit materials.
Competencies
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
* Powerful analytical skills.
* Commitment to capacity development.
* Excellent teamwork skills, cross-cultural and gender sensitivity.
* Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
Required Skills and Experience
* University degree in English Language or other related fields, including international studies, peace and conflict, political science, or gender;
* 3-5 years relevant work experience;
* Proven excellent English language written and oral communication skills;
* Proven ability to set priorities, manage time effectively, and contribute to a team environment of respect, recognition, and mutual accountability;
* Commitment to upholding the organizational values and principles of UNIFEM Afghanistan;
* Ability to work with junior staff with the aim to empower and build potential;
* An understanding of the social, cultural, and political context of Afghanistan and its relation to gender;
* Experience working in Afghanistan.
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Application Deadline :12-Mar-09
Additional Category :Women’s Empowerment
Type of Contract :SSA
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :25-Feb-2009
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start)
Duration of Initial Contract :12 month On-Call period (with an estimated total of 60 days)
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Background
UNIFEM is dedicated to advancing gender equality and women’s human rights in Afghanistan. Staff and consultants of UNIFEM Afghanistan are expected to contribute to a professional working environment in which the strengthening of national capacities and human potential is prioritized. Respect for diversity and human dignity is required, as is the active pursuit of a collaborative and inclusive approach to both internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues and partners.
Summary:
UNIFEM’s Women, Peace & Governance Unit aims to build the capacity of and strengthen opportunities for Afghan women to mobilize as political actors of change as a means of demanding accountability by state and non-state actors on the implementation of gender equality commitments, including provisions of women’s full and meaningful participation in peace and governance processes at the community, sub-national and national levels. The unit operates within the framework of UN SCR 1325, CEDAW, the National Action Plan for the Women of Afghanistan (NAPWA) and the Afghanistan National Development Strategy (ANDS).
As the unit is in the early days of its inception, it is in need of a Professional English Writer to be on-call for a period of 6 months, with the aim of working 20 days over this period, to help the unit produce materials and communications to the highest standards. Under the direct supervision of the UNIFEM Women, Peace & Governance Deputy Unit Manager, the Professional English Writer will take the lead in producing professional English documents for the unit which includes the production of newsletters, the production of brochures, the drafting of Terms of Reference (TORs) for national and international UNIFEM staff, and to work with current staff to strengthen their English writing skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Professional English Writing. The Consultant will be responsible for the drafting and finalization of English language materials issued by the Women, Peace & Governance unit, including but not limited to TORs, brochures, newsletters and on-line bulletins.
* English writing support to WP&G unit staff, and to other UNIFEM units or staff as assigned by the WP&G Unit Manager or Deputy Country Director. The Consultant will work with WP&G unit staff to ensure a high standard of English in all official materials and communications.
* Liaising with UNIFEM Operations. The Consultant will work in close collaboration with the UNIFEM Operations unit in order to help expedite recruitment processes and the production of official unit materials.
Competencies
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
* Powerful analytical skills.
* Commitment to capacity development.
* Excellent teamwork skills, cross-cultural and gender sensitivity.
* Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
Required Skills and Experience
* University degree in English Language or other related fields, including international studies, peace and conflict, political science, or gender;
* 3-5 years relevant work experience;
* Proven excellent English language written and oral communication skills;
* Proven ability to set priorities, manage time effectively, and contribute to a team environment of respect, recognition, and mutual accountability;
* Commitment to upholding the organizational values and principles of UNIFEM Afghanistan;
* Ability to work with junior staff with the aim to empower and build potential;
* An understanding of the social, cultural, and political context of Afghanistan and its relation to gender;
* Experience working in Afghanistan.
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Sunday, 22 February 2009
CONSULTANT: PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH EDITING CONSULTANT
Location :Home based
Application Deadline :04-Mar-09
Type of Contract :SSA
Languages Required :English
Duration of Initial Contract :One year renewable
Background
Organizational Values and Principles:
UNIFEM is dedicated to advancing gender equality and women’s human rights in Afghanistan. Staff and consultants of UNIFEM Afghanistan are expected to contribute to a professional working environment in which the strengthening of national capacities and human potential is prioritized. Respect for diversity and human dignity is required, as is the active pursuit of a collaborative and inclusive approach to both internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues and partners.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the relevant UNIFEM staff member commissioning the work and the general guidance of the UNIFEM Deputy Country Director, the Professional English Editing Consultant serves as an ad hoc member of the UNIFEM Afghanistan country team, with responsibilities for providing editing services on an as needed basis to country staff. The Editing Consultant will work with country staff to produce internal and external program and administrative documents and publications in professional English. Additionally, the consultant will be tasked with assisting in building local capacity related to document preparation as appropriate. This is a home-based consulting position.
Areas of responsibilities include:
* Programmatic Documents. The Professional English Editing Consultant is responsible for editing documents related to program implementation. These documents can include research papers, programmatic reports, and other materials related to the implementation of activities. These documents will be of both an internal and external nature.
* Administrative Documents. The Professional English Editing Consultant is responsible for editing documents related to the administrative functioning of the UNIFEM Afghanistan office. These documents can include procedural documents, Terms of Reference for new positions and projects, and other materials related to administration. These documents will be of both an internal and external nature.
* Staff Capacity. The Professional English Editing Consultant will help build staff capacity where appropriate in the preparation of documents and the formation of reporting in English. This will be done by initiating dialogue with local staff during the course of editing to ensure that meaning and content are correctly portrayed and maintained.
Competencies
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
* Powerful analytical skills.
* Commitment to capacity development.
* Excellent teamwork skills, cross-cultural and gender sensitivity.
* Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
Required Skills and Experience
* Bachelor’s Degree in English, Communications, International Development, or related field.
* Demonstrated 3-5 years experience writing and editing documents and reports related to projects focused on international development, with a preference for experience with and knowledge of gender issues.
* Knowledge of UNIFEM and its priorities and work in Afghanistan, or willingness to quickly familiarize yourself with the local priorities and work.
* Demonstrated sensitivity, discretion, tact and courtesy in relation to gender equality and women’s rights, development principles and projects, implementing partners, and national and international personnel of varied nationalities and backgrounds.
* Commitment to professional excellence and building local capacity in line with organizational values and principles of UNIFEM Afghanistan.
* Ability to meet deadlines and provide quick turnaround on assignments when necessary.
* Ability to work independently and to communicate effectively with UNIFEM Afghanistan staff on all levels.
* Excellent written and oral English language skills.
* Steady access to the internet, email, and telephone.
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Application Deadline :04-Mar-09
Type of Contract :SSA
Languages Required :English
Duration of Initial Contract :One year renewable
Background
Organizational Values and Principles:
UNIFEM is dedicated to advancing gender equality and women’s human rights in Afghanistan. Staff and consultants of UNIFEM Afghanistan are expected to contribute to a professional working environment in which the strengthening of national capacities and human potential is prioritized. Respect for diversity and human dignity is required, as is the active pursuit of a collaborative and inclusive approach to both internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues and partners.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the relevant UNIFEM staff member commissioning the work and the general guidance of the UNIFEM Deputy Country Director, the Professional English Editing Consultant serves as an ad hoc member of the UNIFEM Afghanistan country team, with responsibilities for providing editing services on an as needed basis to country staff. The Editing Consultant will work with country staff to produce internal and external program and administrative documents and publications in professional English. Additionally, the consultant will be tasked with assisting in building local capacity related to document preparation as appropriate. This is a home-based consulting position.
Areas of responsibilities include:
* Programmatic Documents. The Professional English Editing Consultant is responsible for editing documents related to program implementation. These documents can include research papers, programmatic reports, and other materials related to the implementation of activities. These documents will be of both an internal and external nature.
* Administrative Documents. The Professional English Editing Consultant is responsible for editing documents related to the administrative functioning of the UNIFEM Afghanistan office. These documents can include procedural documents, Terms of Reference for new positions and projects, and other materials related to administration. These documents will be of both an internal and external nature.
* Staff Capacity. The Professional English Editing Consultant will help build staff capacity where appropriate in the preparation of documents and the formation of reporting in English. This will be done by initiating dialogue with local staff during the course of editing to ensure that meaning and content are correctly portrayed and maintained.
Competencies
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
* Powerful analytical skills.
* Commitment to capacity development.
* Excellent teamwork skills, cross-cultural and gender sensitivity.
* Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
Required Skills and Experience
* Bachelor’s Degree in English, Communications, International Development, or related field.
* Demonstrated 3-5 years experience writing and editing documents and reports related to projects focused on international development, with a preference for experience with and knowledge of gender issues.
* Knowledge of UNIFEM and its priorities and work in Afghanistan, or willingness to quickly familiarize yourself with the local priorities and work.
* Demonstrated sensitivity, discretion, tact and courtesy in relation to gender equality and women’s rights, development principles and projects, implementing partners, and national and international personnel of varied nationalities and backgrounds.
* Commitment to professional excellence and building local capacity in line with organizational values and principles of UNIFEM Afghanistan.
* Ability to meet deadlines and provide quick turnaround on assignments when necessary.
* Ability to work independently and to communicate effectively with UNIFEM Afghanistan staff on all levels.
* Excellent written and oral English language skills.
* Steady access to the internet, email, and telephone.
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Sunday, 15 February 2009
COUNTRY PROGRAMME MANAGER
Location : Khartoum, SUDAN
Application Deadline : 17-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : L-5
Post Level : L-5
Languages Required :` English
Expected Duration of Assignment : 1 Year
Background
United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) is mandated by the General Assembly to work towards achieving gender equality goals and commitments through providing financial and technical assistance to innovative programs and strategies that promote women's human rights, political participation and economic security. In fulfillment of its mandate, UNIFEM partners with governments, civil society organizations and regional bodies. Within the UN system, UNIFEM promotes gender equality and links women's issues and concerns to national, regional and global agendas by fostering collaboration and providing technical expertise on gender mainstreaming and women's empowerment strategies.
Through establishment of its office in Sudan and the activities that have been undertaken to date, UNIFEM has managed to build strong partnership with government institutions in general, the national machinery and women's movement in Sudan. In continuation of its program and its efforts to ensure gender equality and protection of women's rights in conflict and post-conflict Sudan, UNIFEM will try and capitalize on these partnerships.
The main thrust of the new program will be support for the implementation of national, regional and international commitments to gender equality and women's empowerment in Sudan. To this end, in 2008 - 2011 the Sudan Program will concentrate on support to women's political participation and leadership in governance and protection of women's human rights.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the Regional Program Director, East and Horn of Africa, the Country Program Manager will provide technical and program support services ensuring project delivery, high quality outputs, with accuracy and consistency of work for UNIFEM's program in Sudan
The Country Program Manager works in close collaboration with the UNIFEM Nairobi team in operations and program, UNIFEM HQ units and sections. The Country Program Manager will also work with the UN Country Team for Sudan, as required to exchange information and support program delivery.
More specifically, the Country Program Manager's role and responsibilities will be:
Strategic Policy coordination and Partnerships:
* Monitor trends and issues affecting women in Sudan and develop strategic responses to opportunities and challenges including The formulation of projects, implementation strategies and activities in line with UNIFEM strategic plan 2008-2011,
* Participate in and represent UNIFEM in various UN coordination mechanisms and activities as related to the sectors covered. Ensure coordination and harmonization of projects covered within the global and sub-regional strategic plan and those within the UNDAF framework,
* Maintain relationships with UNIFEM's external partners including donors, government agencies and NGOs and represent UNIFEM in meetings as deemed appropriate,
* Provide leadership and quality oversight of efforts to strengthen Government's institutions, especially the Ministry of Gender to effectively implement national development strategies.
* Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing at the country and regional level focusing on achievements, lessons learned and methodologies utilized in project implementation. Participate in the training sessions of knowledge networks and communities of practice.
* Build strong partnership with donors agencies and other development partners based in Sudan to ensure synergy or efforts in line with the Paris declaration Principles
Program Management:
* Provide technical and management support to project/program activities in the following assigned sectors: Mainstreaming gender in governance and economic management, capacity development for government and Women's organizations , gender and justice, women's participation in peace and recovery processes and support to women's and human rights NGOs for promotion and protection of women's rights in Sudan.
* Prepare background project documents and briefs within the context of UNIFEM's work in Sudan and provide technical leadership in implementation on the above sectors.
* Prepare periodic internal reports, donor reports and contribute to UNIFEM's annual reports in consultation with relevant program officers. Ensure that reports are in accordance with specific requirements of donors and or UNIFEM.
* Monitor and evaluate ongoing programs/projects for delivery and impact; Asses implementation ,analyze work- plan, prepare progress reports, draft summary reports, participate in tripartite meetings, recommend actions and solutions, analyze objectives and results, distill and write lessons learned.
* Provide close guidance and direction to ensure strategic focus, result orientation and effectiveness and efficiency in all aspects of UNIFEM's operations and programs.
* Support the Regional Program Director in resource mobilization and reporting for donors. Identify and follow up on opportunities for resource mobilization for UNIFEM's work in Sudan in consultations with UNIFEM Regional Program Director.
Financial and Human Resources Management :
* Ensure effective management of resources for achieving results,
* Prepare annual budgets and work plans for approval by the regional program Director,
* Review budgets and work plans, and bring any proposed changes to the attention of Regional Program Director.
* Prepare project budget revisions to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of inputs and realization of targeted expenditures.
* Ensure delivery of program resources in line with UNIFEM regulations and procedures to track project budgets and expenditures.
* Identify human resource needs, in line with the requirements of the program. Take appropriate action for recruitment of staff, in line with UNIFEM regulations,
* Provide the strategic guidance and development to staff members,
Competencies
* Strong planning, goal setting and prioritization skills.
* Experience in results based management and in delivering required outputs in accordance with time and budget.
* Ability to lead and inspire staff and partners toward shared goals
* Good inter-personal and diplomacy skills;
* Capacity to write clearly and concisely;
* Ability to make decisions under pressure and to deal with matters that are politically and cultural sensitive,
* Ability to work in a multi-cultural context and build partnerships to ensure achievement of results in a post conflict environment.
* Proven analytical and problem solving skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Academic Background: Advanced university degree in Political Science, International Development Studies, Gender/Women's Studies, Economics or Sociology.
Technical Expertise: Gender analysis and mainstreaming in programming and implementation, knowledge of legal and policy framework on women's rights/roles and analytical skills particularly in post-conflict and peace building environments
Substantive knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of women's rights, gender equality programming, and mainstreaming gender in governance, economic management and capacity development nexus.
Proven experience in advocating for women's empowerment and rights along with gender equality programming in developing countries, including in-depth knowledge of regional organizations and women's organizations working on gender, governance and human rights.
Knowledge of UN policies and procedures
Strong communication skills, with proven expertise in writing cogent and convincing policy and programme documents for development practitioners.
Work experience:
* At least 10 years of work experience in any of the following fields: women's rights and gender equality programming in developing countries with specialized experience in Gender and Development and Program Management
* International experience in managing an organization in the relevant field is an advantage
* Working experience with UN joint programming frameworks and result-based management systems is desirable
Languages:
* Fluency in English. Knowledge of local language (Arabic) an added advantage
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Application Deadline : 17-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : L-5
Post Level : L-5
Languages Required :` English
Expected Duration of Assignment : 1 Year
Background
United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) is mandated by the General Assembly to work towards achieving gender equality goals and commitments through providing financial and technical assistance to innovative programs and strategies that promote women's human rights, political participation and economic security. In fulfillment of its mandate, UNIFEM partners with governments, civil society organizations and regional bodies. Within the UN system, UNIFEM promotes gender equality and links women's issues and concerns to national, regional and global agendas by fostering collaboration and providing technical expertise on gender mainstreaming and women's empowerment strategies.
Through establishment of its office in Sudan and the activities that have been undertaken to date, UNIFEM has managed to build strong partnership with government institutions in general, the national machinery and women's movement in Sudan. In continuation of its program and its efforts to ensure gender equality and protection of women's rights in conflict and post-conflict Sudan, UNIFEM will try and capitalize on these partnerships.
The main thrust of the new program will be support for the implementation of national, regional and international commitments to gender equality and women's empowerment in Sudan. To this end, in 2008 - 2011 the Sudan Program will concentrate on support to women's political participation and leadership in governance and protection of women's human rights.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the Regional Program Director, East and Horn of Africa, the Country Program Manager will provide technical and program support services ensuring project delivery, high quality outputs, with accuracy and consistency of work for UNIFEM's program in Sudan
The Country Program Manager works in close collaboration with the UNIFEM Nairobi team in operations and program, UNIFEM HQ units and sections. The Country Program Manager will also work with the UN Country Team for Sudan, as required to exchange information and support program delivery.
More specifically, the Country Program Manager's role and responsibilities will be:
Strategic Policy coordination and Partnerships:
* Monitor trends and issues affecting women in Sudan and develop strategic responses to opportunities and challenges including The formulation of projects, implementation strategies and activities in line with UNIFEM strategic plan 2008-2011,
* Participate in and represent UNIFEM in various UN coordination mechanisms and activities as related to the sectors covered. Ensure coordination and harmonization of projects covered within the global and sub-regional strategic plan and those within the UNDAF framework,
* Maintain relationships with UNIFEM's external partners including donors, government agencies and NGOs and represent UNIFEM in meetings as deemed appropriate,
* Provide leadership and quality oversight of efforts to strengthen Government's institutions, especially the Ministry of Gender to effectively implement national development strategies.
* Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing at the country and regional level focusing on achievements, lessons learned and methodologies utilized in project implementation. Participate in the training sessions of knowledge networks and communities of practice.
* Build strong partnership with donors agencies and other development partners based in Sudan to ensure synergy or efforts in line with the Paris declaration Principles
Program Management:
* Provide technical and management support to project/program activities in the following assigned sectors: Mainstreaming gender in governance and economic management, capacity development for government and Women's organizations , gender and justice, women's participation in peace and recovery processes and support to women's and human rights NGOs for promotion and protection of women's rights in Sudan.
* Prepare background project documents and briefs within the context of UNIFEM's work in Sudan and provide technical leadership in implementation on the above sectors.
* Prepare periodic internal reports, donor reports and contribute to UNIFEM's annual reports in consultation with relevant program officers. Ensure that reports are in accordance with specific requirements of donors and or UNIFEM.
* Monitor and evaluate ongoing programs/projects for delivery and impact; Asses implementation ,analyze work- plan, prepare progress reports, draft summary reports, participate in tripartite meetings, recommend actions and solutions, analyze objectives and results, distill and write lessons learned.
* Provide close guidance and direction to ensure strategic focus, result orientation and effectiveness and efficiency in all aspects of UNIFEM's operations and programs.
* Support the Regional Program Director in resource mobilization and reporting for donors. Identify and follow up on opportunities for resource mobilization for UNIFEM's work in Sudan in consultations with UNIFEM Regional Program Director.
Financial and Human Resources Management :
* Ensure effective management of resources for achieving results,
* Prepare annual budgets and work plans for approval by the regional program Director,
* Review budgets and work plans, and bring any proposed changes to the attention of Regional Program Director.
* Prepare project budget revisions to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of inputs and realization of targeted expenditures.
* Ensure delivery of program resources in line with UNIFEM regulations and procedures to track project budgets and expenditures.
* Identify human resource needs, in line with the requirements of the program. Take appropriate action for recruitment of staff, in line with UNIFEM regulations,
* Provide the strategic guidance and development to staff members,
Competencies
* Strong planning, goal setting and prioritization skills.
* Experience in results based management and in delivering required outputs in accordance with time and budget.
* Ability to lead and inspire staff and partners toward shared goals
* Good inter-personal and diplomacy skills;
* Capacity to write clearly and concisely;
* Ability to make decisions under pressure and to deal with matters that are politically and cultural sensitive,
* Ability to work in a multi-cultural context and build partnerships to ensure achievement of results in a post conflict environment.
* Proven analytical and problem solving skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Academic Background: Advanced university degree in Political Science, International Development Studies, Gender/Women's Studies, Economics or Sociology.
Technical Expertise: Gender analysis and mainstreaming in programming and implementation, knowledge of legal and policy framework on women's rights/roles and analytical skills particularly in post-conflict and peace building environments
Substantive knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of women's rights, gender equality programming, and mainstreaming gender in governance, economic management and capacity development nexus.
Proven experience in advocating for women's empowerment and rights along with gender equality programming in developing countries, including in-depth knowledge of regional organizations and women's organizations working on gender, governance and human rights.
Knowledge of UN policies and procedures
Strong communication skills, with proven expertise in writing cogent and convincing policy and programme documents for development practitioners.
Work experience:
* At least 10 years of work experience in any of the following fields: women's rights and gender equality programming in developing countries with specialized experience in Gender and Development and Program Management
* International experience in managing an organization in the relevant field is an advantage
* Working experience with UN joint programming frameworks and result-based management systems is desirable
Languages:
* Fluency in English. Knowledge of local language (Arabic) an added advantage
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Thursday, 5 February 2009
JOB VACANCY : PROGRAMME SPECIALIST
Location : New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Application Deadline : 23-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : 200
Post Level : L-3 (ICS-10)
Languages Required : English, French
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year
Background
UNIFEM Africa section section covers four sub regional Offices in Kenya, Johannesburg, Kigali, Dakar , with a liaison office in Addis Abeba and twelve programme countries in Burundi, Cameroon, Sudan, Somalia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, DRC, Uganda, Tanzania , Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Ethiopia, With a total budget of approximately 40 millions US dollars in core and cost sharing resources, UNIFEM Africa work along four major priority areas. Feminized Poverty, Governance, violence against women and HIV and AIDS.
The section in New York at the momento has five persons as follow. The section Chief, two programme specialists, one finance assistant, one programme assóciate. The present position will bring the number of programme specialist to three.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of UNIFEM Africa section , the Programme Specialist will provide analytical, technical and managerial support to the Chief and to the Regional Programme Director (RPD) in one of the sub region of the Africa Region. The Programme Specialist will be responsible for programme/project development and management in collaboration with the RPDs and the relevant thematic advisors.
The Programme Specialist supervises and leads programme support staff, coordinates activities of the consultants, works in close collaboration with the operations team, programme staff in field offices, thematic advisors, technical experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful implementation of UNIFEM programme in the region
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions :
* Implementation of programme strategies in accordance with UNIFEM SP.
* Support to the management of programme in one of the sub region.
* Support the creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy .
* Provision of top quality policy advice services to the SROs and facilitation of knowledge building and management.
* Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the region and preparation of substantive inputs to support Sub regional offices to input into CCA, UNDAF, PRS and other policy documents.
* Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned.
Section's business processes mapping and preparation of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Results Management.
* Ensures effective management of the Section's programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the programme activities achieving the following results:
* Effective application of RBM tools, establishment of management targets and monitoring achievement of results.
* Close and on-going support to the formulation, monitoring and evaluation of programme within the area of responsibility, translating UNIFEM's corporate priorities into local interventions. Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones.
* Presentation of the project to PAC, finalization of contribution agreement; determination and oversight of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises, closure of projects through review.
* Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions.
* Supervise the preparation of or prepare aggregate delivery reports for the Section.
* Support the RPDs and Programme Staff in the sub-regional offices in their work, by monitoring project/programme execution, providing technical, financial and administrative support to their activities, assistance in reporting, source of information, references, linking with other Sections at HQ
* Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy in cooperation with the Management Support and Business Development Team focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.
* Analysis and Identification of interagency and intergovernmental processes relevant to the Section's programme for visibility and advocacy purposes.
* Participate and/or represent the Africa Section in internal and external Committees, inter agency Task Forces, and other functions .
* Liaise with UNDP, UNFPA, other UN and Intergovernmental organizations, as well as Government and NGO partners and the media in support of programme, projects and various events and activities.
* Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt .
* Organization of capacity development activities for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues.
* Contribute to the realization of the resource mobilization target.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
* Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
* Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNIFEM
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
* Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies:
* Knowledge Management and Learning
* Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office
* In-depth knowledge of development issues
* Ability to advocate and provide policy advice
* Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
* Development and Operational Effectiveness
* Ability in strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources
* Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit
* Strong IT skills
* Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change
Management and Leadership
* Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
* Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
* Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
* Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
* Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Required Skills and Experience
Education
* Master's Degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Political Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics or related field.
Experience:
* Minimum 5 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.
* Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
Language Requirements:
* Fluency in English and French as all sub regions in Africa require the use of two languages.
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Application Deadline : 23-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : 200
Post Level : L-3 (ICS-10)
Languages Required : English, French
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year
Background
UNIFEM Africa section section covers four sub regional Offices in Kenya, Johannesburg, Kigali, Dakar , with a liaison office in Addis Abeba and twelve programme countries in Burundi, Cameroon, Sudan, Somalia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, DRC, Uganda, Tanzania , Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Ethiopia, With a total budget of approximately 40 millions US dollars in core and cost sharing resources, UNIFEM Africa work along four major priority areas. Feminized Poverty, Governance, violence against women and HIV and AIDS.
The section in New York at the momento has five persons as follow. The section Chief, two programme specialists, one finance assistant, one programme assóciate. The present position will bring the number of programme specialist to three.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of UNIFEM Africa section , the Programme Specialist will provide analytical, technical and managerial support to the Chief and to the Regional Programme Director (RPD) in one of the sub region of the Africa Region. The Programme Specialist will be responsible for programme/project development and management in collaboration with the RPDs and the relevant thematic advisors.
The Programme Specialist supervises and leads programme support staff, coordinates activities of the consultants, works in close collaboration with the operations team, programme staff in field offices, thematic advisors, technical experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful implementation of UNIFEM programme in the region
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions :
* Implementation of programme strategies in accordance with UNIFEM SP.
* Support to the management of programme in one of the sub region.
* Support the creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy .
* Provision of top quality policy advice services to the SROs and facilitation of knowledge building and management.
* Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the region and preparation of substantive inputs to support Sub regional offices to input into CCA, UNDAF, PRS and other policy documents.
* Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned.
Section's business processes mapping and preparation of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Results Management.
* Ensures effective management of the Section's programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the programme activities achieving the following results:
* Effective application of RBM tools, establishment of management targets and monitoring achievement of results.
* Close and on-going support to the formulation, monitoring and evaluation of programme within the area of responsibility, translating UNIFEM's corporate priorities into local interventions. Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones.
* Presentation of the project to PAC, finalization of contribution agreement; determination and oversight of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises, closure of projects through review.
* Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions.
* Supervise the preparation of or prepare aggregate delivery reports for the Section.
* Support the RPDs and Programme Staff in the sub-regional offices in their work, by monitoring project/programme execution, providing technical, financial and administrative support to their activities, assistance in reporting, source of information, references, linking with other Sections at HQ
* Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy in cooperation with the Management Support and Business Development Team focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.
* Analysis and Identification of interagency and intergovernmental processes relevant to the Section's programme for visibility and advocacy purposes.
* Participate and/or represent the Africa Section in internal and external Committees, inter agency Task Forces, and other functions .
* Liaise with UNDP, UNFPA, other UN and Intergovernmental organizations, as well as Government and NGO partners and the media in support of programme, projects and various events and activities.
* Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt .
* Organization of capacity development activities for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues.
* Contribute to the realization of the resource mobilization target.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
* Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
* Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNIFEM
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
* Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies:
* Knowledge Management and Learning
* Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office
* In-depth knowledge of development issues
* Ability to advocate and provide policy advice
* Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
* Development and Operational Effectiveness
* Ability in strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources
* Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit
* Strong IT skills
* Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change
Management and Leadership
* Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
* Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
* Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
* Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
* Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Required Skills and Experience
Education
* Master's Degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Political Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics or related field.
Experience:
* Minimum 5 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.
* Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
Language Requirements:
* Fluency in English and French as all sub regions in Africa require the use of two languages.
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