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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Friday, 27 February 2009
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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JOB VACANCY : PARTNERSHIPS ANALYST
Location : New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Application Deadline : 18-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : L-2
Post Level : L-2
Languages Required : English
Expected Duration of Assignment:1 Year
Background
The Outreach and Business Development Team (OBDT) is responsible for proactively driving the strategic positioning of UNIFEM so that the size, sources and predictability of its resources help the organization achieve its strategic goals. A service center to UNIFEM HQ Sections and Field Offices, OBDT is organized into three functional clusters: Resource Mobilization, Partnerships, Communications and Advocacy. Given the scope and interrelationships of OBDT's functional responsibilities, the work of OBDT is highly synergistic, involving constant and direct interaction and information-sharing among team members, to provide high quality advice, services and support to UNIFEM.
Under the supervision of the Resource Mobilization Lead and in collaboration with OBDT colleagues and the UNIFEM Directorate, the Partnerships Specialist supports and strengthens the OBDT collaborative efforts and partnerships with UN Member States and civil society organizations. The Staff Member will support the implementation of UNIFEM's partnership and resource mobilization strategies that are crucial to the achievement of resource mobilization and outreach targets.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. UNIFEM partnerships
* Support the Resource Mobilization Lead in identifying and mobilizing key strategic partnerships (CSO, Foundations and private sector) to enhance impact and influence the gender equality agenda;
* Package and position UNIFEM products, projects and programmes to attract and strengthen strategic partnerships with NGO, Foundations and the private sector;
* As the focal point in OBDT for gender and climate change, conduct a scan of civil society and UN activities related to the climate change agenda, support UNIFEM's engagement in the Secretary-General's initiative to green the UN (Sustainable UN or SUN initiative); and liaise with relevant UNIFEM sections to respond to environment-related inquiries from UN Secretariat, Governments and civil society; and
* Perform other tasks as required in response to the evolving needs of OBDT and related outreach initiatives.
2. UNIFEM Campaigns
* Provide structural support to UNIFEM Campaigns, including the "Say NO to Violence against Women" campaign. This will include managing correspondence with new Supporting Organizations, updating campaign materials and other campaign-related responsibilities;
* Support the Resource Mobilization Lead in managing inquiries to UNIFEM Goodwill Ambassador, and provide logistical support to the annual 25 November event;
* Manage other important events within the purview of OBDT in collaboration with the Communication and Inter-governmental teams in OBDT.
3. Donor Focal Point (DFP) system
* As Donor Focal Point for specific countries, ensure regular communication with Permanent Missions to the United Nations in New York and capitals for strengthened relationships with UN Member States;
* Support the Donor Focal Point system by creating and managing the repository of Donor Profiles that provide essential donor intelligence and support to UNIFEM Directorate missions to Capitals and meetings with Member State representatives;
* Prepare briefing materials through liaison with UNIFEM geographic and thematic sections regarding cost-sharing information.
* Provide training to other Donor Focal Points on processes related to the collection of donor intelligence and maintenance of Donor Profiles.
Competencies
Corporate:
* Demonstrates integrity and fairness by modeling UN/UNIFEM values and ethical standards;
* Promotes vision, mission and strategic goals of UNIFEM;
* Displays cultural and gender sensitivity and adaptability;
* Treats all people fairly and without favouritism.
Functional:
* Proven ability to plan and implement organizational strategies;
* Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with various sectors of society and government;
* Negotiating skills;
* Experience with results-based assessments in public or private sector;
* Excellent oral and written communications skills;
* Proven ability to position issues effectively, both orally and in writing;
* Knowledge and understanding of UN system;
* Strong IT skills, including databases and office software packages;
* Familiarity with UNIFEM and relevant issues.
Behavioral
* Very effective at multi-tasking;
* Strong analytical skills;
* Strong initiative-taker;
* Focuses on impact and results;
* Identifies opportunities and builds strong relationships with client and external actors;
* Participates effectively in team-based, information-sharing environment, collaborating and cooperating with others;
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Required Skills and Experience
Education
* Advanced degree in international relations, political sciences, public administration, business administration, communications or a related field.
Experience
* Professional experience or degree in field related to the environment, sustainable development or climate change.
* A minimum of 3 years experience in non-governmental organizations, partnerships and liaison positions or a related field at the national or international level; experience in the UN system an asset.
Language
* Fluency in English (written and oral) knowledge of another UN language preferred.
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Application Deadline : 18-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : L-2
Post Level : L-2
Languages Required : English
Expected Duration of Assignment:1 Year
Background
The Outreach and Business Development Team (OBDT) is responsible for proactively driving the strategic positioning of UNIFEM so that the size, sources and predictability of its resources help the organization achieve its strategic goals. A service center to UNIFEM HQ Sections and Field Offices, OBDT is organized into three functional clusters: Resource Mobilization, Partnerships, Communications and Advocacy. Given the scope and interrelationships of OBDT's functional responsibilities, the work of OBDT is highly synergistic, involving constant and direct interaction and information-sharing among team members, to provide high quality advice, services and support to UNIFEM.
Under the supervision of the Resource Mobilization Lead and in collaboration with OBDT colleagues and the UNIFEM Directorate, the Partnerships Specialist supports and strengthens the OBDT collaborative efforts and partnerships with UN Member States and civil society organizations. The Staff Member will support the implementation of UNIFEM's partnership and resource mobilization strategies that are crucial to the achievement of resource mobilization and outreach targets.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. UNIFEM partnerships
* Support the Resource Mobilization Lead in identifying and mobilizing key strategic partnerships (CSO, Foundations and private sector) to enhance impact and influence the gender equality agenda;
* Package and position UNIFEM products, projects and programmes to attract and strengthen strategic partnerships with NGO, Foundations and the private sector;
* As the focal point in OBDT for gender and climate change, conduct a scan of civil society and UN activities related to the climate change agenda, support UNIFEM's engagement in the Secretary-General's initiative to green the UN (Sustainable UN or SUN initiative); and liaise with relevant UNIFEM sections to respond to environment-related inquiries from UN Secretariat, Governments and civil society; and
* Perform other tasks as required in response to the evolving needs of OBDT and related outreach initiatives.
2. UNIFEM Campaigns
* Provide structural support to UNIFEM Campaigns, including the "Say NO to Violence against Women" campaign. This will include managing correspondence with new Supporting Organizations, updating campaign materials and other campaign-related responsibilities;
* Support the Resource Mobilization Lead in managing inquiries to UNIFEM Goodwill Ambassador, and provide logistical support to the annual 25 November event;
* Manage other important events within the purview of OBDT in collaboration with the Communication and Inter-governmental teams in OBDT.
3. Donor Focal Point (DFP) system
* As Donor Focal Point for specific countries, ensure regular communication with Permanent Missions to the United Nations in New York and capitals for strengthened relationships with UN Member States;
* Support the Donor Focal Point system by creating and managing the repository of Donor Profiles that provide essential donor intelligence and support to UNIFEM Directorate missions to Capitals and meetings with Member State representatives;
* Prepare briefing materials through liaison with UNIFEM geographic and thematic sections regarding cost-sharing information.
* Provide training to other Donor Focal Points on processes related to the collection of donor intelligence and maintenance of Donor Profiles.
Competencies
Corporate:
* Demonstrates integrity and fairness by modeling UN/UNIFEM values and ethical standards;
* Promotes vision, mission and strategic goals of UNIFEM;
* Displays cultural and gender sensitivity and adaptability;
* Treats all people fairly and without favouritism.
Functional:
* Proven ability to plan and implement organizational strategies;
* Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with various sectors of society and government;
* Negotiating skills;
* Experience with results-based assessments in public or private sector;
* Excellent oral and written communications skills;
* Proven ability to position issues effectively, both orally and in writing;
* Knowledge and understanding of UN system;
* Strong IT skills, including databases and office software packages;
* Familiarity with UNIFEM and relevant issues.
Behavioral
* Very effective at multi-tasking;
* Strong analytical skills;
* Strong initiative-taker;
* Focuses on impact and results;
* Identifies opportunities and builds strong relationships with client and external actors;
* Participates effectively in team-based, information-sharing environment, collaborating and cooperating with others;
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Required Skills and Experience
Education
* Advanced degree in international relations, political sciences, public administration, business administration, communications or a related field.
Experience
* Professional experience or degree in field related to the environment, sustainable development or climate change.
* A minimum of 3 years experience in non-governmental organizations, partnerships and liaison positions or a related field at the national or international level; experience in the UN system an asset.
Language
* Fluency in English (written and oral) knowledge of another UN language preferred.
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JOB VACANCY : EXTERNAL RELATIONS ANALYST - (UN PARTNERSHIPS)
Location : New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Application Deadline : 18-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : L-2
Post Level : L-2
Languages Required : English
Expected Duration of Assignment:1 Year
Background
The Outreach and Business Development Team (OBDT) is responsible for proactively driving the strategic positioning of UNIFEM so that the size, sources and predictability of its resources help the organization achieve its strategic goals. A service center to UNIFEM HQ Sections and Field Offices, OBDT is organized into three functional clusters: Resource Mobilization, Partnerships, Communications and Advocacy. Given the scope and interrelationships of OBDT's functional responsibilities, the work of OBDT is highly synergistic, involving constant and direct interaction and information-sharing among team members, to provide high quality advice, services and support to UNIFEM.
Under the supervision of the Government Relations Manager, and in collaboration with OBDT colleagues, the UN Partnerships Specialist will contribute to the positioning and promotion of UNIFEM's strategic interests in inter-agency fora such as the United Nations Development Group (UNDG) and its subsidiary machinery including the Inter-Agency Working Group on Programming Issues (WGPI), in collaboration with the Directorate; and working closely with the External Relations Specialist, will do so in key inter-governmental fora, including the General Assembly (GA) and the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
Duties and Responsibilities
The staff member will focus on achieving the following results:
Inter-agency coordination
* As part of the inter-governmental team in OBDT, coordinate inter-agency engagement in collaboration with the Directorate and the Institutional Development Advisor.
* Participate in key inter-agency meetings, with a particular focus on the UNDG and inter-agency meetings organized by the ECOSOC.
* Ensure that UNIFEM senior management and OBDT colleagues, including the External Relations Specialist, are informed of the latest developments in the inter-agency arena so as to strengthen the linkage between UNIFEM's operational activities and inter-agency processes.
* Ensure that outputs of such engagement and processes are circulated to all relevant staff and sections.
* Identify and mobilize key strategic UN partnerships to enhance impact and influence the gender equality agenda.
* Identify and position UNIFEM to take advantage of smart opportunities to strengthen collaborations (e.g. joint programming; inter-agency agreements; project execution, etc.) with UN agencies, especially UNDP.
* Ensure that OBDT staff members working on donor reporting and relations are informed of new agreements and project modalities.
* Orchestrate strategic interventions to influence inter-agency activities.
* Develop materials and pitches to position UNIFEM for strengthened collaborations with UN agencies, especially UNDP.
* Manage the Secretariat functions of the UNDG Task Team on the Working Group on Programming Issues and ensure the implementation of its work plan in close collaboration with the WGPI Secretariat team.
* Provide advice, information, training and support to UNIFEM HQ units and field offices for effective UN partnership-building activities.
Inter-governmental coordination
* Monitor and prepare, in consultation with the Chief of OBDT, the Deputy Director for Programme and the Deputy Executive Director for Organizational and Business Development Services, high-quality submissions for inter-governmental bodies such as documents for the third committee of the GA and ECOSOC substantive sessions.
* Ensure that OBDT, including the External Relations Specialist and other relevant staff members are informed of key opportunities for advocacy and inputs to official documentation.
* Backstop the UNIFEM Directorate and the Organization and Business Development Services (OBDS) in the preparation of the UNDP-UNFPA Executive Board sessions. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting the preparation of official UNIFEM documentation (including reports), and interfacing with the Executive Board secretariat.
* Identify opportunities to orchestrate strategic interventions by UNIFEM and its civil society partners into diverse inter-governmental processes/issues such as the Triennial Comprehensive Policy Review (TCPR), Indigenous people's issues, Violence against Women and trafficking.
Donor Relations
* Work closely with resource mobilization colleagues to support the partnership and resource mobilization strategies, campaigns and initiatives involving specific Member States, UN agencies and others.
* Identify opportunities from partner-specific intelligence, the competitive landscape and where UNIFEM's competency strengths overlap with partner/client needs.
* Undertake an analysis of key development and sectoral policies currently being discussed/ implemented and key donors willing to support these policies.
* Monitor overall implementation of specific agreements; maintain correspondence with donor representatives.
* Participate/organize and participate in regular liaison meetings/communication with donors according to respective donor focal point portfolio.
Competencies
Corporate:
* Demonstrates integrity and fairness by modeling UN/UNIFEM values and ethical standards,
* Promotes vision, mission and strategic goals of UNIFEM,
* Displays cultural and gender sensitivity and adaptability,
* Treats all people fairly and without favouritism.
Functional:
* Proven ability to plan and implement organizational strategies,
* Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with officials of Member States and counterparts in civil society,
* Very effective at multi-tasking,
* Excellent oral and written communications skills,
* Proven ability to position issues effectively, both orally and in writing,
* Proven networking skills, and ability to mobilize support on behalf of UNIFEM,
* Good negotiating skills,
* Financial Management skills,
* Strong IT skills, including ATLAS and office software packages,
* Knowledge and understanding of UN system,
* Familiarity with UNIFEM,
* Familiarity with gender issues.
Behavioral:
* Strong initiative-taker,
* Strong analytical skills,
* Focuses on impact and results for client,
* Identifies opportunities and builds strong relationships with client and external actors,
* Participates effectively in team-based, information-sharing environment, collaborating and cooperating with others,
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
* Master's degree in social sciences, public administration, business administration, international relations, communications, women's studies, or a related field.
Experience:
* A minimum of 3 years relevant experience at the national or international level, including experience within the UN system.
Language Requirements:
* Fluency in English (written and oral). Knowledge of at least two other official UN languages would be preferred.
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Application Deadline : 18-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : L-2
Post Level : L-2
Languages Required : English
Expected Duration of Assignment:1 Year
Background
The Outreach and Business Development Team (OBDT) is responsible for proactively driving the strategic positioning of UNIFEM so that the size, sources and predictability of its resources help the organization achieve its strategic goals. A service center to UNIFEM HQ Sections and Field Offices, OBDT is organized into three functional clusters: Resource Mobilization, Partnerships, Communications and Advocacy. Given the scope and interrelationships of OBDT's functional responsibilities, the work of OBDT is highly synergistic, involving constant and direct interaction and information-sharing among team members, to provide high quality advice, services and support to UNIFEM.
Under the supervision of the Government Relations Manager, and in collaboration with OBDT colleagues, the UN Partnerships Specialist will contribute to the positioning and promotion of UNIFEM's strategic interests in inter-agency fora such as the United Nations Development Group (UNDG) and its subsidiary machinery including the Inter-Agency Working Group on Programming Issues (WGPI), in collaboration with the Directorate; and working closely with the External Relations Specialist, will do so in key inter-governmental fora, including the General Assembly (GA) and the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
Duties and Responsibilities
The staff member will focus on achieving the following results:
Inter-agency coordination
* As part of the inter-governmental team in OBDT, coordinate inter-agency engagement in collaboration with the Directorate and the Institutional Development Advisor.
* Participate in key inter-agency meetings, with a particular focus on the UNDG and inter-agency meetings organized by the ECOSOC.
* Ensure that UNIFEM senior management and OBDT colleagues, including the External Relations Specialist, are informed of the latest developments in the inter-agency arena so as to strengthen the linkage between UNIFEM's operational activities and inter-agency processes.
* Ensure that outputs of such engagement and processes are circulated to all relevant staff and sections.
* Identify and mobilize key strategic UN partnerships to enhance impact and influence the gender equality agenda.
* Identify and position UNIFEM to take advantage of smart opportunities to strengthen collaborations (e.g. joint programming; inter-agency agreements; project execution, etc.) with UN agencies, especially UNDP.
* Ensure that OBDT staff members working on donor reporting and relations are informed of new agreements and project modalities.
* Orchestrate strategic interventions to influence inter-agency activities.
* Develop materials and pitches to position UNIFEM for strengthened collaborations with UN agencies, especially UNDP.
* Manage the Secretariat functions of the UNDG Task Team on the Working Group on Programming Issues and ensure the implementation of its work plan in close collaboration with the WGPI Secretariat team.
* Provide advice, information, training and support to UNIFEM HQ units and field offices for effective UN partnership-building activities.
Inter-governmental coordination
* Monitor and prepare, in consultation with the Chief of OBDT, the Deputy Director for Programme and the Deputy Executive Director for Organizational and Business Development Services, high-quality submissions for inter-governmental bodies such as documents for the third committee of the GA and ECOSOC substantive sessions.
* Ensure that OBDT, including the External Relations Specialist and other relevant staff members are informed of key opportunities for advocacy and inputs to official documentation.
* Backstop the UNIFEM Directorate and the Organization and Business Development Services (OBDS) in the preparation of the UNDP-UNFPA Executive Board sessions. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting the preparation of official UNIFEM documentation (including reports), and interfacing with the Executive Board secretariat.
* Identify opportunities to orchestrate strategic interventions by UNIFEM and its civil society partners into diverse inter-governmental processes/issues such as the Triennial Comprehensive Policy Review (TCPR), Indigenous people's issues, Violence against Women and trafficking.
Donor Relations
* Work closely with resource mobilization colleagues to support the partnership and resource mobilization strategies, campaigns and initiatives involving specific Member States, UN agencies and others.
* Identify opportunities from partner-specific intelligence, the competitive landscape and where UNIFEM's competency strengths overlap with partner/client needs.
* Undertake an analysis of key development and sectoral policies currently being discussed/ implemented and key donors willing to support these policies.
* Monitor overall implementation of specific agreements; maintain correspondence with donor representatives.
* Participate/organize and participate in regular liaison meetings/communication with donors according to respective donor focal point portfolio.
Competencies
Corporate:
* Demonstrates integrity and fairness by modeling UN/UNIFEM values and ethical standards,
* Promotes vision, mission and strategic goals of UNIFEM,
* Displays cultural and gender sensitivity and adaptability,
* Treats all people fairly and without favouritism.
Functional:
* Proven ability to plan and implement organizational strategies,
* Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with officials of Member States and counterparts in civil society,
* Very effective at multi-tasking,
* Excellent oral and written communications skills,
* Proven ability to position issues effectively, both orally and in writing,
* Proven networking skills, and ability to mobilize support on behalf of UNIFEM,
* Good negotiating skills,
* Financial Management skills,
* Strong IT skills, including ATLAS and office software packages,
* Knowledge and understanding of UN system,
* Familiarity with UNIFEM,
* Familiarity with gender issues.
Behavioral:
* Strong initiative-taker,
* Strong analytical skills,
* Focuses on impact and results for client,
* Identifies opportunities and builds strong relationships with client and external actors,
* Participates effectively in team-based, information-sharing environment, collaborating and cooperating with others,
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
* Master's degree in social sciences, public administration, business administration, international relations, communications, women's studies, or a related field.
Experience:
* A minimum of 3 years relevant experience at the national or international level, including experience within the UN system.
Language Requirements:
* Fluency in English (written and oral). Knowledge of at least two other official UN languages would be preferred.
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JOB VACANCY: SPECIAL ASSISTANT: DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR PROGRAMMES
Location : New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Application Deadline : 11-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : L-3
Post Level : L-3 (ICS-10)
Languages Required : English
Duration of Initial Contract : 1Year
Expected Duration of Assignment : 1 Year
Background
The United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) is the UN women's fund, providing financial and technical support to assist countries to advance gender equality and women's empowerment in line with their national priorities and their commitment to achieve the Millennium Development Goals. UNIFEM supports innovative and catalytic programmes, advocacy, and technical assistance related to women's human rights in countries throughout the developing world as part of the overall UN development cooperation system.
The Deputy Executive Director for Programmes is responsible for providing strategic guidance on programming in line with UNIFEM's Strategic Plan 2008 - 2011. The Special Assistant to the Deputy Executive Director for Programmes supports all of the responsibilities related to the work of the Deputy Executive Director and works as part of the Directorate team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions:
1. Backstop the Deputy Executive Director in her coordinating role in relation to the development, monitoring and reporting on the organization's Strategic Plan
2. Ensure that the office of the Deputy Executive Director for Programmes is managed effectively and efficiently to respond to programming and policy issues
3. Support the Deputy Executive Director for Programmes to represent UNIFEM in UN inter-governmental, inter-agency and external fora - including on behalf of UNIFEM's Executive Director
1. Supporting the implementation of the UNIFEM Strategic Plan (2008-2011)
* Coordinating/liaising with all other UNIFEM sections in relation to annual monitoring and reporting on the strategic plan, including in the development and testing of a computerized system to enhance UNIFEM's results tracking
* Working with the Institutional Development Advisor to ensure the smooth and effective functioning of the Programme Working Group and the regular updating or provision of programming guidance in response to staff priorities
* Supporting the Deputy to work with UNIFEM's Deputy Executive Director for Business Development and the Fund's geographic and thematic staff to prepare, review, ensure high quality standards, monitor and evaluate programmes and programme documentation in line with UNIFEM's overall strategy and operational policies
* Working closely with the Programme Assistant to ensure that programme documents for Programme Appraisal Committee (PAC) approval are of high quality, that PAC meetings are duly scheduled, and that PAC documents are revised according to PAC recommendations, signed, and posted on the intranet in a timely manner
* As needed, supporting the Deputy to oversee the preparation, review and presentation of key organizational reports -- including the annual Consultative Committee report and meeting, key meetings of the UNDP/UNFPA Executive Board, donors reports, etc. - as well as to ensure that reports submitted by all UNIFEM sections to inter-governmental and other stakeholders meet high quality and results-based standards
* Backstopping all efforts of the Deputy - in collaboration with the Executive Director, the Deputy Executive Director of OBDS, and OBDT -- to identify, coordinate and secure core and cost-sharing resources in line with the projections in the UNIFEM Strategic Plan
* Working with the Deputy to initiate, manage and coordinate the Fund's response to bi-annual, organization-wide Strategic Planning Workshops (SPWs), as well as regional and thematic SPWs as required
2. Monitoring and responding to Programme and Policy Issues
* In coordination with the Special Assistants of the Executive Director and the Deputy Executive Director for Organizational and Business Development, ensure that regular staff, management and programme meetings are organized with clear agendas, documented and that decisions are disseminated and followed up
* Work closely with the Deputy's Programme Assistant to ensure high-quality and rapid response to e-mail, telephone and written correspondence and an effective and efficient file management system
* Work with the Deputy's Programme Assistant to backstop the Deputy to ensure that all of the human resources actions that s/he is responsible for - from recruitment or approval of key programme staff, to staff reviews and workplanning - are undertaken in a timely, open and transparent manner and that related documentation is complete and up-to-date
* Liaise with Regional Section Chiefs, Programme Staff, and thematic Advisors to ensure smooth and timely flow of information and follow-up
3. Supporting the Deputy Director to represent the Organization in UN and external fora, including:
* UN inter-governmental activities: the UNDP-UNFPA Executive Board, the General Assembly, the Security Council, the UN Commission on the Status of Women, and specific inter-governmental events, including at the regional level
* UN inter-agency activities, including the United Nations Development Group (UNDG), the inter-agency task teams on gender equality that UNIFEM chairs or participates in - including on the reform of the gender equality architecture - and specific inter-agency joint programmes at Headquarters and in programme countries where UNIFEM is involved
* Convenings and conferences of women's rights advocates, donors, and other partners in which the Deputy participates for joint strategy and programme development or to present UNIFEM's work and priorities
* Coordination of briefing materials preparation to support missions to donor and programme countries, as well as preparation of speeches, powerpoints and other public documents that the Deputy may have to present .
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
* Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
* Advocates and 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
* Encourages staff to share knowledge and contribute to Thematic Areas
* Develops knowledge in Thematic Areas
* Demonstrates strong communications skills, regularly providing helpful feedback and advice to others in the office
Development and Operational Effectiveness
* Strong skills in drafting, writing, and editing high-quality briefing notes, speeches, reports and programme proposals (samples will be requested)
* In-depth knowledge - through study or work - of at least one of UNIFEM's key areas of focus (governance, peace and security; economic security and rights; ending violence against women; the gender dimensions of HIV and AIDS)
* Proven knowledge of the principles and practices of results-based management and the programming cycle
* Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies
* Demonstrates strong IT skills
Management and Leadership
* Demonstrates excellent judgment, particularly with regard to being able to prioritize according to importance and urgency
* Highly organized, with particular ability in devising systems to ensure follow up
* Enjoys multi-tasking and managing several projects at one time
* Focuses on impact and result for the client
* Ability to work as a positive and valued member of task teams and demonstrates conflict resolution skills
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
* Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
* Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view
* Displays high level of discretion
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
* Master's degree in gender or social sciences-related field.
Experience:
* A minimum of five years of professional experience, with at least 3 year experience working on women's rights and international development assistance programmes.
* Previous experience in supporting head office management and coordination functions an asset.
Language Requirements:
* Fluency in English and ability to speak at least one additional UN language.
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Application Deadline : 11-Feb-09
Type of Contract : 200 Series
Post Number : L-3
Post Level : L-3 (ICS-10)
Languages Required : English
Duration of Initial Contract : 1Year
Expected Duration of Assignment : 1 Year
Background
The United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) is the UN women's fund, providing financial and technical support to assist countries to advance gender equality and women's empowerment in line with their national priorities and their commitment to achieve the Millennium Development Goals. UNIFEM supports innovative and catalytic programmes, advocacy, and technical assistance related to women's human rights in countries throughout the developing world as part of the overall UN development cooperation system.
The Deputy Executive Director for Programmes is responsible for providing strategic guidance on programming in line with UNIFEM's Strategic Plan 2008 - 2011. The Special Assistant to the Deputy Executive Director for Programmes supports all of the responsibilities related to the work of the Deputy Executive Director and works as part of the Directorate team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions:
1. Backstop the Deputy Executive Director in her coordinating role in relation to the development, monitoring and reporting on the organization's Strategic Plan
2. Ensure that the office of the Deputy Executive Director for Programmes is managed effectively and efficiently to respond to programming and policy issues
3. Support the Deputy Executive Director for Programmes to represent UNIFEM in UN inter-governmental, inter-agency and external fora - including on behalf of UNIFEM's Executive Director
1. Supporting the implementation of the UNIFEM Strategic Plan (2008-2011)
* Coordinating/liaising with all other UNIFEM sections in relation to annual monitoring and reporting on the strategic plan, including in the development and testing of a computerized system to enhance UNIFEM's results tracking
* Working with the Institutional Development Advisor to ensure the smooth and effective functioning of the Programme Working Group and the regular updating or provision of programming guidance in response to staff priorities
* Supporting the Deputy to work with UNIFEM's Deputy Executive Director for Business Development and the Fund's geographic and thematic staff to prepare, review, ensure high quality standards, monitor and evaluate programmes and programme documentation in line with UNIFEM's overall strategy and operational policies
* Working closely with the Programme Assistant to ensure that programme documents for Programme Appraisal Committee (PAC) approval are of high quality, that PAC meetings are duly scheduled, and that PAC documents are revised according to PAC recommendations, signed, and posted on the intranet in a timely manner
* As needed, supporting the Deputy to oversee the preparation, review and presentation of key organizational reports -- including the annual Consultative Committee report and meeting, key meetings of the UNDP/UNFPA Executive Board, donors reports, etc. - as well as to ensure that reports submitted by all UNIFEM sections to inter-governmental and other stakeholders meet high quality and results-based standards
* Backstopping all efforts of the Deputy - in collaboration with the Executive Director, the Deputy Executive Director of OBDS, and OBDT -- to identify, coordinate and secure core and cost-sharing resources in line with the projections in the UNIFEM Strategic Plan
* Working with the Deputy to initiate, manage and coordinate the Fund's response to bi-annual, organization-wide Strategic Planning Workshops (SPWs), as well as regional and thematic SPWs as required
2. Monitoring and responding to Programme and Policy Issues
* In coordination with the Special Assistants of the Executive Director and the Deputy Executive Director for Organizational and Business Development, ensure that regular staff, management and programme meetings are organized with clear agendas, documented and that decisions are disseminated and followed up
* Work closely with the Deputy's Programme Assistant to ensure high-quality and rapid response to e-mail, telephone and written correspondence and an effective and efficient file management system
* Work with the Deputy's Programme Assistant to backstop the Deputy to ensure that all of the human resources actions that s/he is responsible for - from recruitment or approval of key programme staff, to staff reviews and workplanning - are undertaken in a timely, open and transparent manner and that related documentation is complete and up-to-date
* Liaise with Regional Section Chiefs, Programme Staff, and thematic Advisors to ensure smooth and timely flow of information and follow-up
3. Supporting the Deputy Director to represent the Organization in UN and external fora, including:
* UN inter-governmental activities: the UNDP-UNFPA Executive Board, the General Assembly, the Security Council, the UN Commission on the Status of Women, and specific inter-governmental events, including at the regional level
* UN inter-agency activities, including the United Nations Development Group (UNDG), the inter-agency task teams on gender equality that UNIFEM chairs or participates in - including on the reform of the gender equality architecture - and specific inter-agency joint programmes at Headquarters and in programme countries where UNIFEM is involved
* Convenings and conferences of women's rights advocates, donors, and other partners in which the Deputy participates for joint strategy and programme development or to present UNIFEM's work and priorities
* Coordination of briefing materials preparation to support missions to donor and programme countries, as well as preparation of speeches, powerpoints and other public documents that the Deputy may have to present .
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
* Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
* Advocates and 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
* Encourages staff to share knowledge and contribute to Thematic Areas
* Develops knowledge in Thematic Areas
* Demonstrates strong communications skills, regularly providing helpful feedback and advice to others in the office
Development and Operational Effectiveness
* Strong skills in drafting, writing, and editing high-quality briefing notes, speeches, reports and programme proposals (samples will be requested)
* In-depth knowledge - through study or work - of at least one of UNIFEM's key areas of focus (governance, peace and security; economic security and rights; ending violence against women; the gender dimensions of HIV and AIDS)
* Proven knowledge of the principles and practices of results-based management and the programming cycle
* Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies
* Demonstrates strong IT skills
Management and Leadership
* Demonstrates excellent judgment, particularly with regard to being able to prioritize according to importance and urgency
* Highly organized, with particular ability in devising systems to ensure follow up
* Enjoys multi-tasking and managing several projects at one time
* Focuses on impact and result for the client
* Ability to work as a positive and valued member of task teams and demonstrates conflict resolution skills
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
* Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
* Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view
* Displays high level of discretion
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
* Master's degree in gender or social sciences-related field.
Experience:
* A minimum of five years of professional experience, with at least 3 year experience working on women's rights and international development assistance programmes.
* Previous experience in supporting head office management and coordination functions an asset.
Language Requirements:
* Fluency in English and ability to speak at least one additional UN language.
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JOB VACANCY : ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE
Location : New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Application Deadline : 06-Feb-09
Type of Contract : ALD Local
Post Level : ALD-2
Languages Required : English Spanish
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year (Renewable)
Background
Under the overall supervision of the UNIFEM Executive Director and the direct supervision of the Executive Officer, the Administrative Associate will perform substantive services in financial and administrative tasks to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the Directorate's office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
* Maintenance of filing system for the Directorate, including electronic filing
* Coordination of the information flow in the office
* Facilitation of information sharing with other sections of UNIFEM
* Translation of documents from/into Spanish and English
* Support the Executive Officer in the management of the Executive Office
* Financial management of the Directorate projects
Function / Expected Results
1. Ensures effective and efficient functioning of the Executive Director's office focusing on achievement of the following results :
* Maintenance of the Executive Director's calendar, contacts with high ranking visitors, arrangement of appointments and meetings.
* Preparation of high quality briefing materials for supervisor for appointments, meetings and missions.
* Maintenance of rosters of high level partners and telephone/contact lists.
* Assist in preparation of correspondence, directives, comments for signature and making follow-up when required.
2. Ensures provision of effective communications support to the office focusing on achievement of the following :
* Assist in establishing and maintain systems to archive all Directorate correspondence and other documents.
* Maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials. Use of automated filing system.
* Screening of all incoming calls and correspondence.
* Under the guidance of the Executive Officer, ensure that adequate information flows from the Directorate to all parts of UNIFEM.
3. Ensures provision of effective documentation :
* Translation: Ensure that documents and correspondence are timely translated from Spanish to English and vice-versa.
* Ensure that documents are in proper Spanish before they are dispatched.
* Act as an interpreter when/if required and/or taking minutes.
4. Provides support for effective administrative and financial control in the office, focusing on achievement of the following :
* Ensure that the Directorate-managed projects financial systems are monitored and that all procurement and travel arrangements are processed in due time.
* Maintenance of administrative control such as commitments and expenditure.
5. Ensures efficient administrative support, focusing on achievement of the following results :
* Organization of workshops, conference and retreats.
* Coordination of DSA, requests to travel agencies and other travel related administrative responsibilities.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies :
* Demonstrate integrity by modeling UNIFEM values and ethical standards.
* Demonstrate commitment to UNIFEM's mission.
* Display cultural and gender sensitivity and adaptability.
Development and Operational Effectiveness :
* Ability to perform a variety of administrative tasks related to finance, procurement and budget.
* Familiarity with relevant UNDP/UNIFEM financial budgetary and human resources regulations and procedures.
* Ability to administer and executive administrative process and transactions
* Ability to perform work of confidential nature and handle a large volume of work
* Excellent computer skills, advanced knowledge in use of spreadsheet and database packages.
* Undertakes additional responsibilities as required.
Leadership and Self Management :
* Very effective at multi-tasking.
* Consistently approaches work with energy and positive attitudes.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Work positively to build team moral and consensus.
* Good organizational skills, sound judgment, initiative, demonstrated ability to perform effectively within a multi-cultural work environment.
Management and Communications Skills
* Ability to translate documents from English to Spanish and vice versa
* Ability to draft conceptual documents and correspondence in both Spanish and English.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
* Completion of secondary education with specialized training. First university degree desirable.
Experience:
* Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in management/administrative/secretarial functions within an international organization preferably with a senior official.
* Full knowledge application and advance knowledge of database packages.
* Experience in handling web-based management systems.
* Knowledge of the UN System structure, including established programme and administrative and financial procedures.
Language Requirements:
* Excellent written and spoken English and Spanish. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
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Application Deadline : 06-Feb-09
Type of Contract : ALD Local
Post Level : ALD-2
Languages Required : English Spanish
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year (Renewable)
Background
Under the overall supervision of the UNIFEM Executive Director and the direct supervision of the Executive Officer, the Administrative Associate will perform substantive services in financial and administrative tasks to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the Directorate's office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
* Maintenance of filing system for the Directorate, including electronic filing
* Coordination of the information flow in the office
* Facilitation of information sharing with other sections of UNIFEM
* Translation of documents from/into Spanish and English
* Support the Executive Officer in the management of the Executive Office
* Financial management of the Directorate projects
Function / Expected Results
1. Ensures effective and efficient functioning of the Executive Director's office focusing on achievement of the following results :
* Maintenance of the Executive Director's calendar, contacts with high ranking visitors, arrangement of appointments and meetings.
* Preparation of high quality briefing materials for supervisor for appointments, meetings and missions.
* Maintenance of rosters of high level partners and telephone/contact lists.
* Assist in preparation of correspondence, directives, comments for signature and making follow-up when required.
2. Ensures provision of effective communications support to the office focusing on achievement of the following :
* Assist in establishing and maintain systems to archive all Directorate correspondence and other documents.
* Maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials. Use of automated filing system.
* Screening of all incoming calls and correspondence.
* Under the guidance of the Executive Officer, ensure that adequate information flows from the Directorate to all parts of UNIFEM.
3. Ensures provision of effective documentation :
* Translation: Ensure that documents and correspondence are timely translated from Spanish to English and vice-versa.
* Ensure that documents are in proper Spanish before they are dispatched.
* Act as an interpreter when/if required and/or taking minutes.
4. Provides support for effective administrative and financial control in the office, focusing on achievement of the following :
* Ensure that the Directorate-managed projects financial systems are monitored and that all procurement and travel arrangements are processed in due time.
* Maintenance of administrative control such as commitments and expenditure.
5. Ensures efficient administrative support, focusing on achievement of the following results :
* Organization of workshops, conference and retreats.
* Coordination of DSA, requests to travel agencies and other travel related administrative responsibilities.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies :
* Demonstrate integrity by modeling UNIFEM values and ethical standards.
* Demonstrate commitment to UNIFEM's mission.
* Display cultural and gender sensitivity and adaptability.
Development and Operational Effectiveness :
* Ability to perform a variety of administrative tasks related to finance, procurement and budget.
* Familiarity with relevant UNDP/UNIFEM financial budgetary and human resources regulations and procedures.
* Ability to administer and executive administrative process and transactions
* Ability to perform work of confidential nature and handle a large volume of work
* Excellent computer skills, advanced knowledge in use of spreadsheet and database packages.
* Undertakes additional responsibilities as required.
Leadership and Self Management :
* Very effective at multi-tasking.
* Consistently approaches work with energy and positive attitudes.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Work positively to build team moral and consensus.
* Good organizational skills, sound judgment, initiative, demonstrated ability to perform effectively within a multi-cultural work environment.
Management and Communications Skills
* Ability to translate documents from English to Spanish and vice versa
* Ability to draft conceptual documents and correspondence in both Spanish and English.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
* Completion of secondary education with specialized training. First university degree desirable.
Experience:
* Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in management/administrative/secretarial functions within an international organization preferably with a senior official.
* Full knowledge application and advance knowledge of database packages.
* Experience in handling web-based management systems.
* Knowledge of the UN System structure, including established programme and administrative and financial procedures.
Language Requirements:
* Excellent written and spoken English and Spanish. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
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