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UNODA e-Vacancy Newsletter
Presently we have the following position below open for immediate employment:
~U Senior programme officer
~U Evaluation Officer
~U Senior Finance Assistant
~U Administrative Assistant
~U Legal Officer
~U Chief of Health and Nutrition Officer
~U Director, Programme management
~U Country Associate
~U Senior Environmental Affairs Officer
~U Research Assistant
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Posting Title: SENIOR PROGRAMME OFFICER, P4-P5
Job Code Title: SENIOR PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER
Department/ Office :UNODA
Duty Station: Multiple duty station
Job Opening number :15-PGM-UNODA-38565-R-MUTIPLE DUTY STATION
Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the Chief, Scientific Assessment Branch (SAB), the incumbent will function
as Head of Thematic Environmental Assessment, SAB. The incumbent will be responsible for the
following tasks:
Developing the strategic approach to the work of the section aimed to deliver the relevant mandates of
the Division and UNODA in a context of sustainable development and supervise the staff to implement
the relevant activities; Planning, co-coordinating and mobilizing resources to implement programmes
and activities related to thematic assessments, working with partner institutions and networks of
experts that will enhance the scientific credibility of UNODA's assessment programme; Implementing
methods and procedures to integrate and analyze global and regional assessments, data quality and
trends of environmental conditions as an element of integrated assessment and global outlook;
Developing and co-ordinating global and regional technical and scientific co-operation networks
comprising: scientific institutions, governmental, inter-governmental and non-governmental
organizations in UN regions, intergovernmental organizations active in the field of relevant thematic
assessments as mechanisms for co-operation and consultation for the production of global and regional
thematic environmental assessments; Initiating and maintaining agreements, processes and procedures
with specialized scientific institutions as well as governmental and intergovernmental structures
involved in thematic assessments of global significance; As necessary and appropriate, integrating the
scientific thematic assessment processes with the monitoring, capacity building, technical co-operation
activities of DEWA and in close cooperation with UNEP's divisions, strategic partners and relevant
national, international organizations' and programmes.
Liaising with the UN system agencies and with other international and non-governmental organisations
and national focal points with respect to intergovernmental assessments activities, focused
environmental assessment programmes and outputs, capacity building and broker partnerships and
collaboration; Preparing and organizing intergovernmental, interagency and expert meetings required to
implement the work of the section and of the branch; Participating in international scientific advisory
groups and speak at seminars, symposia and other meetings. Overseeing and contributing to the
preparation of outputs and reports; Overseeing the preparation of project documents, Memoranda of
Understanding, identifying and supervising consultants, staff and interns in support of the above;
Overseeing the implementation of the Programme of work and budget planning, reporting and
evaluation; Assuming the overall leadership of the Thematic Environmental Assessment, overseeing and
be accountable for the implementation of the Programme of Work and budget planning, reporting and
evaluation.
Supporting the overall management of the branch, the programme planning and evaluation and
perform other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Demonstrated ability to identify key strategic issues and to provide innovative technical
and scientific inputs and guidance for the production of integrated, comprehensive, policy relevant,
global environmental assessments and reports, including related projects, incorporating gender
perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Proven ability
to analyze and integrate diverse information and to communicate it (verbally and in writing) clearly and
effectively to senior managers; while ensuring that global scientific assessments integrate, reflect and
contribute to UNEP's work in all sub-programme areas. Broad knowledge of environment and
development issues; shows pride in work and in achievements; Shows persistence when faced with
difficult problems or challenges, remains calm in stressful situation.
Leadership: Demonstrated innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the
planning, development and management of operations; tact and negotiating skills; good judgment and
decision-making skills; empowers others to translate vision into results; shows the courage to take
unpopular stands; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Provides leadership
and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of
women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the
goal of gender balance in staffing.
Teamwork: Demonstrated team building and team leadership skills. Ability to work collaboratively with
colleagues and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members of
different nationalities and cultural backgrounds, in order to achieve organizational goals; works
collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; places team agenda before personal
agenda; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts join responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning and organization: Track record of excellent time management and ability to meet tight
deadlines. Demonstrated ability to plan, budget, coordinate and manage complex projects, including
foreseeing risks and allowing for contingencies when planning; uses time effectively; identifies priority
activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and
resources for completing work.
Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to write in a clear
concise manner and to convey complex scientific content to non-technical audiences. Demonstrates
openness in sharing information and keep people informed; speaks and writes clearly and effectively;
tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Listens to others, correctly interprets
messages from others and responds appropriately.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in an area of environmental science or
natural resources management, with particular emphasis on the ability to understand and synthesise
the many branches of environmental knowledge; PhD an asset. A first-level university degree in
combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
university degree.
Work Experience
At least 10 years progressively responsible experience in environmental assessment and reporting,
planning or resource management; proven experience of progressive responsibility for environmental
assessment at international or regional level, including capacity building and partnership development
in the last five years is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised,
fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of another official UN language is an
asset.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment of the CV,
which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Vacancy code: VA/2015/B5007/6542
Position title: Evaluation Officer P3-P4
Department/office: UNODA
Duty station: Mutiple Duty Station
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities
UNODA puts Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) at the heart of its work to ensure that its programs
deliver results in line with its Medium Term Strategic Plan (MTSP) for the period 2012-2016. In
particular, it strives to enhance the effectiveness of development policies and programmes, including
UNODA programmes through evaluation. UNODA has commissioned a medium term evaluation of its
strategic plan with linked studies and evaluation research. It is in this context that UNODA is looking to
recruit an Evaluation Support Officer. The M&E team is located in the Networking and Knowledge
Management Department. The overall responsibility of the incumbent is to provide technical assistance
and support to the Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to strengthen the Evaluation portfolio of
the organisation.
Specifically, under the direct supervision of the Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer the incumbent
will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:-
Draft terms of reference for evaluations with a clear scope, design and methods;
Contribute to the selection of evaluation teams in accordance with UNODA procedures and guidelines;
Facilitate communication between stakeholders and the evaluation teams throughout the evaluation
cycle- inception, implementation, learning and dissemination. This will include supporting the external
Advisory bodies created for various Evauations;
Monitor the evaluation consultants' work for adherence to the standards for Evaluation in the UN
System, most importantly upholding the principles of independence and transparency;
Collaborate with the Communications and Knowledge/Learning Systems Officer (s) to organize and
disseminate evaluation evidence, outputs, summaries of consultations in order to enhance their timely
and strategic use by relevant decision makers and stakeholders;
Coordinate with the Learning systems officer to ensure regular links between UNODAs evaluation
initiative and the Community of Practice on sanitation and Hygiene in order to keep the sector informed
about the process and outcomes of the Evaluation.
Assist with drafting management responses to the Evaluation recommendation (s);
Under the guidance of the Senior M&E Officer, support the preparation and approval process of the
organizational Evaluation policy and supporting guidelines. This will involve obtaining buy-in and
approval from WSSCC Senior Management and its Governing Board;
Participate in developing and testing evaluation methodologies (e.g. Impact evaluation, strategic, policy
or country portfolio evaluations);
Collaborate with the NKM team to design and support any M&E related sessions or engagement at
national, regional and international events.
Coordinate with other UN evaluation units, professional evaluation bodies to exchange knowledge
about evaluation issues such as methodologies as well as strengthen cross-sector learning;
Contribute to knowledge management and continued improvement in the evaluation quality in UNODA
as well as in the overall Evaluation sector;
Perform other related duties and assignments as and when required.
The job may involve some travel to UNODA member countries.
Milestones and key performance indicators:
The Secretariat responds in a timely manner to the Evaluation recommendations
Regular update reports to the Evaluation Advisory Committee and to the internal as well as external
stakeholders
The Global Community of Practice for Sanitation and Hygiene has a substantive engagement on the
issues of Evaluation
Required skills
Ability to think strategically, be results-oriented and work independently to a high quality standard;
Proven analytical skills and the ability to manage and monitor various evaluations simultaneously;
Excellent writing and communications skills;
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with a range of stakeholders- development
practitioners, academics and policy makers etc.
Knowledge and practical and conceptual understanding of the key issues in Water, Sanitation, Hygiene,
Health or Education sector are desirable.
Education
Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in social sciences, economics, international
development, monitoring & evaluation or other subject of relevance to the post is essential.
Technical knowledge of Evaluation theory and practice, theory of change, impact evaluation, resultsbased
management, mixed methods, quantitative and qualitative data analysis is mandatory.
A bachelor's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience in those subject areas may be
considered in lieu of the advanced university degree
Experience
Required experience
With the advanced university degreeFive (5) years of relevant work experience in managing/supporting
evaluations, in particular strategic/thematic evaluations and/or impact evaluations in subject areas
relevant to Health and Education.
With a relevant Bachelor's degree, seven years of relevant work experience in the above-mentioned
areas.
Languages
Fluent written and spoken English is required for this position.
Knowledge of French or other UN official language is an asset.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Vacancy Notice No: UN/15/UNODA/TASR4
Title: Senior Finance Assistant P3-P4
Duty Station: Mutiple Duty Station
HQ/GFI Global Finance (HQ/GFI)
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME : The UNODA Global Service Centre (GSC), provides specialized
services to all staff and all UNODA offices worldwide in respect of human resources, procurement,
finance and support of corporate IT applications and infrastructure. The aim of the GSC is to provide the
swift and reliable delivery of a comprehensive array of products and services covering all these fields.
The Global Finance team (GFI) within the GSC provides processing and accounting services for payroll,
pension, accounts payable, travel and expenses and awards transactions as set out in the Service
Catalogue.
Description of duties: Finance processing includes a number of high volume tasks, which nevertheless
require close attention to detail. Processing errors could lead to large-scale financial loss to the
Organization, and severe inconvenience to staff and/or suppliers, globally. The incumbent will be
responsible for the day-to-day operations related to finance activities. These functions require:
The ability to analyse and process transactions;
Detail-oriented review with clear follow up; The ability to prioritize and work under pressure with close
attention to detail; A proactive approach; Effective communications skills when liaising with colleagues
and with clients; Close collaboration with colleagues with GFI, GSC, Headquarters (HQ), Regional Offices
(ROs) and Country Offices (COs);Subject matter expert in the team's activities and provides guidance to
other staff; Extracts accounting details from the accounting systems in order to analyse and verify
accuracy and validity; Analyses accounting records and produce management reports;
Act as a backup during Supervisor's absence. Within the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned
all or part of the following responsibilities. However, staff may be rotated and assigned to perform other
duties within GFI as determined by the Coordinator, Finance which includes ad hoc assignments,
reinforcing other teams or replacing other staff members as required. General duties and
responsibilities (for all teams):
Deliver responsive services to customers and stakeholders in alignment with the GSC Service Catalogue.
This is achieved through processing requests received in ERP workflow; requests assigned through other
Corporate systems; or assigned directly by Supervisors, in accordance with established procedures, to
correctly administer and implement the assigned tasks to ensure quality and accuracy are met.
Follow up closely on the pending tasks to resolve within response times set out in the Service Catalogue.
Seek advice or guidance from Supervisors as and when necessary.
Provide advice or guidance to other staff in the team.
Take initiative to communicate with colleagues within or across departments to seek confirmation or
clarification on issues when necessary.
Respond to enquiries and provides support, advice and guidance to clients in Headquarters, Regional
Offices, Country Offices.
Assist with identification of system issues or enhancements, and in testing fixes and solutions.
Reconcile General Ledger accounts; and prepare journal vouchers and accounting entries as required.
Analyse financial records and produce accurate management reports.
Make recommendations on improvement of work processes.
The three teams in GFI have team-specific duties over and above those described above.
Payroll and pension team duties:
Maintenance of staff members' financial records.
Process monthly, daily and ad hoc payroll runs.
Process separations.
Respond to payslip queries from staff.
Perform ad hoc assignments, special projects, and all other related duties when required.
Accounts Payable team duties:
Creation and maintenance of supplier financial records.
Process supplier invoices.
Process and execute payments.
Reconcile bank accounts.
Process statutory travel requests.
Perform ad hoc assignments, special projects, and all other related duties when required.
Awards team duties:
Process award distributions and work plan funding.
Maintain Customers (Donors).
Follow up on Receivables with HQ and ROs.
Perform ad hoc assignments, special projects, and all other related duties when required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Essential:
Completion of secondary school education or its equivalent, complemented by training in accounting or
book-keeping.
Desirable: A degree in Finance or other training in accounting. Financial transaction processing, payroll
processing in an international environment, and using integrated financial management and reporting
systems.
Skills: Essential:
Demonstrated skill and proficiency in the use of computers and information technology.
Expertise in the use of MS Office and Web-based software.
UNODA Core competencies:
Moving forward in a changing environment
Producing results
Communicating in a credible and effective way
Fostering integration and teamwork
Experience: Essential:
At least 8 years of relevant experience in administration of which at least 2 years working in the field of
accounting, finance or payroll with completion of secondary school or commercial school or;
6 years with a relevant first level University Degree or;
5 years with a relevant Advanced University Degree.
Desirable:
Experience in the use of an ERP system such as Oracle.
Languages: Essential:
Expert knowledge of English both written and spoken.
Additional Information:
This vacancy is open to candidates in the local commuting area.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Posting Title: Administrative Assistant P2-P4
Department/ Office UNODA
Duty Station Mutiple duty station
Job Opening number 15-ADM-UNODA-39622-R-MUTIPLE DUTY STATION
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:
(These duties are generic and may not be carried out by all Administrative Assistants.)
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT:
Initiates, reviews, processes and follows-up on actions related to the administration of the unit's human
resource activities, e.g., recruitment of staff and consultants, placement, promotion, relocation,
performance appraisal, job classification reviews, separation of staff members, training etc., ensuring
consistency in the application of UN rules and procedures.
Responds to enquiries and provides information and advice to staff regarding their entitlements,
administrative procedures, processes and practices, conditions of service, duties and responsibilities,
and entitlements under the Staff Rules and Regulations.
Oversees the maintenance of vacancy announcement files and keeps track of status of vacancy
announcements. Reviews and processes personnel actions.
Monitors staffing table and prepare relevant statistical data/charts.
BUDGET AND FINANCE:
Assists in the preparation and review of financial and human resource proposals/requirements.
Consolidates budget/work programme with respect to Headquarters' budget, trust funds, grants and
procurement.
Monitors expenditures and compares with approved budget; prepares adjustments as necessary.
Assists managers in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.
Assists in preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of budget performance
reports, analysing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures
Prepares or customizes financial reports from IMIS system generated reports.
Co-ordinates with other finance and budget staff on related issues during preparation of budget reports.
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION:
Drafts routine correspondence to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant administrative, financial
audit, personnel matters.
Coordinates extensively with service units and liaises frequently with internal team members both at
Headquarters and in the field.
Performs other related administrative duties, as required (e.g., operational travel programme;
monitoring accounts and payment to vendors and individual contractors for
services; physical space planning; identification of office technology needs and maintenance of
equipment, software and systems; organizing and coordinating seminars, conferences and translations).
May be responsible for guiding, training, and supervising the work of more junior General Service staff.
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION:
Assists with day-to-day administration of contracts between the UN and external contractors for
outsourced services.
Audits the contractors' invoices against the goods and services provided by the contractor and approved
by the UN.
Processes the payment of contractors' invoices and monitor payments.
Prepares and processes all UN forms and permissions for contractual and work Unit, Section or Service
UN staff, including: UN grounds passes, property passes, UN parking permits, swipe-card access and
door keys.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work
programme, human resources, database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United
Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations. Shows
pride in work and in achievements; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing
deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows
persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets
messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in
having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience;
Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by
genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before
personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions
may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint
responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies
priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time
and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;
Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent. Must have passed the United Nations Administrative Support
Assessment Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices Away from
Headquarters.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of experience in administrative services, finance, accounting, audit, human
resources or related area.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised,
fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an
advantage.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Posting Title Legal Officer P4-P5
Post Number: LA 019
Organizational Unit: UNODA
Duty Station: Mutiple duty station
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
Under the overall authority and direct supervision of the Director of the Office of Legal Standards and
International Affairs (LA), the incumbent shall provide authoritative advice to the management and the
governing bodies of the Organization on a full range of legal issues. The incumbent shall provide
leadership, direction and supervision to a team of staff of the Partnership and Administrative Law
Section. For this purpose, the incumbent will be required to:
Coordinate, approving and, as appropriate, undertaking research and studies and examining legal
precedents for issues relating to the functions, structure and activities of the Organization. Such issues
may bear upon the general field or upon specialized aspects of constitutional, international, public,
private and administrative law. Studies undertaken generally pertain to intricate and/or sensitive areas.
Providing and checking for consistency of interpretations of legal instruments, such as constitutions,
statutes, treaties, agreements, regulations and rules, resolutions or other legal materials relevant to the
Organization
Reviewing drafts of all types of UNODA contractual modalities, including complex memoranda of
understanding with partners and funding agreements. Drafting and/or reviewing legal instruments, such
as treaty texts, contracts, agreements, internal regulations and rules and other legislative materials.
Reviewing the legal aspects of draft agreements, correspondence and other texts, which are relevant to
the functions of the office or have been passed to the office for comments or clearance
Reviewing briefs and representing the Organization in proceedings before courts of law, administrative
tribunals (in particular the ILO Administrative Tribunal) and other judicial or quasi-judicial bodies
Providing advice and assistance in resolving procedural and substantive legal questions in commissions
or committees at conferences and meetings
Providing legal input into development and implementation of the Organization's strategy and policy,
including in the areas of contractual and commercial matters, and administrative law.
REQUIRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced university degree (Master degree or equivalent) in law.
WORK EXPERIENCE
At least 10 years of relevant legal experience dealing with legal matters (partnerships agreements,
administrative law, litigation, etc.) in a law firm or in the legal department of an intergovernmental
organization;
At least 6 years of experience in an international environment;
Confirmed experience in leading, managing and motivating the staff and teams.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
Proven ability in the analysis of facts/information, the development of rigorous arguments and replies
and the provision of sound advice;
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French, including the drafting/reviewing
of legal text and/or the preparation of oral presentations on complex legal issues;
Ability to manage and meet deadlines and to work under pressure;
Ability to participate effectively in high-level negotiations and to build and maintain partnerships with
internal and external stakeholders, including government officials;
Ability to work with a team and maintain effective working relationships in an international and
multicultural environment;
LANGUAGES
Excellent knowledge and drafting skills in one of the working languages of the Organization (English or
French) and very good knowledge of the second.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Posting Title: DIRECTOR, PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT, D1-D2
Job Code Title: DIRECTOR, PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT
Department/ Office: UNODA
Duty Station: Beijing and Bangkok
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
1. Formulating UNODA's overall strategies and policies by participating in various committees, preparing
documents on policy issues, and acting, as required, in an advisory capacity to the USG; contributing to
the overall management of the Office's activities and operations.
Providing leadership to the development of innovative and/or change management programmes.
Coordinating and overseeing the preparation of reports for presentation to intergovernmental bodies
such as the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budget Questions, Committee for Programme
Coordination, Economic and Social Council, the General Assembly and other policy-making organs, as
appropriate.
Chairs meetings, seminars, etc., on substantive-related issues; represents the Organization at
international, regional, inter-agency meetings, seminars and conference; provides
programmatic/substantive expertise on an issue, or holds programmatic/substantive and organizational
discussions with representatives of other institutions.
2. Managing and overseeing the work of the Quality Assurance Section to ensure sound formulation and
effective implementation of the results-based substantive work programme of UNODA.
Advising on effective implementation modalities for UNODA's programmes and projects. Coordinating
work in the different areas both within the Office, and with other organizations of the United Nations
System, donors and agencies as appropriate.
Ensuring that the outputs produced by the Office maintain high-quality standards; that reports are clear,
objective and based on comprehensive data. Ensures that all outputs produced by the office/division
under his/her supervision meet required standards before completion to ensure they comply with the
relevant mandates.
Exercising Quality Control at the organizational level in respect to projects, legal instruments and donor
agreements and their compliance with applicable financial rules and regulations, including acting as
focal point for audit and the implementation of measures that strengthen performance and financial
management;
3.Overseeing the management of UNODA's financial resources. Coordinating the resource mobilization
efforts within UNODA providing regular income projections and advising on related budget allocations.
Reporting to intergovernmental bodies on budget/programme preparation and performance or on
programmatic/ substantive issues, as appropriate, particularly those presented in biannual and/or
annual reports.
4. Overseeing the administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Office, including preparation
of budgets, assigning and monitoring of performance parameters and critical indicators, reporting on
budget/programme performance, preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting, evaluation of staff
performance, interviews of candidates for job openings and evaluation of candidates;
5.Overseeing all aspects of planning and strategic management of human resources for UNODA taking
due account of geographical and gender balance and other institutional values;
Managing, guiding, developing and training staff under his/her supervision; fostering teamwork and
communication among staff in the Office and across organizational boundaries.
Providing internal capacity building and business process advice, oversight of the executive joint
programmes and providing advice on UNODA's relationship with the United Nations Office at Country
office and other partners;
6.Overseeing UNODA's information technology requirements and coordinates the knowledge
management and training requirements and activities
7. Performs other related duties as requested by the Executive Director of UNODA
Competencies
Professionalism
Demonstrates high-level managerial and programmatic competence, including negotiating skills in intergovernmental
fora and in the UN System
Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the
equal participation of women and men in all areas of work
Demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing
Communication
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
Accountability
Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments
Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards
Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules
Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments
Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where
applicable.
Vision
Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks.
Clearly communicates links between the Organization's strategy and the work unit's goals.
Generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue
that same direction
Conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities
Leadership
Serves as a role model that other people want to follow
Empowers others to translate vision into results
Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives
Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain
support
Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions
Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo
Shows the courage to take unpopular stands
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in social sciences, public business administration
and management is required.
A first university degree with a combination of two years professional and academic qualifications may
be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
Work Experience
At least fifteen years (15) of relevant and progressively responsible experience, preferably with 10 years
within a senior management position in a national/ international organization with project financing,
budgeting, human resources and management required.
Successful budget preparation and management experience in an international organization and the
demonstrated leadership of a team of staff working on budget preparation and management is
required.
Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the first level university degree
recognised by the United Nations.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
For this position fluency in oral and written English is required.
A good working knowledge of French is desirable.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Chief of Health and Nutrition Offficer, P4-P5
Vacancy No: E-VN-2015-000045
Duty Station: Mutiple duty station
Purpose of the Position
As a Chief, Health and Nutrition, the incumbent is responsible for the overall management and
administration in the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Health
& Nutrition programme in the context of child survival and development within the country programme.
S/he is also responsible for effective technical leadership, management guidance and programme
support to facilitate the application and adaptation of UNODA policies and strategies to achieve
programme goals and expansion of UNODA assisted Health & Nutrition interventions, including the
attainment of the Millennium Development Goals.
As Chief of Section in a large and complex country programme with strong emphasis on upstream work
with government and donors, the incumbent is to direct, lead, manage, develop and enable a
competent team of professional and support staff to achieve the strategic goals and objectives of the
Health & Nutrition programme.
Lastly, the incumbent will be responsible for managing large health sector pooled funding as well as
reporting on expected results.
Key Expected Results
Timely and quality sectoral analysis, input, support and coordination contribute to the Situation
Analysis, its periodic update, and all programme documents to formulate effective Health & Nutrition
goals, strategy, and project planning and development.
Integrated Health & Nutrition strategies, methodologies and new approaches are developed and
implemented based on results-based approach within Human Rights framework by broad participation
and collaboration with internal and external partnership.
Technical support is provided to government and non-government organizations at all stages of the
programme cooperation, including capacity building of government personnel and beneficiaries.
Monitoring and evaluation of programme performance is properly undertaken for adjustment,
acceleration and improvement of program delivery.
Work plan and objectives are effectively established, performance is managed, and planned results are
timely delivered through exercise of strong programme management leadership.
The capacities of Country Office staff are strengthened through effective capacity building programme in
the development, implementation and management of the Health & Nutrition programme.
UNODA and Government accountability is ensured for supply and non-supply assistance and
disbursement of programme funds for the sector.
Effective partnership and collaboration are achieved and maintained for advocacy, technical
cooperation, programme coordination, information sharing and knowledge networking with
Government donors, private sector and other implementing partners.
The most relevant and strategic information is provided to support the Health & Nutrition Programme
by the effective implementation of integrated programme monitoring system.
All required programme reports are timely prepared in compliance with the established guidelines and
procedures.
Emergency preparedness is maintained, and in emergencies, emergency responses with effective
coordination are provided.
Other assigned duties and responsibilities are effectively accomplished.
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Advanced university degree in Public Health and Nutrition (preferably a Medical Doctor with specialized
training in health planning, health and nutrition education, health care system management, HIV/AIDS
prevention, or epidemiology), Child Development, Social Policy, Social Development, Community
Development, or other relevant disciplines in health care system management and strengthening.
Ten years of relevant work experience at the national and/or international levels in planning,
programming, implementation monitoring and evaluation of health and nutrition programmes including
those relevant to child survival & development.
Professional work experience in a managerial position, or a technical expert position in health, nutrition,
and child survival & health care.
Developing country work experience and background/familiarity with Emergency an asset.
Fluency in English and another UN language.
Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station would be an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
Has highest-level communication skills, including engaging and informative formal public speaking.
Creates and encourages a climate of team-working and collaboration in a multi-cultural environment.
Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget.
Has high-level leadership and supervisory skills; provides others with a clear direction; motivates and
empowers others; recruits staff of a high caliber.
Sets, develops and revises organizational strategy and develops clear visions of the organization's future
potential.
Analyzes and integrates diverse and complex quantitative and qualitative data from a wide range of
sources.
Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups. Actively nurtures good relationships with people
across all organizational levels and boundaries, and with government leaders and stakeholders.
Identifies urgent and potentially risky decisions and acts on them promptly; initiates and generates
organization-wide activities.
Negotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Position:Country Associate D1
Location : Beijing
Background
Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Country Specialist, the Country Associate
performs functions that support of the Country Support Team. The Country Associate promotes a
client-oriented approach consistent with UNODA rules and regulations. S/He works in close
collaboration with other central units at HQ, the Regional Bureau and the Regional Hub in Beijing or
resolving complex proqramme-related issues and information delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides effective support to the team's proactive and targeted representation & coordination function;
Ensures targeted and aligned CO portfolio management support, including crisis;
Provides support to CO planning, evaluation, monitoring and reporting activities;
Provides programme and administrative support to the Country Support Team and Regional Hub
Directorate;
Provides support in creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of resource mobilization
strategy and facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing.
1. Provides effective support to the team's proactive and targeted representation and coordination
function:
Support in conduct of desk research, tracking and analyzing emerging and evolving crisis and complex
development situations, identifying critical issues for UNODA programming;
Assistance in CO and sub-regional level research by engaging with internal team, external stakeholders
and policy teams;
Support in the preparation of briefing notes on all CO, sub-regional and regional aspects, particularly
ahead of crisis coordination meetings. Helps coordinate preparatory activities and liaison with
stakeholders in advance. Support in the preparation of minutes from the meetings and follow-up on
action points with all relevant stakeholders;
Helps collect required information and inputs into internal briefings, position options and corporate
internal papers.
2. Ensures effective support to targeted and aligned CO portfolio management, including crisis:
Support to improved alignment of CO programmes with corporate and regional priorities, offering by
collecting and providing knowledge from other country programmes, evaluations, performance
analytics, and other available sources of lessons learned;
Support in providing monitoring data on country programme and project performance to inform RBx
management decision in preparing for or responding to crisis situations and for inputs to briefing notes
on country-level crisis with up to date information for HQ meetings;
Presentation of thoroughly researched information for formulation of regional/country programme;
Follow up on performance indicators/success criteria, targets and milestones, preparation of reports;
Analysis of the situation in programme, identification of operational and financial problems,
development of solutions; Programmatic and operational support to the team during the preparation
and implementation of programme cycles;
Undertakes detailed financial monitoring of country office core and non-core resources, developing and
updating databases and producing reports on the current and projected financial status and liaising with
the respective HQ units as necessary;
Advises the country offices on finance, programming and other issues by providing proactive
recommendations, information, and follow-up support;
Liaison with the COs and other HQ Units and preparation of analysis reports on aggregate databases on
ROARs, CPAP/AWP, GLOC status and host country contributions, cost recovery, programme advance
authorizations, and administrative issues for the division;
Analysis of country office performance through monitoring of management performance
indicators/tools.
3. Provides support to CO planning, evaluation, monitoring and reporting activities:
Effective support to the Country Support team in its CO programming function;
Assistance in sharing the Bureau's newly developed policies and priorities with the CO leadership,
disseminating corporate analysis on sub-regional trends, and providing first level of oversight of
compliance with corporate programme management standards;
In close coordination with the Operations Team, ensures monitoring of CO operational, financial
performance and efficiency, and timely implementation of audit recommendations, identifying issues
and/or delays and escalating concerns to Country Advisor;
Assistance in consolidating all CO managerial performance information to facilitate effective and
efficient corporate oversight functions.
4. Provides programme and administrative support to the Country Support Team and Regional Hub
Directorate:
Research and preparation of thematic reports, meeting briefs, and financial data on countries of the
region for the analysis and reporting requirements of the Country Support Team and Regional Hub
Directorate;
Serves as focal point for knowledge management and best practices in the team, maintains,
disseminates and advises on corporate programme and operational policies and procedures;
Supports team's activities, at the programmatic, operational and logistical level in organizing
conferences on behalf of the Country Support Team;
Maintaining contacts with other UNODA/UN HQ units, other UN Agencies, government offices, and
donors about country programmes and activities, cost-sharing, trust funds, and reporting, to assist in
fulfilling the 'one-stop-shop' function of the division;
Consolidation and dissemination of country office publications and reports and maintaining and
disseminating a record of country office publishing plans and achievements;
Provides support for visits to country offices by Regional Hub Directorate and Country Support Team
staff;
Serves as back-up for the other support staff in the Regional Hub when they are out of office on leave;
Proper control of the supporting documents for payments, review of NEX projects Financial Reports;
Maintenance of the internal expenditures control system which ensures that vouchers processed are
matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Atlas;
Timely corrective actions on unposted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match
exceptions, unapproved vouchers.
5. Provides support in creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of resource mobilization
strategy and facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing:
Analysis of information on donors, preparation of donor's profile and database, establishment of
contacts with donor counterparts;
Tracking and reporting on mobilized resources;
Organization of trainings for the operations/projects staff on programme;
Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in programme;
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Competencies
Core Competencies:
Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity;
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment;
Self-development, initiative-taking;
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work;
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively;
Creating synergies through self-control;
Managing conflict;
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and
knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
Functional Competencies
Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda.
Level 1.1: Support the preparation of information for advocacy:
Identifies relevant information for advocacy for a variety of audiences;
Makes research of contacts in the media, government, private sector, donors, other agencies, civil
society in other stakeholders for UNODA's advocacy efforts.
Results-Based Programme Development and Management.
Level 1.1: Contributing to results through provision of information:
Provides information for linkages across programme activities to help identify critical points of
integration;
Provides information and documentation on specific stages of projects/programme implementation;
Participates in the formulation of project proposals.
Building Strategic Partnerships.
Level 1.1: Maintaining information and databases:
Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives;
Maintains databases of donor information;
Tracks and reports on mobilized resources.
Innovation and Marketing New Approaches.
Level 1.1: Implementing processes and uses products:
Documents and tracks innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches;
Tracks bottlenecks, problems and issues, and proposes solutions;
Responds positively to new approaches.
Resource Mobilization.
Level 1.1: Providing information for resource mobilization strategies:
Maintains information/databases on potential and actual donors;
Maintains database of project files;
Provides data and information needed for preparation of project documents.
Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing.
Level 1.1: Basic research and analysis:
Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things;
Documents innovative strategies and new approaches.
Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise.
Level 1.1: Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures:
Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position;
Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies
them consistently in work tasks;
Identifies new and better approaches to work processes and incorporates same in own work;
Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning;
Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments;
Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project
management tools, and utilizes these regularly in work assignments.
Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNODA's Goals.
Level 1.1: Research and analysis:
Identifies relevant information for advocacy for UNODA's goals for a variety of audiences;
Maintains a network of contacts in the media and civil society, for use in UNODA's advocacy efforts.
Client Orientation.
Level 1.1: Maintains effective client relationships:
Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion;
Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines;
Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and
external clients;
Responds to client needs promptly.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Secondary Education with specialized secretarial training. University Degree or equivalent would be
desirable, but it is not a requirement.
Experience:
7 years of progressively responsible secretarial, administrative or programme experience is required at
the national or international level;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance
knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management
systems.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and national language of the duty station, both oral and written, is required; working
knowledge of other UN official language is an asset.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Senior Environmental Affairs Officer
Ref Number: I/UNODA/UN/209
DUTY STATION: Multiple
Responsibilities
The United Nations Centre for Research and Development (Division for
SustainableDevelopment) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing
environmental
issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of
environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing
emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.
Division for Sustainable Development's Division of Early Warning and Assessment (DEWA) is
responsible for analyzing the state of the global environment, providing early warning
information and assessing global and regional environmental trends
to catalyse and promote international cooperation and action on the environment. Under the
overall guidance of the Director, DEWA, and the direct supervision of the Chief, Scientific
Assessment Branch (SAB), the incumbent will function as Head of the Integrated Environmental
Assessment Section (IEA) and will perform the following functions
Competencies
Professionalism: Demonstrated ability to identify key strategic issues and to provide innovative
technical and scientific inputs and guidance for the production of integrated, comprehensive,
policy relevant, global environmental assessments and reports, including related projects,
incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in
all areas of work. Proven ability to analyze and integrate diverse information and to
communicate it (verbally and in writing) clearly and effectively to senior managers; while
ensuring that global scientific assessments integrate, reflect and contribute
to Division for Sustainable Development's work in all sub-programme areas. Broad knowledge
of environment and development issues. Leadership: Ability to identify key strategic issues,
opportunities and tasks, links between the Organizations' strategy and the work unit's goals;
demonstrated innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning,
development, and management of operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced University degree in natural and/or environmental sciences, natural resources
management or related disciplines. A first university degree in combination with qualifying
experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
Work Experience
At least 10 years of relevant working experience at the national and international levels. A
mixture of working experience in developed and developing countries is highly desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the
advertised post, fluency in oral and written.English is required. Knowledge of other United
Nations languages an asset.
Other Skills
Track record in financial resource mobilization. Experience of managing performance with
proven effective supervisory skills, and ability to delegate. Knowledge of Division for
Sustainable Development institutional mandates and policies an advantage.
Closing date: 8th February 2015
Research Assistant
Ref Number: L/UNODA/UN/2015
DUTY STATION: Multiple
LEVEL: P4
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Chief of the Division, the incumbent will be responsible of
performing the following duties: 1. Assists in identifying and monitoring substantive aspects of
the work of the Division in various regions/countries. Selects and analyzes a variety of
documents, summarizes pertinent material, collects and analyses data and prepares
background materials for assessment papers, studies, briefs and reports. 2. Systematically
follows through and retrieves highlights and compiles information from a wide variety of
information sources; prepares input for the electronic database and the internet and
cooperates with research institutes and organizations in the collection of data. 3. Assembles
and examines original statistical material to ensure accuracy, clarity and validity; makes
appropriate adjustments. 4. Designs, prepares and maintains a country profile for each country
assigned to the Division.
Competencies
The incumbent must have the following skills and competencies: i) PROFESSIONALISM:
Knowledge of research methodologies, data collection and maintenance. Ability to identify,
extract, analyse and format data from a wide variety of standard and non-standard sources.
Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery
of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines
and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows
persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in
stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the
equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; ii)
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates
appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Supplemental courses/training in research
methodologies, statistical methods and procedures, project management on related fields is
desirable. First level university studies in economics, sociology, statistics or related area
desirable.
Work Experience
Six years of relevant experience, of which five at least of collecting, processing and
systematizing information, with progressive responsibilities in managing project activities and
monitoring programmes, providing inputs for project formulation and implementation.
Languages
Fluency in Spanish and intermediate knowledge of English required. Proficiency of the second
language (English/Spanish) will be tested, unless knowledge of the second language can be
supported by a certificate from a recognized institution.
Other Skills Proficiency in computerized spreadsheet, database and word processor is
required.
Application Method:
ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SEND THEIR RESUME AND
APPLICATION LETTER TO:
eRecruitment Officer
Contact Person: Mr. Clifton K. Harris
Human Resources Management Service
United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs
Information and Outreach Branch
UN Plaza
Room S-3185
New York, NY, 10017, USA
Via e-mail to : jobs@un-unoda.org
Important - Kindly reflect the following information in your application:
1) Indicate your position in the subject heading of your e-mail message.
2) Include your motivation note/letter attached to the email.
3) Name any attached documents properly
As part of the UN secretariat, UNODA offers attractive
remuneration packages and benefits. Starting salaries are based upon academic and
professional qualifications, as well as the level of the post. We thank all applicants for their
interest in employment opportunities with UNODA. Only
candidates whose skills and experience are under serious consideration shall be contacted.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early due to the high volume of mails received.
Salary Range
P1: $87,995.00 - $110,580.00
P2: $117,179 - $129,862.00
P3: $130,559.00 - $1142,557.00
P4: $157,180.00 - $170,711.00
P5: $189,915.00 - $193,588.00
D1: $232,374.00 - $ 247,003.00
D2: $252,468.00 - $ 282,732.00
Special Notice
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In
this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance
with established rules and procedures.
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has
been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Applications will be acknowledged
where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24
hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the
application, if necessary. Please note that the closing date is midnight American time (CET),Applications
received after the closing date will not be considered
Additional Considerations.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified. Qualified female candidates
are strongly encouraged to apply. The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies,
administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of
UNODA.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any
capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United
Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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