The Position: The Special Assistant reports to the Director of the Office of Audit and Investigation Services (OAIS). S/he provides operational, planning, managerial, technical and coordination support to all aspects of the work of OAIS. The Special Assistant assists the Director in carrying out their Office level responsibilities. How you can make a difference: UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose: OAIS is an operationally independent office of UNFPA and reports to the Organization's Executive Director. It is responsible for supporting the achievement of UNFPA's objectives by contributing to the improvement of the Organization's operations, risk management, and results through its internal audit, investigation, and advisory services. OAIS solely performs, manages, or authorizes others to carry out these services. To fulfill this mandate, the Internal Audit Branch provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services with the objective of increasing accountability, enhancing risk management, governance, and control processes, and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of UNFPA's operational and programmatic performance. UNFPA performs its internal audit work in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). OAIS performs its investigation work in accordance with the Oversight Policy, OAIS Charter, Policy and Procedures for Vendor Review and Sanctions, Policy and Procedures for Implementing Partner Review and Sanctions, other relevant policies and procedures as included in the UNFPA Policies and Procedures Manual, and the Uniform Guidelines for Investigations. The Investigation Branch conducts its work in conformance with the General Principles and Guidelines for Investigation issued by the Conference of International Investigators. The Special Assistant will provide day-to-day operational support to the Director, providing timely and effective support and coordination of various initiatives and work delivery in the Director's office. You would be responsible for: - Support planning, monitoring, tracking and following up of the work in OAIS - Support monitoring performance and results against priorities of the Office - Support provision of technical and substantive inputs - Support internal and external coordination, communications, interactions, and collaboration for the Director. - Maintain OAIS' MoU and other agreements with other Internal Audit Services/Investigative units. - Ensure OAIS' timely reporting to donors and relevant stakeholders. - Support the preparation of OAIS' reports to the Executive Board, Executive Director, and to the Executive Committee. Qualifications and Experience: Education: Advanced university degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Management, or a related field. Knowledge and Experience: - A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in the areas of oversight, law, audit, or risk management – preferably gained at the international level. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to express oneself well. - Strong interpersonal, coordination and facilitation skills. - Experience within the UN system. Languages: Fluency in English is required. A working knowledge of other official UN languages is an asset. Required Competencies: Values: - Exemplifying integrity, - Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, - Embracing cultural diversity, - Embracing change Core Competencies: - Achieving results, - Being accountable, - Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen, - Thinking analytically and strategically, - Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships, - Communicating for impact Functional Competencies: - Job knowledge/technical expertise, including full knowledge of UNFPA regulations, rules, policies, and procedures in finance and human resources, - Ability to focus on details while keeping an eye on priorities of the whole, - Innovation and Marketing of New Approaches, - Promoting organizational learning and knowledge sharing, - Knowledge Sharing/Continuous Learning, - Office software applications and corporate IT systems, - Manage information and workflows Compensation and Benefits: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment: UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click [here](https://www.unfpa.org/diversity-equity-inclusion) to learn more. Disclaimer: Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. 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BACKGROUND UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System and serves as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. The Fiji multi-country office covers ten countries including Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Nauru, Palau, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu as well as provides support to regional initiatives. UNDP in the Pacific has developed its multi-country programme document (MCPD, 2023-2027) to guide its interventions in the next five years in full alignment and directly to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF, 2023–27). The Office covers 10 countries in the Pacific with an extensive portfolio which has grown over time. The UNSDCF and UNDP MCPD are designed in full alignment with the 2030 agenda, Samoa Pathway, and 2050 Blue Content Strategy, which is endorsed by the Pacific Island Countries (PICs) among others. The UNDP Pacific Office next five-year plan strategic priorities are encapsulated under three outcome areas: (i) Planet, (ii) Prosperity, and (iii) Peace. Resilience is one of UNDP's six signature solutions – alongside poverty and inequality, environment, energy, governance, and gender equality - to support countries towards three directions of change: structural transformation, leaving no one behind and resilience. As per UNDP's new Strategic Plan 2022- 2025, and the new MCPD (2023-2027), UNDP Pacific office aims to support countries and communities in building resilience to diverse shocks and crises, including conflict, climate change, disasters and epidemics. Climate change is expected to bring Tonga serious impacts that include more heavy rainfall events, severe tropical cyclones and extreme sea level events, which will require adaptation for people, infrastructure, and coastal ecosystems. Tonga faces a potential long-term threat from permanent inundation and wave-driven flooding, with studies suggesting significant community displacement (World Bank, 2021). The largest island, Tongatapu, which holds around 74% of the population (74,320), faces significant frequent flooding risks and potential permanent losses from sea level rise (SLR) without future adaptation measures. This population is expected to grow as Tongans relocate from outlying islands to Tongatapu. With most of Tongatapu's populated areas only 1m above sea level, SLR could inundate many settlements without adequate adaptation strategies. Geographic isolation and economic vulnerabilities, including dependence on remittance and foreign aid, exacerbate the challenges faced by communities and decision-makers, compounding the risks associated with climate change. The project therefore seeks to address coastal inundation in critical areas through immediate coastal protection measures in the northeastern parts of Tongatapu, while fostering long term adaptation measures through the provision of critical climate risk information and planning tools supported through key training, knowledge sharing and capacity. The project also proposes a transformative adaptation approach through establishment and support for multi- stakeholder decision making on critical adaptation needs and land use planning. Ongoing climate change threats, risk, and impacts to date have challenged Tonga and brought the issue of transformative adaptation to the forefront. Therefore, the overall objective for the project is to support the transformative adaptation agenda setting through a participatory process; supporting development and spatial planning (community development plans, district plans and island strategic plans) to consider climate risks and promote appropriate and transformative adaptation options. Specifically, these are to be achieved through three key outputs: Output 1: Strengthened knowledge, capacity and engagement for incorporating climate risks into long-term adaptation planning supported through multi-sectoral, multi-stakeholder engagement and dialogue platform. Output 2: Strengthened national and local capacities for effective monitoring and assessment of climate risks. Output 3: Reduced vulnerabilities of coastal communities in Hahake to climate hazards through coastal protection measures. DUTIES & RESPONSILITIES Under the overall guidance from the Director, Climate Change (MEIDECC) and supervision of the Team Leader – Resilience and Climate Change, the Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the management and implementation of the project. The Project Manager is the senior most representative of the Project Management Unit (PMU) and is responsible for the overall day-to-day management of the project on behalf of UNDP, including the mobilization of all project inputs, supervision over project staff, consultants and sub-contractors. The Project Manager will attend all board meetings and support board processes as a non-voting representative. The Project Manager will run the project on a day-to-day basis within the constraints laid down by the Project Board and prepare key deliverables and documents to the board for their review and approval, including progress reports, annual work plans, adjustments to tolerance levels and risk registers. The Project Manager's prime responsibility is to ensure that the project produces the results specified in the project document, to the required standard of quality and within the specified constraints of time and cost, as well as managing the overall conduct of the project; Implementing activities by mobilizing goods and services; Checking on progress and plan deviations; Ensuring that changes are controlled and problems addressed; Monitoring progress and risks; and Reporting on progress including measures to address challenges and opportunities. The Project Manager will be based in Tonga and travel to Fiji as required. The Project Manager is expected to bring international best practices in the implementation of the project and train the technical personnel in the Project Management Unit. UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration. Key duties and accountabilities include: Provide strategic leadership for effective project planning and implementation: - Lead strategic planning for the project, including formulation of annual project work plan (AWP) as well as plans for budget, HR, procurement, and overall project implementation. - Planning and providing strategic input into all aspects of project activities - Provide quality and timely management of the project life cycle, including meeting programmatic and financial deliverables in adherence to project documents and applicable UNDP policy and programme management procedures and Government standards, rules, and regulations. Act as a senior advisor on issues related to project activities. - Carry out the following elements of project management to ensure achievement of targets and results with support from other members of the PMU: - Annual work planning. - Annual budgeting. - Procurement of goods and services. - Budget and expenditure analysis. - Contractual management. - Quarterly and annual progress reporting. - Quarterly operational reporting - Provide direction, guidance and direct supervision to UNDP project personnel, including technical experts, to ensure activities are implemented in a timely manner as planned. Undertake technical reviews of project documents produced by the project team and partners, and ensure high technical standards are met. - Ensure all project interventions integrate a gender equality perspective/gender equality mainstreaming to the extent local context allows. - Ensure proper execution of all administrative activities associated with project implementation that includes building and sustaining effective liaison with the MCO's functional areas and units (i.e., programme, M&E, finance, HR, procurement, and supply management). - Oversee the appropriate use of project funds as well as the consistent application of UNDP rules and regulations while carrying out the project management activities described above. - Supervise and manage project personnel; establish performance objectives and standards, and ensure timely and appropriate feedback, guidance, and support for optimum performance. - Perform other duties as necessary to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project. - Ensure that UNDP´;s results-management systems are kept updated for project results - Identify opportunities for synergies with other projects within UNDP and beyond to advance the key objectives and grow its focus. - Effectively prepare the projects for closure in accordance with the UNDP GCF closure policies. Provision of technical advisory support: - Guide to identify needs for external technical support for effective implementation. - Liaise with the Government, UNDP and other development partners on progress and facilitate implementation of project activities. - Provide management, coordination, and supervision, backstopping and oversight of all technical aspects of project activities. - Is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of all risk mitigation measures during all project phases such as inception, implementation / construction, and operation. - Support the NPM in liaising with the Government of Tonga by providing high quality reporting inputs. - Prepare/organize the reporting materials used in the Project Board Meeting with support from the Project Management Unit including the National Project Manager. - Carry out assessments of the financial, political, operational and management situations on the ground that affect the project implementation and keep the UNDP Pacific Office in Fiji and UNDP Regional Hub in Bangkok abreast of the situations. - Provide leadership in identifying solutions to address existing gaps arising out of assessments. - Assist to deliver good international practices in coastal adaptation projects and build the capacity of the Tonga GCF PMU in the same. - Build and maintain partnerships with technical partners and donors by reporting project progress and identifying opportunities for collaboration. - Ensure coordination between UNDP and all project stakeholders. Build and maintain UNDP's strategic partnerships and support resource mobilization: - Substantively contributes to the harnessing of effective partnerships and lead the identification and onboarding process for implementing partners. - Cultivate and maintain strong relationships and strategic linkages with implementing and development partners, government officials, businesses, NGOs, other national and regional stakeholders, and beneficiaries to support and ensure accurate interpretation of key objectives, and to promote inclusive project implementation. - Communicate relevant and critical information with key implementing partners and members of project governing bodies and substantively contribute to project visibility efforts. Make recommendations to the CO management team on activities with potential for scale-up, replicability and synergies. - Provide technical support to the implementing partners and act as a liaison between UNDP and the partners. - Support resource mobilization efforts and project development. Monitor and report on progress in implementing project activities and achieving the targets set: - Provide leadership and technical advice to the project in developing baselines and indicators for project monitoring and evaluation and coordinate the finalization of detailed results framework. Ensure strategies, processes, systems, and mechanisms are in place to effectively fulfill programme and financial monitoring, evaluation, quality assurance and reporting requirements. - Lead implementation of the monitoring, evaluation, and results framework to identify plan deviations, underperformance, and other problems. Support diagnosing problems and ensure accountability for corrective actions within agreed upon tolerances to achieve results. Conduct field visits as required to verify project activities relative to stated targets and provide regular field updates to UNDP/CO management. - Proactively perform risk assessments to identify and document risks related to the project, including operational, financial, legal, contractual, social, environmental, reputation and safety risks. Design mitigation measures and keep appropriate project governing bodies informed. Develop and complete regular reviews of the risk management matrix for the project. - Monitor project risks and implement risk mitigation measures, jointly with the CTA; update the risk and mitigation measures at the Project Board meetings. - Ensure that the Environmental and Social Management Plan and the Gender Action Plan are adhered to during the project implementation; If not, immediately inform UNDP and the Government and identify/discuss solutions. - Provide advice for the annual financial audit. - Monitoring and Evaluation of project activities and identify and implement solutions to bring the project back on track, as needed. - Coordinate with the Pacific Office in Fiji to ensure that financial and operational procedures of the project are in line with UNDP rules and regulations. - Coordinate the preparation of corporate, donor and government reports in line with the reporting schedule and UNDP and donor requirements. Ensure provision of ad hoc reports and information requested by relevant entities. - Ensure proper operational and financial closure of the project. Lead knowledge and capacity building, knowledge sharing, and advocacy relevant to the assigned thematic area(s) and UNDP: - Identify capacity building needs and opportunities. Ensure appropriate training and other relevant capacity building activities are organized and implemented in a consultative manner, involving technical experts and stakeholders that may include the government, private sector, NGOs, donors, and/or academia. Lead workshops with senior level officials and stakeholders. - Proactively identify and pursue opportunities for the documentation and communication of best practices, programme results, and lessons learned under the project. - Actively participate in and make substantive contributions to external networks and communities of practice to promote advocacy for UNDP's work and opportunities for collaboration in addressing development trends. - Represent UNDP in relevant technical meetings and working groups under the direction of CO management. - Support establishment of knowledge platforms and innovative mechanisms for capturing and disseminating knowledge from the project; and ensure development of knowledge resources and products to share with project partners and to support UNDP's engagement in this area. Other Duties: - The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: - Supervision over project personnel, consultants and sub-contractors. QUALIFICATIONS Education: - Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or related fields are required. OR - A first-level university degree (bachelor's degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience, Knowledge, and Skills: - Minimum of 7 years (with master's degree) or 9 years (with bachelor's degree) of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level in project management, quality assurance, management advisory services, is required. - Experience in monitoring and evaluation of development projects, and partnership management is required. - Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages is required. - Knowledge and experience in Climate Change related projects/programmes is desired. - Experience in working, liaising, and collaborating with UN agencies, governments, NGOs, civil society organizations, and public international organizations is an asset. - Prior experience and knowledge of capacity building theory and capacity building/assessment methodologies is an asset. - Experience in setting priorities, budgets, work plans, participating in programme development, strategic planning is desired. - Experience in resource mobilization is an advantage. - Demonstrated experience in risk assessments and document risks related to the project is desired. - Experience in leading teams is required Language Requirements: - Fluency in oral and written English is required. - Knowledge of another UN language is desirable COMPETENCIES Core Competencies: - Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact. - Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems - Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences. - Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands. - Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results. - Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration. - Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity. People Management Competencies: - UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated [site](https://www.undp.org/sites/g/files/zskgke326/files/2021-12/PeopleManagementCompetencies.pdf). Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies: Business Direction & Strategy: Strategic Thinking - Develop effective strategies and prioritized plans in line with UNDP's mission and objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, opportunities and potential risks; link the general vision to reality on the ground to create tangible targeted solutions; learn from a variety of sources to anticipate and effectively respond to both current and future trends; demonstrate foresight. Business Direction & Strategy: System Thinking - Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system. Business Development: Knowledge Facilitation - Ability to animate individuals and groups, internally and externally, and to design and facilitate activities, to share and exchange knowledge, information and ideas. Knowledge of tools and approaches to stimulate active participation, contribution, and exchange. Business Management: Project Management - Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals. Business Management: Communication - Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels Partnership Management: Relationship Management - Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding. Business Management: Portfolio Management - Ability to select, prioritise and control the organization's programmes and projects in line with its strategic objectives and capacity Ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives with regular activities for optimal return on investment. Knowledge and understanding of key principles of project, programme, and portfolio management. Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period. 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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit [our website](https://www.unicef.org/) to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, Hope Purpose The incumbent is responsible for supporting the Representative in developing, implementing and following up on key strategic priorities; coordinating, managing and planning activities in a systematic and organized manner; and managing an effective system for incoming information, including correspondence and decision memos. How can you make a difference? The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens addressing inequity not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations. Job organizational context and purpose for the job: Sudan has experienced decades of deeply entrenched social inequalities, environmental vulnerability, armed conflict and violence, and poor governance. All this has resulted in protracted displacement, resource degradation and competition over access to natural resources, disruption of basic infrastructure and social services, food insecurity, weakened social fabric and loss of livelihoods. The failing economy, political tensions and continuing popular protests for justice and judicial reforms, and inflationary tendencies are all manifestations of Sudan's ongoing fragility, leaving more vulnerable children, families, and communities further behind. These challenges have been compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic. In April 2023 the situation drastically deteriorated when an intensive armed conflict between two opposing groups erupted and has since engulfed the country causing widespread death, destruction and extensive displacement, most notably in Khartoum, the Kordofans and the Darfurs. In 2022 UNICEF and WFP, with the support of German Cooperation embarked on a 4 year EUR 200m Joint Programme (JP) for social cohesion and resilience. Implemented in North, South and Central Darfur, the programme aimed to provide immediate support to strengthen the functionality of local authority institutions and improve community participation in activities promoting self-reliance, resilience, and social cohesion in targeted localities. As set out in the programme document, the JP 'entailed an integrated approach to disaster preparedness, development of sustainable livelihood opportunities, access to basic social services and social protection. provision. Its design will align with priorities of the spirit and letter of the Juba Agreement for durable solutions in development, strengthening horizontal and vertical social cohesion, peaceful resolution of local conflict and contribute to the establishment of a conducive environment for lasting peaceful coexistence. The programme will contribute to strengthening the adaptive and transformative capacities of individuals and communities, and the institutions and systems that provide services to them' (JP programme document, December 2021). The following key results were envisioned to be achieved: - Communities will have enhanced food systems, resilient livelihoods and increased equitable access to and utilisation of quality basic social services and protection. - Systems and institutions at locality and community levels will be strengthened resulting in enhanced governance, accountability, efficiency, inclusiveness, and protection of rights across all groups in target locations. - Promoting peace and collaboration through a culture of inclusive social dialogue, ownership and engagement in community processes and outcomes to foster trust and interdependence across community groups. - Programme approach and implementation is informed by participatory methods of evidence generation and monitoring, supporting advocacy, policy and practice in Sudan and the broader region. Since the outbreak of the most recent hostilities in April 2023, the JP has been adapted to the context and has continued to be implemented in partnership with WFP. This post will have a pivotal role to ensure synergies between delivering on the JP results with implementing UNICEF's humanitarian response plan. UNICEF Joint Programme (JP) manager for the multi-year (2022-206) JP that is funded by the Government of Germany is required to provide strategic guidance and management support to its successful implementation. To support efficient and effective coordination, UNICEF and WFP has an established Project Management Unit. The programme manager will seat in the PMU. Summary of key functions/accountabilities: - Coordination with WFP: Lead overall day to day JP coordination with WFP including facilitation of JP PMU (in coordination with West Area CFO and senior management team) - Programme management and implementation: Overall management and coordination (for UNICEF) of all aspects of the programme toward the agreed results; support and facilitate the coordination of, UNICEF State level teams; oversee grant management and financial management, - Monitoring and reporting: Support PME team in Darfur-wide baseline development, monitoring, Pull together and finalise donor reports and other documentation related to the implementation of the programme - Human Resources: Support CFOs in timely and effective management of staff including recruitment processes as required - Partnerships: Support CFO's in the oversight of partnership development, amendments and overall PD management - Representation: Represent UNICEF in the JP PMU as well as with key Darfur-wide networks and initiatives including government and UN related - Communications, visibility and donor relations: Lead and support JP visibility, communication as well as donor visits - Evidence generation and learning: Beyond the JP results framework alone, contribute to strengthen capacity and learning for UNICEF in programming for social cohesion, resilience and the triple nexus. Impact results: - The quality of work by the Programme Manager directly impacts on the overall reputation of UNICEF. S/He follows established procedures but is expected to make recommendations on strategies for improving practice. The Manager is accountable for quality, substantive input and ability to help UNICEF deliver on its commitments, most importantly to the vulnerable children and communities it serves. Skills: - Results-based-management - Current knowledge of development issues, strategies, as well as programming policies and procedures in international development cooperation. - Demonstrated ability to manage large multi-sector programmes. - Demonstrated ability to lead diverse and multi-cultural teams - Skill in the training and capacity building. - Demonstrated ability in donor reporting - Excellent communications skills, verbal and written. - Ability to conduct sound policy analysis. - Ability to multi-task and deliver against workplan and deadlines - Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization. - Ability to work proactively and with minimal supervision, following instructions, procedures and policies, and keeps to schedules delivering work on time. - Excellent time management skills to deal with conflicting and urgent priorities. - Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently as a team, coping with pressure and setbacks, as well as responding and adapting to change. - Ability to work proactively and with minimal supervision, following instructions, procedures and policies, and keeps to schedules delivering work on time. - Excellent time management skills to deal with conflicting and urgent priorities. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have... Minimum requirements: Education: An advanced university degree is required in one of the following fields: peace-building, international relations, political science, international development, or another relevant technical field. Experience: A minimum of eight years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: programme management, peace-building, community empowerment. Previous experience and / or deep understanding about programming in a context similar to that of UNICEF Sudan programming environment, in particular Darfur, is an asset. Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: [UNICEF Values](https://www.unicef.org/careers/get-prepared#Values) The UNICEF competencies required for this post are... Core Competencies: - Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1) - Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2) - Works Collaboratively with others (2) - Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2) - Innovates and Embraces Change (2) - Thinks and Acts Strategically (2) - Drive to achieve impactful results (2) - Manages ambiguity and complexity (2) Familiarize yourself with [our competency framework](https://www.unicef.org/careers/media/1041/file/UNICEF's_Competency_Framework.pdf) and its different levels. If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here. [Programme Manager P-4 West.pdf](https://secure.dc7.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt_Y4iFM_hcRcRudaSJH1K8QJG_MIxMUqIIzukkn0abCnukNsdNkI6lG2aiyTQJPOnqvXt7IgXRmt3azC8Xu_l33jmEgVcUK04PT0FhmPClqZ3efqfHHBa4ugsNzsw7svGrBnAuUZFgOaD9LWaalrekg~~) UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of measures to include a more diverse workforce, such as paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled. Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply. Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found [Here](https://www.unicef.org/careers/unicef-job-categories) ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. 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Background: UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. The Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) is a multi-partner trust fund which supports women led and women's rights organizations working to build peace and provide humanitarian response throughout the world. Since the end of 2016, the WPHF has been supporting over 1046 civil society organizations and is present in 43 countries or group of countries. UN Women hosts the Secretariat of the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund. The WPHF Secretariat provides support to the Funding Board, mobilize resources from Governments, companies, foundations and individual, provides day to day support to Country Offices implementing WPHF programmes, ensures timely and quality monitoring and reporting. In 2022, the WPHF Funding Board established a new window for the protection and advocacy of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs), as well as a the WHRDs Window Unit to be hosted by the WPHF Secretariat. The WHRDs window provides two types of support: (i) safety net grants to cover for protection and livelihood expenses of WHRDs at risks from crisis and conflict settings (implemented together with INGOs partners) ; and (ii) direct logistical support for their participation in events and decision-making processes (implemented directly by the WHRDs window unit). It has supported over 300 WHRDs and more than 700 dependents through both protection and advocacy support. Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Head of the Secretariat of the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund – Peace and Security and resilience team - the Programme Coordinator of the WPHF WHRDs window will coordinate the activities of the WHRD window, manage its funding streams, lead on partnerships, coordination and reporting. Under the supervision of the Deputy Head of the WPHF Secretariat, the Programme Coordinator is responsible for managing the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the WHRDs window, including its partnerships with INGOs and other UN Agencies. The Programme Coordinator will oversee and guide the WHRDs window unit consultants and staff and budget of the window, build partnerships and provide support in developing resource mobilization strategies, and manage knowledge building efforts. Key Functions and Accountabilities: 1 Manage and oversee the WPHF's WHRDs unit and implementation of the Funding Window - Coordinate the overall Window's work plan development and implementation according to approved Project document of the WHRDs Unit. - Ensure coordination with relevant stakeholders in the direct logistical support review process, including with UN Women and WPHF Operations colleagues. - Lead on coordination and management of partnerships with INGOs partners of the Safety Net, including onboarding of new INGO partnerships for the Safety Net. - Support the implementation of key recommendations related to the WHRDs window, including any emerging from the WPHF Evaluations and workshops/consultations with partners including the window's INGO partners. - Oversee and provide advice to the Unit team on the evaluation of requests received under both the safety net and direct logistical support for advocacy. - Manage and coordinate risk assessments with relevant partners. - Review the preparation of all relevant documentation to be submitted to the Advocacy committee and WPHF Funding Board for funding approval. - Participate in the post-advocacy support meetings with WHRDs. - Update and monitor the window risk matrix. - Ensure all relevant documents are filed in the Fund's shared drive. 2 Manage the monitoring and reporting of the WHRDs window - Manage the monitoring of mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators. - Conduct meetings and review quarterly reporting of INGOs partners. - Review and provide feedback to INGOs annual reports in close collaboration with the WPHF M&E team. - Consolidate the window unit annual reports in close collaboration with the WPHF M&E team. - Provide updates to the WPHF Funding Board (quarterly meeting) on progress of the window. - Document challenges and best practices of support through the window. - Facilitate process for audits and monitor implementation of audit recommendations. 3 Oversee and guide people and budget management for the WHRDs window - Manage the overall budget of the unit and that of its INGO partners. - Prepare cost extensions and no cost extensions accordingly. - Approve invoices in Quantum as relevant. - Leads a team of three people, a P2 staff, P1 staff, and one consultant, and perform staff performance reviews and capacity development of staff members. 4 Build partnerships and provide support in developing resource mobilization strategies - Manage and strengthen partnerships with OHCHR and NGO Working Group on WPS. - Provide strategic advice to strengthen the window, raise awareness and visibility, including by finding entry points for the window and building connections with the Security Council and Human Rights Council. - Contribute to the exchange of information and knowledge products internally and externally of the programme. - Provide support on resource mobilization for the WHRDs window to the Deputy Head of the Secretariat as requested, including identification of opportunities for resource mobilization and possible areas of cooperation. - Strengthen partnerships with civil society, UN agencies and foundations working on Human Rights. 5 Manage knowledge building efforts - Manage the process of identifying and synthesizing of best practices and lessons learned that are directly linked to the implementation of the programme and contribute to their global dissemination. - Provide inputs to WPHF L-Hub capacity building sessions linked to the window. - Ensure documentation of the Window implementation process and identify good practices and lessons learned. 6 The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: The Programme Coordinator for the WPHF WHRD Window leads a team of three people, a P2 staff, P1 staff, and one consultant, and perform staff performance reviews and capacity development of staff members. Competencies : Core Values: - Integrity; - Professionalism; - Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies: - Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; - Accountability; - Creative Problem Solving; - Effective Communication; - Inclusive Collaboration; - Stakeholder Engagement; - Leading by Example. Please visit [this link](https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf) for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies: - Strong programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills - Ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them - Ability to synthesize programme performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-making - Strong analytical skills - Strong knowledge of Results Based Management - Good knowledge of UN programme management systems Recruitment Qualifications: Education and certification: - Master's degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, Political Science, Development, Public Administration, Gender is required. - A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. - A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage. Experience: - At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in programme management, including programme design, programme coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building. - Experience in working in women peace and security or gender and human rights area is required. - Experience in setting priorities, budgets, work plans, participating in programme development and programme writing is desirable. - Experience in the protection or support to WHRDs is desirable. - Experience in leading teams effectively is desirable. Language Requirements: - Fluency in English is required. - Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Statements : In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion: At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process. ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. 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