Coordination Officer, Programme Management,
Kabul, Afghanistan
UNAMA - United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan
Closing Date: 19-April-2017
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| Posting Title: | COORDINATION OFFICER, PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT, P3 |
| Job Code Title: | COORDINATOR, PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT |
| Department/Office: | United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan |
| Duty Station: | KABUL |
| Posting Period: | 05 April 2017 - 19 April 2017 |
| Job Opening Number: | 17-Programme Management-UNAMA-77386-F-Kabul (M) |
Responsibilities
Within the limits of the delegated authority the Coordination Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
•Support efforts to promote a coherent approach to development issues, including communication strategies, by the United Nations Country Team (UNCT), seeking to ensure synergies that are aligned with Host Government’s national plans and priorities, including strategies for advocacy and engagement with national stakeholders;
•Supports and engages in the development, planning, implementation and monitoring of the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF); identifies key issues including challenges that require immediate support and advice;
•Prepare and document Working Group meetings, including the coordination and preparation of agendas for the meetings. Prepare records and conclusions of the meetings and keep senior management abreast of discussions and issues raised;
•Act as a focal point for UN joint programming initiatives; establish close working relationships with UNAMA Units; liaises with all UN agencies, relevant departments of the Government, international donor community and civil society; facilitates coordination meetings and relevant forums that would enhance coordination and resources mobilization and utilizations;
•Assist in the identification of potential areas or issues for common UN approaches and in the development of proposals/actions for enhancing inter-agency cooperation and coordination;
•Monitors, analyses and reports on trends on human and socio-economic rights situation, external aid and public financial management, and in the UN's evolving programmatic strategies;
•Provide substantive and practical support to the Senior Coordination Officer in implementing the RCO and UNCT workplans and to ensure appropriate follow ups with relevant UNCT members;
•Facilitate the flow of information between UN global systems (e.g. UN HQs), the RC/HC and the UNCT in Afghanistan, ensuring that all relevant parties are kept informed of activities, initiatives and requests and facilitating any necessary follow up action. Ensure that non-resident agencies are kept informed of UN activities in Afghanistan;
•Performs other assigned duties as required.
Competencies•Support efforts to promote a coherent approach to development issues, including communication strategies, by the United Nations Country Team (UNCT), seeking to ensure synergies that are aligned with Host Government’s national plans and priorities, including strategies for advocacy and engagement with national stakeholders;
•Supports and engages in the development, planning, implementation and monitoring of the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF); identifies key issues including challenges that require immediate support and advice;
•Prepare and document Working Group meetings, including the coordination and preparation of agendas for the meetings. Prepare records and conclusions of the meetings and keep senior management abreast of discussions and issues raised;
•Act as a focal point for UN joint programming initiatives; establish close working relationships with UNAMA Units; liaises with all UN agencies, relevant departments of the Government, international donor community and civil society; facilitates coordination meetings and relevant forums that would enhance coordination and resources mobilization and utilizations;
•Assist in the identification of potential areas or issues for common UN approaches and in the development of proposals/actions for enhancing inter-agency cooperation and coordination;
•Monitors, analyses and reports on trends on human and socio-economic rights situation, external aid and public financial management, and in the UN's evolving programmatic strategies;
•Provide substantive and practical support to the Senior Coordination Officer in implementing the RCO and UNCT workplans and to ensure appropriate follow ups with relevant UNCT members;
•Facilitate the flow of information between UN global systems (e.g. UN HQs), the RC/HC and the UNCT in Afghanistan, ensuring that all relevant parties are kept informed of activities, initiatives and requests and facilitating any necessary follow up action. Ensure that non-resident agencies are kept informed of UN activities in Afghanistan;
•Performs other assigned duties as required.
Integrity: Demonstrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviours; acts without consideration of personal gain; resists undue political pressure in decision-making; does not abuse power or authority; stands by decisions that are in the Organization’s interest, even if they are unpopular; takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour.
Professionalism: Good knowledge of United Nations peacekeeping and familiarity with the UN Agencies, Funds, and Programmes, including how peacekeeping operations and UN Country Teams collaborate. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage challenging multi-stakeholder processes. Ability to work with tact and diplomacy, primarily as an enabler of constructive actors and processes. 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.
Respect for Diversity: Works effectively with people from all backgrounds; treats all people with dignity and respect; treats men and women equally; shows respect for and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making; examines own biases and behaviours to avoid stereotypical responses; does not discriminate against any individual or group.
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.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
EducationProfessionalism: Good knowledge of United Nations peacekeeping and familiarity with the UN Agencies, Funds, and Programmes, including how peacekeeping operations and UN Country Teams collaborate. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage challenging multi-stakeholder processes. Ability to work with tact and diplomacy, primarily as an enabler of constructive actors and processes. 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.
Respect for Diversity: Works effectively with people from all backgrounds; treats all people with dignity and respect; treats men and women equally; shows respect for and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making; examines own biases and behaviours to avoid stereotypical responses; does not discriminate against any individual or group.
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.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in social sciences, political science, law, international relations, development studies, or a related field. A first -level University degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in coordinating development activities, particularly UNDAF, in post-conflict countries and/or in international organizations or peacekeeping operations is required. Experience managing or facilitating multi-stakeholder processes at the national level in a peace consolidation setting is required. Experience working in Afghanistan is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Dari and/or Pashto is desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an informal interview.
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