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RFP-JTAP-052 خبير مختصّ في مجال تطوير أدلة معايير ومؤشرات أداء الطلبة
Creative Associates InternationalJordan -
Background Le contexte humanitaire au Tchad est caractérisé par les conséquences de la crise du sahel qui affecte de millions de personnes vulnérables, ainsi qu’à des problématiques humanitaires persistantes liées à l’insécurité croissante sur certaines parties du territoire et dans les pays voisins à l’Est et au Sud, ainsi qu’aux défis socioéconomiques, sanitaires et climatiques, dans un contexte de transition politique. L’exposition aux effets du changement climatique, l’ampleur des violences perpétrées par des groupes armés dans la région du bassin du Lac Tchad, la fragilité de la situation sécuritaire dans les pays limitrophes et les conflits intercommunautaires dans un contexte de sous-développement, pérennisent la situation humanitaire au Tchad. Le pays a par ailleurs connu également ces dernières années, des inondations, des épidémies et la situation alimentaire et nutritionnelle reste critique. Près de 5,3 millions de personnes (51% de femmes) souffrent d’insécurité alimentaire dont 1,8 million en insécurité alimentaire sévère, selon la situation projetée du cadre harmonisé de mars 2023. Plus d’un million de personnes sont en situation de déplacement parmi lesquelles 588 000 réfugiés, 381 289 déplacés internes, 119 121 retournés tchadiens venus des pays limitrophes et 22 112 retournés anciens déplacés. A ces personnes s’ajoutent plus de 1,4 million de personnes qui ont été affectées par les inondations de 2022. Vue la nature de la situation humanitaire et la nécessité de soutenir la recherche des solutions durables, la réponse humanitaire s’inscrit dans une dynamique de l’opérationnalisation du nexus Humanitaire – Développement – Paix. Pour renforcer l’analyse de protection et d’accès humanitaire au sein de l’unité de Réponse et Financement humanitaire et Coordination de terrain, le bureau OCHA Tchad a ouvert des postes de Chargé National des Affaires Humanitaires au sous bureau OCHA d’Abéché, de BagaSola, d’Adré de grade NOB/ICS9. Position Purpose Connaissance d’un éventail d’assistance humanitaire, de secours d’urgence et des questions humanitaires connexes, y compris les approches et les techniques permettant d’aborder les problèmes. Capacité d’analyse et, en particulier, capacité d’analyser et d’articuler la dimension humanitaire des questions qui nécessitent une réponse coordonnée des Nations unies. Capacité à identifier les problèmes et de faire preuve de jugement dans l’application de l’expertise technique pour résoudre un large éventail de problèmes. Duties and Responsibilities Sous la supervision directe du Chef du Sous bureau, le/la titulaire aura principalement la charge de : Assister le Chef du sous-bureau dans l’analyse de la situation humanitaire et sécuritaire, ainsi que dans la coordination des activités de plaidoyer et de réponse aux besoins humanitaires des populations affectés par les conflits Suivre, analyser et faire des rapports sur la réponse et l’évolution de la situation humanitaire, les programmes de secours et de gestion des catastrophes ou les situations d’urgence ; Participer à la collecter des informations nécessaires à l’élaboration des rapports (publics et/ou internes) et autres produits OCHA (IWR, Profil humanitaire, Snapshot, Sitrep, listes de contacts, calendrier de réunions, etc) ; Participer à des projets complexes et de grande envergure, y compris des missions d’évaluation, la communication avec les leaders communautaires sur l’accès ; Participer dans le système de la coordination humanitaire, veiller à l’implémentation des plans d’action des groupes de travail existant ; Aider les homologues des gouvernements nationaux à renforcer leur capacité à gérer les situations d’urgence, l’accès humanitaire et l’acceptance communautaire ; Elaborer des indicateurs spécifiques du pays en collaboration avec des experts locaux et assurer le suivi de ces indicateurs ; Recommander des actions basées sur l’analyse des informations pertinentes ; Servir de point focal principal pour les questions liées aux thématiques humanitaires, notamment en ce qui concerne la sauvegarde des principes humanitaires, l’accès humanitaire et la fourniture efficace de l’aide humanitaire ; Aider ou diriger, le cas échéant, à la préparation de rapports d’études, de documents de référence, de directives politiques, de correspondance, de présentations, etc. ; Travailler en partenariat avec d’autres agences humanitaires pour planifier et évaluer des programmes complexes d’aide humanitaire et d’urgence ; Organiser, planifier et participer aux missions d’évaluation multisectorielle, interagence, intersectorielle voire des mission exclusives OCHA pour la mise à jour de la situation dans les zones d’intérêt dans la zone de couverture ; Effectuer d’autres tâches selon les besoins Impact Les principaux résultats attendus entraîneront les répercussions sur l’efficacité générale du bureau OCHA Tchad, y compris sur l’amélioration des résultats et des services offerts aux clients. Une vision à long terme de la situation humanitaire au Tchad, et assurer le partage des connaissances et la collecte d’informations ; Les grandes tendances sur la situation humanitaire et de développement dans la zone couverte par le sous bureau sont connues à temps et reçoivent un suivi approprié du sous bureau Un lien existe à travers le partage d’informations entre différents cadres de coordination Les principaux outils et documents d’analyse et d’information sont à jour. Une meilleure communication existe et est facilitée entre OCHA, ses partenaires et les autorités du milieu. Competencies Core Comptencies Atteindre les résultats: LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work Penser de façon innovante: LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking Apprendre continuellement: LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning S’adapter avec Agilité: LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process Agir avec détermination: LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously S’engager et s’associer: LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships Activer la diversité et l’inclusion: LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making Cross-Functional & Technical competencies Droit – Plaidoyer et présentation juridiques: La capacité d’articuler et de présenter une analyse juridique oralement, à la fois dans un format persuasif et objectif et pour une variété de publics différents (par exemple, les gouvernements, les tribunaux administratifs, les arbitres, la direction, les donateurs et d’autres partenaires). Cette compétence nécessite une capacité à identifier les lignes d’argumentation, à anticiper les contre-arguments, à interagir de manière dynamique et engageante sur les questions juridiques, ainsi que la capacité de penser sur ses pieds et de manière stratégique, de manière orientée vers les solutions, face à de nouveaux faits ou des questions dans le contexte d’une discussion ou d’une présentation. Droit – Recherche juridique: La capacité d’identifier et de récupérer des informations pour soutenir les positions juridiques et la prise de décision de l’entreprise à partir de toutes les sources pertinentes. Dans le contexte du PNUD, cette compétence comprend, entre autres, la recherche proactive d’informations en prévision des différents angles que peut présenter une question donnée. Droit – Négociation: La capacité de diriger les efforts pour travailler avec les autres pour conclure ou régler une affaire. Ce sont souvent des compétences générales et incluent des capacités telles que la communication, la persuasion, la planification, l’élaboration de stratégies et la coopération. Dans le contexte du PNUD, cette compétence implique de travailler en étroite collaboration avec le client pour comprendre les paramètres d’une solution acceptable, d’aider les unités commerciales à résoudre les différends commerciaux et de travailler avec les membres du personnel ou leurs représentants légaux pour résoudre un grief, une réclamation ou un problème. La négociation implique souvent de travailler avec des collègues d’opinions différentes pour arriver à une solution d’entreprise acceptable. Droit – Gérer la relation client: La capacité d’interagir avec différents niveaux de gestion et entre différentes agences et bureaux pour obtenir des informations, développer des approches juridiques et résoudre des problèmes, cette compétence comprend la liaison avec les homologues et la détermination de la meilleure séquence dans laquelle traiter un problème, où l’information, en particulier pour le PNUD, peut être réparti entre différentes agences indépendantes des Nations Unies. Droit Juridique – Compétences en rédaction juridique: La capacité d’analyser les modèles de faits et de présenter une argumentation sous forme écrite. Cela inclut la capacité de rédiger des mémorandums, des mémoires juridiques et d’autres soumissions à des parties externes, à la fois dans un format de plaidoyer et objectif, et des avis juridiques. Cela inclut également la capacité de transmettre des analyses juridiques et des recommandations aux parties internes sous forme écrite, avec une vue particulière vers la communication pour le public particulier qui peut ne pas être un avocat ou avoir une formation juridique. Gestion d’Entreprise – Communication: Aptitude à communiquer de manière claire, concise et sans ambiguïté à la fois par communication écrite et verbale ; adapter les messages et choisir des méthodes communication selon le public. Capacité à gérer les communications internes et externes, via les médias, les réseaux sociaux médias et autres canaux appropriés. Bonne aptitude analytique. Bonne aptitude à la communication orale et à la rédaction Gestion d’Entreprise – Planification et organisation: Élabore des objectifs clairs qui sont conformes aux stratégies convenues ; détermine les activités et les affectations prioritaires ; ajuste les priorités au besoin ; alloue le temps et les ressources nécessaires à l’accomplissement du travail ; prévoit les risques et les imprévus lors de la planification. Surveiller et ajuste les plans et les actions si nécessaire. Utiliser le temps de manière efficace. Démontrer une capacité de travail efficace dans un environnement difficile. Démontrer la capacité de travailler avec un minimum de supervision dans un milieu multiculturel. Esprit d’initiative. Required Skills and Experience Education: Avoir un diplôme universitaire de second cycle (Master ou équivalent) dans le domaine de la communication, sciences sociales, science de gestion, sciences politiques et/ou action humanitaire, en linguistique ; ou Disposer d’une (Licence ou équivalent) dans les domaines précités Experience: Avoir deux (2) années d’expérience professionnelle (avec un Master ou équivalent), quatre (4) années d’expérience avec (une Licence ou équivalent) dans la gestion de projet et de l’aide humanitaire ou la coopération au développement est requis Prouver une bonne connaissance du contexte humanitaire du pays est un atout Bonne connaissance des politiques liées à la sauvegarde des principes humanitaires est un atout Expérience dans la coordination des activités de terrain et gestion des opérations humanitaire, est un atout Expérience professionnelle dans le domaine humanitaire au sein d’une agence des Nations Unies ou ONG internationale est un atout Connaissance des logiciels Word, Excel, PowerPoint est requis ; Langues: La maîtrise de français (à l’oral et à l’écrit) est requise Connaissance de l’anglais, écrit et parlé est un atout 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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UNDP - United Nations Development ProgrammeAbéché, Adré -
1. Position Information Office/Unit/Project UNDP Turkey CO Inclusive and Sustainable Growth (ISG-PPI) Portfolio Supporting Textile, Leather, and Footwear Industries in Distressed Earthquake Provinces (STRIDE) and Villages of Tomorrow (VoT) Title Project Assistant (Provincial) Level NPSA 4 Duty station (City and Country) Hatay, Türkiye Type (Regular or Short term) Regular Office- or Home-based Home-Based Expected starting date 01.09. 2024 Expected Duration Until 31.07.2025 (with possible extension) Position Number 213852 2. Office/Unit/Project Description UNDP Türkiye aims to find practical solutions to Türkiye’s development challenges and manages projects together with the Turkish Government and other partners to address them. Since 1986 it has implemented over 80 programs across the country. In addition, the UNDP has played a major role in response to crises and disasters in Turkey and the surrounding region. UNDP Türkiye has positioned to contribute through three core areas: 1) Inclusive and Democratic Governance (IDG); 2) Inclusive and Sustainable Growth (ISG); and 3) Climate Change and Environment (CCE); and in addition to these core areas, UNDP Türkiye is emphasizing the role of Strategic Partnerships that cut across the entire country program as well as regionally and globally. The ISG Portfolio is geared towards addressing structural economic problems, such as productivity, innovation, the middle-income trap, multi-dimensional poverty, energy security and regional disparities, as well as challenges with social, environmental and economic repercussions, such as urbanization. Within the scope of Public Policies and Inequalities (PPI) Cluster of the ISG Portfolio, UNDP aims to improve sustainable economic growth, contributing productive, competitive and resilient economy, advocating for stronger participation of women and youth in the economy as well as supporting green growth and digitalization. For these purposes, UNDP Türkiye develops partnerships with the public and private sectors and the civil society. The earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş and Hatay on the 6th of February displaced an estimated 3.3 million people, with 2 million relocating to other provinces. According to TERRA, earthquakes destroyed 220,000 businesses (ILO), leading to a 33% decline in formal employment across the region, affecting 614,000 individuals. Earthquakes also damaged the industry sector severely. Before Hatay province alone accounted for 35% of footwear production in Türkiye. The Small Industrial Zone (SIZ) in Hatay housed 460-470 footwear producers, ranging from micro to medium-scale businesses. However, the SIZ suffered severe damage, leaving it inoperable for the time being and causing substantial losses of materials and equipment. Nevertheless, despite the combined efforts of the Turkish Government and the international community, Hatay is far from fully recovering due to the large scale and severity of the disaster. “Economic life remains severely disrupted, with employment plunging by over half in the worst-affected provinces.” Leather industries as leading manufacturing sectors in the region face a significantly reduced production capacity and labor supply. In the medium to long term, they may risk losing their supply contracts if they fail to find means to remedy the labor shortage. While loss or severe damage of equipment, material and structures abruptly disrupted production, disaster-related trauma and lack of proper living conditions including housing and social and public services remain leading causes for labor force gaps. Overall, the footwear sectors in the area are at risk of losing their supply chain and export capacity due to a fall in production capacity. The project, Supporting Textile, Leather, and Footwear Industries in Distressed Earthquake Provinces (STRIDE) aims to support the recovery and resilience of businesses and individuals in the leather/footwear sectors affected by earthquakes in Antakya/Hatay through the establishment of common-use facilities, and provision of sophisticated equipment. The project seeks to enhance production capacity and product quality for small businesses. Additionally, it aims to strengthen the business capacities of SMEs by providing business development support, including skill development training and networking opportunities. The project also focuses on empowering employment by offering technical vocational training and job matchmaking services, particularly targeting vulnerable populations like NEET youth and women. Finally, it aims to enhance resilience through mental health support services, including counseling and awareness-raising initiatives. By addressing both infrastructure and socio-economic needs, the project aims to contribute to the long-term recovery and sustainability of the earthquake-affected regions. There is a partnership whereby UNDP will be able to leverage its experience and field presence in the region; the DOĞAKA will quickly mobilize its resources for efficient implementation and bring in its regional knowledge; İHKİB Education Foundation will mobilize their sub-structures and member companies to provide technical skills building, job matchmaking, and business development support to footwear/leather sectors in Hatay. Also, the Disaster Mental Health Studies Association (TARDE) under Bilgi University will ensure the operationalization of the Occupational Mental Health Center in Reyhanlı. The other project, named Villages of Tomorrow, was designed as a sustainable response to the challenges which rural settlements face and affects the urban settlements. Global challenges such as migration from the rural regions to urban areas, increasing median age in the countryside, increasing costs, and decreasing factor productivity, problems in food value chains were at the core of the response. On the other hand, opportunities including digital tools as enablers of productivity and high life quality as well as tendencies to work and live in the rural following the global Covid-19 crisis were considered. Türkiye is among the countries where quality of living and economic opportunities needs to be supported. As defined in the national policy documents, regional plans as well as local agendas, rural areas are given specific importance. UNDP and Trendyol united their experience and strengths to design a rural development project while using digital tools as the main enablers. Variety and quality of local agricultural and handicraft products of Türkiye possesses a significant potential as high-value added, sustainable and environment-friendly assets, which could be used more as a livelihood input and a preserved cultural heritage. In accordance with the experience and priorities of Trendyol and UNDP’s commitment to 2030 agenda, the project has been positioned to use these assets as tools for development. Based on the 18-month initiation phase, the Villages of Tomorrow will ensure establishment of pilot villages where digital technologies are adopted both in economic and social life. The project also aims to establish a self-sustaining network of similar villages and position these villages as best practices. 3. Scope of Work The overall duty of the Project Assistant (Provincial) shall be mainly responsible for the coordination and monitoring of the projects activities. He/she will provide the project team with sufficient coordination/implementation and administrative support. In addition to their daily routine, the Project Assistant (Provincial) will also fulfil the tasks to be assigned by the UNDP Project Manager. The UNDP Project Assistant will have the following responsibilities: Under the Supporting Textile, Leather, and Footwear Industries in Distressed Earthquake Provinces (STRIDE) project and the Villages of Tomorrow Project Support the project team to ensure effective project planning and implementation. Assist in compiling and summarizing information and data for the formulation of project work plans. In consultation with project team, draft annual/quarterly budgets, proposals on implementation arrangements, and on other specific project related topics or issues. Support project implementation in accordance with the project documents, annual work plans and other agreements between UNDP and responsible partners. Review project documents for completeness and compliance with relevant rules and procedures and identify inconsistencies for referral to supervisor. Compile, summarize and present basic information/data on a specific project and related topics or issues; Contribute to and support data collection for gender analysis and gender mainstreaming at the project level. Provide administrative and logistical support to ensure successful project delivery that includes organization/coordination of project events, procurement and finance-related activities, contract management, recruitment, and coordination of field visits and project-related missions. Support partnerships and resource mobilization. Establish and maintain contacts and cooperation with the relevant UN Agencies, government institutions, and other partners and relevant stakeholders. Provide support in updating database of the relevant public and development partners, and other stakeholders who are counterparts for the project. Support regular communication with partners, project counterparts, stakeholders, and beneficiaries. Support dissemination of high-quality information and visibility of the project activities among the stakeholders. Assist project team in identifying and gathering information on opportunities for resource mobilization. Provide support to the effective monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on progress of project implementation. Support implementation of the project monitoring system in alignment with its Monitoring and Evaluation framework to facilitate effective information sharing on project status and achievement of targets. Collect, analyze and present information for monitoring and evaluation of project implementation against project targets as well as for audit purposes. Assist team in the design and conduct of internal evaluations and surveys. Identify gaps in implementation and provide support in bridging those gaps in consultation with supervisor and partners. Support the organization of progress meetings, field, and study visits to monitor project implementation and support organization of workshops, roundtables, and conferences within the project. Assist in implementation of effective risk management for the project with a well-documented risk mitigation plan in place. Support monitoring of previously identified and emerging risks. Update the status of risks in relevant project risk logs and/or databases. Monitor project budget, financial resources, and accounting for effective and transparent use of available resources and to ensure accuracy and reliability of data/information used in financial reports. Support the preparation of weekly, quarterly, annual, and other requested project reports in line with monitoring and reporting guidelines and donor requirements. Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing relevant to the assigned project. Participate in training on internal procedures for the project staff and provide support to the organization of training and other capacity building activities as needed. Make sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice. Maintain organized records of project data, field activities, case studies, human-interest stories, photographs, and other relevant documents that can be drawn upon in support of knowledge sharing and advocacy. Supporting to coordinate the operations and activities in the common use shoe-upper production facility established under the project and the Occupational Mental Health Center, Supporting to ensure local coordination of other projects carried out in Hatay by UNDP, Supporting to coordinate the operations and activities in the Batıayaz Digital Center established under the project, The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. 4. Institutional Arrangement UNDP Project Assistant will be directly responsible to, reporting to, seeking approval/acceptance of output from the UNDP Project Manager. 5. Competencies Core Competencies Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination Cross-Functional & Technical competencies (insert up to 7 competencies) Thematic Area Name Definition Business Management Working with Evidence and Data Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions, and supporting decision-making Business Management Digital Awareness and Literacy Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skillfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed Business Management Customer Satisfaction/Client Management Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers’ needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients’ immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns. Business Management Communication Ability to 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. Business Management Monitoring Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy between planned and actual activities and programme performance and results. Technical – Finance Budget management Ability to support budgetary aspects of work planning process, drawing and management of team budgets Administration & Operations Event Management Support projects with event management including venue identification, accommodation, logistics, catering, transportation, and cash disbursements, etc. 6. Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA Min. Academic Education Completion of High school/secondary school is required. University Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement Min. years of relevant Work experience Minimum of 4 years (with high school diploma) or 1 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible administrative or project experience is required Required skills 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., Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section A minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible professional experience in administrative support and in providing assistance for project implementation and management, preferably in a civil service, NGO, or international organization environment, is preferred, Asset First level university degree in sociology, business administration, economics, international relations, law, engineering or related field will be a strong recommendation, but not a requirement, Asset: Experience in fully working on at least 1 project in collaboration with international institutions/organizations, Required Language(s) Proficiency in Turkish and English is required, Professional Certificates N/A
UNDP - United Nations Development ProgrammeRemote, Hatay -
Background Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories. 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. Present in 166 countries and territories, UNDP supports governments in developing strong policies, institutions and partnerships to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Drawing on UNDP’s country presence and in close collaboration with UNDP’s Global Policy Network and the Development Coordination Office (DCO) in the UN Secretariat, the Effective Development Cooperation Team, located in the Bureau for External Relations and Advocacy (BERA), provides policy and technical support to partner countries and UN Country Teams on development effectiveness, and supports the work of the Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation. Established through the Busan Partnership Agreement in 2011, the Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation (Global Partnership or GPEDC) is a multi-stakeholder initiative for driving development effectiveness, to “maximize the effectiveness of all forms of co-operation for development for the shared benefits of people, planet, prosperity and peace.” It brings together governments, bilateral and multilateral organizations, civil society, the private sector and representatives from parliaments and trade unions among others, who are committed to strengthening the effectiveness of their partnerships for development. The 2023-2026 Global Partnership Work Programme aims to strengthen the effectiveness of development cooperation to accelerate the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and ensure that no one is left behind. The Work Programme outlines three strategic priorities; generating evidence through the GPEDC monitoring exercise; driving informed policy dialogue and action through country dialogues and strategic partnerships; and, fostering political awareness behaviour change and update through targeted outreach and advocacy. Since its inception, the Global Partnership has benefitted from institutional support from UNDP together with OECD, which together constitute the OECD-UNDP Joint Support Team. Annex 3 of the 2022 Geneva Outcome Document sets out the core functions of the Joint Support Team, which include: a) Management of the GPEDC Monitoring Framework and Process; b) Secretariat services and Advisory Services to Co-Chairs and Steering Committee; and c) Advocacy, Strategic Communications, Learning, and Knowledge Management support. Among other things, the UNDP side of the JST provides country-level guidance to strengthen capacities for more effective development co-operation management, supports and tracks progress toward development effectiveness commitments through the monitoring exercise, provides substantive support to DCO in their role on the GPEDC Steering Committee as the UNDS representative, as well as facilitates knowledge sharing, communications and advocacy support to anchor development effectiveness and the work of the Global Partnership to spur implementation of the 2030 Agenda. Duties and Responsibilities The Programme and Data Analyst will work as an integral part of the OECD/UNDP Joint Support Team (JST) with a focus on providing technical support to the GPEDC monitoring work that tracks progress of development effectiveness principles and commitments. In particular, the Programme and Data Analyst will provide: Coordination support to the roll-out of the GPEDC monitoring exercise: Support Partner Countries to undertake the GPEDC monitoring exercise and provide technical guidance to National Coordinators. Track the progress of partner countries, supporting the management of tracking sheets, following up with government officials and relevant UN Country Office colleagues accordingly. Support in developing and reviewing the questionnaire for, as well as support in analyzing data from, an extra-official monitoring exercise on South-South Cooperation. Support the management of datasets and indicators: Oversee the management and storage of GPEDC monitoring data Develop, manage and update the GPEDC dataset and visualization of GPEDC monitoring results on the GPEDC and/or UNDP websites Provide technical support to the UN development system on the calculation of GPEDC indicators and relevant reporting requirements. Support data analysis of GPEDC monitoring data: Compile, review and process data from the GPEDC monitoring exercise and other relevant sources in line with technical guidance for calculating results Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports (policy briefs and reports reviewing literature, explaining analytical methods and presenting the results) that enable tracking various development trends over time (and in close to real time); Identify, filter, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets; Convert GPEDC data into analysis and insights, in particular to report on UNDS disaggregated results and to find and highlight useful insights from various data disaggregation Create charts, graphs and other visuals that show accurate and relevant stories from GPEDC data Draft and edit substantive material on effective development cooperation and GPEDC monitoring results Institutional Arrangement The Programme and Data Analyst will report to the Policy Specialist, under the overall supervision of the Team Lead, Effective Development Cooperation, and work closely with members of OECD/UNDP Joint Support Team. Competencies Core Competencies Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination Cross-Functional & Technical competencies 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; Management – Communication Ability to 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; Business; Development – Knowledge; Police Facilitation Ability to animate individuals and communities of; contributors to participate and share, particularly; externally; External Relations; & Advocacy – Public Relations Ability to build and maintain an overall positive public; image for the organisation, its mandate and its brand,; while ensuring that individual campaigns and other; communications and advocacy initiatives are supported in; reaching the public; Partnership; management – Multistakeholder; engagement and; funding; Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private; partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working; relations, trust and mutual understanding Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section Experience working in the area of aid effectiveness and/or development cooperation management Commitment to UNDP’s vision, mission, and values. Prior exposure to work of UNDP or other UN organizations is an advantage; Knowledge of and experience supporting development partnerships coordination at country level. Demonstrated enthusiasm and commitment to learning Strong service and team-work orientation; evident cultural sensitivity and ability to work in a fast-paced multi-national environment Required Skills and Experience Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in statistics, economics, public policy, international relations/affairs/ politics, international development studies or related disciplines. Experience: Minimum 2 years of professional experience in international development cooperation. Language Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Competency in other UN language(s), especially French, is a strong asset. Required skills Experience working with quantitative data analysis Experience in producing research and analysis relating to development cooperation and partnerships Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, attention to detail and proven ability to work independently with limited supervision and under tight deadlines Disclaimer Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders) Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment. UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications. Applicant information about UNDP rosters Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Non-discrimination UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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UNDP - United Nations Development ProgrammeRemote, Home Based - May require travel -
Telecommunications Officer
United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the CongoKinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo -
Background Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories. 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. Present in 166 countries and territories, UNDP supports governments in developing strong policies, institutions and partnerships to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Drawing on UNDP’s country presence and in close collaboration with UNDP’s Global Policy Network and the Development Coordination Office (DCO) in the UN Secretariat, the Effective Development Cooperation Team, located in the Bureau for External Relations and Advocacy (BERA), provides policy and technical support to partner countries and UN Country Teams on development effectiveness, and supports the work of the Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation. Established through the Busan Partnership Agreement in 2011, the Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation (Global Partnership or GPEDC) is a multi-stakeholder initiative for driving development effectiveness, to “maximize the effectiveness of all forms of co-operation for development for the shared benefits of people, planet, prosperity and peace.” It brings together governments, bilateral and multilateral organizations, civil society, the private sector and representatives from parliaments and trade unions among others, who are committed to strengthening the effectiveness of their partnerships for development. The 2023-2026 Global Partnership Work Programme aims to strengthen the effectiveness of development cooperation to accelerate the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and ensure that no one is left behind. The Work Programme outlines three strategic priorities; generating evidence through the GPEDC monitoring exercise; driving informed policy dialogue and action through country dialogues and strategic partnerships; and, fostering political awareness behaviour change and update through targeted outreach and advocacy. Since its inception, the Global Partnership has benefitted from institutional support from UNDP together with OECD, which together constitute the OECD-UNDP Joint Support Team. Annex 3 of the 2022 Geneva Outcome Document sets out the core functions of the Joint Support Team, which include: a) Management of the GPEDC Monitoring Framework and Process; b) Secretariat services and Advisory Services to Co-Chairs and Steering Committee; and c) Advocacy, Strategic Communications, Learning, and Knowledge Management support. Among other things, the UNDP side of the JST provides country-level guidance to strengthen capacities for more effective development co-operation management, supports and tracks progress toward development effectiveness commitments through the monitoring exercise, provides substantive support to DCO in their role on the GPEDC Steering Committee as the UNDS representative, as well as facilitates knowledge sharing, communications and advocacy support to anchor development effectiveness and the work of the Global Partnership to spur implementation of the 2030 Agenda Duties and Responsibilities The Partnership and Advocacy Specialist will work as an integral part of the OECD/UNDP Joint Support Team with a focus on building strategic partnerships and executing strategic communications, learning and knowledge management as well as the provision of secretariat and advisory services. Reporting to the Team Lead, and where available with the support of a direct junior report to assist with the below tasks, this role will support in the following areas: Partnership coordination, secretariat and substantive support among relevant UN stakeholders, with partner countries on the GPEDC Steering Committee and other relevant stakeholders beyond the GPEDC Steering Committee Strengthen and manage partnerships to advance the development effectiveness agenda across the UN (UNDP, DCO, DESA, UN Women and beyond), with partner countries both in capital and with NY missions particularly those on the GPEDC Steering Committee, and with other relevant stakeholders Provide substantive support to UNDP senior management, DCO and partner countries in their respective roles on the GPEDC Steering Committee Support project management and reporting activities, including drafting and reviewing grant agreements, donor reporting materials and related materials Knowledge sharing and fostering engagement among partner countries, UNDP COs and UNCTs, and other GPEDC stakeholders and networks on development effectiveness Manage and grow a dynamic knowledge library on a range of development effectiveness issues that is actively updated and shared with relevant stakeholders seeking to improve the quality and impact of development cooperation Draft and disseminate communication and knowledge products on development effectiveness and the work of the GPEDC, including briefs and communication products for relevant global, regional and country-level fora Create and facilitate through a range of online and in-person channels knowledge sharing opportunities among partner countries, UNCTs and other relevant stakeholders Communication and advocacy on development effectiveness and in support of GPEDC’s work Lead the development and regular update to a comprehensive communications and advocacy strategy for the team, as well as execute and implement the activities and work set out in the strategy Track and propose interventions in related inter-governmental forums and support the Partnership’s engagement efforts Provide substantive and logistic support to GPEDC events, including GPEDC Steering Committee meetings, side-event and high-level meetings, and manage GPEDC online platforms, including the GPEDC website and social media channels Institutional Arrangement The Partnership and Advocacy Specialist will report to the Team Lead and work closely with members of UNDP and the UNDP-OECD Joint Support Team on a daily basis. Any equipment or supplies that may be furnished by UNDP to the IPSA Holder for the performance of the IPSA Holder’s obligations under the IPSA remains the property of UNDP, and any such equipment or supplies must be returned to UNDP at the conclusion of the IPSA or before if no longer needed by the IPSA Holder. Such equipment, when returned to UNDP, must be in the same condition as when delivered to the IPSA Holder, subject to normal wear and tear, and the IPSA Holder will be liable to compensate UNDP for any damage or degradation of the equipment that is beyond normal wear and tear. Competencies Desired additional skills and competencies Familiarity with the Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation and its monitoring framework is an asset. Experience drafting substantive material for a range of internal and external audiences, with a focus on development effectiveness an asset Experience achieving demonstrated results in complex environments with multiple reporting lines and sometimes competing interests between stakeholders. Experience coordinating and working productively between headquarter and country levels of an organisation and with an international team, across multiple time zones and languages. Demonstrated knowledge of the dynamics, sensitivities and perspectives that exist across different stakeholder groups within the field of development cooperation. Prior experience in the UN system or exposure to work of UNDP or other UN Organisations is an advantage Experience managing website built on Drupal is preferred. Required Skills and Experience Education: Master’s degree in social policy, public policy, politics, economics, development studies or a related area. Experience: A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a communications or partnership role in international development, with country-level experience and experience working for a multilateral organisation. Language: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Working knowledge of other UN language, especially French is an asset. Working knowledge of other UN language desirable. Required skills and competencies Experience providing support to a global multi-stakeholder initiative. Experience with leading the production of communications strategies and products, preferably for multi-stakeholder initiatives, responding to multiple constituency groups and target audiences. Experience in facilitating a community of practice and a knowledge-sharing platform and in curating, generating, and facilitating knowledge products. Experience leading and managing large-scale Ministerial events. Disclaimer Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders) Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment. UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications. Applicant information about UNDP rosters Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Non-discrimination UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. Scam warning The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
UNDP - United Nations Development ProgrammeRemote, Home Based - May require travel -
Background People on the move continued to suffer across the region. A refugee crisis took place in the Republic of Armenia, with 115,183 refugees reported to have arrived in the country since September 2023, of which 52% are women and girls. The Western Balkans’ fragile peace is under increasing strain, with lingering disputes between Kosovo and Serbia. Serious concerns have followed the proposed and enacted laws in Kyrgyzstan and Georgia, which have targeted non-governmental organizations, labelling them as foreign agents if they receive a significant portion of their funding from abroad. Similarly, in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, there are growing concerns about the introduction of similar regulations that could further restrict the operational space for CSOs. In 2023, several disasters, including floods, mudflows, avalanches, extreme weather, and earthquakes, occurred in the region, affecting over 15.2 million people in Türkiye, and nearly 26,000 people in Kosovo, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. At the same time, the risk of large-scale earthquakes in the Republic of Türkiye remains high due to its geographical location. Additionally, because of the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, Central Asia has become a destination for large numbers of Afghan refugees. In collaboration with local and international partners, UN Women is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable response that addresses the specific challenges faced by women and girls, while also promoting their empowerment and resilience in the face of ongoing crises in the region. UN Women’s humanitarian strategy outlines two approaches; i) supporting the mainstreaming of gender in the coordination, planning, prioritization, financing of humanitarian response in the immediate aftermath of emergencies and humanitarian crises; and ii) contributing to long term recovery and protection of rights of women and girls in emergencies and protracted crises through the nexus approach. Under the overall supervision of the Regional Communications Specialist and the Regional Director and reporting, in close collaboration with the Regional Humanitarian Specialist and the WPS Policy Advisor, the Communications and advocacy strategies in Crisis Consultant will design, coordinate and implement crisis-related communications related to UN Women across the Europe and Central Asia region. The Communications and advocacy strategies in Crisis Consultant will be home-based with travel across the region if required. Duties and Responsibilities Description of Responsibilities /Scope of Work Under the overall supervision of and directly reporting to the Regional Communications Specialist and the Regional Director, the consultant is expected to perform the below tasks: Key Deliverables Ensure the effective coordination and strengthening of communications on crisis related UN Women’s work in Europe and Central Asia region Oversee and provide strategic advice on communications related to crisis produced by UN Women ECARO and field Country Offices as required; Ensure increased visibility of UN Women’s humanitarian mandate in the region; Further develop and implement a communication strategy on crisis related work across the ECA region based on the strategic objectives and role of UN Women in line with the UN Women Global Humanitarian Strategy; Provide constructive and timely advice on communications components to UN Women’s humanitarian programmes and interventions. Develop training materials and implement capacity building initiatives to ensure a consistent understanding and approach to crisis communications among communication focal points across the region. Support the development and dissemination of public advocacy materials for regional and global efforts Provide coordinated assistance to UN Women ECARO and for all publication activities related to crisis related work including close cooperation with, and support for, programme-specific communications staff members; Identify and develop human interest stories and substantive articles contributing to the visibility of UN Women’s crisis related work across the ECA Region; Assist in UN Women advocacy activities, including providing support to public events, coordinating visits of senior UN officials, including field visits and participating in other UN Women advocacy initiatives. Outreach and Media Activity Engage with electronic and print media sources; Develop content for social media, including coverage of events, human interest stories, opinion, engagement with key stakeholders and monitor impact as required. Provide timely and field-driven content, such as human-interest stories for print and video, for UN Women’s country, regional and global websites; Ensure the provision of UN Women’s regional and country social media platforms with relevant updates and integrate the humanitarian response into UN Women’s social media outreach; Draft press releases, fact sheets and other rapid response information materials for use by UN Women Headquarters and Regional and Country Offices. Build and maintain communications and advocacy focused partnerships Development and maintenance of media contacts and providing newsworthy information to donors; Format, package and submit documentation about programme initiatives for donor review in close collaboration with humanitarian programme staff; Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with local, regional and global media and other relevant partners and identify opportunities for advocacy and communication partnerships. Support ECARO Communications Team with the development and implementation of communication and outreach/advocacy strategies and plans Support the organization and implementation of joint UN information campaigns with a focus on humanitarian work (such as 16 days Activism, International Women’s Day, World Humanitarian Day, etc), taking the lead where appropriate; Assist in preparing written materials, including talking points, articles, press releases, stories, situations reports, responses to coverage about UN Women in the media; Support the maintenance of UN Women’s digital presence by contributing to the creation of social media and web content; Support the launch of information opportunities, activities, approaches and platforms and partners; Consultant’s Workplace and Official Travel The Communications and advocacy strategies in Crisis Consultant will be home-based with travel across the region if required. The time required for the consultancy is up to 100 working days within 16 months from 02 September 2024 to 31 December 2025. Competencies Core Value/Guiding Principles: 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 FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES: Strong background in communications, journalism and donor relations; Sound knowledge of the current policies and practices in the field of gender equality, economic empowerment, and humanitarian action Proven networking skills and ability to mobilize support on behalf of UN Women Ability to identify opportunities and build strong relationships with potential key stakeholders Ability to work under pressure and within limited time frames Communicative, results-driven, ability to work in teams Ability to complete multiple tasks by establishing priorities Required Skills and Experience Required Qualifications Education Master’s degree or equivalent in communications, public relations, or journalism; Bachelor’s degree in combination with 2 additional years of relevant working experience may be accepted in lieu of Master’s degree; Experience Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in journalism, communications, and/or outreach; Technical experience in humanitarian communications is required; Knowledge and understanding of gender issues including gender-based violence related matters is an asset; Experience in media and donor relations is an asset; Experience working in Europe and Central Asia is an asset Experience working in the UN System in humanitarian emergencies is an asset; Language Requirements Fluency in written and spoken English required How to Apply The following documents should be submitted as part of the application: Personal CV/P11 including experience in similar assignments (P11 can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About%20Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc ) A brief cover note indicating the areas of your expertise. 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, colour, 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.)
UNDP - United Nations Development ProgrammeRemote, Ankara, Istanbul -
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. Background/IRC Summary: The Syria crisis is often described as the worst humanitarian catastrophe since the end of the Cold War. Today, 13.4 million people in Syria – more than half of the country’s population – are in need of humanitarian assistance with needs increasingly being exacerbated by economic decline. Of these, 6.8 million are refugees and asylum-seekers who have fled the country. This is no short-term humanitarian episode. The devastating human consequences to huge numbers of people will endure for decades. The destruction of relationships, communities, livelihoods, homes and infrastructure will take years to repair. IRC is offering a robust humanitarian response to the Syria crisis a rapidly expanding portfolio, supported by more than 1000+ staff in Syria Country Program. IRC is undertaking programs in Syria and the neighboring countries of Turkey, Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan in the fields of health, child protection, early childhood development, education, women’s protection and empowerment, non-food items and food distribution, cash assistance, water and sanitation, protection and rule of law, and livelihood programming. Our work in these challenging settings gives rise to some of the most pressing issues facing contemporary humanitarian action, including questions of access, security, funding and coordination. Job Overview/Summary: Reporting to Procurement Officer, the Procurement Assistant is responsible for the efficient procurement support of functions for IRC’s office in Al-Hassaka, Syria. The Procurement Assistant must be able to rapidly procure Program supplies, services, and equipment, whilst ensuring best practices and maintaining audit-compliant records. Responsibilities: Read, understand, and implement standards involved in procurement as defined in manual and SOPs. Follow-up with program and support the teams to submit purchase requests. Manage to procure all necessary items for programs, offices, and residences. Materials purchased are of appropriate quality and price and are timely delivered. Maintain the IRC Purchase Request Tracking Sheet and submit routine reports to the Procurement Manager. Prepare procurement contracts and Purchase Orders. Ensure that payments are submitted to finance department without any delays. Coordinate with finance team in clearing payments against procured supplies and obtained services. Establish and maintain an ethical and professional working relationships with suppliers and service providers in the best interest of program activities. Update suppliers/service data base on monthly basis. Conduct regular market surveys to ensure that IRC is receiving the best value for money. Maintain a complete filing system for all procurement related documents according to IRC Procurement Manual. Ensuring that procurement is carried out in accordance with IRC and donor-specific polices. Attend all the procurement committee meetings and take minutes. Ensure integrated internal controls, timely payment of vendors and full, auditable support documentation. Ensuring that a transparent and responsive procurement process is implemented and maintained. Routine communication, coordination and planning with the relevant requesting staff / programs regarding the order and delivery of supplies. Ensuring that all Supplies, services, and equipment’s required are delivered in time. Establishment and maintenance of ethical, professional working relationships with suppliers. Maintain supplier information for regularly purchased items and be informed of current local market conditions. Engages in delivering request for quotations and quotations from authorized suppliers. Updates in a daily basis procurement report, (PRTS, Contract follow up, market price lists) Maintains an IRC Vendor database. Generate and / or maintain comprehensive price list for goods, services and equipment’s purchased by IRC Responsible for the implementation of standard filing system in Al-Hassaka Office for the SC activities, managing filing system and updating on a regular basis. Keep a clear follow up and clear flow of documentation related to SC activities. Any other duties or tasked delegated by procurement supervisor. Minimum Qualifications: Preferably a university Degree in Business administration, Commercial, Economics, Supplies Management or in Administration related fields. 1- 2 years of work experience in procurement, preferably with INGOs. Desired knowledge of generic procurement procedures and practices (IRC or NGO experience advantageous) in procurement and / or logistics / supply chain. Strong computer competency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other IT skills. Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: A commitment to IRC’s mission, vision, values, and IRC Way – Professional Code of Conduct. Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution. Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context. Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience. Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity. Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop and a sense of humor is a must. Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies. Language/Travel: English and Arabic are required, while Kurdish is desired. Travel: 10% to field sites DEZ and Raqqa Key Working Relationships: Position Reports to: Procurement Officer Position directly supervises: N/A Indirect Reporting (If applicable): N/A Key Internal Contacts: All programs and sectors. Key External Contacts: Vendors and partners. Professional Standards: IRC staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Global Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, IRC operates and carries out policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Respect at Work Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation. Returning National Candidates: We strongly encourage national or returning national candidates to apply for this position. If you are a citizen of the Country in which this position is based and are currently located outside of your home country and possess over two years of international work experience, the Middle East Region has introduced an attractive remuneration package. The package includes competitive compensation, return flight to post, shipping allowance, temporary housing and a relocation allowance. Certain restrictions may apply. IRC strives to attract, motivate and retain qualified national staff in our programs. Accountability to Clients: IRC staff must adhere to the commitment of contributing to the sustainability and development of its (CR) Client Responsiveness Mechanisms, preserving the culture of prioritizing the needs of our clients and affected communities by systematically listening to their perspectives and using their feedback to make programmatic decisions and give them greater influence over program design and delivery. Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances. Diversity and Inclusion: at IRC MENA, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Organizations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, nationality, and perspective are validated to be better organizations. More importantly, creating a safe workspace environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best is the right thing to do. So, bring your whole self to work. IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. In keeping with our core values of Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality, IRC strives to maintain a work environment built on mutual respect in which all individuals treat each other professionally, and free of bias, prejudice, and harassment. IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of IRC Persons in any work setting. All IRC staff, wherever they are located, are accountable for creating an environment free of discrimination, harassment, bullying, and retaliation. #Li-DNI Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality. Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.
IRC - International Rescue CommitteeAl-Hassaka -
Programme Management Assistant
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human RightsGeneva, Switzerland -
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises. It helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain controloftheirfuture.WehavebeenworkinginKenyasince1992,implementinghighlyeffectiveprograms inEconomicRecoveryandDevelopment(ERD),Women’sProtectionandEmpowerment,Protection,and RuleofLaw,integratedhealthcare,WASHandnutritionacrosstworefugeecampsinDadaabandKakuma and three counties (Garissa, Turkana, and Nairobi). Through our ERD unit, we support refugees, asylum seekers, and vulnerable Kenyans in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area and Lodwar to gain economic stability and self-reliance. Job Overview/Summary: The position holder is responsible for the technical oversight, implementation, monitoring, and regular consultationwithprojectpartnersonhygienepromotioninterventions.Ensurecomplementaritywithother sectorial interventions, i.e. Health, Nutrition, DRR and livelihood as well as proper coordination, consultation and information sharing with partners and other collaborators. MainResponsibilities The WASH Hygiene officer shall be responsible for the technical aspects of hygiene and sanitation promotion. They shall be responsible for planning, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of high quality, innovative Hygiene and Promotion interventions. They will ensure that an engagement approachtoworkingwithcommunities,thelocalauthorities,partnersothercollaboratorsisemployed,and all activities are carried out in a way that is sensitive to community needs and promotes the full and equal participation of women, men, children, and youth. Primaryresponsibilitiesinclude: ProjectPlanningandDesign Support in the planning for anddesign of the community hygiene and sanitation initiatives andmethodology. Support inthe project assessmentsand proposal development for potential sanitation and hygiene promotions. ProjectImplementation Ensure that the hygiene and sanitation promotion activities of the project are implemented according to the approved donor guidelines and humanitarian standards. IncollaborationwiththeWATSANofficer,ensurethathygieneandsanitationpromotionactivities accompany the water supply and sanitation interventions. Working with the WATSAN Officer facilitate training WMCs, other Community structures (SMCs, CHWs, CHEWs, Youth Groups) and local authorities on improved hygiene/sanitation practices and management. ProjectMonitoringand Evaluation Ensuretimelydeliveryofprojectsactivities. Ensure that up to date project documents are in place including approved work plans, log frame, detailed project implementation plan and financial forecasts. Documentationoflessonslearntandgoodpractices. InconsultationwithMEAL,designandconductallquantitativeandqualitativeassessments,KAP surveys, and follow-up assessments with concrete feedback findings. Fundraisingand Networking Supportinthedevelopmentoftechnicallysoundproposals. CoordinationandCollaboration Co-ordinate and network with the relevant County Government ministries and departments. Community based organizations, Faith based organizations and NGOs and other relevant departments in providing technical support and assistance to WASH activities. Collaborate closely with communities, and community structures on water supply and sanitation issues as well as other agencies (particularly those carrying out similar activities) regularly to ensure coordination and effective implementation of activities through guidance of the Supervisor/FC. Under the guidance of the supervisor (or Field Coordinator) contributes towards strengthening of integration of WASH programming with the other key IRC program Sectors Reporting Developanddeliverinatimelymannermonthly,quarterly,semi-annualandendofprojects reports.in accordance with donors’ and IRC Kenya requirements. Supportdevelopment,monitoringandevaluationWASHprojectindicatorsandstandards Provide regular update reports on hygiene and sanitation activities and program progress against work plan as may be required. Maintain an up to-date activity tracking tool (soft copies and hard copies) of all water supply and sanitation infrastructure related activities. Activelyparticipateininter-sectoralactivities Support WASH department in other tasks, roles and responsibilities as may be assigned by thesupervisor. Minimum Qualifications: Degree in environmental health science, community development, social development public health, or related field. A minimum of Three years’ experience working/programming in WASH, humanitarian work or development. Minimumof3yearsrelevantworkexperienceinWASH,Publichealth,communitydevelopment. StrongskillsinPHAST,CLTS,sanitationmarketing,designforbehaviorchangemodelsessential. Experienceincommunityengagementapproaches,participatoryapproaches,andcommunity negotiation. Excellentverbalandwrittencommunicationskills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with a team. AbilitytoconductcommunityWASHneedsassessment,programplanning,implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of WASH activities. GoodunderstandingofSPHEREandotherhumanitarianstandards. Goodcomputerapplicationskills(MS-Office,applicationsoftwaretoengineeringdesigns) Standards of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others. Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation. Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector. Disclaimer: Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes. Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality. Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.
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