Purpose of the Position
Under the overall guidance of the Representative, responsible for the coordination, planning, development and management of a large-sized programme of cooperation to improve the status of women and children.
Key Expected Results
1. Directs, coordinates and supervises the activities leading to the preparation of the Situation Analysis for programme development. Periodically updates by monitoring and analyzing the social, political and economic trends in the country that affect women and children.
2. Formulates programme goals and objectives and develops strategies and implementation frameworks. Coordinates preparation of the Country Programme Recommendation, and related documentation. Analyzes, evaluates and consolidates programme documentation.
3. Provides overall leadership, guidance and direction for programme planning, implementation and analysis through ongoing consultations and intersectoral coordination of activities, exchange of information, and sharing experience to achieve programme objectives. Coordinates the major programme evaluation exercises, annual/sector review meetings with government counterparts and oversees the preparation of annual/programme status reports. Follows up, coordinating the implementation of the programme recommendation to ensure goals/objectives are met.
4. Provides managerial guidance to programme teams on general policy direction and control mechanisms. Identifies and recommends human resources required for programmes. Ensures appropriate professional development and training of staff.
5. As head of a large section, establishes the overall programme workplan, monitors compliance and performance standards, and provides support and guidance in order to meet objectives.
6. Represents UNICEF in meetings with high level and senior government officials, as well as multi-lateral, bilateral agencies and NGO's; interacts, negotiates and advocates programme goals and strategies. Identifies strategic alliances, and influences policy development to facilitate achievement of programme goals.
7. Undertakes field visits to monitor and assess programme implementation and decides on required corrective action. Assists government authorities to plan and organize training programmes for the purpose of capacity building and programme sustainability.
8. Monitors development at the international, national, regional and provincial levels. Initiates new approaches and develops methodologies to best meet goals and objectives. Writes position papers for use in the development of the UNICEF global programme policy. Participates in various international/national meetings and workshops.
9. Monitors the overall commitment, expenditure and liquidation of programme funds in accordance with the programme budget allotments (PBA). Takes necessary action for optimum use of programme funds.
10. Supports overall management through participation in management meetings within the office, to review major office operations, human resources, programme and administrative budget management.
11. In the absence of the Representative, responsible for the country office as officer-in-charge.
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Advanced university degree in any of the following: Social Sciences, Public Administration, International Relations, Business Administration, Public Health, Education, or other fields related to the work of UNICEF.
Ten years of relevant work experience at the national and international levels in social development, management, monitoring and evaluation.
Fluency in English. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
Current knowledge of development issues, strategies, as well as programming policies and procedures in international development cooperation.
Proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skills.
Leadership and organizational ability.
Good analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
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Under the overall guidance of the Representative, responsible for the coordination, planning, development and management of a large-sized programme of cooperation to improve the status of women and children.
Key Expected Results
1. Directs, coordinates and supervises the activities leading to the preparation of the Situation Analysis for programme development. Periodically updates by monitoring and analyzing the social, political and economic trends in the country that affect women and children.
2. Formulates programme goals and objectives and develops strategies and implementation frameworks. Coordinates preparation of the Country Programme Recommendation, and related documentation. Analyzes, evaluates and consolidates programme documentation.
3. Provides overall leadership, guidance and direction for programme planning, implementation and analysis through ongoing consultations and intersectoral coordination of activities, exchange of information, and sharing experience to achieve programme objectives. Coordinates the major programme evaluation exercises, annual/sector review meetings with government counterparts and oversees the preparation of annual/programme status reports. Follows up, coordinating the implementation of the programme recommendation to ensure goals/objectives are met.
4. Provides managerial guidance to programme teams on general policy direction and control mechanisms. Identifies and recommends human resources required for programmes. Ensures appropriate professional development and training of staff.
5. As head of a large section, establishes the overall programme workplan, monitors compliance and performance standards, and provides support and guidance in order to meet objectives.
6. Represents UNICEF in meetings with high level and senior government officials, as well as multi-lateral, bilateral agencies and NGO's; interacts, negotiates and advocates programme goals and strategies. Identifies strategic alliances, and influences policy development to facilitate achievement of programme goals.
7. Undertakes field visits to monitor and assess programme implementation and decides on required corrective action. Assists government authorities to plan and organize training programmes for the purpose of capacity building and programme sustainability.
8. Monitors development at the international, national, regional and provincial levels. Initiates new approaches and develops methodologies to best meet goals and objectives. Writes position papers for use in the development of the UNICEF global programme policy. Participates in various international/national meetings and workshops.
9. Monitors the overall commitment, expenditure and liquidation of programme funds in accordance with the programme budget allotments (PBA). Takes necessary action for optimum use of programme funds.
10. Supports overall management through participation in management meetings within the office, to review major office operations, human resources, programme and administrative budget management.
11. In the absence of the Representative, responsible for the country office as officer-in-charge.
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Advanced university degree in any of the following: Social Sciences, Public Administration, International Relations, Business Administration, Public Health, Education, or other fields related to the work of UNICEF.
Ten years of relevant work experience at the national and international levels in social development, management, monitoring and evaluation.
Fluency in English. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
Current knowledge of development issues, strategies, as well as programming policies and procedures in international development cooperation.
Proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skills.
Leadership and organizational ability.
Good analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
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