Appel à candidature : UNHABTIAT recherche un(e) Responsable de programme basé au Kenya, Nairobi.

 

 

 

 

 

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties :

• Develops, implements and evaluates assigned programmes/projects, etc; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures follow-up actions.
• Plans and coordinates the preparation of annual programme performance reports of UN-Habitat and other reviews and assessments, as needed.
• Performs technical advisory assignments, in collaboration with the other units in UN-Habitat, by planning facilitating workshops, including through other interactive sessions, and assisting in developing action plans.
• Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
• Coordinates policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, coordination of evaluations or other research activities and studies,
• Generates programme/project related surveys; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions/recommendations.
• Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g. background papers, analysis, full reports, including programme performance reports, or sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
• Provides substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, prepares meeting outcome reports etc.
• Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities, notably on monitoring and reporting.
• Leads and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and prepares mission summaries, etc.
• Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).
• Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to sustainable urban development, monitoring, evaluation, reporting as well as results-based management. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual, analytical, and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.

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.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics or a related field is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics or a related field with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

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Application deadline : February 26th, 2023