Commission Economique et Sociale des Nations Unies pour l’Asie et le Pacifique (UNESCAP) recherche un Responsable de programme, Inde.

 

 

 

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Head, APCTT, the incumbent is required to perform the following functions:

• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects related to climate change technologies (mitigation and adaptation), new and emerging technologies, and technology transfer and commercialization, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions;
• Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops capacity building events, and through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change;
• Researches, analyzes and presents the information and updates on climate change technologies and emerging technology trends on key aspects of programme, operations and other activities, etc. gathered from diverse sources.
• Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of emerging issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies;
• Undertakes survey initiatives; assists with designs of data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions;
• Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, inputs to documents requested by ESCAP headquarters, etc;
• Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., including proposing agenda topics, identifying consultants, resource persons and participants, preparation of background documents, draft speeches and presentations, handling logistics, etc;
• Undertakes outreach activities to enhance visibility of the Centre; develops strategy and produces promotional materials; updates Centre’s website’s contents; manages Centre’s social media accounts; participates in external events on behalf of the Centre and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities;
• Participates in or lead field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc;
• Coordinates activities related to budget, funding and resource mobilization (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.), monitors activities and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.);
• Manages, guides, develops and trains staff under his/her supervision;
• Performs other duties as required or as assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

Core Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. 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.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Managerial Competencies

Building Trust: Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion; manages in a deliberate and predictable way; operates with transparency; has no hidden agenda; places confidences in colleagues, staff members and clients; gives proper credit to theirs; follows through on agreed upon actions; treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately.

Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, development studies, engineering, environmental studies or a related field.

A relevant first-level university degree in the above fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in India in project or programme management, research or related area is required.

Experience in working in the field of science, technology and innovation and in the area of climate change are desirable.

Experience in designing and organizing capacity-building activities; drafting technical cooperation project proposals; managing, monitoring, and reporting of technical cooperation projects are desirable.

Experience in the United Nations Common System or international organizations is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

Assessment

Qualified applicants may be evaluated through a competency-based interview and/or other assessment methods.

Special Notice : Candidates must be Indian nationals.

Application Deadline: 10th January 2023

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