Vacancy codeVA/2014/B5004/5757
Position titleProject Coordinator - Global Support Programme
LevelICS-10
Department/officeGPSO, Development Group
Duty stationIstanbul, Turkey
Contract typeFixed Term
Contract levelP3
DurationOne Year
Application period22-Aug-2014 to 05-Sep-2014
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Background Information - UNOPS
UNOPS mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.
Within these three core areas of expertise, UNOPS provides its partners with advisory, implementation and transactional services, with projects ranging from building schools and hospitals, to procuring goods and services and training local personnel. UNOPS works closely with governments and communities to ensure increased economic, social and environmental sustainability for the projects we support, with a focus on developing national capacity.
Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices in development, humanitarian and peacebuilding contexts, always satisfying or surpassing partner expectations.
We employ more than 6,000 personnel and on behalf of our partners create thousands more work opportunities in local communities. Through our headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark and a network of offices, we oversee activities in more than 80 countries.
Background information - GPSO
Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, the Global Portfolio Services Office (GPSO) develops and manages a portfolio of projects and services delivered in various locations across the globe.
GPSO supports partners such as the World Bank, the European Union, the Department of Peacekeeping operations, the United Nations Mine Action Service, the Global Fund, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation, amongst others.
This global portfolio constitutes a substantial volume of UNOPS project delivery.
Background Information - Development Group Cluster
Development Group Cluster
UNOPS Development Group Cluster is based in the GPSO - New York Office and supports a diverse and complex portfolio including partners such as the United Nations Development Programme (the Bureau for Development Policy, the Special Unit for South-South Cooperation), the United Nations Population Fund, the United Nations Secretariat and a broadening community of primarily New York-based UN partners in the delivery of project management, implementation and administration services.
Functional Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator will be primarily responsible for the following activities:
Implement the global activities (30%):
- Under the guidance of the LECB Programme Manager and in consultation with the Global Advisory Committee, the Project Coordinator will contribute to the development of the Annual work plan for global activities.
- Collaborate with the Senior Advisor to coordinate the implementation of the project, monitor activities outlined in the work plan, evaluate their impact and make recommendations for adjustments to GSP’s technical assistance strategy to address emerging needs priorities.
- Create roster of expert institutions (regional, sub-regional and International Centers of Excellence and other relevant institutions) to be shared globally;
- Draft Terms of Reference for technical assistance subcontracts with regional, sub-regional institutions and national and international consultants;
- Monitor subcontracts for technical assistance from national and international consultants, and regional, sub-regional and international centers of excellence related to capacity building, and training on the basis of countries’ priorities and needs;
- Provide regular reports to the Global Advisory Committee members and the GEF Sec highlighting progress of the programme and lessons learnt;
- Report on progress and delivery of expected outputs under subcontracts and ensure that work schedules are adhered to and assure quality control.
Provide technical inputs and technical backstopping to countries (70%)
- Make recommendations to improve the quality of national projects, implementation, outputs and impact with a particular focus on climate vulnerability and adaptation;
- Support national teams and country offices in identifying opportunities for follow-on projects after project completion;
- Develop and implement the knowledge management component of the project, including global and regional workshops, exchanges;
- Lead the development of the scheduled guidelines, manuals and other programmatic tools to assist countries in preparing their NCs and BURs;
- Provide technical assistance to country teams in the field of vulnerability and adaptation, tailoring the programme’s direction in light of identified capacity building and technical backstopping support needs;
- Coordinate the creation and implementation of the GSP technical assistance and knowledge networks, particularly focusing on vulnerability and adaptation;
- Provide technical inputs to the identification, organization and roll-out of workshops at the global, regional and where needed national levels;
- Create the implementation of the GSP communication and outreach strategy;
- Develop project outreach and public relations materials, including material and side events at the UNFCCC COPs.
The results of the work of the Project Coordinator contribute to technical support that UNDP provides to the National Communication, Biennial Update Reports and Intended Nationally Determined Contributions in participating countries. In this context, the activities carried out by the Project Coordinator will help UNDP and GEF strengthen the relations with the Government counterparts in this areas of work.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates and safeguard ethics and integrity;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Treats all people fairly.
Development and Operational Effectiveness:
- Experience in implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
- Demonstrates corporate knowledge and sound judgement;
- Demonstrates ability to work in a multicultural, multi ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Communication
- Facilitates and encourages open communication and strives for effective communication;
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Knowledge Management and Learning:
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more technical areas of relevance, and applies newly acquired skills;
- Encourages learning and sharing of knowledge;
- Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UN organizations.
Management and Leadership:
- Shows effectiveness and pro-activity;
- Ability to leverage information technology, and tools for optimal office performance;
- Ability in formulating, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of projects;
- Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and results for the client and responds positively to feedback;
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
- Demonstrates openness to change;
- Stays composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact;
- Effective conflict resolution skills.
Technical Competencies:
- Ability to oversee and multi-year programmes in collaboration with multiple partners and addressing various capacity development needs;
- Ability to work with multiple stakeholders across a wide range of disciplines;.
- Demonstrate professional competence and expert knowledge of the pertinent substantive areas of work;
- Professional expertise in the field of vulnerability and adaptation;
- Proven understanding of the UNFCCC process, reporting requirements, funding mechanisms, and other related issues.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
- Master’s degree in Environmental Management, Natural Sciences, Geography, Agronomy, Economics or other closely related field
Experience:
- Minimum five (5) years professional working experience in fields related to climate change, climate vulnerability and adaptation or closely related issues;
- At least three (3) years of experience working on National Communications and Biennial Update Reports, at the national or international level;
- Demonstrated experience in working with multi-year projects with a global outreach in the field of climate change;
- Demonstrated experience in capacity building related activites;
- Experience working with international and national environment NGO community, bilateral, multilateral donors, and international organizations, including proven success in resource mobilization;
- Excellent organizational, diplomatic, networking, conflict resolution and communication skills;
- Experience with the GEF, preferably including at both project formulation and implementation levels, is advantageous;
- Demonstrated experience in developing countries is an asset.
Language Requirements:
- Excellent knowledge of English; working knowledge of Spanish and/or French is a strong asset.
Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: FTA
Contract level: P3
Contract duration: One Year
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Additional Considerations
- Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- For staff positions UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
- The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
Source: https://gprs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=5757
