Category
and Level : GL-6
Position
No : 10022688
Duration : 1
year, renewable
Location : Istanbul,
Turkey
Closing
Date : 14 September 2014
FUNCTIONS:
The incumbent normally receives
guidance from more senior programme staff in the operation. He/she may receive
indirect guidance from other sections and units relevant to the country
programme(s). UNHCR Manual, Operations Plans, UN and UNHCR financial/budgetary
rules and regulations will guide the work of the Programme Associate. S/he is
expected to stay abreast of the challenges posed to the region by the political
context, the UN and humanitarian reform and institutional developments.
The incumbent is expected to
have contacts within the organization and outside the duty station, as well as
with partners and other stakeholders to collect information, monitor programme
activities and implement administrative requirements.
RESPOSIBILITIES
1. The needs of
persons of concern in the country are assessed and analysed in a participatory
manner and using an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective to form a firm
basis for planning.
2. IP agreements
are established in a timely manner, regularly monitored and reported on in
compliance with established guidelines and procedures.
3.
Assist in negotiating
agreements with implementing partners and ensure that IP agreements are
established in conformity with UNHCR’s financial rules and the latest
Headquarters’ instructions.
4.
Undertake proper collection,
monitoring and use of baselines, standards and indicators needed to measure and
analyse programme performance, trends and target interventions.
5.
Review the implementation and
performance of IPs agreements through appropriate physical monitoring to
evaluate the projects by reviewing work plans, progress reports, budget,
financial reports and expenditures; undertake field visits as required.
6.
Use UNHCR’s corporate tools
(e.g. Global Focus, Focus Client) to assess the technical soundness of the
operation and generate data for evidence-based decisions at the country-level.
7.
Assist in keeping donor
representatives briefed on developments and assist in the development of
funding submissions, appeals and reports.
8.
Assist in ensuring compliance
in issuance of audit certificates for Implementing Partners.
9.
Perform other duties as
required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.
Education and skills
Completion of Secondary
education and post-secondary training/ certificate in Business Administration,
Social Science, International Law or related field.
Computer skills (MS office).
2.
Experience
Minimum 6 years of previous
job experience relevant to the function
3. Languages
Excellent knowledge of Turkish
and fluency in English.
4.
Required Competencies
Analytical Thinking
Planning and Organizing
Managing Resources
5.
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
Completion of the UNHCR
Learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position.
Good knowledge of UNHCR
financial rules, procedures and processes.
Knowledge of UNHCR specific
programmes (MSRP, Focus, etc.).
Prior exposure to UNHCR
refugee operations and functions relating to office administration and
programme activities.
Knowledge of other UN
languages would be an asset
If you wish
to be considered for this vacancy, please apply in writing to TURANHR@unhcr.org
e-mail
address directly referring to
Internal/External
Vacancy Notice 111/14 no later than:
14 September 2014
All
applicants are required to submit a motivation letter also required to submit a
CV/resume and a fully completed P.11 Personal History Form.
Short-listed
candidates will be required to pass a written test.
Only
short-listed candidates will be notified.
Source: http://www.unhcr.org.tr/uploads/root/vn11114.pdf
