UNDP/PAPP Vacancies

1 - Function / Expected Results:

• Co-ordinate and provide substantive contributions to UNDP/PAPP strategic discussions on the Gaza context;
• Promote thematic and sectoral synergies and coordination of programme activities and implementation in the area of Poverty Reduction/Livelihoods;
• Lead in programme formulation and networking to ensure a Poverty Reduction/Livelihoods  programme which is relevant and responsive to changes in the  post crisis context of Gaza;
• Advise management on Poverty Reduction programme development and delivery within the context of Gaza and;
• Identify approaches and modalities to achieve identified results. 

2 - Function / Expected Results:

• Conduct research and analysis of  the post crisis situation in Gaza in order to identify  priorities to inform the design of programmes and projects for Poverty Reduction/Livelihoods and early recovery;
• Formulate programmes and projects that fully reflect a results-oriented approach and benchmarks to ensure effective monitoring and evaluation and;
• Assist in training and capacity building support for UNDP staff and counterparts on programme implementation issues.

• Reach out to all international and national partners to develop common approaches and joint strategies on livelihoods recovery in Gaza. Provide support to the Livelihood sub-cluster to ensure sustainability of livelihoods initiatives;
• Development of strong partnerships with civil society organizations, donors ,other UN Agencies, private sector in the implementation of Poverty Reduction/Livelihoods initiatives and early recovery;
• Advice on possible areas for UNDP support and/or adjustment of on-going projects/programmes to ensure that UNDP projects/programmes are in line with UNDP/PAPP policies and priorities;
• Support overall resource mobilization of Management with a focus on the Mid Term Strategic Framework and;
• Explore opportunities for joint programming within the Poverty Reduction portfolio and possible areas of cooperation.

• Promote pro-poor policy advocacy and awareness campaigns and priorities in favor of poverty reduction strategies within the ER cluster and network;

• Compilation, analysis and interpretation of poverty reduction and economic and statistical data, thorough research of the economic and development issues in Gaza and preparation of top quality analysis and reports such as the Poverty Monitor.
• Advice on possible areas for UNDP support and/or adjustment of on-going programmes to ensure that UNDP Gaza projects/ programmes are in line with UNDP/PAPP strategic framework and priorities.
• Assist in identifying policy options, particularly from Pro-poor perspectives, on macroeconomic and development issues to UNDP and other development actors in Gaza;
• Public advocacy to promote UNDP’s mandate and mission in the area of Poverty Reduction/Livelihoods.

• Manage UNDP’s Poverty Reduction/Livelihood projects and programme in Gaza  within the context of UNDP/PAPP strategic framework and priorities;
• Monitor Poverty Reduction/Livelihood work plans in Gaza, programme effectiveness and achievement of results;
• Maintain regular contact with project and programme counterparts and with the programme unit in Jerusalem and the West Bank;
• Financial management: the Programme Management Officer performs the functions of Manager Level 1rights in ATLAS for projects transactions approval and;
• Ensures the integrity of financial systems, review budget requirements, implementing and monitoring of the programme, tracking use of financial resources in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations. 

• Facilitation of policy dialogue on Poverty Reduction/Livelihood and early recovery issues with civil society, private sector and contributions to development of policies as relevant.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice through identification of best practices and lessons learned.
• Training and capacity building support for UNDP staff and counterparts in Gaza on Poverty Reduction/Livelihood issues.

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Performance Management;
• Working in Teams;
• Self-Management/Emotional Intelligence;
• Communication
• Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making;
• Analytical and Strategic Thinking and Results Orientation/Commitment to Excellence;
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism

• Knowledge Management and Learning
• Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
• Development and Operational Effectiveness
• Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
• Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources
• Ability to formulate and manage budgets, manage contributions and investments, manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, reporting and cost-recovery
• Ability to implement new systems and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change

• Builds strong relationships with counterparts,
• Focuses on impact and result and responds positively to feedback
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
• Advocacy/advancing a policy oriented agenda:
• Results based programme development and management;
• Leveraging the resources of partners / building strategic alliances and partnerships;
• Innovation and marketing of new approaches;
• Job knowledge / technical expertise

• Ability to lead strategic planning, result-based management and reporting
• Ability to lead formulation and monitoring of management projects
• Solid knowledge in financial resources and human resources management, contract, asset and procurement, information and communication technology, general administration

• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
• Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills
•  Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills