Programme Manager

Application Type :External Vacancy
Job ID/Title :Programme Manager
Brand :UNDP
Application Deadline : 25-Oct-12
Duty Station :Ramallah
Languages Required :Arabic, English,    
Duration of Initial Contract :One year
Expected Duration of Assignment :  3 Years
 

Background:
Addressing the needs of Palestinians living in Area C and East Jerusalem is essential for their wellbeing and social development, and also to enable them to achieve their primary goal: to safeguard their property and source of livelihoods and stay on their land. The development potential of Area C is critical to the viability of the Palestinian State – an imperative acknowledged by a growing number of actors, including the PNA, the UN, the EU/MS, the AHLC and the Quartet. The Community Resilience and Development Programme for Area C and East Jerusalem (CRDP) is designed to address the challenges in both areas. Its objective is to empower local stakeholders, through the most appropriate partners to act with resilience to respond to threats that affect their sustenance on the land. The programme will thus contribute to i) prevent the erosion of Palestinian development capital in Area C and East Jerusalem; ii) protect Palestinian land and property in Area C and East Jerusalem; and iii) mitigate and ideally reverse migration flow from Area C and East Jerusalem by enhancing human security.
The intention is to assist the Palestinian Authority to plan, channel resources and implement actions for Area C and East Jerusalem to strengthen resilience and local development.
The programme will be implemented by a wide array of partners, including communities, grassroots organizations, local and international NGOs, based on their respective merits, and according to locally designed plans. The programme facilitates a complementary approach and a transition process from humanitarian interventions towards development and builds initiatives that are of a development nature, but that are not taking place in Area C and East Jerusalem. To do so, the programme is going to work at four levels: community infrastructure, protection of natural resources, income generation and human rights
The CRDP is a Palestinian-owned programme facility led by MOPAD, facilitated by UNDP and implemented in partnership with civil society through regular calls for proposals. The PA will lead the process through the coordination of MOPAD at the policy level, and the inclusion of other line Ministries and Authorities when necessary at the implementation level.
UNDP and MOPAD, in their partnership established within the framework of the CRDP, are looking for a Programme Manager for a successful implementation of the CRDP.
 
Description of Responsibilities:
Summary of Key Functions:

-Implementation of Programme strategies
-Management of the Programme various portfolios 
-Creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the Steering Board’s resource mobilization strategy
-Assume the operational management of the programme in accordance with UNDP rules and procedures

1-Ensures implementation of  programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:
-Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country and preparation of substantive inputs to project design concept report and the other project documents.
-Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned.
-Co-ordinate the implementation of activities through regular contacts with similar programmes undertaken by the United Nations, and other organizations and institutions; and promote regular exchange of information of activities and events.
-Facilitate and support participation of various stakeholders in all stages of the project and promote the creation of informal networks in order to identify and mobilize resources for the follow-up activities to ensure sustainability of project results.
-Programme business processes mapping and preparation of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Results Management.

2-Ensures effective management and the implementation of the programme within the areas assigned  focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation achieving the  following results:

-Capacity development for governmental counterparts and gradual transfer of knowledge and experience of the project concepts and outputs. 
-Communication management with the deferent project donors and participate in the fund raising missions.
-Overall leadership and supervision of all projects.     
-Effective application of RBM tools, establishment of management targets and monitoring achievement of results.
-Supervise the operational management of the project in accordance with UNDP rules and procedures.
-Design and formulation of project components within the area of responsibility, translating CRDP’s priorities into local interventions and calls for proposals. Coordination of programme implementation with the executing agencies. Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones.
-Clear the preparation of a detailed work-plan to implement proposed activities and submit for approval to the Review Board.
-Clear the prepared AWP, HR Plan and Procurement Plan in line with the programme activities.
-Review and approve the reports and insure that they are regularly being prepared on activities, outputs and outcomes. Oversee of donor reports.
 
3-Help and Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the Steering Board’s resource mobilization strategy in cooperation with the Team Leader  Support focusing on achievement of the following results:

-Partnership management with mutual counterparts
-Networking to expand partnership and ensure the development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society in the specific thematic areas based on strategic goals of CRDP, programme needs and PA priorities.
-Liaise with relevant national and international institutions and present the project in different national and international conferences.
-Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation in project fields, identification of opportunities for initiation of new related projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization in programme thematic area.
-Assume the operational management of the programme in accordance with UNDP rules and procedures
-Any other duties as assigned by the project manager to achieve project goals.

Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the success of project implantation at all levels, achieving the project portfolios goals and objectives and on the productive capital unit within specific areas of cooperation. In particular, the key results have an impact on the project design, operation and programming of activities, creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.
 
Competencies :
Corporate Competencies:
-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
-Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:
Knowledge Management and Learning
-Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office
-In-depth knowledge on development issues
-Ability to advocate and provide policy advice
-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
-Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit
-Strong IT skills
-Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change

Management and Leadership
-Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback
-Leads team effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
-Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
-Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
-Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
-Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
-Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

Qualifications :
Education:
Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Development, Social Sciences or related field.
 
Experience:
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience working with governmental and non-governmental structures, and international agencies, in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development and poverty reduction projects.
 
Demonstrated ability to ensure and facilitate the co-ordination and collaboration of diverse stakeholder groups and possess good managerial experience.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and Arabic.
 
“UNDP/PAPP is an equal opportunity employer: applications from both internal and external men and women will be considered equally”
 
UNDP actively supports the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities adopted by the United Nations General Assembly
 
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