Deadline: 12 September 2021
Location: -
Job Type: Full Time
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Support the Head of IFL in providing strategic inputs for the design and implementation of programmes/ projects. In consultation with the Head of IFL, the project coordinator is expected to:
Provide inputs and strategic recommendations for the development of relevant programme/project proposals in line with UNDP’s Country Programme and support to the area of innovative financing for SDGs.
Provide policy advice and technical support to the design and implementation of programmes/projects in the portfolio through consultation with the Government, donors, UN agencies, NGOs/CSOs and other partners.
Support the formulation exercise by facilitating engagement with stakeholders, inputs from relevant advisors and consultants, and proper preparation of project/programme documents in line with UNDP’s procedures.
Assist in conducting analyses of the programme/project portfolio to assess its effectiveness in contributing to the intended outcomes, and develop strategies to address identified weaknesses.
In close consultation with the relevant outcome board(s), identify areas for support and intervention within the outcome areas assigned and any need for outcome level revisions that may be necessary to maintain UNDP’s relevance within the context of the country’s evolving development situation.
Support the implementation of capacity development strategies to enhance the quality and impact of programmes/projects under his/her supervision.
Ensures gender-related economic, environmental, public research and analysis, to contribute to the formulation of policies, programme interventions, procedures, guidelines and tools
2. Support to the management of the project/programme, including ensuring effective quality assurance and oversight, and application of Results Based Management across the portfolio
Provide support to the effective management of large and strategic national and regional programmes and projects.
Ensure effective application of RBM tools and project/programme monitoring and evaluation procedures and guidelines to promote achievement of outcome level results. This includes technical support to the financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects using quarterly monitoring reports (QMRs) and Internal Project Assurance Reports (IPAR) as delegated by Head of IFL
In collaboration with the project management units, provide support in the development of project annual workplans, including detailed plans for procurement and recruitment of goods and services.
Support Head of IFL in monitoring IFL and NDC programme and projects to ensure they are progressing according to plan, and assist project authorities to problem-solve and implement corrective measures.
Support Head of IFL in overseeing all stages of project management, including initiation of the project, presentation of the project to the Project Appraisal Committee, entering project data into UNDP’s Enterprise Resource Planning system (Atlas), finalization of donor contribution agreements, coordination of project and budget revisions, and closure of projects based on corporate procedures.
Ensure proper follow up on audit recommendations.
Assist in the preparation of project reports for donors.
To make sure implementation of gender equality accountability framework and Gender equality Results Based management at project level i.e. performance management, gender marker assignment in web based system ATLAS , reporting, etc
3. Assist the Head of IFL in creating strategic partnerships, and in the implementation of a resource mobilization strategy related to specific high-priority projects
Assist in maintaining strategic partnerships with key development partners in government, private sector, civil society, and academia to garner the resources and support required for an effective portfolio.
Provision of support in strengthening cooperation with key stakeholders Support the communication of the IFL and NDC programme/projects in order to facilitate resource mobilization from various sources such as global trust funds, bilateral donors, and the private sector.
Facilitate information sharing and dialogue within the donor community
4. Production and dissemination of lessons learnt across the portfolio and ensuring effective cross-project and cross-unit knowledge fertilization:
Support knowledge generation and knowledge sharing based on programme/project experiences, and, when appropriate, make contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Compile key sources of information and best practices for projects and thematic issues within the portfolio and facilitate access to this information by programme and project staff and other relevant counterparts. Maintain knowledge and advocacy networks which are linked to thematic issues or projects within the portfolio.
Prepare briefs, talking points, and other documents as required by UNDP Headquarters, UN agencies and other stakeholders.
Ensure that key programme and project results data and promotional material are available to showcase the progress, achievements and impacts of UNDP’s work in the area of innovative financing for SDGs.
Conduct training programme for project staff as necessary on UNDP operational/ project policies and procedures.
Conducts internal capacity building training for project staff to facilitate appropriate management and timely delivery of project outputs including in gender analysis and gender mainstreaming
5. The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that
Human rights and gender equality is prioritized as an ethical principle within all actions;
Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with “Social and Environmental Standards of UNDP”;
Any kind of diversities based on ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, class, gender are respected within all implementations including data production;
Differentiated needs of women and men are considered;
Inclusive approach is reflected within all actions and implementations, in that sense an enabling and accessible setup in various senses such as disability gender language barrier is created;
Necessary arrangements to provide gender parity within all committees, meetings, trainings etc. introduced
Minimum Qualifications
COMPETENCIES
Core Competencies
Innovation
Adept with complex concepts and challenges convention purposefully
Leadership
Generates commitment, excitement and excellence in others
People Management
Models independent thinking and action
Communication & Relationship Management
Synthesizes information to communicate independent analysis.
Delivery
Meets goals and quality criteria for delivery of products or services.
Functional Competencies
Results Based Management
Ability to manage programmes and projects with a strategy aimed at improved performance and demonstrable results
Monitoring and Evaluation
Knowledge of methodologies, assessment tools, systems and apply practical experience in planning, monitoring, evaluating and reporting and ability to apply to practical situations
Quality Assurance
Ability to perform administrative and procedural activities to ensure that quality requirements and goals are fulfilled
Collaboration and Partnership Ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside (Programmes/projects) or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support. Sets overall direction for the formation and management of strategic
relationships contributing to the overall positioning of UNDP
Learning and Development
Knowledge of enterprise learning and development issues, concepts, and principles, and ability to apply them to enhance the fulfillment and performance of employees
Gender Issues and Analysis
Knowledge of gender issues and the ability to apply to strategic and/or practical situations, including analysis of projects from a gender perspective
RECRUITMENT QUALIFICATIONS Education:
Minimum Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Political Science, Social Science, Environmental Science, or related field.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years for Master’s Degree or 6 years for Bachelor’s Degree of relevant hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects and establishing inter-relationships among international organization and national governments.
Experience including analytical work, programme/project development, project management in the areas of sustainable development, development finance, sustainable/green/social finance, public policy, environment, policy analysis, public financial management
Experience working with the government, development partners, private sector, CSO, universities will be highly desirable
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, and handling of web based management systems will be an advantage.
Knowledge of UN/UNDP’s rules and procedures would be desirable but not essential.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia in both writing and speaking.
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