Deadline: 19 October 2021
Location: Jakarta
Job Type: Full time
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The National Mid-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) 2020-2024 reflects the Government of Indonesia’s (GOI) strong commitment to achieving the SDGs while making a significant shift towards low-carbon economic transformation. Despite the many advances pre-COVID-19, a GOI study indicated that an estimated USD 4.7 trillion (tn) of funding is required to achieve the SDGs. To address the challenges in financing SDGs and to recover the economy post COVID-19, Indonesia seeks to increase investment in SDGs through innovative financing, which the country is actively pursuing with UNDP support. As the fourth most populous country in the world, and one of the fastest growing emerging markets, Indonesia harbors a huge potential for innovative finance, including blended finance, green finance and impact investment.
UNDP Indonesia has established an Innovative Financing Lab (IFL) in 2018 that operates as collaborative space for public and private partners and other interested stakeholders with the objective to develop solutions for financing the SDGs and leverage new resources flows for sustainable development. The Lab focuses on three different but interrelated workstreams, namely Islamic and Blended Finance, Green and Sustainable Finance, and Impact Investment. Under Impact Investment workstream, The Lab attempts to strengthen the ecosystem and enabling environment of impact investing through fostering impact enterprises, co-designs and tests new financing solutions to align investments with SDGs as well as measuring progress and evaluating impact.
The Joint Programme (JP) “Accelerating SDGs Investments in Indonesia (ASSIST)” brings four UN agencies (UNDP, UNEP, UNICEF, and UNIDO) together to support the GoI to meet its SDG targets. This support will be delivered by (1) taking proven and new financing instruments to scale through the provision of pre- and post-transactions technical assistance for three financing instruments: thematic bonds, blended finance instrument, and SDG-linked loans, and (2) providing capacity building to relevant stakeholders (e.g. GoI, Local Governments (LGs), Financial Institutions, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises or SMEs) to improve institutional capacities to access and utilize finance towards the achievement of the SDGs.
The Project Management Unit (PMU) ASSIST is hosted in UNDP’s IFL and will be led by a National Project Manager (NPM), supported by a Chief Technical Expert and Technical Coordinators. To support the PMU ASSIST, Technical Coordinator Thematic Bond post is established to provide technical assistance through leveraging further capital market, strengthening public finance transparency and accountability, and co-designs and tests green and sustainable debt instruments at both national and subnational levels (such as SDG bond, green bond, blue sukuk, etc.), collaborate with key players to align investments with SDGs as well as measuring progress and evaluating impact.
In the implementation, the Technical Coordinator Thematic Bond & PFM will supervise some project teams and work collaborately with programme and operations units in the JP including with the UNICEF team, as well as with government officials, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society to successfully implement the Joint Programme. Moreover, he/she also required to support in scaling up UNDP’s IFL portolio on innovative debt instruments and PFM in close communication with UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub.
SCOPE OF WORK 1. Support the NPM in providing strategic inputs for the design and implementation of programmes/ projects. In consultation with the NPM, the technical 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 SDG finance area.
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 (RBM) 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 Programme Manager.
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 NPM in monitoring ASSIST project, liaising with participating UN agencies, key stakeholders, and responsible partners to keep track of project progresses according to plan, and assist project authorities to problem-solve and implement corrective measures.
Support NPM 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 NPM 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 ASSIST 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 SDG finance area.
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.
INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENT The Technical Coordinator Thematic Bond and PFM will work under the overall guidance of Head of IFL UNDP with direct report to NPM and CTE to overlook the implementation of Component 1 of ASSIST JP by UNDP and UNICEF, including supporting the development of framework for thematic bonds programs, impact management and of debt instrument, public finance transparency and accountability. In addition the incumbent will also support the Head of IFL in supervising and scaling up the portfolio of IFL’s on innovative debt instruments and PFM in close communication with UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub.
Minimum Qualifications
CORE BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES Achieve Results
Demonstrates focus on achieving quality results and impact
Consistently strives to meet or exceed excellent standards
Efficiently establishes appropriate plans and resources for self and others to accomplish goals
Holds self and others accountable for results
Think Innovatively
Seeks patterns and clarity outside, across and beyond boxes and categories, resists false certainty and simplistic binary choices
Looks beyond conventional approaches and established methods
Proposes new ideas, approaches and solutions to problems
Learn Continuously
Actively pursues opportunities for learning and self-development, professionally and personally
Keeps up to date with new developments in own professional area
Proactively seeks feedback, demonstrates a desire to learn from others as well as from experience, both positive and negative
Contributes to the learning of others
Adapt with Agility
Actively pursues opportunities for learning and self-development, professionally and personally
Keeps up to date with new developments in own professional area
Act with Determination
Is flexible in handling change, and adopts new ideas, approaches and ways of working
Seamlessly adapts to working with new situations or contexts, with new people, and in different ways
Participates in, supports, or drives meaningful change in UNDP
Is comfortable with ambiguity and effectively manages juggling multiple demands
Engage and Partner
Demonstrates and encourages teamwork and co-creation, internally and externally, to achieve joint objectives and results
Acts in a way that demonstrates empathy and emotional intelligence, showing consideration for the needs and feelings of others
Enable Diversity and Inclusion
Understands and appreciates issues from the perspective of others
Treats all individuals with respect, considers ethical implications and responds sensitively to all differences among people
Fully accepts and values all people, creating an inclusive environment
Understands that inclusion is multi-faceted (e.g. race, gender, age, disability, culture, etc.) and treats everyone fairly and equally
Demonstrates honesty and transparency
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES Demonstrate Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
Genuinely care about people; demonstrate empathy with the joys and pains of others
Enable the wellbeing of the team(s)
Read a group’s emotional currents and power relationships, identifying influencers, networks, and organisational dynamics; adapt leadership styles at the appropriate times
See the positive in people, situations, and events
Motivate and Direct
Create and communicate a compelling vision and purpose
Align people and resources with organisational vision, strategy, objectives
Understand and proactively build the team/organisation culture
Build an Enabling Workplace
Create a working environment where people are engaged and want to do their best; empower and enable team members to perform and have a positive workplace experience
Promote honesty, openness, trust and psychological safety and create opportunities to innovate and learn
Recruit and promote individuals based upon objective measures and meritocracy; acknowledge and utilise the talent of others
Encourage collective action and integration
Build Capability
Identify and develop talent in individuals, providing positive support to enable them to achieve their potential
Foster learning or development of others by giving feedback, guidance, and support; support career development of others
Have willingness and ability to delegate to help people learn, including from failure
Manage Performance and Ensure Accountability
Ensure regular conversations with people about work
Provide positive and constructive feedback
Discuss poor performance in a timely manner
Provide praise and recognition, as well as ensure accountability
Lead with Humility
Be authentic and transparent, act with integrity
Be accessible and available to team members they lead
Encourage debate and discussion, creating a culture where people are comfortable to challenge senior leaders and feel listened to
Be modest, giving credit for success to others and admit own shortcomings
CROSS FUNCTIONAL AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Digital Awareness and Literacy
Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skilfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed
Working with Evidence and Data
Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making
Communication
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience
Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
Gender
Gender Mainstreaming
UN policy knowledge - ethics
Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity
Innovation
Technology and Innovation
Verbal and written communication
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey key facts and findings
RECRUITMENT QUALIFICATIONS Academic Education:
Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Economics, Finance, International Relations, Engineering, or other related fields.
Experience:
2 years for candidate with Bachelor’s Degree or no experience for candidate with Master Degree.
Required Skills:
Excellent analytical and writing skills;
Excellent organizational and communication skills;
Language:
Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia in both writing and speaking.
Additional Skills and Competencies:
Relevant experience in project design or management, policy analysis, monitoring and evaluation in the domains of capital market, fiscal policy, private and financial sector development, innovative financial solutions would be highly desirable.
Knowledge and experience of UN Common System is an advantage.
Experience in working with development partners, government on programing in relation to sustainable development, SDGs and innovative finance would be preferrable
Experience of working with the government, financial institutions, development partners, private sector, universities, institutional invsetors on innovative finance will be an advantage.
Knowledge of major international/national green and sustainable bonds market, framework, issuance modalities and procedures of debt instrument, blended finance, and development economies will be a strong asset
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.
Familiarity with UNDP development projects in Indonesia is an advantage
Knowledge of and experience in supporting administration of Learning Technology, Learning Management System, or Sustainable Development Goals related projects will be highly desirable.
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