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Job Title: Country Programme Support Officer
Organisation: United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About UNOPS:
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)’ mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.
About Cities Alliance:
Cities Alliance, which is hosted by UNOPS, is the global partnership promoting the role of cities in poverty reduction and sustainable development. Headquartered in Brussels and supported by a Secretariat, it is a unique partnership with a diverse membership which has come together to strengthen both impacts and coherence in urban development. Cities Alliance is a global leader, with a strong track record in grant-making to support strategic citywide planning, slum upgrading strategies and national policies designed to make cities more inclusive.
Job Summary: The Programme Support Officer will strengthen the Cities Alliance presence in the country and the quality of programming undertaken both by the Cities Alliance directly and by partner organisations. The Programme Support Officer will be a key member of a small in-country office under the guidance and supervision of the Country Programmes Coordinator/Africa Regional Manager. The Programme Support Officer will work closely with the different Cities Alliance Project and Programme Managers in charge of activities in Uganda providing support as required. This support will extend to research, analytics and donor reporting, M&E at project and portfolio level and organisation/facilitation of events, workshops and other communications activities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the design and development of Uganda country programme, through analysis, background research, document writing and consultation/facilitation.
- Act as a key in-country resource enabling the setup of new initiatives , such as the new Cities Alliance Joint Work Programme on Cities and Migration. This may include support in logistics, arranging key stakeholder meetings and the preparation of briefing notes and other documentation.
- Provide in-country support to ongoing project activities in coordination and cooperation with project partners. This may include attending meetings, workshops and stakeholder consultations, reviewing project documents, coordinating and communicating with project stakeholders, providing logistical support and organising travel arrangements.
- Develop a Uganda Monitoring and Evaluation system for the country programme that links to the overall corporate results framework of the Cities Alliance. The incumbent will also provide M&E services for identified projects.
- Monitor assigned projects ensuring that they are delivering according to the requested quality standards and within budget and time. This may also include support to implementing partners to strengthen their capacity, and specific guidance on M&E and reporting requirements.
- Support the development of new proposals through the collection of secondary information and the writing up of appropriate context and political economy analysis.
- On request, review and comment on relevant documents both directly relevant to the Uganda Country programme, project activities in Uganda and other related issues. This may also include support to the drafting of communications material related to activities in Uganda, such as blog posts, articles, project and issue briefs and city profiles.
- Support the organisation of events in Uganda and east Africa. This may include logistical support, including procurement of goods and services, travel arrangements, drafting and disseminating concept notes, meeting agendas and event invitations, and coordinating relevant stakeholders.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Country Programme Support Officer job opportunity should hold an advanced university degree (Masters’ or equivalent) in Urban Planning, Urban Sociology, Politics, Economics or other related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelors) in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- A minimum of two years of relevant working experience in the Uganda urban field or in programme/project support role or related fields.
- Languages: Fluency in English is required.
Competencies:
- Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
- Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
- Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
- Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
- Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
- Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
- Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
How to Apply:
If interested in joining the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in the aforementioned capacity, please click on link below to visit website and create profile or express interest if you already have a profile on the UN system.
Deadline: 7th March 2019
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