Project Senior Advisor

Job categories Administration, Finance

Vacancy code VA/2020/B5417/19970

Level ICS-12

Department/office LCR, CEMCO, Honduras

Duty station Home based

Contract type International ICA

Contract level IICA-4

Duration 12 months with the possibility of extension subject to budget availability and job performance

Application period 18-Jun-2020 to 08-Jul-2020

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.

This vacancy has been cancelled.

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Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 6,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS has been providing Advisory Services to the Pension Funds and the National...

Functional Responsibilities

The Senior Advisor (Infrastructure Finance / Private Debt), will work in the pro...

The Senior Advisor (Infrastructure Finance / Private Debt), will work in the projects listed on section 1 focusing on the following results:

Advisory on compliance and implementation of the Sustainable Infrastructure Investment Fund (SIIF)

Work closely with the Project Manager and team to develop relationships with key institutions and decision makers in the Honduran government entities, development banks, and other relevant stakeholders;
Establish solid working relationship with the project board, client and key stakeholders such as CABEI and the Green Climate Fund;
Advise the client on issues that may impact the achievement of their outcomes (including issues of sustainability and post project requirements such as financial oversight and portfolio management processes).

Financial strategy, policy and process definition for portfolio strategy in fund management

Lead the development of the financial, commercial and overall portfolio procedures and policies, working with the other experts and leadership of the PPP & Infrastructure Finance Advisory Services team.
Deal with the Central American Bank for Economic Integration and other financial institutions to ensure alignment of the services to be provided.
Address risk and compliance matters regarding project or portfolio financing and management (Project Preparation Facility or Asset Management Funds); .
A Senior Advisor at this level would be expected to provide expert advice on strategic decisions on complex issues and at times, also guide on actual writing or reports and analysis by finance specialists, being flexible and working with all the team to ensure delivery of quality results for our partners and customers.

Work with Public Private Partnerships (PPP) Legal, financial and technical specialists and contractors

Work with the team of expert advisors on legal, financial and tax areas on regulation, rules, procedures, risk assessments, regulation and other legal aspects involved in PPP/ Fund management;
Work closely with technical experts to ensure the smooth integration of all documentation and impact across the legal and financial documentation;
Lead or support the negotiation of shareholder agreements, and any terms and conditions for the implementation of the legal agreements of the Fund.
Work with UNOPS own and external auditors in securing compliance and proper risk management.

This position is home-based and depending on the home location, the selected candidate will be required to travel at least 35% of his/her service time.

The Senior Advisor will provide his/her services under the retainer modality (daily rate), therefore the work plan for each project will be agreed with the Project Manager and / or the Country Director.

To obtain detailed information on specific functions, please reviewed attached Terms of References

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education: A third level education degree (master’s degree or e...

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.

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.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: International Individual Contractor (Retainer) Contract level: ...

Additional Considerations

Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time Applications ...

Additional information

1. TDR Senior Project Advisor rev CM Jun 11 2020 - Google Docs.pdf (428 KB)

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TOGETHER, WE BUILD THE FUTURE

UNOPS – an operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.

Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development.

We are proud of our people. The UNOPS family brings together approximately 160 nationalities, represented by over 5,000 UNOPS personnel as well as some 7,800 personnel recruited on behalf on our partners. Spread across 80 countries, our workforce is rich in diversity and culture – with inclusion at its core.

We understand the importance of balancing professional and personal demands and offer several flexible working options.

Explore what we offer here.