Programme Management - Senior Assistant

Job categories Administration

Vacancy code VA/2020/B5003/19374

Department/office GPO, NYPO, SDC, Grant Management Services

Duty station New York, United States of America

Contract type Local ICA Support

Contract level LICA-5

Duration 4 Months (Not exceeding 60 days)

Application period 10-Feb-2020 to 24-Feb-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 - Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development
projects around the world. UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that
increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development
projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project
management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United
Nations organizations.

Launched in 1992, the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP) has been
promoting grassroots actions to address global environmental concerns. SGP aims to deliver global
environmental benefits in the GEF focal area of biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation,
protection of international waters, prevention of land degradation (primarily desertification and deforestation),
and elimination of persistent organic pollutants through community-based approaches. SGP is a corporate
programme of the GEF. It is implemented by UNDP and executed by UNOPS.

The Australian Government is providing support to the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) to
implement small-scale community-based climate change adaptation activities through the Global
Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP). The program is implemented across 42
countries, and includes the Small Island Developing States Community Based Adaptation program (SIDS
CBA) and its predecessor the Mekong and Asia pacific Community Based Adaptation Program (MAP-CBA).
The SIDS-CBA has three goals: i). to improve the adaptive capacity of communities to reduce vulnerability to
the adverse effects of climate change risks; ii). to provide countries with concrete ground-level experience
with local climate change adaptation; and iii) to provide clear policy lessons and mainstream within national
processes across scale. There are four program level outcomes: 1. capacity building for NGOs; 2.
mainstreaming of community level climate change adaptation; 3. national and sub-national systems
strengthening; and 4. knowledge sharing.

Within the framework of the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned all or part of the following duties
which are performed according to organizational needs and structure:

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Associate Portfolio Manager, the Programme
Management - Senior Assistant provides support to the Community Based Adaptation Programme in assisting with the administrative and operational aspects of the CBA Global Workshop which will be held in
May 2020 in Belize. The role is varied and requires a motivated, self-managing, problem solving individual,
who can anticipate and resolve emerging issues. In the discharge of her/his duties, the Programme
Management - Senior Assistant liaises with all CBA personnel as required in order to ensure consistent
service delivery. Programme Management - Senior Assistant promotes a client-, quality- and results-oriented
approach. He/she works in close collaboration with the CBA Programme Officer, SGP team in Belize and
UNOPS Associate Portfolio Manager.

Functional Responsibilities

Assistance in organizing CBA global workshop planning activities, outlining the ...

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc...

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.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

a. Education A High School Diploma is required Bachelor's degree or equ...

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA) Contract level: LICA...

Additional Considerations

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

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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.

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