Director - Country Office

Job categories Leadership, Partnerships, Programme Management

Vacancy code VA/2019/B5116/17534

Level ICS-12

Department/office ECR, UAMCO, Ukraine MCO

Duty station Kiev, Ukraine

Contract type Fixed Term

Contract level P5

Duration 1 year, renewable

Application period 12-Mar-2019 to 25-Mar-2019

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.

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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' peace building, humanitarian and development projects around the world. 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 organisations.

Following the signing of the Host Country Agreement on 22 November 2016, UNOPS Ukraine office was established on the 1st of April 2017. According to the Agreement, UNOPS Ukraine is mandated to provide a broad spectrum of services to the Government and people of Ukraine including but not limited to procurement, contracting, recruitment and administration, implementation of technical assistance, humanitarian and investment projects that are funded by the Government, international organisations, local communities, foreign governments and non-for-profit organisations, international financial institutions, UN Agencies and alike.

UNOPS currently supports the various partners including the Government of Ukraine by implementing projects, providing management advisory, procurement, transactional and project management services in multiple sectors. UNOPS Ukraine is the signatory of UNDAF (UNPAF) and is one of the leading contributors to its implementation.

The Director of Ukraine Country Office represents UNOPS in Ukraine, on behalf of the Regional Director. The Regional Director provides general direction and guidance for the role. The incumbent oversees all partnership, project management and support services in the Country Office and delivering timely and cost effective services for sustainable results by partners and stakeholders.

Functional Responsibilities

Summary of key results: Country Office leadership Alliance building, ne...

Summary of key results:

Country Office leadership
Alliance building, networking and advocacy
Service delivery and quality assurance
Representation and inter-agency coordination
Knowledge management and innovation

1. Country Office leadership

Lead the development of the Country Office strategy in collaboration with the Regional Office.
Determine priorities and supervise the implementation of work plans to manage the strategic and operational risks associated with the Country Office programme of engagements.
In collaboration with the team and partners, establish annual objectives and targets, performance measurements, standards and results expected to ensure timely and partner oriented services.
Provide oversight over performance of the office, oversee progress towards achieving annual objectives and take decisions to ensure the delivery of results as planned.
Plan and propose to the Regional Director the resources required (human, financial and administrative) to ensure financial sustainability in accordance with UNOPS standards of ethics and integrity.
Operate within the defined limits of authority on matters of Engagements, Partnerships, Finance, Procurement and Human Resources and subject to any limits or conditions that may be imposed as per delegated authority.
Plan, recruit, manage and develop a flexible workforce with the skills and competencies needed to ensure optimum performance, and ensure gender and geographical diversity.
Foster a positive work environment, respectful of both men and women, and ensure that the highest standards of conduct are observed.
Oversee, monitor and direct appropriate measures to maintain the safety and security of UNOPS personnel [and their eligible dependants], assets, property and information within the respective area of responsibility.
In consultation with the UNOPS Chief of Security act as the UNOPS Security Focal Point (SFP) in Ukraine, including participating actively in the Security Management Team (SMT) and perform duties on security as outlined in the Framework of Accountability in the UN Security Management System Policy manual.

2. Alliance building, networking and advocacy

Keep abreast of and assess the needs of the relevant national government and other UNOPS partners operating in the country, to identify and plan with them (and the Regional Director) areas for leveraging UNOPS services/competencies in project service delivery and management that will facilitate their achievement of sustainable results.
Actively represent UNOPS' role and participation in UN common engagement tools.
Build and strengthen strategic partnerships in the country through active networking, advocacy and effective communication of UNOPS competencies in project service delivery and management to develop opportunities and engagements with new partners.
Keep the Regional Director informed/advised on opportunities and/or challenges to strengthen UNOPS capacity for programme management and business development in the country.

3. Service delivery and quality assurance

Drive, monitor and supervise the overall timely and cost-effective delivery of the Country Office programmes, according to partner expectations, approved budgets and full cost recovery.
Take overall responsibility for financial decisions, and exercise financial control to ensure the fiscal health/sustainability of the Country Office, including compliance with financial report submissions.
Provide advice to the Regional Director and peers, on opportunities to further enhance UNOPS’ sustainable contribution to the achievement of results in the country and region.
Implement internal performance and quality control systems for the Country Office including tracking, monitoring and reporting on project delivery and financials.
Evaluate performance to measure efficacy and alignment of the Country Office, with the organisational/regional/country strategies and compliance with UNOPS standards of accuracy, transparency and accountability and to ensure that service delivery reinforces business development objectives.

4. Representation and inter-agency coordination

Represent UNOPS in relevant inter-agency and external meetings/bodies to promote the organization, influence policy discussion and identify potential areas for UNOPS partnership and engagement.
Represent UNOPS in the UN Country Team (UNCT), and supports the UNCT programming and advocacy activities.
Participate actively and effectively in UNCT meetings, and contributes to the formulation and implementation of United Nations Development Assistance Framework/One Programme, Integrated Strategic Framework, and Delivering as One within the country.
Is accountable to the Resident Coordinator for actions as part of the UNCT, making substantial contribution to UNCT's work, and assuming a leadership role, as relating to UNOPS' mandate.
Participate in UNCT initiatives to strengthen UN coherence, inclusiveness, and aid effectiveness, including playing an active role in the Operations Management Teams (OMTs) and other senior management group of the country team.
Keep UN Resident Coordinator abreast of UNOPS activities within the country through regular communication, including a formal regular reporting on business acquisition and implementation of activities led by UNOPS as part of the UNDAF

5. Knowledge management and innovation

Contribute to the development and introduction of innovation to ensure UNOPS is continually incorporating best practices approaches in the delivery of regional portfolio.
Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for corporate development planning and knowledge building.
Contribute to the planning, implementation and organization of strategic capacity building of personnel, partners and stakeholders.
Establish priorities, in consultation with the Regional Director, for targeted investments in growth and innovation and as a member of the UNOPS global management team, contribute to identification and implementation of innovation and continuous improvement in support of organisational excellence and world-class performance.

Education

A Master’s degree in a relevant field is required, preferably internationa...

Experience

A minimum of 10 years of experience that combines strategic and managerial leade...

Languages

Fluency in English and a full working knowledge of Russian is essential. Knowled...

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.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.

Additional Considerations

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Contract type, level and duration

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