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PROGRAMME MANAGER (NATIONAL) (FIXED-TERM)
Location : Jakarta, INDONESIA
Application Deadline : 19-Dec-08
Type of Contract : 100 Series
Post Level : NOB
Languages Required :
English
Duration of Initial Contract : 12 months renewable
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UNDP Indonesia's mission is to be an agent for change in the human and social development of Indonesia. We aim to be a bridge between Indonesia and all donors as well as a trusted partner to all stakeholders. We work in four key areas of development: Governance Reforms, Pro-Poor Policy Reforms, Conflict Prevention and Recovery, and Environment Management, with the overarching aim of reducing poverty in Indonesia. Besides the four priority areas, UNDP Indonesia is also engaged in a variety of crosscutting initiatives focused on HIV/AIDS, gender equality, and information and technology for development.
I. Organizational Context
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Unit Head, Poverty Reduction Unit, the Programme Manager is responsible for management of UNDP programmes, with a special focus on Papua programmes in the first instance. The Programme Manager analyzes political, social and economic trends and leads the formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio, as well as provides policy advice services.
The Programme Manager works in close collaboration with the programme and operations teams, coordinates activities of the projects staff and programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP Regional Center, UNDP HQs staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UNDP programme implementation.
II. Functions / Key Results Expected
Summary of Key Functions:
* Implementation of programme strategies, adapts processes and procedures.
* Management of the CO programmes, in particular the Papua programme in the first instance.
* Support in creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of resource mobilization strategies.
* Provision of policy advice services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management
1.Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country and preparation of substantive inputs to CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP and other documents.
* Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned. Development of the country office programme portfolio (including building capacity of civil society and government agencies to achieve the MDGs, and to contribute to pro-poor policy and poverty reduction), disseminate policy decision and respond accordingly.
* Supervise project staff to implement and monitor programme of support.
* CO business processes mapping and contribution to the preparation of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Results Management.
* Participate in office and Unit wide activities, e.g. formulation of office/Unit plans, reporting to HQs and monitoring of the Millennium Development Goals.
2.Ensures effective management of the CO programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the following results:
* Effective application of RBM tools, establishment of management targets (BSC) and monitoring achievement of results.
* Design and formulation of CO programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned; translating UNDP's priorities into local interventions; Coordination of programme implementation with the executing agencies; Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones.
* Participation in project formulation and appraisal. Review and making adjustments to project documents according to agreed-upon government priorities and available resources.
* Initiation of projects; presentation of the projects to PAC, preparation and finalization of contribution agreement; determination of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises; closure of projects through review. Programme Manager performs functions of Manager Level 1 in ATLAS for Pos and Vouchers approval; participates in recruitment process for projects.
* Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects.; identification of operational and financial problems; development of solutions.
* Participation in audit of NEX/DEX projects.
* Evaluation of the programme impact; monitoring and analysis of the programme environment, timely readjustments in portfolio.?
3.Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI's, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society in the specific thematic areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs and donors priorities.
* Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation; identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects; active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.
* Reaching out to donors, private sectors, NGOs and UN agencies in particular to promote partnerships and mobilization of the third party cost-sharing; promote and negotiate higher ratio of government cost-sharing.
4.Ensures provision of top quality policy advice services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:
* Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues
* Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country policy goals.
* Introduction of performance indicators/success criteria, targets and milestones.
* Maintain project briefs and activity information for civil society, bilateral donors, academia, private sectors and other UNDP field offices to support UNDP's public awareness activities including through preparation of statements and other communication materials.
* Development of policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.
* Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
* Organization of training for the CO staff/ projects staff on gender and programme issues.
III. Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the success of country programme within specific areas of cooperation. In particular, the key results have an impact on the formulation, operation and programming of activities, implementation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.
IV. Competencies
Corporate Responsibility & Direction:
* Serves and promotes the vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of UNDP
* Translates strategic aims into achievable plans, with established priorities; manages to them, making periodic adjustments as required
People Skills:
* Recognizes and responds appropriately to the ideas, interests, and concerns of others; gives credit to the contributions of others
* Promotes a learning environment; facilitates the development of individual and team competencies
Managing for Results:
* Plans and prioritizes work activities to meet Organizational goals
Partnering & Networking:
* Builds and sustains relationships with key constituents (internal/external/ bilateral/ multilateral/public/private; civil society)
* Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP
Innovation & Judgment:
* Conceptualizes and analyzes problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate
* Generates creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations
* Devises new systems and processes, and modifies existing ones, to support innovative behaviours
Communication:
* Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
Job Knowledge & Expertise:
* Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands
* Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource
V. Recruitment Qualifications
Education:
* Master's Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related field.
Experience:
* At least 5-7 years of post Master's relevant experience at the national or international level in the development areas such as poverty reduction and civil society/NGOs, in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
* Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
Language Requirements:
* Fluency in both written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia
Female candidates are encouraged to apply
UNDP Indonesia reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.
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