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Programme Associate ( Shelter and Non-food Items)/ UNOPS (1Position) Khartoum
UNHCR

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is seeking for qualified candidate to fill the following post:
 


 Type of contract: UNOPS Contract
 Grade Level: LICA 6
 Duty Station: Khartoum
 Duration: Till 31 December 2018
 Closing Date: 27 Jan 2018

 
 Background:

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The incumbent normally receives guidance from more senior programme staff in the operation. He/she may receive indirect guidance from other sections and units relevant to the country programme(s). UNHCR Manual, Operations Plans, UN and UNHCR financial/budgetary rules and regulations will guide the work of the Programme Associate. S/he is expected to stay abreast of the challenges posed to the region by the political context, the UN and humanitarian reform and institutional developments       

The incumbent is expected to have contacts within the organization and outside the duty station, as well as with partners and other stakeholders to collect information, monitor programme activities and implement administrative requirements



 
 Duties and responsibilities:

FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT

Accountability

  • The needs of persons of concern in the country are assessed and analysed in a participatory manner and using an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective to form a firm basis for planning.
  • IP agreements are established in a timely manner, regularly monitored and reported on in compliance with established guidelines and procedures.

Responsibility

  • Assist in negotiating agreements with partners and ensure that Project Partnership Agreements (PPA) are established in conformity with UNHCR’s financial rules and the latest Headquarters’ instructions.
  • Undertake proper collection, monitoring and use of baselines, standards and indicators needed to measure and analyse programme performance, trends and target interventions for shelter and non-food items (NFI) for internally displaced people, returnees, and refugees for all areas of responsibility under UNHCR Sudan..
  • Review the implementation and performance of partners through appropriate physical monitoring to evaluate the projects by reviewing work plans, progress reports, budget, financial reports and expenditures; undertake field visits as required of shelter and NFI projects in close coordination with relevant sections and key stakeholders (program, Refugee Coordination Forum, site planners and Shelter/NFI field focal points etc.).
  • Use UNHCR’s corporate tools (e.g. Global Focus, Focus Client) to assess the technical soundness of the operation and generate data for evidence-based decisions at the country-level.
  • Assist in keeping donor representatives briefed on developments and assist in the development of funding submissions, appeals and reports.
  • Assist in ensuring compliance in issuance of audit certificates for UNHCR partners.
  • Support in implementation and monitor NFI/Shelter activities, liaison and information sharing with different governmental entities, UN agencies, NGOs, and other key stakeholders.
  • Support desk research and evaluate local context on NFI/Shelter issues and prepare background information to support the development of new project proposals.
  • Convene  and chair/co-chair, in the absence of the National Sector Coordinator for Shelter and NFI, monthly coordination meetings, sector-specific meetings such as Strategic Advisory Group, technical working groups and Technical Advisory Groups (TAG).
  • Participate and support in interagency needs assessment meetings and field missions as required.
  • Participate and support in the preparation of annual response plans with UNHCR partners.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Authority

  • Provide inputs for the country operations plan (including budgets, staffing levels and structures) as well as prepare inputs for funding submissions, appeals and reports.
  • Enforce compliance with UNHCR’s global strategies, protocols and guidelines.
  • Represent UNHCR in physical monitoring of projects.

 
 Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • Completion of Secondary education and post-secondary training/ certificate in Business Administration, Social Science, International Law or related field
  • Minimum 6 years of previous job experience relevant to the function
  • Computer skills (in MS office)
  • Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language (Arabic)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

  • Completion of the UNHCR Learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position
  • Good knowledge of UNHCR financial rules, procedures and processes
  • Knowledge of UNHCR specific programmes (MSRP, Focus, etc.)
  • Prior exposure to UNHCR refugee operations and functions relating to office administration and programme activities.

REQUIRED MANAGERIAL & CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

  • Managing Resources.
  • Analytical Thinking.
  • Planning and Organizing.

In order to be considered for this position , candidates are required to complete and submit the NEW UNHCR P11 Form.


Only short listed candidates will be notified.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Candidate Assessments may include a written examination followed by a Competency Based Interview.

 








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