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• Work closely with key clients to facilitate
  the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned
  programmes/projects;
• Keenly monitor and analyze specific aspects
  of programme/project development and implementation; Review relevant
  documents and reports;
• Identify problems and issues to be addressed
  and recommend corrective actions;
• Work closely with relevant parties; Identify and
  track follow-up actions.
• Conduct basic research on selected aspects of
  programmes, operations and other activities to include collecting,
  analyzing and presenting statistical data and other information gathered
  from diverse sources.
• Offer substantive support for policy
  coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis
  of emerging issues and trends in the area of mission support
• Assist in performing consulting assignments,
  in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops,
  through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action
  plan the client will use to manage the change.
• Take part in survey initiatives; assist with
  design of data collection tools; issue data collection tools, review,
  analyze and interpret responses, identify problems/issues and prepare
  preliminary conclusions.
• Provide administrative and substantive
  support to consultative and other meetings, conference, to include
  proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants,
  preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics.
  
• Carry out outreach activities; participate in
  the development of training workshops, seminars, participate in and make
  presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Significantly contribute to the preparation
  of various written outputs, e.g. project reports, draft background papers,
  analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, input to publications
  Actively participate in field missions, including provision of substantive
  and administrative support, data collection.
• Coordinate activities related to budget
  funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports,
  financial statements) and preparation of related documents/reports
  (pledging, work programme, programme budget).
• Coordinate and consolidate donor reporting;
• Coordination of the preparation of annual
  work plan and budget and consolidation of inputs from relevant project
  managers.
• Provides support in the procurement process;
  maintain the knowledge management database.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations
  RSCE Associate Programme Management Officer should hold an advanced
  university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Business
  Administration, Management, Economics, Public Administration or a related
  field. A first level university degree with a combination with qualifying
  experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• At least two years of progressively
  responsible experience in Project/Programme Management, development,
  related area and a master’s degree or equivalent, or 4 years of work experience
  in relevant area with a first university degree (bachelor degree) is
  required. Project proposal/Grant writing experience is desirable.
• Languages: Fluency in oral and written English
  is required.

• Professionalism: Ability to perform a broad range of
  administrative functions, e.g., budget/work planning, human resources,
  database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United
  Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and
  regulations in work situations. Shows pride in work and in achievements;
  is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines
  and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal
  concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or
  challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for
  incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of
  women and men in all areas of work.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and
  effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others
  and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
  interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style
  and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information
  and keeping people informed.
• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are
  consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and
  assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount
  of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for
  contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as
  necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
  colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely
  valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others;
  places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance
  with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely
  reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts
  joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

• Cover Letter (letter of motivation or
  application letter);
• The United Nations Personal History form
  (P-11), Download Here;
• Proof of required academic certificates;
• Employment verification letter from most
  recent employer (for external applicants)
• Internal candidates must submit 2 most recent
  performance evaluations and external candidates must submit two reference
  letters

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