UN Jobs – Programme Management Officer – Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)

Job Title:    Programme Management Officer

Organisation: Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)

Vacancy Number: 22-Programme Management-OHCHR-173788-J-Entebbe (R)

Duty Station:  Entebbe, Uganda

Reports to: Coordinator of the Commission of Human Rights Experts (CHRE) on Ethiopia

Grade: P3

About US:

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) represents the world’s commitment to universal ideals of human dignity. We have a unique mandate from the international community to promote and protect all human rights. The High Commissioner for Human Rights is the principal human rights official of the United Nations. The High Commissioner heads OHCHR and spearheads the United Nations’ human rights efforts. We offer leadership, work objectively, educate and take action to empower individuals and assist States in upholding human rights.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

• Monitors and analyzes programme development and implementation in relation to the CHRE on Ethiopia; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
• Ensures efficient management of human resources and general administration; ensures that all initiatives and actions relating to human resources are in line with UN rules and procedures, and provides advice to staff and managers on human resources issues; implement and monitored all support services.
• Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the Team, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan.
• Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
• Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies.
• Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
• Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
• Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
• Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Participates in the preparation of investigative missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties, and in the planning and organization of investigative team meetings/travels and high level meetings in Geneva and elsewhere.
• Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant for the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Programme Management Officer job should hold an Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area is required.
• A minimum of two years of experience working within the UN common system, or other similar international organisations is desirable.
• Experience working with an ERP system, such as UMOJA, is desirable.
• Experience in working on human rights issues is desirable.
• Languages: For the position, fluency in English is required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; 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.
• 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.
• 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.

How to Apply:

All interested candidates who wish to join the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in the aforementioned capacity are encouraged to click on the link below and follow the application instructions after reviewing the job details.

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Deadline: 16^th February 2022

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