United Nations Development Program Office is seeking highly qualified professional to fill in position of National Programme Manager

1. Project Title: UNDP Ukraine Integrity Programme

2. Post Title:National Programme Manager

3. Duration of employment:3 years

4. Full time

5. Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine

6. Duties and responsibilities:

Under the supervision of National Executing Agency (NEA) and UNDP, the National Programme Manager (NPM) will ensure management and coordination of the Programme components is conducted according to the Programme Document and the UNDP Rules and Regulations. The management and coordination process will be pursued through undertaking appropriate actions in the area of programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation.

Responsibilities:

• Represent technical advisory support of UNDP to the NEA as part of the Programme Support Unit. In this regard, perform as the specialized arm of UNDP assistance in the subject area.
• Responsible to the NPD, in close cooperation with UNDP, for the overall operational management of the project and delivery of results, in accordance with the project document, work plans and other joint agreements between the NEA and UNDP.
• Prepare, update and implement annual and quarterly work plans and progress reports, in close cooperation with the NPD and UNDP. The work plans should include program initiatives, training, operational issues. Based on approved annual and quarterly work plans, perform the day-to-day management of the project on behalf of the NPD as per her/his delegation of authority.
• Lead and manage the professional and support staff of the Program Support Unit, ensuring the effective performance and delivery of results and impact. This includes short-term and long-term expertise as well.
• Coordinate and manage programme activities from substantive, administrative and financial points of view, manage strategic planning and systematic coordination of PMU activities
• Provide leadership in advocating programme objectives, and in assuring that all interested parties are well informed about the programme activities and goals.
• Manage day-to-day programme implementation, conceptualization and exit strategies.
• Ensure timely preparation and compilation of the Sub-programme Quarterly Work plans/ Progress Reports/Budget Forecasts and its submission to the UNDP.
• Mobilize, manage and deliver all the inputs required for successful implementation – recruitment of expertise, sub-contracts, training, procurement and other inputs of the project in accordance with established UNDP norms.
• Engage and provide policy advisory support, taking responsibility for making policy and institutional impact. In this regard, ensures availability of up to date information on all critical issues in the subject area.
• Provide the professional platform for networking and partnership building with the government, local authorities, non-government, private sector and international development organizations or projects.
• Develop and manage the performance and impact assessment system for the project. This should be in line with the UNDP Strategic Results Framework.
• Ensure the maintenance of sound filing system and appropriate use and recording of all equipment that is under ownership of UNDP.
• Participate and contribute to the regular monthly Program Managers’ Meetings at UNDP. Similarly, participate as required in the UNDP staff meetings and, when appropriate, conduct learning sessions.
• Assume direct responsibility for managing the project budget, based on the delegation of authority, on behalf of the NPD. Ensure that project funds are available when needed and disbursements achieved as per the work plans. Ensure appropriate recording and accounting documentation as required by UNDP and preparation of required financial reports. Make the financial operations of the project transparent and stands up to regular audits.
• Ensure documentation of the experience of UNDP assistance through the project and its dissemination through the Country Office. In this regard, prepare quarterly and annual reports, publication serials and information/communication materials. Similarly, ensure use of UN and other web sites for dissemination of information.
• Assure communication outreach, arrange PR and media activities that enhance knowledge dissemination and recognition of UNDP as a core partner of the government and people.
• Provide through progress reporting continuous analysis of the achievements, facilitate project reviews, evaluation and audits.
• Organize and manage all administrative activities required to maintain the flow of resources and to eliminate obstacles.
• Organize and manage formulation of Strategic Results Frameworks; monitor progress achieved against the indicators set in SRF.
• Liaise with government stakeholders and other partners to ensure proper coordination and partnership in common development efforts.
• Align the programme activities with the National programmes/strategies and contribute to the capacity building of the national counterpart institutions.
• Supervise directly the PMU staff.

Qualifications:

• National Programme Manager should have a Master’s (or equivalent) degree in Human Rights / Social Sciences / development related studies.
• The NPM should be highly competent and knowledgeable in issues related to Human Rights, Governance and Policy Development and have practical experience in working with central and local administrations and senior government officials.
• Mature judgment combined with a proactive, energetic approach to problem solving. Strong organizational and time management skills are a must.
• S(he) should possess sufficient experience and skills in institution-building and human resource development.
• The NPM must possess good programme management skills, including administrative and financial aspects and must be computer literate.
• Fluency in Ukrainian and a very good command of English, including writing skills, is mandatory.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to think clearly and precisely articulate are essential.

Applications in English language with the reference to this position are to be submitted to e-mail address : vegorov@un.kiev.ua, or fax (044) 253-26-07.

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UNDP will use a transparent and competitive screening process, though will only contact those applicants in whom there is further interest. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.