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Programme Associate (Nationals Only)Employer UNDP |
| Information on vacancy | |
| Period of publication | 11.09.2024 - 25.09.2024 |
| Field of activity / position: |
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| Duties | Background: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a 'leave no one behind' approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. In September 2015, the General Assembly adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This global "plan of action for people, planet and prosperity" is anchored on 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The agenda's results framework that captures universal aspirations across three dimensions of sustainable development: economic development, social development and environmental protection. The 2030 Agenda is an integrated, indivisible agenda, which balances the economic, social and environmental dimensions of sustainability, the success of which will depend on the extent to which coherent, evidence-based plans and policies are formulated and implemented at country, regional and global levels. In April 2018, the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan invited the UN and World Bank-led Mainstreaming Acceleration and Policy Support (MAPS) mission. Following the MAPS mission, on 20 October 2018 Uzbekistan adopted its national SDGs, including 16 national Goals and 125 national targets. This work was further completed with the adoption of 2016 national SDG indicators in March 2019. SDGs are grounded on the key principle of "Leaving No One behind" in promoting sustainable development, including in efforts to eradicate poverty. In line with this principle, UNDP globally and at country levels helps countries in promoting inclusive growth and sustainable incomes. In doing so, and in particular in Uzbekistan, UNDP works with the Government of Uzbekistan and other national partners to enhance sustainable employment opportunities for youth, women, PwDs; promotes inclusive business models and trade promotion; supports capacity building for evidence based policy research to address the needs of the most vulnerable; and promote financing for development for the achievement of SDGs. In light of this, under the guidance and direct supervision of Inclusive Growth Cluster Lead, the Programme Associate supports analyzes of socio-economic trends and participates in the formulation, management and implementation of programme activities within a portfolio. The portfolio comprises the specialized, sectoral areas of: 1. Inclusive Economic Development and Entrepreneurship; 2. Trade and employment promotion, 3. Innovative Financing for Sustainable Development; 4. Policy Research for Sustainable Development. The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with the CO Management Support and Business Development, Programme and Operations teams, programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP HQs staff as required for resolving complex finance-related issues and exchange of information. The Programme Associate ensures effective delivery of the CO programme by entering and managing data and supporting programme implementation consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. Position Purpose: Under the overall guidance of the Inclusive Growth Cluster Lead, the Programme Associate ensures effective delivery of the CO programme by entering and managing data and supporting programme implementation consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and projects' staff in the CO and UNDP HQ, and UN Agencies to exchange information and resolve complex finance-related issues. UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Support formulation of programme strategies and implementation of the Country Programme Documents (CPDs): • Collect, analyze and provide background information for preparation of CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP, effective application of RBM tools and establishment of Baselines, Milestones and Targets (BMT). • Provide information/evidence to guide future programming and identify implementation arrangements, draft project documents, work plans, budgets, proposals on implementation arrangements. 2. Provide effective support to management of the Country Office programme: • Create project in ERP, prepare required budget revisions, revise project status, determine unutilized funds, and ensure operational and financial closure of a project. • Provide day-to-day guidance to implementing partners on implementation of projects, and track use of financial resources. • Contribute to the effective management of data in programme implementation, across the data lifecycle. Follow up on programme and project performance indicators/ success criteria, targets and milestones, preparation of reports, and implementation of corporate results-based management mechanisms and tools. • Identify programme related bottlenecks and propose solutions. • Make preparations for external and internal programme/project audits, and support implementation of audit recommendations. • Provide administrative support to the Programme unit by maintaining internal expenditure system and performing quality assurance review of technical reports and payments that includes following up with other units and taking timely corrective actions. • Support implementation of the CO partnership and resource mobilization strategies: 3. Analyze information on donors and prepare donor profiles: • Track and report on mobilized resources. • Review contributions agreements and manage contributions in ERP. 4. Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the Country Office: In assigned programme areas: • Organize and deliver programme related training for relevant programme and operations personnel. • Compile lessons learned and best practices. • Provide contributions to knowledge networks, communities of practice and digital knowledge platforms. 5. Provides administrative support to the Programme Unit: • Review of NIM projects Financial Reports; preparation of non-PO vouchers for development projects. • Support the Programme Unit with other administrative issues. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: None |
| Requirements to the candidate | |
| Age: | Irrelevant |
| Gender: | Irrelevant |
| Residence: | Tashkent, Uzbekistan |
| Education: | Irrelevant |
| Professional requirements | Required Skills and Experience 1. Education: • Secondary education is required. • A university degree (Bachelor´s degree) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or related field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement. 2.Experience: • A minimum of 6 years (with secondary education) or 3 years (with bachelor's degree) of relevant progressively responsible administrative/management or programme experience is required at the national and/or international level. • Professional experience in international development with a focus on innovative finance, business support, SDG finance, insurance, taxation, digital economy, green economy etc. • Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners • Proven ability to work with quantitative and qualitative data, and appropriately use of qualitative data/information collection tools in innovative ways • Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), database packages, and web-based management systems such as ERP. • Ability to review and edit documents, ability to produce meeting reports identifying key actions. 3. Language: • Fluency in English and Uzbek is required. • Good command Russian is desirable. Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period. |
| Working conditions | |
| Region | Tashkent |
| Employment | Full |
| Salary offered | G6 |
| Extra motivation | • Annual Leave • Sick leave (certified and uncertified) • Maternity leave • Parental leave • Medical insurance |
| Additional information | |
| Additional information: | To apply please use the link: https://estm.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/20612 |
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