Closing Date: 15-May-2012
Functional Responsibilities
The Programme Manager will provide leadership on policy, technical matters, institutional development, and capacity development as determined in the Mine Action strategy.
Working with UNMAS, UNOPS and specifically the national mine action and ERW institutions, the Programme Manager is responsible for the following:
1. Responsible for developing and maintaining a mine action concept of operations and a mine action plan under the guidance of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) or the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General (DSRSG) and in cooperation with peacekeeping and political missions, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant partners. The Programme Manager will advise DPKO, and other UN agencies and the local authorities on all aspects of a comprehensive mine action programme, including coordination, institutional arrangements, information management, quality management, clearance, survey, marking, risk reduction education and resource mobilization. When required, in consultation with UNMAS, he/she may advise and assist local authorities in establishing and/or supporting national mine action programmes.
2. Provide advice to the mine action and ERW institutions in developing priorities, work programmes, quarterly reports, annual accounts and annual reports of the mine action and ERW institutions to the respective authorities, donors and other international partners, and UN Agencies.
3. Advise the national mine action and ERW institutions on co-ordination mechanisms and maintenance of relationships with local administrations and organizations charged with mine action and ERW related issues.
4. Provide mine action technical advice to Peace Keeping and/or Political missions (SRSG, DSRSG, RC and/or Force Commander) and the country team, and will work closely with the Peace Keeping and/or Political missions and the country team, SRSG, DSRSG and/or RC in determining priority tasks for mine action in the country
5. Provide technical advice and guidance to other UN agencies and partners when requested.
6. Responsible for establishing and maintaining a database of landmine and ERW-related information, and a master map of mine-affected areas. DMAS/PM actively seeks the information necessary to update and refine this database. He/she will act as the point of contact for, UN agencies, nongovernmental organizations and other organizations seeking information on the mine/ERW situation.
7. Manage the overall implementation of the mine action and ERW component, as outlined in the current Strategy Document, and amend the document, as may be necessary, for approval by the relevant parties.
8. Ensure that all mine action and ERW activities are implemented in accordance with the current UN Inter Agency Mine Action Strategy, and the International Mine Action Standards (IMAS).
9. Advise on the development of national institutions (including the; selection, organization, training and equipping of appropriately-sized capacities) that enable them to manage, coordinate and implement appropriate responses to the current and residual landmine and ERW threat.
10. Participate in the integration and co-ordination of bilateral projects and support in the overall framework of the mine action and ERW component of the Programme that support the achievements of capacity building.
11. Monitor and report on the establishment, maintenance and operating of Mine Action Information Management Systems (IMSMA).
12. Design and draft project documents including; proposals, Letters of Agreements (LOA) and Memorandums of Understanding (MOU).
13. Approve draft Statements of Work (SOW) for inclusion in Requests for Proposals (RFP) issued by UNOPS for proposed mine action and ERW activities in the projects target country..
14. Approve technical, safety and quality standards for mine clearance and ERW operations, in accordance with accepted international standards for humanitarian and emergency assistance.
15. Provide monitoring and management support to project financial, HR, logistics and administration activities in conjunction with UNOPS.
16. Depending on the specific role, this position may be assigned within the project administration setup in a specific country/programme (i.e. office structure, DOAs, ATLAS functions, segregation of duties, etc.). Such an incumbent will have responsibilities determined by UNOPS rules and regulations embodied in its regulatory framework - Organizational Directives, Administrative Instructions and other documents as periodically issued and updated by UNOPS. Reporting lines with regards to compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations are ultimately to the UNOPS Chief of Mine Action Cluster through the Portfolio Manager. In addition, division of responsibilities when it comes to administrative processes in support of the programme objectives will be as determined for each country office and confirmed in writing by UNOPS Chief of Mine Action Cluster;
17. Establish the donor support arrangements for the mine action and ERW component of the Programme and assist in the formulation resource mobilization strategies.
18. Provide input to the Consolidated Appeals Process (CAP) and the annual Portfolio of Mine Action Projects
19. Provide (UNOPS, UNDP and/or UNMAS) with monthly, biannual, and annual reports on progress, project status, resource requirements, and future plans as required.
20. The Programme Manager is responsible for the reporting on external assistance provided to the project.
21. The Programme Manager will report directly to the (UNDP or UNMAS) on policy and general project issues as well as to the UNOPS concerning implementation of the project and on technical matters of mine action and ERW.
22. The Programme Manager will report to the senior management of the peacekeeping and political missions, where relevant, on in-country peacekeeping strategy and policy issues.
23. This position may also entail safety and security responsibilities within the region of operation to include the protection of all UNOPS personnel, assets, property and information belonging to UNOPS and/or UN.
Competencies
· Leadership - Proven supervisory ability and leadership. Ability to maintain effective working relations both as a team member and team leader.
· Planning & Organizing - Ability to manage, organize, plan and implement work assignments, juggle competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
· Judgment - Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and decision making skills.
· Teamwork - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
· Communications - Strong spoken and written communication skills.
· Problem solving —Strong analytical and problem solving skills and ability to handle a range of management, coordination and technical issues.
· Commitment to Continuous Learning - Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the field of mine action techniques and technologies.Professionalism: sound knowledge of, and exposure to, a range of mine action issues, including related political, social and economic dimensions
Education/Experience/Language requirements
· Advanced university degree (Masters Degree or equivalent) in business administration, project management or related field. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Military qualifications on staff level with relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of above academic qualifications.
· At least 7 years work experience in management (including programme management,
operations, planning, administration, financial management and implementation).
· A minimum of two years experience in mine action or humanitarian programmes, in one or more countries, at strategic and management level
· A proven record in management and administration as well as in public relations at a senior level
· Knowledge of mine action and the international mine action standards is highly desirable.
· Fluency in English, both oral and written.
· Knowledge/Fluency of other UN Official Languages is highly desirable
· Be physically fit, and in good healthDemonstrated ability to live in hardship condition.
Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: FTA /TA
Contract level: P-4
Contract duration: 12 months (subject to availability of funding - with possibility of extension)
For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link:
http://www.unops.org/english/whoweneed/contract-types/Pages/United-Nations-staff-contracts.aspx
Additional Considerations
Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
Apply Now
Functional Responsibilities
The Programme Manager will provide leadership on policy, technical matters, institutional development, and capacity development as determined in the Mine Action strategy.
Working with UNMAS, UNOPS and specifically the national mine action and ERW institutions, the Programme Manager is responsible for the following:
1. Responsible for developing and maintaining a mine action concept of operations and a mine action plan under the guidance of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) or the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General (DSRSG) and in cooperation with peacekeeping and political missions, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant partners. The Programme Manager will advise DPKO, and other UN agencies and the local authorities on all aspects of a comprehensive mine action programme, including coordination, institutional arrangements, information management, quality management, clearance, survey, marking, risk reduction education and resource mobilization. When required, in consultation with UNMAS, he/she may advise and assist local authorities in establishing and/or supporting national mine action programmes.
2. Provide advice to the mine action and ERW institutions in developing priorities, work programmes, quarterly reports, annual accounts and annual reports of the mine action and ERW institutions to the respective authorities, donors and other international partners, and UN Agencies.
3. Advise the national mine action and ERW institutions on co-ordination mechanisms and maintenance of relationships with local administrations and organizations charged with mine action and ERW related issues.
4. Provide mine action technical advice to Peace Keeping and/or Political missions (SRSG, DSRSG, RC and/or Force Commander) and the country team, and will work closely with the Peace Keeping and/or Political missions and the country team, SRSG, DSRSG and/or RC in determining priority tasks for mine action in the country
5. Provide technical advice and guidance to other UN agencies and partners when requested.
6. Responsible for establishing and maintaining a database of landmine and ERW-related information, and a master map of mine-affected areas. DMAS/PM actively seeks the information necessary to update and refine this database. He/she will act as the point of contact for, UN agencies, nongovernmental organizations and other organizations seeking information on the mine/ERW situation.
7. Manage the overall implementation of the mine action and ERW component, as outlined in the current Strategy Document, and amend the document, as may be necessary, for approval by the relevant parties.
8. Ensure that all mine action and ERW activities are implemented in accordance with the current UN Inter Agency Mine Action Strategy, and the International Mine Action Standards (IMAS).
9. Advise on the development of national institutions (including the; selection, organization, training and equipping of appropriately-sized capacities) that enable them to manage, coordinate and implement appropriate responses to the current and residual landmine and ERW threat.
10. Participate in the integration and co-ordination of bilateral projects and support in the overall framework of the mine action and ERW component of the Programme that support the achievements of capacity building.
11. Monitor and report on the establishment, maintenance and operating of Mine Action Information Management Systems (IMSMA).
12. Design and draft project documents including; proposals, Letters of Agreements (LOA) and Memorandums of Understanding (MOU).
13. Approve draft Statements of Work (SOW) for inclusion in Requests for Proposals (RFP) issued by UNOPS for proposed mine action and ERW activities in the projects target country..
14. Approve technical, safety and quality standards for mine clearance and ERW operations, in accordance with accepted international standards for humanitarian and emergency assistance.
15. Provide monitoring and management support to project financial, HR, logistics and administration activities in conjunction with UNOPS.
16. Depending on the specific role, this position may be assigned within the project administration setup in a specific country/programme (i.e. office structure, DOAs, ATLAS functions, segregation of duties, etc.). Such an incumbent will have responsibilities determined by UNOPS rules and regulations embodied in its regulatory framework - Organizational Directives, Administrative Instructions and other documents as periodically issued and updated by UNOPS. Reporting lines with regards to compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations are ultimately to the UNOPS Chief of Mine Action Cluster through the Portfolio Manager. In addition, division of responsibilities when it comes to administrative processes in support of the programme objectives will be as determined for each country office and confirmed in writing by UNOPS Chief of Mine Action Cluster;
17. Establish the donor support arrangements for the mine action and ERW component of the Programme and assist in the formulation resource mobilization strategies.
18. Provide input to the Consolidated Appeals Process (CAP) and the annual Portfolio of Mine Action Projects
19. Provide (UNOPS, UNDP and/or UNMAS) with monthly, biannual, and annual reports on progress, project status, resource requirements, and future plans as required.
20. The Programme Manager is responsible for the reporting on external assistance provided to the project.
21. The Programme Manager will report directly to the (UNDP or UNMAS) on policy and general project issues as well as to the UNOPS concerning implementation of the project and on technical matters of mine action and ERW.
22. The Programme Manager will report to the senior management of the peacekeeping and political missions, where relevant, on in-country peacekeeping strategy and policy issues.
23. This position may also entail safety and security responsibilities within the region of operation to include the protection of all UNOPS personnel, assets, property and information belonging to UNOPS and/or UN.
Competencies
· Leadership - Proven supervisory ability and leadership. Ability to maintain effective working relations both as a team member and team leader.
· Planning & Organizing - Ability to manage, organize, plan and implement work assignments, juggle competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
· Judgment - Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and decision making skills.
· Teamwork - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
· Communications - Strong spoken and written communication skills.
· Problem solving —Strong analytical and problem solving skills and ability to handle a range of management, coordination and technical issues.
· Commitment to Continuous Learning - Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the field of mine action techniques and technologies.Professionalism: sound knowledge of, and exposure to, a range of mine action issues, including related political, social and economic dimensions
Education/Experience/Language requirements
· Advanced university degree (Masters Degree or equivalent) in business administration, project management or related field. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Military qualifications on staff level with relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of above academic qualifications.
· At least 7 years work experience in management (including programme management,
operations, planning, administration, financial management and implementation).
· A minimum of two years experience in mine action or humanitarian programmes, in one or more countries, at strategic and management level
· A proven record in management and administration as well as in public relations at a senior level
· Knowledge of mine action and the international mine action standards is highly desirable.
· Fluency in English, both oral and written.
· Knowledge/Fluency of other UN Official Languages is highly desirable
· Be physically fit, and in good healthDemonstrated ability to live in hardship condition.
Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: FTA /TA
Contract level: P-4
Contract duration: 12 months (subject to availability of funding - with possibility of extension)
For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link:
http://www.unops.org/english/whoweneed/contract-types/Pages/United-Nations-staff-contracts.aspx
Additional Considerations
Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
Apply Now