The Position:
Under the supervision and the guidance of the Assistant Representative the Field Project Coordination Associate will work in close collaboration with a range of staff in the country office, external partners, and agency counterparts in support of programme delivery. S/He provides regular feedback on the status of projects through monitoring milestones, triangulating information and reports from implementing partners, ensuring quality and accountability of the projectsโ implementation, and advising on improvements as well as adaptation to keep activities on track.
You will report to Assistant Representative
How you can make a difference:
UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.ย UNFPAโs strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to โbuild forward betterโ, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on womenโs and girlsโ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.
In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.
UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.
Job Purpose:
You would be responsible for:
Conducting programme monitoring in the focus districts for cash, kit distribution, mobile outreach clinics, GBV safety verifications and other emergency response activities ย and informing team members of the status;ย Conduct spot checks and basic compliance monitoring of partner activities, including review of attendance lists, distribution records, CVA processes, and outreach documentation. Support capacity development activities related to programme development by preparing training materials and participating in exercises. Assist in training local partners and staff on programme procedures, monitoring tools, and reporting standards. Coordinate with Implementing Partners and other government and non government counterparts on progress and follow up on efficient implementation of planned activities.ย Prepare and conduct monitoring visits and triangulate information and reports from implementing partners, and consequently ensure the quality and accountability of the projectsโ implementation. During the field visits, organize coordination meetings with community leaders, government officials, and other stakeholders. Prepare monitoring and reporting information for supervisor and team on agreed performance indicators to drive more efficient management and accountability for results; Support the field-level implementation of UNFPA humanitarian interventions, including SRH and GBV response activities, in cyclone-affected districts. Support district and divisional-level coordination by liaising with Divisional Secretariats, District Secretariats, health authorities, line ministries, and other relevant stakeholders. Participate in district, divisional, and sector/disaster coordination meetings, and provide timely updates and recommendations to the Country Office. Support the planning and facilitation of field missions, assessments, distributions, and community consultations, including Focus Group Discussions (FGDs). Assist in rapid needs assessments and post-distribution monitoring (PDM) to inform programme adjustments and future humanitarian interventions. Support Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) by observing feedback and complaints mechanisms during field activities and reporting community feedback and concerns. Document lessons learned, good practices, and implementation challenges from the field to inform learning and adaptive programming. Share weekly advance programme in advance ย and provide regular written and verbal updates to the Humanitarian Programme Team on field implementation status.ย
Qualifications and Experience:ย
Education:ย ย
Successful completion of Secondary Level Education (G.C.E. Advanced Level or High School Diploma) with six years of relevant experience, or A Bachelorโs degree in development studies, humanitarian affairs, international relations or other relevant subjects with three years experience.ยย
Knowledge and Experience:ย
Strong experience in humanitarian or development program implementation at national or field level is required, i.e., six years experience with G.C.E. Advanced Level or High School Diploma, Or, three years experience with a Bachelor's Degree Knowledge of project administration, programme/project operations, monitoring and evaluation processes are an asset. Strong organizational, planning and prioritizing skills and abilities High sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment Ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds High attention to detail Good analytical and report writing skillsย
Languages:ย
Required Competencies:ย
Values:
Exemplifying integrity,ย Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,ย Embracing cultural diversity,ย Embracing changeCore Competencies:ย
Communicating for impact Achieving results, Being accountable, Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen, Thinking analytically and strategically, Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Functional Competencies:
Self-management/Emotional Intelligence Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise Client Orientation Knowledge Sharing Ensuring Operational Effectiveness and Accountability for Results Creating Visibility for the Organization Delivering Results Based Programme Generating, Managing and Promoting the Use of Knowledge and Information Providing Technical Support and System Facilitating Quality Programmatic Results Creating visibility for the organizationย
Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package including leave days, health insurance and additional remuneration for pensions and social security obligations.
UNFPA Work Environment:
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - clickย hereย to learn more.
Disclaimer:
Selection and engagement of LSC personnel may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance and other administrative requirements.ย
UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or selection process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.ย
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