Background ย Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:ย 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 โleave no one behindโ 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. ย 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. ย Paraguay has established a vision for a more sustainable and inclusive society in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with its National Development Plan Paraguay 2030 (NDP) currently under revision. ย Following implementation of the previous Country Programme (CP) that supported strengthening of democratic institutions, improvement of governance effectiveness, reduction of poverty and inequalities and addressing climate change and biodiversity issues, UNDP CO in Paraguay will implement the new CP for the 2025-2029 period, striving to deliver on a programme portfolio that is responsive to the NDP and through a platform for the continuous integration of the 2030 Agenda that is underpinned by innovation, promotion of \"whole-of-government\" and \"whole-of-society\" responses in order to leave no one behind, and in coherence with our UN partners. ย The UNDP Country Office in Paraguay is a key development partner to the Government of Paraguay on inclusive development issues and works in close cooperation with relevant institutions and UN partners to improve access to quality universal services, social protection and care, particularly to people in vulnerable situations, by supporting national institutions and local governments to sustain and deepen the achievements of poverty reduction and social inclusion from a multidimensional perspective; assisting in the design of pro-poor policies, oriented to increase its human capital while favoring a gender and multidimensional approach; and working on innovative models in the new economic setting, with scale-up potential, including information gaps and opportunities to strengthen public-private partnerships. ย UNDP also supports implementation of policies that promote the generation of sustainable livelihoods, decent work and economic inclusion with an emphasis on people in vulnerable situations, with a rights and gender approach by promoting a normative and institutional environment that fosters the countryโs capacity to absorb technology and innovation in order to support productivity growth; working with MSMEs to promote financial inclusion and improve the offer of formal and informal education and technical training; and continuing to support work on access to land and small-scale agriculture. ย The UNDP Paraguay Inclusive Development team is clustered into the larger Programme Team and works in an integrated manner with the Governance and Sustainable Development teams in anchoring UNDPโs programme portfolio in Inclusive development by providing thought leadership and enabling innovation and cross-cutting development solutions that are amplified by UNDP knowledge, research, and stand-out policy advice. ย Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative, the Programme Analyst is responsible for management of the UNDP Inclusive Development programme. The Programme Analyst analyzes political, social and economic trends and leads formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio, provides policy advice services. S/he applies a solutions-oriented approach and supervises and leads programme support staff as well as coordinates activities of the project staff. ย The UNDP Programme Unit works to support achievement of UNDP strategic objectives to create a world where people and planet thrive together, and to help the Country Office act with both ambition and scale to address urgent problems facing the country as well as global climate deteriorating conditions. Programme staff assist the Country Office in formulating and implementing programme strategies that go beyond solving immediate development challenges to create future smart and integrated systemic changes in resilience and capacity building within the country. ย ย Position Purpose Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative (DRR), the Programme Analyst is responsible for management of UNDP programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned. The Programme Analyst analyzes political, social and economic trends; leads formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio; and provides policy advice services. ย The Programme Analyst supervises and leads the programme staff and coordinates activities of the projectsโ staff. The Programme Analyst works in close collaboration with the Programme and Operations teams in the CO, programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP staff in HQs and Regional Hubs, technical advisors/experts, external specialists, government officials and partners, donors, and civil society to ensure successful implementation of the UNDP programme. ย 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. ย ย Duties and Responsibilities 1.) Substantively contribute to formulation and implementation of UNDP programme strategies and policies.
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: Supervises programme and project staff.ย ย ย Competencies ย Core Competencies ACHIEVE RESULTSย - LEVEL 2:ย Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work. THINK INNOVATEVELY - LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking. LEARN CONTINUOUSLY - LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning. ADAPT WITH AGILITY - LEVEL 2:ย Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process. ACT WITH DETERMINATION - LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously. ENGAGE AND PARTNER - LEVEL 2:ย Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships. ENABLE DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION - LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making. ย People Management UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated site. ย ย Cross-Functional Competencies BUSINESS DIRECTION & STRATEGY SYSTEMS THINKING: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT RESULTS-BASED MANAGEMENT: Ability to manage the implementation of strategies, programmes, and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results. Knowledge and understanding of relevant theories, concepts, methodologies, instruments, and tools. PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals. PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT: Ability to select, prioritize and control the organizationโs programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment. Knowledge and understanding of key principles of project, programme, and portfolio management. MONITORING & EVALUATION: Ability to systematically monitor results of strategies, programmes, and activities with a view to make sure that they are being implemented effectively; Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback and reporting on the consistency or discrepancy between planned activities and programme management and results. โข Ability to make independent judgment of the management and results of strategies, programmes and activities based on set criteria and benchmark, keeping in mind the needs and concerns of client, current and upcoming. โข Knowledge and understanding of monitoring and evaluation frameworks, concepts, methodologies, systems, processes, and tools. Ability to make an independent judgement based on set criteria and benchmarks. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns. WORKING WITH EVIDENCE AND DATA: Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making. ย Technical Competencies 2030 AGENDA: ENGAGEMENT & EFFECTIVENESS EFFECTIVENESS: Project Quality Assurance. ย Required Skills and Experience ย Education: Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences or related field is required or A first-level university degree (bachelorโs degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. ย Experience: Minimum of 2 years (with masterโs degree) or 4 years (with bachelorโs degree) of relevant experience at the national and/or international level in providing management advisory services. Minimum of 2 years (with masterโs degree) or 4 years (with bachelorโs degree) of hands-on experience in all aspects of project cycle (design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development portfolios and projects. Experience in the area of development is required. Experience in resource mobilization and donor relations is a strong asset. Experience in partnership development is an asset. Experience in sustainable/inclusive development projects or programs, preferably at the coordination level, is an asset. Previous experience in international cooperation agencies is an asset. Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), database packages, and web-based management systems such as ERP. ย Languages: Fluency in Spanish and English is required. ย Disclaimer Important applicant information All posts in the NOย categories are subject to local recruitment. ย Applicant information about UNDP rosters Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. ย Workforce diversity UNDP is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. 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