Background Information - Job-specific
Cities Alliance, which is hosted by UNOPS, is a global partnership promoting the role of cities in poverty reduction and sustainable development. Managed by a Secretariat based in Brussels, it is a unique partnership with a diverse membership which has come together to strengthen both impacts and coherence in urban development. Cities Alliance is a global leader with a strong track record in grant-making, which supports strategic city planning, slum upgrading strategies and national policies designed to make cities more inclusive and sustainable. Through UNOPS, the Cities Alliance operates a Multi-Donor Fund supported by an efficient, flexible grant-making mechanism with global reach.
Cities Alliance provides financial and technical assistance to local city stakeholders in low-income countries to identify and implement approaches for improved local migration management that are relevant to each cityโs context. As migration and displacement in developing countries are characterized by informality, Cities Alliance builds partnerships among various constituencies at the local, national, and global levels to jointly identify and negotiate a better way forward. Sustainable urban planning instruments, such as urban expansion planning, are at the forefront of Cities Allianceโs work to provide equitable access to a city for all. The Cities Alliance is looking for Programme Management Support - Senior Analyst, DRC, Uganda and Sudan for the implementation of its activities in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Sudan, and Uganda..
Project Information
Starting in 2024 for a period of 48 months, Cities Alliance (UNOPS) will be responsible for the indirect management of the โSustainable Urban Integration of Displacement-Affected Communitiesโ (SUIDAC) in Sub-Saharan African cities โ financed by the European Union. The Action will address the nexus between forced displacement and urban development in five Sub-Saharan countries: Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, and Uganda.
The Action aims to:
Improve social cohesion and self-reliance of Displacement-Affected Communities (DACs) in urban and peri-urban areas and expand legal protection (e.g., access to rights, documentation), with specific attention to forcibly displaced populations (refugees, returnees, and IDPs) and including persons with specific needs.
Strengthen local authoritiesโ capacities to adopt integrated approaches to forced displacement management in urban contexts and promote political and evidence-based policy dialogue at regional, national, and local levels to improve policy frameworks and influence future policy discussions on urban forced displacement.
The Action target beneficiaries are Displacement-Affected Communities (DACs), as well as their hosting cities. Cities are a new environment for the implementation of EU forced displacement programs. SUIDAC will be the first urban displacement program financed through the 'Neighborhood, Development and International Cooperation instrument โ Global Europe' ('NDICI-Global Europe') in the SSA region.
The Action builds on and expands the EU Trust Fund program โCRRF: Inclusive Urban Development and Mobilityโ ending in 2023. Moving forward, SUIDAC will help tackle the challenges arising from sudden and/or sustained forced displacement currently happening in the secondary cities targeted by the Action.
Functional ResponsibilitiesThe key responsibility of the Programme Management Support - Senior Analyst is the successful delivery of the SUIDAC Program in Uganda, Sudan and DRC. Working under the supervision of the SUIDAC Programme Coordinator and the Urban Development Specialist in Uganda, the Programme Management Support - Senior Analyst is responsible for the day-to-day operations of SUIDAC Program which will include activities in Uganda, DRC and Sudan specifically (but not limited to) in the cities of Koboko, Arua, Tshikapa, Kananga, and Atbara. Under the guidance of the Programme Coordinator, the Programme Management Support - Senior Analyst will manage the project on an ongoing basis during the Implementation Stage ensuring that the project outputs are delivered within the specified project tolerances of time, cost, quality, scope, risk and benefits. He/she is expected to meet the organizationโs performance and delivery goals.
Key responsibilities of the Senior Analyst include: Project Delivery and Performance
Under oversight from the Urban Development Specialist and the In-Country Coordinator, develop, complete and update the implementation plan of SUIDAC in Uganda, DRC and Sudan.
Support the SUIDAC Program Coordinator ensuring the implementation of the approved plan for SUIDAC.
Under the guidance of the Programme Coordinator and Urban Development Specialist and the In-Country Coordinator support with the management of SUIDAC grants in Uganda, DRC and Sudan. Assist with the implementation, reporting and supervision of assigned grants and work packages.
Supervise and coordinate local advisors in the cities covered by the Program in Uganda, DRC and Sudan when required.
Embed sustainability dimensions including social and gender inclusion, environmental and economic aspects into project life span.
When required, ensure the implementation of all HSSE requirements in the activities located in Uganda, DRC and Sudan.
Support the project team with the organization of national and regional dialogues in Uganda, DRC and Sudan and assist with the production of all supporting documents including event reports.
Support and/or conduct regular field missions in partner cities and countries and help with mission preparation and reporting.
When required, provide administrative support in all aspects of project implementation such as organizing workshops, operational support for the Secretariat and partnersโ mission in the cities covered by the Program in Uganda, DRC and Sudan.
Comply with all organizational policies and donor policies and ensure that grantees comply with all organizational policies and donor policies. Monitoring and Reporting
Liaise with the grantees on the timely and adequate preparation of regular project and/or financial reports in accordance with Partner, donor and UNOPS requirements for reporting.
Regularly review project status of grantees, evaluating performance criteria (scope, cost, schedule and quality).
Regulatory reports evaluation to the SUIDAC Programme Coordinator.
Provide routine oversight and analysis of delivery data within the dashboard system.
Ensure local project team members track and regularly update milestones and targets for the duration of projects' life span. Stakeholder engagement
Under the leadership of the Urban Development Specialist and In-Country Programme Coordinator, establish solid working relationships with the donor, national and local authorities and key stakeholders.
Ensure regular internal coordination with the SUIDAC Communications and M&E Specialists as well as with the SUIDAC local advisors in Uganda, DRC and Sudan. Monitor the effectiveness of project communications in the cities targeted by the Program in Uganda, DRC and Sudan.
Ensure stakeholders are aware of project activities in Uganda, DRC and Sudan. Quality assurance
Work with internal stakeholders to ensure projects comply with audit requirements.
Coordinate quality reviews of project documents and deliverables issued by the grantees.
Provide quality control for management outputs (project documents, reports, etc.). Knowledge management and innovation
Under the guidance of the SUIDAC Programme Coordinator, help to ensure that effective capacity building activities are conducted for the grantees and the local teams in order to build the long-term and sustainable capacity of staff and Program stakeholders.
Actively interact with the other SUIDAC Programme Officers and the wider Project Team to share case studies, lessons learned and best practices.
In collaboration with Cities Alliance communications, contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for corporate, regional and national development planning and knowledge building. .
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
An advanced University degree (Master's or equivalent) preferably in migration studies, urban development, urban planning, public policy and administration or related fields is required. A first level University degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in the related fields with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the education requirements outlined above. Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated expertise working in the field of project management, preferably with a specific focus on migration and/or urban development is required. Previous experience with grant management is considered as an asset. Strong knowledge of sustainable urban growth in secondary cities in the Horn of Africa is an asset. An in-depth understanding of gender equality and womenโs empowerment in the field of migration and urban development in the Horn of Africa is a distinctive advantage. Willingness to conduct regular field missions for project supervision particularly in Uganda, DRC and Sudan (TBC) is highly desirable.
Language Requirement
Fluency in both English and French is required.
Additional InformationPlease note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Terms and Conditions
For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
Contract type: Individual Contractual Agreement (ICA)
Contract level: *International ICA Specialist 9 (IICA 1) *For Ugandan nationals, a Local ICA contract will be offered.
Contract duration: 12 months initially, subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx