Project Manager on Rule of Law and Access to Justice

OFFICE/UNIT/PROJECT DESCRIPTION 

Guinea-Bissau, a country rooted in the fundamental principles of democracy and the Rule of Law, has faced political instability since 1980. However, recognizing the imperative need for justice, peace, and security, the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights has embarked on a reform process, the National Program for the Reform of Justice (2015-2019), exemplifying the country's commitment to positive change. As part of this transformative journey, the government aims to strengthen the Rule of Law, uphold human rights, and foster a more inclusive and equitable society.

Guinea-Bissau recognizes the critical need to enhance its efforts in combating corruption and strengthening its justice system. The UNDP Country Office (CO) in Guinea-Bissau, as key Government partner in the area of governance, is developing and implementing various projects in a variety of governance related domains, including rule of law and justice, anticorruption and accountability, decentralization and local governance, electoral support, parliamentary support and civic engagement.

In this context, the UNDP is hiring a Project Manager on Rule of Law and Access to Justice that will assist the Governance Team in ensuring the day-to-day management and implementation of the project and the overall cooperation with the government.

SCOPE OF WORK

Under the overall supervision of UNDP Head of the Democratic Governance Team, the Project Manager on Rule of Law and Access to Justice will assume the tasks and responsibilities as follows:

1-)  Ensure implementation of project activities: 

2-)  Provide effective programmatic assurance and implement assurance activities:

3-) Facilitate knowledge building and management:

INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENT

The incumbent will work as part of the Governance Team. He/she will work under the overall guidance and supervision of the Governance Team Leader and the rest of the Team, as well as other projects, management units and operations staff, as well as other UN agencies in-country.

COMPETENCIES Core Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements  Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible  Act with Determination:  LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination 

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies Thematic Area Name Definition Business Management Project Management

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals

Partnerships Management 

Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies

Ability to effectively plan, organize, and oversee the Organization’s business processes in order to convert its assets into the best results in the most efficient manner.

Partnership management 

Relationship management 

Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding `

Administration & Operation 

Events management (including retreats, trainings and meetings) 

Ability to manage events, including venue identification, accommodation, logistics, catering, transportation, and cash disbursements, etc. 

Budget management 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF THE SUCCESSFUL IPSA Min. Education requirements

· Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law, management or public administration project management or related field is required or

· A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree
 

Fluency of English is required 

Fluency in the language of the duty station (Portuguese) is desired.
 

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

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.

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