特别公告

Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

设置和报告

Created in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries. Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction (SRSG), UNDRR has over 100 staff located in its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices. Specifically, UNDRR guides, monitors, analyses and reports on progress in the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, supports regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyses action and increases global awareness to reduce disaster risk working with UN Member States and a broad range of partners and stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians and the science and technology community.

This position is located in the Resource Planning and Management Section (RPMS) of UNDRR, based in Geneva. The incumbent will report to the Chief of the Section.

工作内容

Under the supervision and guidance of Chief, RPMS, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

Contributes to the work programme of the Section in collaboration with the Budget and Finance, Administration and Human Resources units - determining priorities, and allocating resources for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery. Together with other team leaders, contributes to the planning, organization and implementation of support services, setting clear targets and indicators for the Unit, and monitoring performance of the Unit against these targets. Ensures that the outputs produced by his/her Unit maintain high-quality standards and reflect a strong client orientation. Gathers and documents regular and systematic feedback from clients and proposes corrective action to address identified gaps and challenges. Carries out programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of his/her Unit. Oversees recruitment of staff for the Unit, taking due account of geographical and gender balance and core institutional values. Plans, organizes, manages and supervises the work of the Unit. Manages, guides, and provides regular feedback on performance of staff under his/her supervision. Provides coordination, support and backstopping for the Resources Planning and Management Section as required.

Acts as a member of the Programme Management Oversight Committee (PMOC); oversees the secretarial assistance provided to the PMOC by the unit; contributes to timely completion of projects, alerts the Chair of the PMOC and senior management in case of delays and proposes corrective action; facilitates the review by the PMOC of the quarterly progress report and supports the implementation of the recommendations.

Serves as subject-matter expert and coordinates implementation of result-based management practices and procedures. Develops, implements and maintains RBM (including project management) guidelines, standards and tools and provides training to staff as required. Monitors and analyses programme/project implementation progress and drafts/presents relevant reports to senior management. Develops and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs) and online tools to facilitate programme planning, monitoring and reporting. Manages projects for which no lead is identified. In coordination with the Chief, RPMS, and the Director’s Office, oversees the implementation of recommendations from past evaluations and related management responses. Proposes ways to internalize lessons learnt into best practices documents. Champions and oversees the implementation and monitoring of risk management across UNDRR, in line with UNDRR Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Acts as back-up for the Delegation of Authority administration and assists in the monitoring of relevant key performance indicators; prepares regular reports for the Senior Management Team.

Coordinates, prepares and submits the plan of Sub-Programme 3 “Natural Disaster Risk Reduction” under Programme 23 “Humanitarian Assistance” of the United Nations Strategic Framework as well as annual reporting requirements. Coordinates the development of the Strategic Framework, the Work Programme and Results Framework and associated annualised budget, in close collaboration with the Resource Mobilization Section. Oversees the consolidation of inputs from all units into the templates. Reviews and analyses the proposed activities and facilitates the approval process by management. Ensures the work plan is and remains fully aligned with the approved budget. Ensures information to be presented to internal and external audiences has high quality and is accurate. Assists in the intergovernmental review process of the budgetary requirements.

Monitors the progress of UNDRR in meeting Work Programme’s targets, and the implementation of activities as defined in the annual Work Plan. Provides technical assistance and training to staff as needed on internal systems and UMOJA-related enhancements in the areas of strategic planning and programme management. Focal point for organizational audits and other reviews.

Assists in the review of funding proposals and conducts due diligence as required. Oversees the preparation of the Monthly dashboard. Prepares the quarterly progress report on the Results Framework; alerts the Chief, RPMS, on issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions. Provides technical guidance to staff and ensures the quality of UNDRR internal and external reporting.

May perform other related duties.

工作要求

PROFESSIONALISM:
- Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems;
- Ability to establish and foster successful partnerships and collaborations;
- Ability to identify strategic opportunities for advancing the agenda of the Department;
- Well developed political acumen and analysis;
- Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities;
- Shows pride in work and in achievements;
- Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter;
- Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
- Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;
- Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
- Remains calm in stressful situations;
- Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.


COMMUNICATION:
- Speaks and Writes clearly and effectively;
- Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
- Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication;
- Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience;
- Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed;
- Ability to influence positions and negotiate.


ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments;
- Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards;
- Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules;
- Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments;
- Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

专业要求

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in business or public administration, human resources, finance, or a related area is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

工作经验

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in results-based programme management, finance, organizational management, administration, human resources, or related field is required.
At least 2 years of experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is desirable.
At least 2 years of experience in the implementation and evaluation of projects in the area of disaster risk reduction is desirable.
At least 2 years of experience in supporting a decentralised office is desirable.
Experience in supervising a team is desirable.

语言要求

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

评估

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.

联合国方面的考虑

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

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The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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