National Project Manager - NPPP IV (For Nepalese Nationals Only) - NEX PROJECT - UNDP -Kathmandu, Nepal

Location: Kathmandu, NEPAL

Application Deadline: 28-Feb-13

Additional Category: Democratic Governance

Type of Contract: Other

Post Level: Other

Languages Required: English 

Starting Date: (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)   01-Jun-2013

Duration of Initial Contract: Initially for One year (with possibilities of extension)

Background

The Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), and the interim Constitution 2007  laid out an agenda for change, including a commitment to carry out a progressive restructuring of the State to address problems related to centralization and discrimination.   The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Nepal has a mission to provide substantial contribution to accelerating the achievement of the national Millennium Development Goals through capacity building and policy advice in the areas of poverty reduction, good governance, environmental sustainability, gender equality and human rights.  Within the framework of this overall assistance, UNDP is planning to provide  assistance to the Government of  Nepal in developing the institutional framework and capacities, needed for public sector reform in the context of the re-structuring process of the country. The Project to “Prepare the Public Administration for State Reform” is a catalytic initiative to support the transformational change that Nepal has embarked upon. The project will embark on reform agenda that focuses on ensuring quality services and opportunities to the excluded and disadvantaged group of people in the context of state restructuring. The overall objective of the present project is to assist the Nepal government key institutions (Ministry of General Administration, Public Service Commission and other related ministries/departments) for strengthening their existing system and getting  prepared  to deal with federalizing the administration in the context of the state re-structuring. The project also seeks to develop the capacities of the key institutions to deliver efficient services to the Nepali people, facilitate interactions/dialogue within executive and legislative bodies on administrative restructuring issues, and promote development through empowering the civil society for better understanding on various issues around state restructuring and federalization process. The project will also contribute in writing of a series of framework laws, rules and regulations based on the constitution, will help for the federalization process of the administration backed by strong strategic document with an action plan. The Project support to carry out various interactions between the civil service and political decision makers on options of administrative reform will foster dialogue and debate on public administration and civil service which will bring development to the people and ensure that the expression of the political structure through the public service is as inclusive and representative as possible. UNDP will work over the next 2 years in close collaboration with the relevant Nepali government and non-government institutions within the context of broader international support to strengthen state restructuring and federalization process in Nepal.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the National Project Director, the project manager will be responsible for the day to day management of financial, human resource, reporting and procurement aspects of the project.  The NPM will ensure the delivery of inputs to produce the planned outputs of the project and also involve in managing and supervising the project staff.   More specifically the National Project Manager will: Manage the human and financial resources of the project on day to day basis Prepare annual and quarterly work plans of the project in close coordination with the National and International Advisors.  Prepare annual and quarterly progress reports as well as other reports in close coordination with the national and international advisors for UNDP, donors, and other stakeholders, as per project requirements. Monitor progress, stakeholders feedback and performance reporting and provide regular monitoring and progress reports to the project board on the achievements of the project Prepare and consolidate the overall budget, monitor expenditures in accordance with UNDP financial rules and cost-recovery policies and implement adequate internal control. Regularly update the Risk Log, HR plan and Procurement Plan in Atlas Analyze the requests of partner organizations for experts services from a budgetary perspective With the support of the Operations Division of Country Office, oversee all the recruitment and procurement of the project as per approved Human resource and Procurement plans. Procurement management and supervision of  the subcontractors to ensure the delivery of quality work Assisting the Senior National Advisor in building relationship with the political parties and government counterpart ministries. Apply principles of gender and social inclusion as the cross-cutting issue in every aspect of the project implementation and management Involve in facilitating workshops and seminars to be organized within the country. In coordination with the National and International Advisors plan and implement overseas visits programme for learning from other countries. Support NPD in carrying out project works as per NIM guidelines.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies: Demonstrates integrity Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability; Treats all people fairly without favoritism. Knowledge Management and Learning Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office; In-depth knowledge on development and gender and social inclusion issues; Oral and written communication skills; Development and Operational Effectiveness Solid experience in leading strategic planning and  results-based management; Solid experience in formulating, implementing, monitoring and evaluating work plans and  programmes; Personal Excellent interpersonal skills; Focuses on impact and results and responds positively to feedback; Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude; Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors, at the senior levels; Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure; Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;

Required Skills and Experience

Education Master’s degree  or above in public administration, management or other related subject. Preferably PhD. Experience Minimum 10 years of experience for Masters degree holder and 5 years of experience for PhD holder of which 50% experience should be from International organization. Experience of managing projects/programme  Language Requirements Fluency in written and spoken English and Nepali is required. Other national language will have an added value

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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