Posting Title: Associate Programme Management Officer, Human
Settlements, P2
Job Code Title: Associate Programme Management Officer,
Human Settlements
Organization: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN
HABITAT)
Duty Station: nAIROBI, Kenya
Posting Period: 10 November 2022-9 December 2022
Job Opening number: 22-HUM-UN-HABITAT-191198-R-NAIROBI (E)
Staffing Exercise ID: N/A
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism,
Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the Urban Basic Service Section
of the Urban Practices Branch (UPB) with the Global Solutions Division in
Nairobi.
The Global Solutions Division (GSD) is responsible for providing programmatic
direction for UN-Habitat and is responsible and accountable for the
programmatic delivery of the Strategic Plan. The Division leads the tools and
methodology production and the integration of the various substantive
competencies towards effective delivery of the Strategic Plan and the mandate
of UN-Habitat. It provides substantive training to staff members and supports
capacity development of Member States and partners.
The Urban Practices Branch (UPB) is the tools and methodology production and
skills centre of the UN-Habitat, that develops normative guidance and
cutting-edge tools through communities of urban practice. It provides technical
and policy advice approaches and methodologies to MCOs/CO, government and
partners and mainstreams them throughout the programme portfolio. It also ensures
that the cross-cutting area of safety and the social inclusion issues of human
rights; gender; children, youth and older persons; and disability are developed
and mainstreamed across the Agency.
The Urban Basic Services Section aims to develop and implement pro-poor
policies, norms, guidelines, standards, regulatory frameworks and operating
procedures, for expanding access to urban basic services and improve the
standard of living of the urban poor, with a focus on Water and Sanitation;
Mobility and Transport; Energy; Waste Management; and the application of
people-focused frontier technologies for service delivery.
The focus of the position is on urban mobility and transport. Under the overall
supervision of the Chief of the Urban Basic Services Section the position
reports to the Programme Management Officer: Human Settlements Urban Basic
Services Urban Mobility in the Urban Basic Services Section.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Associate Programme Officer
will be responsible for the following duties:
• Works with key clients to facilitate the development, implementation and
evaluation of assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes specific
aspects of programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant
documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and
recommends corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and
tracks follow-up actions.
• Carries out basic research on selected aspects of programmes, operations and
other activities, etc., to include collecting, analyzing and presenting
statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources.
• Provides substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation
functions, including the review and analysis of emerging issues and trends,
participation in evaluations or research activities and studies.
• Assists in performing consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client,
by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and
assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the
change.
• Participates in survey initiatives; assists with design of data collection
tools; issues data collection tools, reviews, analyzes and interprets
responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares preliminary
conclusions.
• Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g., toolkits,
technical guides and publications, draft background papers, analytical notes,
sections of reports and studies etc.
• Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other
meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying
and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and
presentations, handling logistics, etc.
• Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training
workshops, seminars, etc.; participates in and makes presentations on assigned
topics/activities.
• Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and
administrative support, data collection, etc.
• Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project
preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and
preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme
budget, etc.).
• Performs other duties as required.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
Counterparts, officers and technical staff within the organisation including in
the regional, multi-country and country offices; relevant Secretariat units and
in UN funds, programs and other UN specialized agencies.
Officials and technical staff in national and sub-national governments,
international organizations, consultants and Non-Governmental Organisations
Results Expected:
Successful contribution to the development, implementation and evaluation of
assigned programme/projects in the Urban Basic Service Section focused on Urban
Mobility. Development and vetting of norms and guidelines, tools and
methodologies, within the remit of the section ensuring consistency and
coherence of approaches across the agency and ensuring that UN-Habitat builds a
reputation as a centre of excellence for sustainable urbanization.
Provides well researched and sound analysis of issues and developments
affecting programme/project development, administration and implementation,
etc. Provides thorough, well reasoned written contributions.
Effectively, and in a timely manner, liaises and interacts with colleagues and
concerned parties internally and externally. Contributes to resource
mobilization efforts.
Competencies
PROFESIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of
theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional
area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and
participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with data
collection using various methods. The ability to analyze and interpret data in
support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and
analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various
research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and
other databases. 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.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with
agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts
priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for
completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;
monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational
goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is
willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda;
supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such
decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments
and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent)
in Transport Engineering or Planning. A first-level university degree in
combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 2 years experience working in an
international organization in transport policy and planning is required.
Experience working in a multicultural environment and establishing working
partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders is desirable.
Experience in design and implementation of urban mobility projects is
desirable.
Progressively responsible for coordinating and managing activities related to
urban mobility / road safety projects is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English (both oral and written), one of the
working languages of the UN Secretariat, is required; knowledge of French, the
other working language is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language
is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment
exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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