More than 165,000 people lost their lives in Aceh and Nias as a result of the tsunami of 26 December 2004 and the earthquake of 28 March 2005.  The Office of the United Nations Recovery Coordinator for Aceh and Nias (UNORC) was established in September 2005 to support the Government of Indonesia. The Government has taken a strong lead in the post-emergency phase with the establishment of the Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Agency for Aceh and Nias (BRR) and UNORC takes responsibility for facilitating strong coordination among the UN Agencies, the international NGO community, and bilateral donors in full and timely support of the Government’s reconstruction and recovery efforts.

Staffed by personnel from the UN Secretariat and various UN Agencies, UNORC serves as the main point of contact between the UN system, BRR and Provincial and District Governments. UNORC aims to facilitate a unified United Nations system approach. UNORC works with many partners and continues to strengthen its field presence to overcome pressing issues in Aceh and Nias. Information, research, analysis and monitoring also constitute an essential service provided by UNORC to the Government of Indonesia and partner organizations through the UNORC Information Analysis Section.

UNORC is seeking to recruit an experienced Programme Specialist (Information Management and Analysis) who will be responsible for the overall delivery of the four composite units of IAS: the Information Coordination Unit gathering and disseminating data to ensure needs of stakeholders are met, the Data Management Unit collating, cleaning and processing data sets using the common UN software, DevInfo, the Statistical Research Unit and Solutions Exchange for Aceh and Nias. The position is until June 2009 and beyond that in line with the UN Country Team’s (UNCT) plan for coordination support to the ongoing recovery process in Aceh beyond the tenure of UNORC that ends in June 2009.

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Head of Office of UNORC, the Programme Specialist will perform the following specific functions:

Summary of key functions:

• Collaborate with relevant national counterparts (BRR & provincial government) and the UN Team Aceh & Nias in promoting coherent and collaborative strategies in Post-Tsunami recovery and reconstruction.
• Provide strategic oversight of IAS, ensuring that it complements the goals and directions of the Office of the Recovery Coordinator and that it continues to meet the information needs of recovery.
• Identify and develop analytical outputs, such as quarterly trend analysis and recovery review and other publications to be developed by the Section.
• Liaise with senior UN officials and participate in the UN Aceh Team and Inter Agency Standing Committee Meetings to promote the use of analysis and information among decision-makers.
• Liaise with national, provincial and local Government partners including BRR, BPDE, BPS and Bappeda.
• Liaise with strategic international partners engaged in impact monitoring and other information systems, including World Bank, IFRC, WHO, UNICEF and BRR.
• Ensure that all efforts are made to secure adequate funding for the unit and oversee the administrative activities to support this function.
• Provide the overall management of IAS, directly supervise the respective head of units and ensure a smooth operating environment.
• Liaise closely with UNORC field offices, UN agencies, BRR, NGOs, international organisations and other relevant entities, including donors and the media, in order to support coherent information collection on specific issues and participate in in-country assessments as requested.
• Monitor the overall progress and impact as well as gaps and the vulnerability and provide strategic analysis on issues pertaining to post-tsunami recovery and reconstruction to the UNORC senior management, UNORC Field Operations and the UN Area Team to enable the wider UN system to effectively support recovery and reconstruction in Aceh and Nias.
• Assist in the development of coordination tools and mechanisms including: 1 UNDAF, 2 Aceh Recovery Framework (ARF), 3 UN Recovery Framework for Aceh and Nias (UNFRAN).
• Represent UNORC within the limitation of delegated authority or as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

III. Impact of Results

• Enhanced government capacity to manage and coordinate recovery and reconstruction.
• Improved collaboration and cooperation amongst the recovery community.
• The vulnerable population not left out in the recovery processes and equity of the effect of the is advocated and ensured.
• Enhanced operational environment for the recovery community.

Functional/Technical

Substantive and technical expertise in one or more of the following areas

• Building national/local capacities to manage/plan/implement/coordinate post disaster recovery and reconstruction;
• Facilitating multi-stakeholder national/local dialogues for coordination of recovery and reconstruction;
• Outstanding knowledge of facilitation/training, process and coordination skills;
• Expensive experience in providing strategic and policy advice (including report writing) at international level;
• Experience of inter-agency policy processes.
• Sound knowledge of institutions of the UN system, institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to post disaster recovery, UN reform, etc.

Managerial:

• Ability to establish effective working relations in a multicultural team environment;
• Excellent supervisory, team-building, diplomatic, representational and interpersonal skills;
• Resourcefulness, initiative and maturity of judgement.

Communication/Teamwork/Client orientation

• Strong communication and advocacy skills;
• Ability to work in a complex environment requiring liaison and collaboration with multiple actors;
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, tact and diplomacy;
• Excellent analytical, organisational and negotiation skills;
• Excellent networking skills;
• Ability to present complex ideas effectively and concisely both in writing and speaking;
• Ability to deliver outputs under tight deadlines.

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree) in political or social science, international studies, or other relevant field.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in recovery and reconstruction, development, information systems, data management and analysis or other related area.
• Significant experience at the international level is an advantage;
• Knowledge of the country/region is an advantage.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in oral and written English is essential;
• Knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia is an asset.

“Female candidates are encouraged to apply”

UNDP Indonesia 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 Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.

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I. Organizational Context

Under the direct supervision of, and reporting to, the Head of Conflict Prevention and Recovery Unit.

The Crisis Prevention and Recovery Unit (CPRU) supports a portfolio of programme activities including responses to natural and human-made disasters, as well as crisis prevention focusing on conflict prevention and natural disaster risk reduction. CPRU supports programmes in eight provinces of Indonesia (Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam / North Sumatra, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta / Central Java, Maluku, North Maluku, Central Sulawesi, and Nusa Tenggara Timor.) The CPRU portfolio as a whole amounts to approximately USD 130 million in budgetary resources, from over 20 bilateral, multilateral, private sector and civil society donors

Summary of Key Functions:

• Define and develop a CPRU Unit strategy for Information and Communications including the methods of sourcing, handling and disseminating details of the Unit’s work.
• Define and develop a CPRU Unit strategy for Information and Communications including the methods of sourcing, handling and disseminating details of the Unit’s work.
• Define, agree and monitor a personal work plan aimed at achieving the CPRU Information and Communications strategy.
• Provide guidance and advice to programme management teams on supplying information and data in standard Unit formats and defining the mechanisms and processes to ensure proper collection and management of information on programme results.

1.  Provide support to CPRU programme management teams in preparation of communications’ materials through helping compile inputs, drafting text, designing printed documents, editing photographs and final copy.

• Act as a focal point for assuring communications links and information flow to CPRUs donors and other stakeholders including the arranging of donor outreach events.
• Provide regular support to the Reports’ Verification Officer of SPAM/CPRU as backstopping so as to ensure the accurate and timely submission of reports to donors from projects managed under CPRU.
• Provide occasional support to the Gender, Finance and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer of SPAM/CPRU during reporting cycles so as to ensure the accurate and timely submission of reports to donors from projects managed under CPRU.

2.  Provide occasional support to the UNDP Country Office Information Unit and senior UN management on Information and Communications issues.

• Prepare quantitative and narrative information in Power-point presentations, text, tables and charts summarizing CPRU project output.
• Prepare briefing materials, background notes, talking points, speeches, concept notes etc. on an as-needed basis by CPRU and UNDP management for briefing purposes.
• Oversee layout, production and dissemination of  CPRU printed information documents such as CPRU Factsheets and the CPRU bi-annual newsletter as well as online resources such as CPRU Section and Project Monthly information sheets.

3.  Maintain and update an information bank of CPRU documentation in both soft and hard copy.

• Update the UNDP Website with CPRU on-line information.
• Prepare other communications and public information materials on CPRU programmes including a bank of “human interest stories”.
• Support CPRU project teams in the preparation of information on the progress of CPRU programmes towards CPRU outcomes and performance targets as expressed in the UNDP Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP), UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF), and other UN/UNDP corporate frameworks.
• Collaborate and ensure proper information flows with UNDP’s Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Unit (PMEU) and other UNDP units and sections as necessary.
• Provide writing and editing assistance to CPRU and programme staff on an as-needed basis.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Head of CPRU or Head of SPAM/CPRU

4.   Supports the business development focusing on achievement of the following results:

Launches and campaigns

• Promotion and dissemination of corporate advocacy materials for launching flagship initiatives and publications such as the Human Development Report.
• Promotion and maintenance of public information campaigns on UNDP activities, results of MDGs, UN Reform, under the supervision of Communications Specialist.

Outreach

• Preparation and dissemination of newsletter to donors, donor reports, civic education and community awareness,  where appropriate, to support projects

Public information

• Timely and effective responses to inquiries for public information materials.

5.     Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country goals and activities.
• Contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice including corporate communications repositories.
• Provision of  trainings, UNDP staff on communications for development.
• Professional growth through active learning.

III. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on creation of effective communications and dissemination of information on UNDP as UN’s global development network. In particular, the key results have an impact on implementation of UNDP communications and publication strategies.

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
• Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

• Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to UNDP Practice Areas
• Develops knowledge  in Practice Areas
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

• Ability to implement communications and publications strategies
• Advocates effectively
• Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies
• Excellent communication skills, excellent writing skills
• Ability to conceptualize issues and analyze data
• Demonstrates strong IT skills

Management and Leadership:

• Focuses on impact and result for the client
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Ability to remain calm, in control and good humored even under pressure and tight deadlines
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view
• Solicits feedback about the impact of his/her own behavior

Education:

• Bachelors  degree  but preferably Masters degree in communications, journalism, information handling, social sciences or other subject of relevance.

Experience:

• For Bachelors at least 6 years  and Masters degree at least 2 years of relevant professional experience in communications, reporting, journalism, project management or other relevant field.
• High skill-level with computers, particularly in the areas of information management, designing databases and desk-top publishing are considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated professional experience compiling, editing or working with English-language publications.
• Ability to collate, analyze and present data and information clearly and concisely and to disseminate this information through various tools (e.g.  fact sheets, briefs, website and publications) is required.
• Experience of drafting, copy-editing, and overseeing production and dissemination of UN or Government Organization project reports or communications’ material is considered an advantage.
• Experience and understanding of working in the areas of crisis (conflict and natural disasters) recovery and prevention related programmes is considered a distinct advantage.
• Ability to multi-task so as to produce high-quality work within team environments to demanding deadlines.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia are an absolute requirement

“Female candidates are encoraged to apply”

UNDP Indonesia 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 Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.

I. Organizational Context

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Unit Head, Poverty Reduction Unit, the Programme Manager is responsible for management of UNDP programmes, with a special focus on Papua programmes in the first instance. The Programme Manager analyzes political, social and economic trends and leads the formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio, as well as provides policy advice services.

The Programme Manager works in close collaboration with the programme and operations teams, coordinates activities of the projects staff and programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP Regional Center, UNDP HQs staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UNDP programme implementation.

Summary of Key Functions:

• Implementation of programme strategies, adapts processes and procedures.
• Management of the CO programmes, in particular the Papua programme in the first instance.
• Support in creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of resource mobilization strategies.
• Provision of policy advice services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management

1.Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country and preparation of substantive inputs to CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP and other documents.
• Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned. Development of the country office programme portfolio (including building capacity of civil society and government agencies to achieve the MDGs, and to contribute to pro-poor policy and poverty reduction), disseminate policy decision and respond accordingly.
• Supervise project staff to implement and monitor programme of support.
• CO business processes mapping and contribution to the preparation of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Results Management.
• Participate in office and Unit wide activities, e.g. formulation of office/Unit plans, reporting to HQs and monitoring of the Millennium Development Goals.

2.Ensures effective management of the CO programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the following results:

• Effective application of RBM tools, establishment of management targets (BSC) and monitoring achievement of results.
• Design and formulation of CO programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned; translating UNDP’s priorities into local interventions; Coordination of programme implementation with the executing agencies; Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones.
• Participation in project formulation and appraisal. Review and making adjustments to project documents according to agreed-upon government priorities and available resources.
• Initiation of projects; presentation of the projects to PAC, preparation and finalization of contribution agreement; determination of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises; closure of projects through review. Programme Manager performs functions of Manager Level 1 in ATLAS for Pos and Vouchers approval; participates in recruitment process for projects.
• Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects.; identification of operational and financial problems; development of solutions.
• Participation in audit of NEX/DEX projects.
• Evaluation of the programme impact; monitoring and analysis of the programme environment, timely readjustments in portfolio.?

3.Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society in the specific thematic areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs and donors priorities.
• Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation; identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects; active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.
• Reaching out to donors, private sectors, NGOs and UN agencies in particular to promote partnerships and mobilization of the third party cost-sharing; promote and negotiate higher ratio of government cost-sharing.

4.Ensures provision of top quality policy advice services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues
• Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country policy goals.
• Introduction of performance indicators/success criteria, targets and milestones.
• Maintain project briefs and activity information for civil society, bilateral donors, academia, private sectors and other UNDP field offices to support UNDP’s public awareness activities including through preparation of statements and other communication materials.
• Development of policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Organization of training for the CO staff/ projects staff on gender and programme issues.

The key results have an impact on the success of country programme within specific areas of cooperation. In particular, the key results have an impact on the formulation, operation and programming of activities, implementation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.

IV. Competencies

Corporate Responsibility & Direction:

• Serves and promotes the vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Translates strategic aims into achievable plans, with established priorities; manages to them, making periodic adjustments as required

People Skills:

• Recognizes and responds appropriately to the ideas, interests, and concerns of others; gives credit to the contributions of others
• Promotes a learning environment; facilitates the development of individual and team competencies

Managing for Results:

• Plans and prioritizes work activities to meet Organizational goals

Partnering & Networking:

• Builds and sustains relationships with key constituents (internal/external/ bilateral/ multilateral/public/private; civil society)
• Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP

Innovation & Judgment:

• Conceptualizes and analyzes problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate
• Generates creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations
• Devises new systems and processes, and modifies existing ones, to support innovative behaviours

Communication:

• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills

Job Knowledge & Expertise:

• Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands
• Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource

Education:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related field.

Experience:

• At least 5-7 years of post Master’s relevant experience at the national or international level in the development areas such as poverty reduction and civil society/NGOs, in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia

Female candidates are encouraged to apply

UNDP Indonesia 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 Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.