VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
VA No: NO. 01/2014
Issued on: 21 February 2014
| ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION: |
UN-Habitat |
| DUTY STATION: |
Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| FUNCTIONAL TITLE: |
Habitat Programme Manager |
| GRADE: |
NO-C |
| POST DURATION |
1 year |
| CLOSING DATE: |
7 March 2014 |
CORE VALUES: INTEGRITY, PROFESSIONALISM, RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY AND
FOCUS ON RESULTS
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationships: These positions are mainly located in various offices of UN-Habitat, the United Nations agency for human settlements.
UN-Habitat helps the urban poor by transforming cities into safer,
healthier, greener places with better opportunities where everyone can
live with dignity. These positions work with organizations at every
level, including all spheres of government, civil society and the
private sector to help build, manage, plan and finance sustainable
urban development.
The Habitat Programme Manager (HPM) is accountable to the Director
of the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP), coordinates
with the UN Resident Representative and works in close collaboration
with the Chief Technical Advisor (CTA). Day-to day supervision of the
work performed by the HPM is provided by the CTA in Sri Lanka.
The focus of these positions is on normative/ substantive and
operational responsibilities through active participation in activities
at the country level, aligned with UN-Habitat’s mandate, objectives,
focus areas and expected results. Positions my be responsible for a
single substantive project in a country, or be responsible for the
overall management, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of all
programmes and projects implemented by UN-Habitat within a country.
Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Habitat Programme Manager (HPM) will be responsible for the following duties:
- Supports the Regional Office by contributing to project
development, negotiations, implementation and monitoring the
activities.
- Supports the Regional Office by instituting a common
administrative and financial framework for all projects operating
under UN-Habitat,
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of multilateral
programming instruments to ensure that Government key sectoral
concerns and priorities are adequately reflected, to bring to bear
UN-Habitat substantive knowledge and potential contribution, and to
strive to place UN-Habitat within the framework of the programming
instruments.
- Mainstreams, at the country level of UN-Habitat, global
programmes, such as pro-poor housing, disaster risk reduction and
climate change initiatives, gender equity, tenure, urban development
and poverty reduction.
- Shares information on the availability of training and capacity
building tools with external partners and assessing degree of interest
in applying them.
- Strengthens linkages and information flows between UN-Habitat,
local partners and governments through representation, liaison,
networking and attendance at meetings.
- Designs and implements a monitoring and evaluation system which
is results-based for projects as well as for normative activities such
as policy support.
- Promotes knowledge management through good practices and reporting.
- Performs other duties as required.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following: national
counterparts, UN agencies, partner agencies, local government
partners, National Project Managers and senior project staff, a Project
Management Officer, and if applicable a Chief Technical Advisor, Senior
Human Settlement Officers, Programme Management Officers, Branch/
Regional Managers, Programme Support Division and other units at
Headquarters.
Results Expected:, UN-Habitat in-country activities
are properly coordinated. Preparation of programme documents such as
Habitat Country Programme Document, and the inclusion of UN-Habitat
interventions in the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) of
human settlements policies, related to the urban sector good urban
governance and urban management, disaster risk reduction, shelter, post
disaster/conflict reconstruction, slum upgrading, urban environment,
water and sanitation, ,rural urban linkages and local economic
development.
Competencies:
- Professionalism: 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.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Qualifications:
Education: Advanced university degree in
architecture, urban planning or any other social science fields
(engineering, sociology, geography, urban/ municipal planning, public
and business administration). Possession of a relevant post graduate
qualification will be an advantage.
Experience: Five to eight years of senior
management experience field experience in formulation and
implementation of development programmes including human settlement
programmes and projects, international relations and coordination.
Language: Fluency in English as well as the national
language of the respective country (both oral and written) is
required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
Other skills: Proficient in Database Management, Word, Excel, Email, Internet and preferably programme management applications.
See UN website http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/index.html
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United
Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a
non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR
TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION
ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS
Applications should include:
- Cover memo (maximum 1 page)
- CV in the PHP format, accessible through the INSPIRA
website (inspira.un.org) Please note, if using INSPIRA for the first
time, you need to register in order to activate your account, which
will allow you to log in and create a personal History Profile.
- The PHP should be attached to the application as a PDF file.
All applications with subject heading “Applications for HPM Sri Lanka” should be submitted to:
UN-Habitat Sri Lanka Office
202-204 Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07
Tel : +94 (0) 719 999 809
E-mail: info@unhabitat.lk
Please note that applications received after the closing date
stated above, will not be given consideration. Only short-listed
candidates whose applications respond to the above criteria will be
contacted for interview.
Deadline for Applications: 7 March 2014
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