National Coordinator - Mangroves for the Future - Male'

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Launched in December 2006, Mangroves for the Future is a multi-agency, multi-country initiative for the long-term conservation and sustainable management of coastal ecosystems. MFF covers countries in South and Southeast Asia and the Western Indian Ocean, with special focus on India, Indonesia, Maldives, Pakistan, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Viet Nam. The initiative involves collaboration between multiple partners, including government agencies, NGOs and CBOs, research institutes and universities, UN agencies and other multilateral bodies. MFF provides a platform, which brings together the efforts of different countries, sectors and agencies under a common goal.

The implementation of MFF Regional action plan and overall progress towards achieving its objectives is overseen by a multi-stakeholder body, the Regional Steering Com­mittee (RSC) co-chaired by IUCN and UNDP, with representatives from MFF’s member country governments and institutional part­ners.

The mandate for coordinating and oversee­ing MFF’s in-country activities lies with a National Coordinating Body (NCB) in each member country, and works alongside existing national frameworks for managing coastal areas. The MFF Programme in the Maldives is governed by its National Coordinating Body, comprising Ministry of Environment and Energy, Ministry of Fisheries and Agriculture, Department of National Planning, Education Development Centre, Maldives National University, private sector and the media. The NCB is chaired by Environment Protection Agency. MFF Maldives currently implements the Small Grants, Medium Grants and the MFF Regional Projects.

The position will receive technical backstopping and support, as required, from the MFF Regional Secretariat and from IUCN/UNDP Regional Offices.  

Coordinate and support the implementation of MFF at the national level, to ensure that it operates smoothly and delivers its planned outputs effectively and efficiently and act as national focal point for MFF communications and be responsible for all MFF national communication products;

Provide support to the MFF Maldives National Coordinating Body (NCB); engaging in regular interaction with MFF partners in Maldives; overseeing the coordination, learning, monitoring and evaluation, to assist the country focal points to submit their progress reports to the Regional Secretariat in a timely fashion; and facilitating the provision of technical assistance to the MFF initiative and its projects and partners in Maldives.

Guide the work of MFF programme support staff, interns and volunteers and direct the work of national consultants assisting MFF.

The Coordinator will Liaise between the MFF Secretariat and the National Coordinating Body in Maldives

Implementation and Management of MFF programme strategies, which include:

Promote, guide and oversee the operation of MFF at the national level
Liaising between the MFF Secretariat and the NCB to ensure that the Secretariat’s guidance,including the decisions of the Regional Steering Committee is effectively conveyed to the National Coordinating Body and vice versa
Plan contract and direct the work of national consultants recruited to assist MFF Maldives
Supporting project proposal development for funding project under the MFF framework
Coordinate national MFF actions to ensure smooth operation of the initiative;

Support to the MFF National Coordinating Body and liaison with NCB members.

 Assist NCB in preparing the annual work-plan and updating of NSAP, as required, for MFF in MaldivesEnsure administrative and technical support is provided to the MFF Maldives NCB in a timely manner consistent with the NSAP and Annual Work plans.Function as the nodal point for NCB Members and keep them informed of MFF progress at both national and regional levels as advised by the MFF Regional SecretariatEnsure effective organization, operation, and reporting of NCB meetings and that the agreed actions are followed up;Undertaking monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of the MFF work-plan.

Programme and Project Management Support:

Provide supervision and guidance to the MFF SGF officer as needed for efficient implementation, monitoring and reporting of the MFF Small Grants programme Support implementation of MFF large and regional projects under the guidance of the MFF Secretariat and NCB; liaise with Grantees and function as their focal point; prepare project and donor reporting, as requiredConduct technical and financial monitoring and evaluation of MFF projects and other MFF supported activities; identify operational and financial problems, develop solutions and take any other necessary actions to ensure technical success and efficient use of MFF funds;Assist MFF Secretariat in ML&E activities organised by the MFF Secretariat and the NCB to be undertakenProvide leadership in collating, documenting and sharing of lessons from the large and regional projects;Prepare inputs for MFF Programme, project and donor reporting, as required.Facilitate the acquisition of funds and co-financing opportunities for MFF Phase III (2014-2016)
Function as the MFF Communications Focal Point in Maldives and liaise frequently with NCB members, MFF project managers and other stakeholders;Ensure timely delivery of MFF communications products (NCB progress, web-stories, images, e-newsletter, Wiki content and events calendar);Develop and implement an MFF National Communications Strategy and Action Plan; Ensure that Visual Identity and Branding guidelines are adhered to and ensure that MFF partners and donors are appropriately acknowledged on MFF products; Integrate communications effectively into the MFF MLE Framework.
Provide periodic reports on NCB activities, implementation of the work-plan and the progress of Small and Large Grants, as required by the NCB and MFF Secretariat;  Carry out any other duties germane to the MFF Initiative that you may be called upon to perform from time to time by your line managers. Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standardsPromotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDPDisplays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptabilityTreats all people fairly without favoritismKnowledge Management and LearningPromotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the officeActively 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 EffectivenessAbility to apply conceptual models in support of formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resourcesGood knowledge of the Results Management Guide and ToolkitStrong IT skillsAbility to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/attitudinal change
 Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedbackConsistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitudeDemonstrates strong oral and written communication skillsRemains calm, in control and good humored even under pressureDemonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities Master’s Degree in a subject related to coastal zone conservation, development, management or administration or development studies with a minimum of two years working experience in management or coordination OR Bachelor’s Degree in a subject related to coastal conservation and development,, management or administration or development studies with a minimum of five years working experience in management or coordination
Knowledge of or Experience in the field of coastal zone management and livelihoods issues (preferably in the coastal/marine sector) is desirable.
Experience working effectively with local administrations & communities, national governments, UN Agencies and international organizations in a multi-cultural setting.
Good managerial, interpersonal and team building skills along with demonstrated skills and practice in the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of large, multi-partner programme and projects.
Good communication and reporting skills in both English and Dhivehi and Excellent working knowledge of information technology. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc).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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