Re-advertisement: Project Manager - Support to Transitional Justice in Kosovo (STJ) Project - Prishtina

Prishtina, Kosovo, UN Administered TerritoryStarting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)Duration of Initial Contract :Title:                              Project Manager
Project:                        ‘Support to Transitional Justice in Kosovo’
Department:               OHCHR/UNDP
Reports to:                  UNDP Governance Adviser
Level:                           SB4 (q3, q4, q5)
Organizational Context
Under the direct supervision of UNDP Governance Adviser, the Project Manager has the overall responsibility for achieving the project results (outputs) as defined in the approved project document and in the annual workplans through timely and quality implementation and monitoring. The Project Manager is supervising and leading the project staff. Provide leadership to the project team and outsources partners and contractors and build smooth relationship with partners.

Summary of functions: 

 Management of the project, implementing activities by mobilizing goods and services, in accordance with UNDP POPP and UNDP Kosovo Standard Operating Procedures Monitoring of progress and risks, ensuring that changes are controlled and problems addressed; Reporting on progress including measures to address challenges and opportunitiesSupport partnerships and advocacy activities at project level Ensure implementation of knowledge management activities

Management of the project, implementing activities by mobilizing goods and services, in accordance with UNDP POPP and the UNDP Kosovo Standard Operating Procedures:

Prepare annual project workplans and related sub-plans (procurement plan, quarterly plans if required, and others as necessary); Build, motivate and lead a high-performing project team; coordinate and supervise the work of the project personnel Ensure timely and good-quality implementation of workplan activities.Continuously monitor progress against the approved work-plan; identify changes in the external environment and promptly agree necessary solutions/actions ( ex. related to the planning and implementation of activities, need for new activities) with UNDP office and Project Board Mobilize personnel, goods and services, training and micro-capital grants to initiative activities, including drafting terms of reference and work specifications and overseeing all contractors’ work; Manage requests for the provision of financial resources by UNDP, through advance of funds, direct payments, or reimbursement using the FACE (Fund Authorization and Certificate of Expenditures); Monitor financial resources and accounting to ensure accuracy and reliability of financial reports; ensue preparation of budget revisions as necessary; follow up with UNDP programme associate and finance staff on issues. Coordinate an exit strategy at least 6 months ahead of the project closure date; ensure closure of the project is done according to the established proceduresGender sensitive response on dealing with the past and transitional justice issues while achieving the project results 

Monitoring of progress and risks, ensuring that changes are controlled and problems addressed; Reporting on progress including measures to address challenges and opportunities:

Monitor events as determined in the project monitoring schedule plan, and update the plan (in Atlas and off-Atlas) as required; Periodically update the project information Atlas Project Management moduleManage and monitor the project risks initially identified and submit new risks to the
project board for consideration and decision on possible actions if required; update the status of these risks by maintaining the project risks log; Organize regular Board meetings and perform regular progress reporting to the project board as agreed to with the board; Prepare progress reports with the frequency and using the template recommended by the UNDP office. Submit the report to supervisor in the UNDP programme team for review and clearance, according to the agreed timetable. Share report with the project board.Ensure reporting to donor is prepared timely and the reports are meeting the standardsSupport the preparation of reviews and evaluations as defined in the project documentPrepare final project reports and papers

Support partnerships and advocacy activities at project level 

Be familiar with the activities of other development projects in the sector/area, establish contact and keep up-to date with their work Create and maintain partnerships with local institutions, private sector, and project target areasSupport the partnerships and advocacy activities agreed by the UNDP/OHCHR office in the area/sector covered by the project

Ensure implementation of knowledge management activities 

Regular exchange of information/experience with other projects, cross-learning and sharing results and good practicesEnsure the project has the required communication package and preparation, upon request of the UNDP office, of information materials for dissemination within UNDP globally and regionally, and to external stakeholdersCapture lessons learnt during project implementation – a lessons learnt log can be used in this regardParticipation in regular internal meetings, Participation in training events, communities of practice, codifying and sharing knowledge
facilitation and organization of training for project staff to enable them to perform at the required levelThe results of the work of Project Management have a direct impact on the implementation of the project and the achievement of results.  Specifically, the results have an impact on the planning, implementation, monitoring and coordination of project activities and resources (human, financial, material assets etc) in order to meet expected results, and contribute to the overall success and impact of the UNDP/OHCHR office work in Kosovo. 

Corporate Competencies 

Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standardsPromotes the vision, mission and strategic goals of UNDP/OHCHRDisplays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptabilityTreats all people fairly without favouritismExcellent analytical and organizational skillsDemonstrates substantial experience in gender equality. Actively promotes gender equality in all Project activities.

Functional competencies:

Ability to conduct strategic planning, results-based management and reportingAbility to lead monitoring of management projectsAbility to lead business process Ability to affect staff behavioural/attitudinal changeAbility to perform a variety of specialized tasks related to Results-Based Management, including support to design, planning and implementation of the programme, managing data, reportingAnalytical and strategic thinking/results orientationExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to establish effective working relations in a multicultural team environmentExcellent supervisory, management and team-building skills.

Education: 

Master Degree or equivalent in post-conflict peace-building, transitional justice, international relations, social sciences,  or other relevant fields

Experience: 

Min 3 years of relevant working experience in project/programme management or managing staff and operational systems, and/or establishing relationships among international organization and local institutions/communitiesProven track record in working with transitional justice related issuesPrevious experience in development assistance or related  work for an international agency or donor organization or NGOProven ability to coordinate complex programs with diverse range of partners

Language Requirements: 

Fluency in both oral and written English, Albanian and/or Serbian
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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International Trade Consultant (Export Market Studies) - Prizren and Prishtina

Prizren and Prishtina, Kosovo, UN Administered TerritoryStarting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)Duration of Initial Contract :02 June 2014 – 24 July 2014 (22 w/days within this period)Expected Duration of Assignment :02 June 2014 – 24 July 2014 ( 22 w/days within this period)Exporting is considered to be one of the main drivers towards economic development and growth, in particular for small developing countries like Kosovo. Increasing exports provides new opportunities for enterprises and entrepreneurs to further increase their productivity levels, expand and upgrade their production, and create more and better jobs.Several most pressing economic and labour market challenges that Kosovo is facing include the high unemployment rate, the low employment rate, the increasing inactivity rate among unemployed and the lack of skilled workforce as well as low production and processing capacity of the operating businesses. Although exports have experienced a positive increase in the last decade, imports have been continuously high resulting in persisting trade deficit. Aid for Trade (AfT) acknowledges the importance of exporting in employment generation, poverty reduction, and sustainable economic growth and tries to tackle the issue through several interventions within the project’s framework. The first step towards expanding the geographical scope of doing business is gathering information on potential export markets. A baseline assessment study covering the following business sectors: Agricultural produce, Food processing, Construction materials, Wood processing, Artisanal crafts and Tourism in the South region of Kosovo, conducted by UNDP Aid for Trade project, highlighted the need of businesses for greater flow of information on potential export markets.Under direct supervision of the UNDP Aid for Trade project manager, in close cooperation with two local consultants assigned to prepare draft market-entry and subject-specific studies, in consultation with designated local authorities in respective municipalities, and in accordance with the Kosovo context, the international consultant is expected to:Review and comment the comprehensive analysis of the general economic situation and trend developments in Kosovo focusing on the negotiated and on-going trade arrangements drafted by local experts; Assess and remark the subject relevant mapping exercises; summary of the relevant documents, namely legislation, regulation, standards, licensing and export procedures and the overview of the past and current development interventions implemented by local and international entities including objectives and results achieved compiled by local experts;Check the lists of relevant policymakers and other stakeholders to be met ensuring representative participation; Examine the draft list of issues for discussion to ensure incorporation of all important aspects; Analyze the draft structure and content of market entry studies and subject-specific studies on potential export markets, and propose the form to be applied; Review draft reports and incorporate an overview of best practices/approach applied in regional countries and other countries relevant to the Kosovo context;Review and finalize reports, ensuring recommendations for fulfilling the required conditions and criteria for export, and, the role of relevant institutions and organizations in accomplishing them, are feasible and clearly stipulated;Participate in the validation workshop to discuss the main findings of the reports;Findings on all of the above will be part of a final report that will be delivered for validation to UNDP.  The two comprehensive analysis on general economic development and trade arrangements drafted by local consultants are reviewed and commented Estimated Duration to CompleteProject Manager/ Programme Analyst.Lists of representatives and issues for discussion are examined .Estimated Duration to CompleteProject Manager/ Programme Analyst.

Deliverables/ Outputs

Both mapping exercises of relevant materials and overviews of developments compiled by local consultants are assessed and remarked.Estimated Duration to CompleteProject Manager/ Programme Analyst.

Deliverables/ Outputs

Structure and content of subject-specific and market-entry studies are reviewed and analyzed and final form is decided.Estimated Duration to CompleteProject Manager/ Programme Analyst.

Deliverables/ Outputs

First draft of studies is reviewed and overview of best practices relevant to subjects analyzed is incorporated. Estimated Duration to CompleteProject Manager/ Programme Analyst.

Deliverables/ Outputs

Review and finalize both studies ensuring inclusion of feasible and clearly stipulated recommendations.Estimated Duration to CompleteProject Manager/ Programme Analyst.

Deliverables/ Outputs

Validation workshop is organized; Estimated Duration to CompleteProject Manager/ Programme Analyst.

Deliverables/ Outputs

Final report is submitted and validated.Estimated Duration to CompleteProject Manager/ Programme Analyst . Deliverables / Final Products ExpectedThe duration of the assignment is 22 working days. The principal role of the international consultant is to support and advise the local consultants and the project team during the entire assignment, as well as finalize the reports/studies produced by the local consultants, verifying and ensuring that high qualitative deliverables are produced.
Reports have to be validated and approved by the Project Manager of the UNDP Aid for Trade Project.
Findings from the report presented and elaborated with relevant stakeholders through organized discussion/workshop.Scope of price proposal and schedule of payments20% upon signature of the contract;20% upon successful completion of first three deliverables;25% upon successful completion of the fourth, fifth and sixth deliverable;35% upon successful completion of last two deliverables. Recommended Presentation of Offer
The following documents may be requested:Personal CV and P11, indicating all past experience from similar projects, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate and at least three (3) professional references;Financial Proposal that indicates the all-inclusive fixed total contract price. The Offeror must indicate at this point, and ensure that all such costs are duly incorporated in the financial proposal submitted to UNDP.  Provide a list of similar profiles prepared during previous work experience. Criteria for Selection of the Best Offer
This section should indicate all the criteria which shall serve as basis for evaluating offers, which may be done in either of the following manner :Combined Scoring method – where the qualifications and methodology will be weighted a max. of 70%, and combined with the price offer which will be weighted a max of 30%.Click on the "Apply now" button; Input your information in the appropriate Sections: personal information, language proficiency, education, resume and motivation. You can type in, or paste your short Resume into the last box; Upon completion of the first page, please hit "submit application" tab at the end of the page. On the next page, you will be asked to upload your Resume; System will only allow one attachment. All docs (CV; P11; financial offer; list of similar profiles should be included as one attachment).Knowledge of the economic, political and social context of the Western Balkans with special focus on the business environment in Kosovo;In-depth understanding of general information on export target markets and specific issues on potential export markets especially for countries relevant to the Kosovo context;Ability to synthesize research and draw conclusions on the related subjects; Good analytical and report writing skills;Good communication skills;Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;Ability to establish effective working relations in a multicultural team environment;Excellent and team-building skills;Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability in the assigned process;Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors;Responds positively to critical feedback. Master degree in International Trade with extensive professional knowledge on development of market entry studies and subject-specific studies on potential export markets.Minimum five years of demonstrated work experience with private sector, international development agencies or NGO’s and substantive exposure to international trade matters and export-related projects;Proven extensive knowledge and expertise in the regional and national competitiveness issues;    Knowledge and experience working with private sector officials at national level;Fluency in the English language. 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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