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Organisation: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Duty Station: Gulu, Lira, Uganda

About UNDP:
The Government of
Uganda launched a Peace Recovery and Development Plan (PRDP) which commenced
implementation in July 2009 and now in a second phase running until June 2015.
The main objective of PRDP-2 is to complete the post-conflict recovery process;
to strengthen the foundation for development in Northern Uganda; and to narrow
the gap between Northern Uganda and the national average level of all
socio-economic indicators. In this context, and building on previous UNDP
engagements in Northern Uganda, UNDP has designed a new project financed
jointly by UNDP Uganda and New York to support the deepening of our initiatives
in Northern Uganda that aim to enhance economic recovery peace building and
lead to the long term socio-economic development of Northern Uganda.

Job Summary: Under the guidance and supervision of the Area
Project Coordinators with overall reporting to the Northern Uganda Programme
Manager and Team Leader Crisis Prevention and Recovery Unit (CPR), the Project
Associates will provide administrative support for the smooth implementation of
the Northern Uganda Programme in accordance with UNDP rules and
regulations. The Project Associates will work in close collaboration with
the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the Country Office. The
Project Associates will be based in Lira and Gulu districts respectively.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Provide effective support in the management of the project focusing
on the achievement of the following results:
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Ensure timely consolidation of reports prepared and
submitted by all partners including technical, and financial reports;
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Ensure close coordination between other relevant
projects and programmes;
·        
Facilitate coordination and other support for
consultants hired on the project, and for any relevant missions UNDP or other
directly related to the project;
·        
Support in the provision of guidance to the
partners on routine implementation of projects including their reporting;
·        
Presentation of information for audit of the
Northern Uganda Programme and support implementation of audit recommendations
as deemed appropriate
·        
Participate in project monitoring and evaluation
(M&E) specifically, participate in field project visits;
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Participate in discussions and meetings with
stakeholders;
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Monitor financial delivery and prepare reports as
needed.
·        
Review, in conformity with procedures, work plans,
availability of resources for expenditure, and ensures conformity of project
financial requests.
·        
Preparation of reports including mission reports,
periodic briefs on progress especially from the field operations and on M&E
visits;
·        
Support in the organization and management
workshops, trainings and briefs and orientation of the programmes as and when
required for effective implementation of the programme.
2.  Provides administrative support for smooth implementation of
the project focusing on achievement of the  
following    results:
·        
Administrative support to management of the
Programme;
·        
Review of projects Financial Reports; preparation
of basic financials for the Programme;
·        
Maintenance of the internal expenditures control
system while ensuring that vouchers are processed timely, are matched and
completed, transactions are correctly recorded;
·        
Filing of all related project documents;
·        
Liaise and provide support with local experts and
consultants on assigned tasks;
·        
Preparation of requisitions for goods and services
to be procured in the Northern Uganda Programme;
3.  Ensures
facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the project
focusing on achievement of the following results:
·        
Organization of trainings and workshops for stakeholders
of the project;
·        
Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices
during the implementation of the project;
·        
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and
communities of practice.
Qualifications, Skills
& Experience:
·        
Bachelors Degree in Business administration,
Public Administration, Social Sciences, Economics or International Development,
or any other field related to project management.
·        
Five years work experience in provision of support
to the management of projects; 
·        
Experience in specifically supporting projects in
post conflict and recovery area will be an advantage;
·        
Good understanding of crisis prevention and
recovery issues in Uganda and/or in  Sub-Saharan Africa region;
·        
Relevant experience of working with government
agencies, District Local Governments, local communities and international
organizations;
·        
Experience in the use of computers and office
software packages and handling of web based management systems.
Language
Requirements: Fluent in English
Personal Competencies:
Corporate
Competencies:
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Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values
and ethical standards.
·        
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals
of UNDP and UN.
·        
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race,
nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
·        
Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
Functional
Competencies:
1. Knowledge Management and Learning
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Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture;
·        
In-depth knowledge on development issues;
·        
Ability to advocate and provide policy advice;
·        
Actively works towards continuing personal learning
and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and
applies newly acquired skills.
2.  Development and Operational Effectiveness
·        
Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based
management and reporting;
·        
Ability to lead formulation, implementation,
monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, and mobilize
resources;
·        
Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and
Toolkit;
·        
Strong IT skills;
·        
Ability to implement of new systems (business
side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change.
How to Apply:
If you believe you
are one of the two ideal candidates for this fantastic opportunity for the United
Nations Development Programme, then visit the web link below for full job
details http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=37433
NB: UNDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified
Women are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: 20th May, 2013
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