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Job Title: Associate
Programme Management Officer
Programme Management Officer
Organisation: United
Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Job Opening Number: 18-Programme Management-UN-HABITAT-101775-R-Kampala (E)
Reports to: UNDP
Country Director
Country Director
Grade: NOB
About US:
The United Nations
Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly
to promote socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements development
and the achievement of adequate shelter for all. For close to forty years,
UN-Habitat has been working in human settlements throughout the world, focusing
on building a brighter future for villages, towns, and cities of all sizes.
Because of these four decades of extensive experience, from the highest levels
of policy to a range of specific technical issues, UN-Habitat has gained a
unique and a universally acknowledged expertise in human settlements
development at different planning scales.
Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly
to promote socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements development
and the achievement of adequate shelter for all. For close to forty years,
UN-Habitat has been working in human settlements throughout the world, focusing
on building a brighter future for villages, towns, and cities of all sizes.
Because of these four decades of extensive experience, from the highest levels
of policy to a range of specific technical issues, UN-Habitat has gained a
unique and a universally acknowledged expertise in human settlements
development at different planning scales.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Under
the administrative guidance of the UNDP Country Director, and Programmatic
guidance of the UN-HABITAT Regional Office for Africa (ROAf), the UN-Habitat
Programme Officer will be responsible for the following tasks:
the administrative guidance of the UNDP Country Director, and Programmatic
guidance of the UN-HABITAT Regional Office for Africa (ROAf), the UN-Habitat
Programme Officer will be responsible for the following tasks:
UN-HABITAT
Representation in UN country team activities and Participation in Regional,
interagency, and inter-organizational processes.
Representation in UN country team activities and Participation in Regional,
interagency, and inter-organizational processes.
- Active participation in the UN Country Team activities, and other UN
common strategic planning through his/her active involvement in the UNDAF,
CAP, etc. - Provide management leadership and be responsible for the day-to-day
running of the UN Habitat office in Uganda. - Actively participate in the AU, UNDAF and other activities
coordinated by the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office.
Global
Campaigns/Global Programmes
Campaigns/Global Programmes
- In-country liaison officer for UN-HABITAT, particularly with
reference to the implementation of the Habitat Agenda, advocacy of the
norms and principles of the Global Campaigns for Sustainable Urbanization
and implementation of global programmes.
Project and
Programme identification and monitoring.
Programme identification and monitoring.
- Supporting the Regional Office with identification of Programmes or
Projects related to sustainable urbanization especially in the seven
thematic focus areas of UNHABITAT including: Urban Legislation and
Governance, Urban Planning and Design, Urban Basic Services, Urban
Economy, Research and Capacity Building, Disaster and Risk Reduction, and
Housing and Slum Up-grading.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the United Nations Human Settlements
Programme (UN-Habitat) Associate Programme Management Officer job must
hold an advanced university degree in either; Urban and Regional Planning,
Engineering (including Urban/Municipal Engineering), and Architecture or a
related Social Sciences field such as geography, environmental science,
and public and/or business administration. A first-level university degree
in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the
advanced university degree. - At least two years of progressively responsible experience in human
settlements issues, formulation and implementation of human settlements
programmes and projects is required. - Knowledge of procedures related to technical cooperation,
programme/project identification/formulation/appraisal/implementation and
evaluation and programme management is desirable. Experience in an
international organization is an added advantage. - Languages: fluency
in English (both Oral and written), Luganda or Swahili is required. Knowledge
of any other UN working language is an asset.
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 conduct 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. - Teamwork: Works
collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits
input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to
learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and
acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may
not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments
and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. - Accountability:
Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours 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.
NB: 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.
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.
How to Apply:
All candidates who
wish to join the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in the
aforementioned capacity are encouraged to apply online at the link below.
wish to join the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in the
aforementioned capacity are encouraged to apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 11th September 2018
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