UNDP Functional Assessment of institutions under Chapter 1 and IV of ARCS Jobs in South Sudan
UNDP Functional Assessment of institutions under Chapter 1 and IV of ARCS Jobs in South Sudan
BackgroundThe Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) signed on 12 September 2018 in Addis Ababa provided a roadmap for peace through reforms, political transformation, security, development and national reconciliation.
After nine months delays in the formation of the RTGoNU, the President in a Republican Decree returned the country to the former 10 states and creation of three administrative areas following extensive consultations.
The decree paved the way for the formation of RTGoNU in February 2020 followed by the appointment of state governors, and agreement on state structures and responsibilities that has brought renewed hope and peaceful path toward peace and development in South Sudan.
The R-ARCSS is much more than a power sharing deal and has the potential of transforming South Sudan’s political economy. It is a compact for deep political and socio-economic reform.
According to the Revitalized Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (R-JMEC), R-ARCSS implementation is positive with deficiencies in the creation of an enabling environment and management of risks associated with implementation such as trust-building, transparency process, consensus-building nature of the state, federal versus central, security sector reform, demilitarization, demobilization and integration, allocation of oil revenue, governance architecture and public service reform, constitution-making, and elections.
Therefore, investing in the implementation of the R-ARCSS has the potential of showcasing success demonstrating a new way of working in a protracted and complex humanitarian context of South Sudan.
UNDP is positioning itself as the partner of choice, through a transformative agenda and leadership support, shaping country ideas and building partnership and trust and influencing R-ARCSS transitional institutions and mechanisms in both state and non-state actors.
The RTGoNU has the President as the Head of State and a Government with five clusters coordinated by Vice Presidents.
The Governance Cluster will be under the First Vice President whilst the Economic; Service; Infrastructure; and Gender & Youth clusters will each be under a Vice President. However, the planned mapping/functional assessment will focus on the priority 12 Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) organized under the Governors (six) clusters and Economic (six) clusters.
The rapid functional capacity gap assessment needs to be realistic, feasible and with time-bound actions for the implementation of chapters I and IV of the R-ARCSS with the RTGoNU.
Governance Cluster
Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Ministry of Peacebuilding, National Constitutional Review Commission and Political Party Council.
Economic Cluster
Ministry of Petroleum, Ministry of Mining, Ministry of Trade and Industry,
Bank of South Sudan, National Bureau of Statistics and National Revenue Authority.
The MDAs in these cluster will be reviewed by the National Consultant who will engage on strategic gaps with the view to improve capacity, performance and impact
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct guidance and supervision of the UNDP Democracy and Stabilization Team Leader, and direct supervision of the project Manager, the National Consultant will support the perform of the following duties:
Functional capacity assessment of 12 Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), six in the Governance Cluster and six in the Economic Cluster.
Provide summary recommendations on institutional key s/challenges and gaps and propose priority areas of need for capacity development.
Recommend key areas for SSEs intervention within the scope of the GEMS project.
The consultancy will be for a total of 30 of working days.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies
Demonstrate integrity by modeling UN values and ethical standards
Respect the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the UNDP
Display cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treat all people fairly and without favoritism
Functional Competencies
Substantive previous experience of law, political science, and public policy, public administration
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
Proven skills particularly using participatory research techniques
Results oriented, flexible and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated team-building capacity
Ability to cope with a difficult environment where formal institutions of government are at nascent stage
Deal diplomatically with challenging bureaucratic processes and pressure to meet strict deadlines
Build strong relationships focusing on impact and results and responds positively to feedback
Consistently approach work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Demonstrated openness to changes and ability to manage complexities; remain calm, in control and good humored, even under pressure
Required Skills and Experience
Academic Qualifications
Advanced Degree in in Law, Political Science, public policy, public administration, or Development studies.
Experience
Seven years of relevant experience in public administration and social policy, political science
Experience or knowledge in research studies, using participatory techniques in the relevant areas
Previous experience working with government counterparts and development partners desirable
Past experience with UNDP or other UN Agencies or international non-governmental organizations in similar positions will be an advantage
Language
Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English and Arabic;
Knowledge of any local language of South Sudan an advantage.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UNDP Functional Assessment of institutions under Chapter 1 and IV of ARCS Jobs in South Sudan
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