UNDP Management Specialist Jobs in Kenya

UNDP Management Specialist Jobs in Kenya

Job Description

Background

The Government of Kenya and UN Kenya have together with a broad range of stakeholders jointly developed the new UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2022-2026 for Kenya.

This new UNSDCF encompasses all UN Kenya support to the Government and people of Kenya through two key Strategic Priorities on (1) People and Peace and (2) Planet and Prosperity respectively supported by (3) a cross-cutting Strategic Enabler of Partnerships.

The UNSDCF has a strong LNOB lens on women/girls; children/youth; all people living in urban informal settlements; and all people living in arid or semi-arid lands.

In alignment with the United Nations General Assembly Resolution 72/729, in May 2022 UN Kenya also launched an “SDG Multi Partner Trust Fund Kenya” (SDG MPTF) that also encompasses the SDG Partnership Platform.

The SDG Partnership Platform, that was initiated by Government together with UN Kenya in 2017 and functioned as a flagship initiative under the UNDAF 2018-2022, brings together leadership from Government, development partners, private sector, philanthropy.

The MPTF will facilitate and drive collective action and pooled resources to support the overall structures and aspirations of the UNSDCF and this post as Management Specialist will support the overall Fund for the full realization of the UNSDCF. The SDG MPTF Kenya Secretariat, where this post will be situated is housed in the RCO.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Management Specialist post is located at the SDG MPTF Kenya Secretariat in the RCO Kenya. The Management Specialist reports to the Expert on Financing for Climate Mitigation and Adaptation under the overall guidance of the Resident Coordinator for the full UNCT Kenya.

The post services the SDG MPTF Kenya including the SDG PP Windows in close liaison with the SDGPP Coordinator. On a daily basis, the Management Specialist will closely collaborate with the RCO, UNCT Kenya and SDG PP teams, as well as key multi-stakeholder partners to successfully deliver on his/her roles and responsibilities described below.

Efficient and effective management of the implementation of the Fund for the UNSDCF

Support joint programmes with pooled funding/financing under the UNSDCF, maximizing the use of the Fund under the leadership of the Expert on Financing for Climate Mitigation and Adaptation and ensure efficient and effective management of operations and implementation of the Fund including interagency processes that are conducive for collective action and proactively take timely corrective actions as required.

Support the fostering of new and existing SDG partnerships including due diligence monitoring and leveraging of new and current funding and financing tools for SDGs in Kenya by providing expert management supports through the 3 key functions described above to help support the operationalization of ideas to action for advancing partnerships.

Streamline the Programme and operations coordination mechanisms between the diverse financing instruments under the UNSDCF and the Fund including the SDGPP windows to ensure coherence and efficiency.

Facilitate cooperation within and between UN agencies required for the Fund for support, logistical coordination and alignment to various UN procedures.

Monitor, analyze and address the operating environment for the Fund, including timely readjustment of the operations to continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness, and advice on legal considerations and risk assessments.

Make contributions to the UNSDCF and the MPTF’s strategic processes and documents including reports submitted within the set deadlines and contribute to the annual cycle for the implementation and follow-up of the UNSDCF focusing on funding and financing.

Support periodic landscape analyses of funding/financing for decision making under the Fund and the UNSDCF.

Foster knowledge building and sharing for the Fund on synthesis of lessons learnt/best practices and

innovations to the RCO and the UNCT knowledge networks and broader communities of practice.

Development of proposals and implementation of result-based monitoring, evaluation and reporting

Support proposal development including work-planning and budget (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and preparation of related implementation planning and workplan documents and reports.

Lead on timely periodic grants management, funds and expenses tracking and prepare high-quality progress and financial reports of the Fund including its Windows and for the SDG PP, as well as individual reports for donors when required.

Track, report and advise on resource mobilization flows, balances, gaps and key priorities periodically for the Fund, including to sustain the Fund Secretariat’s functions.

Undertake regular review of financial reports and records and provide timely recommendations for corrective actions.

Effective and accurate financial, procurement, human resources and logistical management

Lead on the day-to-day operational management including financial, procurement, human resources and logistical management and budgets.

Establish and implement effective and efficient management of finance including tracking of expenditures, procurement, human resources and logistics in line with UN guidelines and procedures and facilitate interagency collaboration on the same.

Develop the Internal Control Framework and be responsible for its implementation as well as related periodic pre-audit preparations required.

Ensure optimal staffing and performance management of the Fund including the SDG PP Secretariat and projects in compliance with corporate human resources policies and strategies.

Estimate financial resources necessary for the Fund to deliver the commitments under the UNSDCF.

Drive the successful delivery of procurements and logistics including a procurement plan, financial management, due diligence processes etc.

Manage assets, facilities and logistical services including ICT.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

Achieve Results: Level 3: Set and Align Challenging, Achievable Objectives for Multiple Projects, Have a Lasting Impact

Think Innovatively: Level 3: Proactively Mitigate Potential Risks, and Develop New Ideas to Solve Complex Problems

Learn Continuously: Level 3: Create and Act on Opportunities to Expand Horizons, Diversify Experiences

Adapt With Agility: Level 3: Proactively Initiate and Champion Change, Manage Multiple Competing Demands

Act With Determination: Level 3: Think Beyond Immediate Task/barriers and Take Action to Achieve Greater Results

Engage and Partner: Level 3: Political Savvy, Navigate the Complex Landscape, Champion Inter-agency Collaboration

Enable Diversity and Inclusion: Level 3: Appreciate the Benefits of a Diverse Workforce and Champion Inclusivity

Qualifications

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in economics, business administration, social sciences, or other relevant fields of study.

A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

A minimum of five (5) years (with Masters degree) or seven (7) years (with Bachelor degree) of progressively responsible experience in ideally in Development or in Finance.

Proven excellent knowledge of operations management of funding and financing for development.

Experience in the UN Common System or other comparable international organization is desirable

Experience from driving innovative development funding and financing tools

Experience in working with development projects

Language requirements

Fluency in oral and written English is required


How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UNDP Management Specialist Jobs in Kenya

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