UNDP National Coordinator - Inclusive Governance Jobs in Rwanda
UNDP National Coordinator - Inclusive Governance Jobs in Rwanda
Organizational ContextGlobally, UNDP supports governments to protect, respect and fulfil human rights and to improve legal and policy environments to protect the vulnerable and leave no one behind.
UNDP’s work on inclusive governance contributes to achieving SDG 5 (gender equality), SDG 10 (reducing inequalities) and SDG 16 (peace, justice and strong institutions).
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions
Provide advisory services in the area of inclusive governance
Ensure effective planning, implementation, reporting and evaluation of the projects on inclusive governance
Contribute to resource mobilization and partnership for the CO inclusive governance projects and initiatives
Promote collaboration among project stakeholders;
Provide advisory services in the area of inclusive governance
Identify key priorities in the area of inclusive governance and devise strategies for evidence based and inclusive policy contributions;
Analyze strategically inclusive governance processes in Rwanda to propose policy and programme strategies;
Create knowledge products in the area of practice;
Design, facilitate and contribute to policy dialogue with the Government, Development partners, CSOs, the media for inclusive and active policy engagement;
Conduct analysis of policies used by various countries and organizations to identify good practices and added value for consideration by UNDP and partners.
Ensure effective planning, implementation, reporting and evaluation of the projects on inclusive governance
Provide oversight to the development of annual and quarterly work plans and budgets for the gender accountability and disability Inclusion projects and coordinate and monitor the implementation of project activities;
Provide technical support to and technically oversee the implementation of project activities;
Initiate innovative approaches for effective project implementation;
Provide technical inputs to the monitoring and reporting of the projects including the development of M&E frameworks and reporting templates;
Develop terms of references and concept notes for different assignments in the project documents;
Ensure that quarterly project financial and progress reports are timely prepared and submitted to UNDP on a quarterly basis;
Supervise contractors especially technical assistants to ensure quality and timely delivery of contracted services;
Provide inputs to advocacy, knowledge building and communication efforts.
Prepare project briefs and talking points on inclusive governance.
Contribute to resource mobilization and partnership for the CO inclusive governance projects and initiatives.
Elaborate the projects funding and technical needs;
Conduct partnership mapping and effective partnership building
Propose tools for partnerships and resource mobilization
Support in developing resource mobilization strategies;
Develop proposals for resource mobilization in the area of inclusive governance.
Promote collaboration and partnership among project stakeholders
Identify strategic partnership and stakeholders and facilitate collaboration and partnership
Serve as a focal point between UNDP and projects partners;
Identify synergies between activities of project stakeholders and ensure collaboration.
Serve as a focal point for inclusive governance within the UNDP, Government, CSO and private sector partners
Document UNDP interventions, results and lessons learnt to inform planning, policy and making
Strengthen and sustain collaboration and partnership including facilitating exchange, develop partnership framework and monitor their implementation.
Impact of Results
The expected result is effective coordination and implementation of the activities related to inclusive governance, more specifically the gender Accountability and the disability inclusion projects.
The impact from this result is increased gender responsiveness in the private sector and public institutions and strengthened inclusion of persons with disabilities in policymaking and development processes.
The coordinator will also ensure strong partnership and resource mobilization for
the inclusive governance portfolio.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies
Planning and Organizing: Identifies priority interventions and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in the project.
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.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
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.
Management and Leadership: Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback; Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills; Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude; Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills; Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors; Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure; Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
Required Skills and Experience
Education
Master’s degree or equivalent in Social sciences, International Development, Governance, Gender studies, Human Rights, Social Sciences, Political science, Law or related field;
Specialized professional training in project management is an asset.
Experience
At least 5 years of experience in development projects implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building of partners.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience inclusive governance and development;
Proven experience working in areas of social justice, inclusive governance, human rights, gender equality, or related field;
Evidence/proof of past experience in executing similar assignments within a multi stakeholder’s framework;
Sound knowledge on national, regional and global human rights and non-discrimination frameworks;
Proven competencies in research and facilitation skills, as well as ability to multi-task, deliver on time, and work with limited supervision;
Language Requirements
Proven excellent communication and writing skills in English and Kinyarwanda. Knowledge of French is an added advantage;
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UNDP National Coordinator - Inclusive Governance Jobs in Rwanda
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