UNDP Special Adviser Jobs in Nigeria
UNDP Special Adviser Jobs in Nigeria
BackgroundThis position is in the Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning.
The incumbent will be responsible for the provision of strategic policy advice to the ministry in performance management and development partner cooperation.
The Adviser will lead the technical team supporting the establishment and implementation of sustainable government-owned and driven international development aid management processes.
The incumbent will also provide support in the areas of national results-based management and accountability relating to development partner cooperation; and to other areas as designated by the ministry.
The overall objective of the Consultant is to support the Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning through leadership in the provision of high-quality policy advice and support in the delivery of key sustainable government and development aid processes and programmes of the Ministry; and in performance management.
All interested candidates are expected to submit a technical and financial proposition, with CV in one Document.
Duties and Responsibilities
Policy Advisory Service
Provide strategic policy advice in development partner cooperation
Provide strategic policy advice to the ministry, in coordinating, overseeing and monitoring the effectiveness and performance of the functions of the ministry.
Coordinate strategic planning required to deliver on the implementation of INFF, Nigeria Regional Facility Development and other development aid processes of the ministry.
Provide policy advice to strengthen systems and structures that support the development and implementation of a national pro-poor development framework and sound public financial management.
Establish critical linkages with relevant Government agencies, Ministries and parastatals, and participate in policy-making processes to achieve progress in identified projects of the Ministry.
Initiate periodic policy reviews in close consultation with relevant Ministries, agencies, and parastatals to provide advice on the effectiveness and efficacy of policies.
Facilitate the translation of policy intent and Ministerial decisions in the identified areas into viable tasks, and projects to ensure their effective and timely implementation.
Ensure that advice and information on cross-cutting issues is coordinated with all relevant Ministries, Agencies and parastatals and UN country team prior to submission of strategic advice.
Draw upon other country experiences, lessons learned and knowledge networks,
to provide contributions towards effective policy -making.
Monitoring and Implementation
Monitor progress on development partner cooperation and performance management in the delivery of key development aid management processes and brief senior officials of the ministry accordingly.
Ensure proper conduct of processes and provide strategic advice to facilitate the implementation of INFF, Nigeria Regional
Facility Development and other development aid processes of the Ministry.
Provide technical advice on strategy and risk-management in development aid management processes.
Support the senior officials of the Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning in their engagement with relevant stakeholders toward the coordination of national strategic policy development and implementation.
Support the ministry in other areas of national and ministry results-based management and accountability, as necessary.
Strengthening Strategic Partnerships and Alliances
Support the Ministry to engage with State Ministries, national level institutions and civil society;
Support the senior officials of the ministry to engage, create and coordinate partnerships with bilateral and multilateral donors, UN Agencies, and International Financial Institutions;
Representational Duties
Represent the ministry in high-level meetings, discussions and negotiations on the establishment and implementation of sustainable government-owned and driven international development aid management processes. Supervise draft budget memos, reports, assessments and analysis as may be required.
Competencies
Core 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
Ability to work with a multi-cultural and diverse team
Ability to produce high quality work under pressure of tight schedules and timelines
Functional Competencies
Professionalism
Demonstrated ability to: provide advice in a broad range of strategic, policy, management and development issues to Governments, international organizations, and in other high-level leadership settings; lead integrated processes, and, ensuring the timely delivery of a programme of work.
Track record of providing leadership in project monitoring and implementation, problem solving and continuous organizational improvement for effective programme delivery.
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.
Accountability
Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards, operates in compliance with organizational rules and regulations, supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of work unit, where applicable.
Managerial Competencies
Judgement/Decision-making
Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; Gathers relevant information before making a decision;
Managing Performance
Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines
Required Skills and Experience
Education
Advanced University Degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in one of the following disciplines: international relations, finance, political science, social sciences, business administration, public administration, management, Law and related specialization in international development and planning.
Experience
A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in such areas as: international organizations, government, political, social, civil, or legal affairs; public or business administration; or management is required;
A proven track record of leadership and management in multicultural settings, including coordination of interdisciplinary teams, is required;
Experience in a senior managerial capacity, providing clear advice on complex organizational or bureaucratic issues to inform the decision making of high-level leadership is required;
Experience in leading the implementation of strategic development frameworks, multi-donor development funds, stakeholder relationship management, inter-agency coordination and knowledge and familiarity in engagements with Governments and international partners are desirable.
Advanced professional career in development planning and international relations at a senior level is preferred.
Work experience with senior level government officials at the national or international level providing management and technical advisory services in international development, national planning and policy within a central finance and planning Ministry.
Ability to proactively seek and recommend sound policy initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to transfer skills and knowledge to others.
Good communication, negotiation and diplomatic skills.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UNDP Special Adviser Jobs in Nigeria
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