Location: Madrid
Deadline: Friday, 23 August 2013
Description
Department/ Office
United Nations Human SettlementsProgramme
Duty Station
MADRID
Posting Period
24 July 2013-23 August 2013
Job Opening number
13-PGM-UNHABITAT-29078-R-MADRID (E)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human
settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and
environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for
all. The post is located in the Urban Planning and Design Branch.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Regional and Metropolitan Unit Leader, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
1. Project management, implementation and advisory services:
Provide technical assistance and guidance support by contributing to project development, negotiations, implementation, monitoring of activities, leading/participating in missions aimed at development of the New Urban Agenda of UN-Habitat.
Ensure effective and efficient management of the project resources.
Facilitate and provide advisory services meetings and conferences on the New Urban Agenda.
2. Effective advocacy and partnerships:
Provide support through documentation and facilitating networking with partners and programmes contribution.
Identify and promote programmes opportunities and resource mobilization , and provide operational/ organizational support to all UN-Habitat activities in Spain.
Initiate and coordinate outreach activities; conduct training workshops and seminars, make presentation on assigned topics/activities.
3. Representation and Liaising with Spanish key stakeholders:
Act as the in-country liaison officer for UN-HABITAT.
Elaborate and present annual reports and institutional information to stakeholders.
.Participate in the formulation of multilateral programming instruments to bring to bear UN-Habitat substantive knowledge and potential contribution, and to strive to place UN-Habitat within the framework of the programming instruments.
Perform as required, other duties relevant to the position.
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 assist with data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
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.
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.
Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities 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.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations or public/business administration. A first-level University Degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of working experience in areas related to projects and programmes management and/or development, including at least four at the international level is required. Experience in liaison and institutional relations is required. Familiarity with the Habitat Agenda is an advantage. Experience/knowledge of the Spanish Cooperation System is an advantage and knowledge of multilateral development system is desirable. Experience in interacting with a range of national and local governments and UN agencies is an added advantage.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in oral and written English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. This is a project post and is funded for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension.
1. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.
2. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira "Need Help?" link.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
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.
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