JOB DETAILS:
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. UN-Habitat is initiating its activities in Ukraine and there is an urgent need to fulfil the position of a Liaison and Policy Advice Officer as part of the UN-Habitat programme in Ukraine.
The UN-Habitat Programme team in Ukraine has launched the implementation of UN-Habitat’s mandate in response to the ongoing emergency situation, in collaboration with the Urban Lab. UN-Habitat’s country programme has a focus on implementation of projects at sub-regional and country level, mainly related to urban recovery in crisis and postcrisis contexts, Internally Displaced People (IDP), development of urban profiles to identify the immediate and long-term rehabilitation/recovery needs of the built environment, including damaged housing and public facilities and utilities, to inform strategic and actionable approaches to urban recovery, and support the fundraising activities for programme development.
UN-Habitat is now seeking to strengthen its team by engaging a Liaison and Policy Advice Officer to support delivery of urban recovery initiatives in Ukraine. A key component of the position is to ensure a continuous engagement and coordination with national, regional and local governmental entities, as well as other stakeholders and partners within the urban recovery sector in Ukraine. A strong coordination and alignment between UN-Habitat’s engagement and the Ukrainian recovery agenda is needed for an impactful outcome and result.
This position is located at UN-Habitat in Ukraine under the direct supervision of the Head of the Country Programme responsible for UN-Habitat programming in Ukraine, as well as the technical lead on urban recovery planning. The Liaison and Policy Advice Officer will work closely with UN-Habitat team in Ukraine and its partners.
Duties and main responsibilities
The incumbent is expected to fulfill the following general duties and responsibilities:
Liaison and Partnerships:
Policy and Research:
Programme Support:
Results Expected:
The ultimate result of this assignment is to provide strategic and technical support to sustainable recovery and urbanization of cities and towns in Ukraine, including the implementation and localization of the SDGs and New Urban Agenda.
Reporting requirements
The Liaison and Policy Advice Officer will work under the overall supervision of the Head of the Country Programme and the direct supervision by the designated technical lead, both based in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Working location and travel
The assignment is expected to be conducted from the UN-Habitat office in Kyiv. The position may include travel to field locations required for site visits, technical missions and engagement with stakeholders and partners.
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, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
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.
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.
Communication: Excellent and effective written and oral skills; ability to persuade people with varying points of view and to present information in a concise and accurate manner, ability to clearly communicate links between the organizations.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or
A first-level university degree in combination with (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience
Language
Special Considerations:
The candidate should be familiar with, and committed to the goals of UN-Habitat, and have:
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates must submit an email quoting the post title and the duty station to the email address: unhabitat-ukraine@un.org with the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications: 1. Cover letter explaining why they are the most suitable for the work 2. Completion of a CV in P11 Form which can be downloaded at: https://t.ly/xvSWz The CV shall include information on the past experience in similar projects and at least 3 references. 3. Diplomas and copy of Passport or National ID Card. Deadline for applications: 28th July 2024 UN-Habitat does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. If you have any questions concerning persons or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of these offices and requesting the payment of a fee, please contact: recruitment@unon.org |
ABSTRACT:
United Nations Development Programme Liaison and Policy Advice Officer Ukraine UNDP Jobs 2024
United Nations Development Programme looking for “Liaison and Policy Advice Officer”. Applicants with an Advanced degree may apply on or before 28-Jul-24.
The United Nations Development Programme has published a job vacancy announcement on 11/07/2024 for qualified applicants to fill in the vacant post of Liaison and Policy Advice Officer to be based in Kyiv , Ukraine. For more jobs, please visit https://unjoblink.org
Company Name: United Nations Development Programme
Job Title: Liaison and Policy Advice Officer
Duty Station: Kyiv , Ukraine
Country: Ukraine
Application Deadline: 28-Jul-24