UNOPS Democratic Republic of Congo Multi-Country Office (CDMCO) is recruiting for this position: Country Manager based in Kinshasa, DRC (Family Duty Station).
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
Democratic Republic of Congo Multi-Country Office (CDMCO) Context:
As part of the CDMCO, the DRC Project Office is responsible for developing, delivering and managing a large-sized portfolio of engagements and cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievement of UNOPS management results.
At UNOPS, Project Office portfolio size is determined by a mix of internal and external drivers, including value of engagements and prevailing humanitarian and geo-political contexts. Currently, DRC Project Office manages a portfolio of over $256 million, with 21 projects of diverse sectors and service types and over 100 personnel. The office has a strong business and partner opportunity pipeline, requiring its consolidation into firmed and signed engagements to reach double or triple its current portfolio.The DRC Project Office also manages the operational risks associated with the office’s portfolio of engagements.
As delegated by the CDMCO Director, the DRC Country Manager may represent the DRC Project Office (DRC, Burundi and Rwanda) in inter-regional and inter-governmental meetings, serving as the internal coordination point for UNOPS activities related to the Great Lakes Region, South African Development Community (SADC), and Central African Forest Initiative (CAFI), to mention a few.
The Country Manager (DRC) reports to the CDMCO Director who provides strategic direction, oversight and guidance. The Country Manager also works in close collaboration with the Multi Country Office (MCO) Head of Support Services and the Head of Programme.
The DRC Country Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring and supervising the delivery of engagements and operations in DRC, Burundi and Rwanda – including liaison and engagement development activities, achievement of Engagement Addition goals and targets, and delivering timely and cost effective services for sustainable results by partners and stakeholders.
Summary of key results:
1. People leadership:
2. Project Office portfolio management:
3. Alliance building, networking and advocacy for business development:
4. Service delivery and quality assurance:
5. Representation and inter-agency partnership:
6. Knowledge management and innovation:
Impact of Results
The effective and successful achievement of results by the Country Manager directly impacts on the development and performance of the Project Office, the visibility and image of the UNOPS as an effective service provider in project services and management and consequently strengthens its competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services in the country served.
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Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. |
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. |
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). |
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. |
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. |
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. |
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. |
Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment (Staff)
Contract level: P5 (ICS-12)
Contract duration: One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability
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Terms and Conditions
The Democratic Republic of Congo Multi-Country Office (CDMCO) is responsible for developing, delivering, managing and implementing a portfolio of projects and programmes spread across 15 countries – Angola, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic (CAR), Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Madagascar, Republic of Congo, and Rwanda – and includes 5 Small Island Developing States (SIDS) – Cape Verde, Comoros, Mauritius, Sao Tome & Principe, and Seychelles.
The CDMCO provides strategic direction, operational support, delivery oversight and assurance of the excellence of organizational processes and quality standards across all of the countries served by the Office, including the country (DRC) where the MCO is based.