Mission and objectives

UNDP’s mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP’s overall goal is to contribute to sustainable human development. UNDP has four focus areas in its mandate: poverty reduction, democratic governance, environment and energy, and crisis prevention and recovery

Context

The project aims at strengthening the operational capacity of the Ports of Aden and Mukalla through the rehabilitation of damaged facilities and procurement of necessary parts and equipment to contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of humanitarian assistance to the Yemeni population.

Task Description

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Project Manager or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV [International Reporting and Communication Specialist] will carry out the following tasks: *Monitoring and Reporting: – Design and implement data collection and reporting protocols linked to project outcome indicators to support routine project progress reporting. – Support monitoring data quality tracking the progress of activities and identifying opportunities for staff and IPs capacity building opportunities. – Perform field visits as per need to ensure the quality of the data gathered by the project and to verify the accuracy of the reported data. – Draft reports and analyse data against indicators listed in the logical framework against indicators and AWP – Interpret outcomes of implementation through data or other evidenced-based sources and provide program recommendations as needed. – Draft quarterly and annual reports, in adherence to and compliance with project Annual Work Plans (AWP) and M&E frameworks. – Assist in the monitoring of milestones and key accomplishments of the program. – Support in organizing special events such as donor engagement/joint monitoring, etc. o Visibility and Communications: – Work closely with UNDP’s other units and government sector offices to ensure related communications materials include information about the project. – Collaborate with UNDP-TL Communication Unit to develop, publish and disseminate media-friendly communications products. – Write content for both print and Web including the UNPD website, blog, brochures, and newsletter. *Knowledge Management: – Constant communication with the Project Manager, Project Management team, project Board, and UNDP staff for implementation of the project communication work plan. – Facilitate and support learning agendas, collaboration, learning and adapting, and knowledge management activities; all aimed at facilitating effective collaboration and promoting learning and sharing among stakeholders. – Support the preparation of the publication, document case stories and best practices for learning and sharing – Generate knowledge management products on M&E such as handbooks, toolkits for indicators, lessons learned reports, webinars, and others. – Network and actively engage with counterparts, communities of practice, and other partners in disseminating learnings and acquiring timely information with respect to M&E policies, tools, and best practices. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: – Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and taking active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); – Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country. – Provide annual and end-of-assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. – Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; – Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers; – Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible. * Results/expected outputs: – As an active [UNDP] team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UNDP and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions. – It is expected that this assignment would contribute to the enhancement of the project’s activity monitoring and reporting. – Provide insight to the project team on the quality of the implementation the impact of the activities, lessons learned, and key achievements. – Enhance the relationship with the counterparts, beneficiaries, and stakeholder

Competencies and values

-Professionalism -Integrity -Teamwork and respect for diversity: the ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries -Commitment to continuous learning: -Planning and organizing effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner -Flexibility: -Genuine commitment towards the values of the UN

Living conditions and remarks

The Republic of Yemen is categorized as one of the least developed countries in the world. Yemen remains the world’s largest humanitarian crisis and aid operation. The crisis is the result of a brutal armed conflict that escalated six years ago. The economy and the currency continued to collapse as foreign reserves were depleted and the government was unable to subsidize food and other commodities for which Yemen is 90 per cent import-reliant. The situation was exacerbated by the global COVID-19 turndown which led to a sharp drop in remittances – the largest source of foreign currency and a lifeline for many families where 80 per cent of people live below the poverty line. As a result, millions more people cannot afford to meet their basic needs. Based on the 2021 HNO analysis, 20.7 million people – 66 per cent of the population – are estimated to need humanitarian assistance in 2021; 12.1 million people of whom are estimated to be in acute need. These people are facing crisis or worse levels of severity of needs, in obtaining the necessities of life, maintaining their health and wellbeing, and the coping strategies employed just to stay alive. International UN staff who work in Yemen are granted well protected accomodations in Sanaa, Aden and other 5 cities where the UN agencies operate. The IUNV is eligible to receive : -A monthly living allowances equivalent to USD 2449.84. – Entry lumpsum, Exit lumpsum; and Travel Allowance – Annual and learning leaves; – Free Medical and life insurance; and – Free access to different learning platforms. You can check full entitlements at the duty station at https://app.unv.org/calculator. The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at https://explore.unv.org/cos

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements