Background

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the overall implementation of Programme/Portfolio work plan development and implementation according to the Bi-Annual Work Plans and Programme Documents;
• Gather inputs and coordinate the preparation of work plans, periodic narrative progress reports and expenditures status reports to the Joint Programme Steering Committee and UN Women;
• Establish systems for project planning, implementation and monitoring, in collaboration with partners;
• Record and maintain documents on relevant Programme activities, issues, and risks.

2. Guide coordination with partners and other stakeholders in BARMM

• Coordinate relationships with national partners to support implementation and expansion of the WPS-HA Programme/Portfolio, raise potential problems and suggest solutions;
• Identify capacity building needs and support partners through technical assistance, mentoring, training and capacity development initiatives, as needed.

3. Provide substantive technical support to the implementation and management of the Joint Programme, “Empowering women for sustainable peace in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) region”

• Gather and compile all information necessary for monitoring and reporting on programmes and projects from the planning to the evaluation stages;
• Lead the implementation of programme activities;
• Draft and provide inputs to annual and quarterly reports; coordinate the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports;
• Lead the coordination of the call/request for proposals, including the organization of technical review committees, and capacity assessment of partners;
• Review, coordinate and monitor the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports;
• Train partners on Results-Based Management and monitor implementation.
• Provide inputs from WPS-HA programme activities and results in BARMM to Philippines Office reporting.

4. Manage people and finances of the Joint Programme

• Coordinate development and preparation of financial resources of the programme including budgeting and budget revisions, and expenditure tracking and reporting;
• Monitor the allocation and disbursement of funds to participating partners;
• Supervise Programme Analyst and Programme Associate and/or Assistants.

5. Build partnerships and support in developing resource mobilization strategies

• Provide inputs to the development of partnerships and resource mobilization strategies.

6. Advocate and facilitate knowledge building and management and communication

• Document the programme implementation process and products;
• Contribute to the exchange of information and provide inputs to the development of knowledge products internally and externally of the programme;
• Coordinate the organization of major advocacy campaigns, events, trainings, workshops and knowledge products.

Competencies

• Timely and quality implementation of Programme/Portfolio/ activities against set work plans, timelines, and budgets, in line with the Strategic Note
• Quality and timely reporting
• Strong relations with partners and stakeholders
• Regular and timely monitoring of activities
• Enhanced best practices and lessons learned documented and circulated

Core Values:

Respect for Diversity

Integrity

Professionalism

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
• Accountability
• Creative Problem Solving
• Effective Communication
• Inclusive Collaboration
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Leading by Example

Please visit: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About%20Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf for more details on UN Women Values and Competencies Framework.

Functional Competencies

• Good programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills
• Good budget and finance skills
• Good knowledge of Results Based Management
• Ability to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings and recommendations
• Good analytical skills
• Knowledge of UN programme management systems

Required Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree or equivalent in public administration, law, human rights, gender equality, management, social sciences or other related areas is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level in managing complex and multi-component programme interventions with national partners, preferably related to thematic area;
• Experience in Women, Peace and Security, peacebuilding, conflict prevention and resolution in the Philippines;
• Experiences in BARMM is an advantage
• Experience in coordinating, implementing, monitoring and evaluating development programmes and projects.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English and Filipino is required;
• Working knowledge of another official UN language is an asset

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

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UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)