PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER, PARTNERSHIPS

Created in December ‎1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk
Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system
for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies
among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional
organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries.
Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for
Disaster Risk Reduction (SRSG), UNDRR has over ‎120 staff located in its
headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices. Specifically,
UNDRR guides, monitors, analyses and reports on progress in the implementation
of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction ‎2015-‎2030, supports
regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyzes action and
increases global awareness to reduce disaster risk working with UN Member
States and a broad range of partners and stakeholders, including civil
society, the private sector, parliamentarians and the science and technology
community.

This project position is located in the UNDRR Regional Office for Arab States
in Cairo and the incumbent reports to the Chief of the Regional Office. The
focus of this project position, created in the context of the Regional
Capacity enhancement initiative, is to contribute to and implement the UNDRR
partnership engagement strategy at the regional level and in close
collaboration with counterparts at UNDRR headquarters in Geneva.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the
following duties:

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  Acts as the focal point for partnerships with the private sector, civil society and community-based organizations, Parliamentarians and the science and technology community in the region and collaborates closely with the Partnerships, Intergovernmental Processes and Inter-agency Cooperation Branch in Geneva. Supports engagement of partners at the regional and national level, in line with the overall UNDRR Partnership Engagement Strategy; collaborates closely with partnership focal points in other regional offices to ensure coherence and information exchange. Facilitate partner's / stakeholders' engagement in key regional processes such as regional platform conferences and regional coordination meetings; which includes but not limited to keeping track of stakeholder's commitments and facilitating updates during the above meetings/conferences; and managing regular communication and follow up with regional partners and stakeholder groups.

  
  


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  Develops and maintains partner structures, groups and registries in the region, in line with the overall Partnership Engagement Strategy. Works with key clients to facilitate the design, implementation and evaluation of UNDRR's Partnership Engagement Strategy, reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and recommends corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions. Carries out research on selected aspects of programmes, operations and other activities, etc., to include collecting, analyzing and presenting data and other information gathered from diverse sources. Participates in survey initiatives; assists with design of data collection tools; issues data collection tools, reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares preliminary conclusions. Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars, etc.; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.

  
  


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  Provides substantive inputs for the development of strategic partnerships with key constituencies at the regional level. Upon delegation from the Chief of the Regional Office, serves as a liaison to media organizations, governmental bodies, national groups, private sector organizations, educational organizations, international organizations, civil society organizations, academic organizations, as required. Suggests improvements of the Partnership Strategy based on the regional context for the review by the Chief of Office and the Partnerships, Intergovernmental Processes and Inter-agency Cooperation Branch in Geneva.

  
  


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  Upon request from the Chief of the Regional Office, represents UNDRR at inter-agency meetings, seminars, etc. on partnership engagement and related partnership initiatives/issues, fulfils speaking engagements and makes presentations to groups on UNDRR activities and advocate issues of concern.

  
  


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  Facilitates partnership meetings every six months and follows up with all stakeholders in the region on their workplans and contributions to the partnership meetings.

  
  


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  May perform other duties as required.
  Competencies
  Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and
  approaches relevant to Disaster Risk Reduction, Climate Change Adaptation, or
  other related specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and
  participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data
  collection using various methods. Ability to analyze and interpret data in
  support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
  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.

  
  

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.
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates
openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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.
Education
An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in
international relations, public administration, business administration or
related field 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.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in
partnerships building, programme management, and advocacy campaigns is
required.

Work experience in building strategic alliances and partnerships in an
international environment is required.

Experience working in geographically dispersed teams is desirable.

Experience advocating with governments and other stakeholders on critical
issues is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required.
Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which
will be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
This position is available for an initial period of one year and subject to
availability of funding.

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