UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME Junior Professional Officer (JPO) JOB DESCRIPTION. I. Position Information

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1 I. Position Information JPO functional title: Programme Analyst Main sector of assignment: Strategic partnerships and resource mobilisation Detailed sector of assignment: Democratic Governance Agency: UNDP Department: Programme Grade Level: (P2) Country and Duty Station: New York City, USA Station status: (Family (staff member and eligible family members)/none-family-staff member only)yes Duration and Type of Assignment: More than a year; Fixed Term Appointment Reports to: Status: Planning Specialist Non-Rotational Job Family: II. Job Purpose and Organizational Context Working under the direct supervision of the Strategic Planning and Results Specialist of the Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific, the JPO will contribute to the implementation of the Strategic Plan within the region, assisting in the appropriate alignment of the country and regional programmes with the Strategic Plan and supporting the development and achievement of higher quality programmes The Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific (RBAP) concentrates its efforts on building the region s capacity to promote inclusive, pro-poor growth, effective governance, and sustainable, resilient development as a strategy for accelerating the region s progress towards achieving the MDGs and advancing human development. It implements the UNDP Strategic Plan in Asia and the Pacific and delivers on UNDP s partnerships with development actors in the region while strengthening its own internal capacity in required substantive and managerial areas. The Regional Bureau provides guidance systematisation, portfolio management, performance analysis. The Bangkok Regional Hub (BRH) provides proactive support to country offices (CO) by responding to their demand for policy and programme advice and by ensuring alignment of country programmes with regional and corporate priorities. The Bureau also contributes to UN reform and coordination efforts by supporting the UN Resident Coordinator System in the region for greater coherence and harmonization of UN Country Teams. The Strategic Planning and Oversight Unit in RBAP New York focuses on: 1. Strategic Planning and Positioning 2. Managing for Development Results 3. Analysis & Reporting 4. Partnerships 5. Learning and Development The JPO will work within the Strategic Planning and Oversight Unit to assist in strengthening planning for, monitoring and reporting on results including synthesis of indicator baselines, milestones, targets and methods, share good practices and learning on data collection, monitoring and evaluation 1

2 III. Supervision Name of Supervisor: Faiza Effendi Title of Supervisor: Strategic Planning Advisor Content and methodology of supervision: As part of the UNDP JPO programme overall framework, the JPO will benefit from the following supervision modalities: Structured guidance provided by the supervisor, especially in the beginning of the assignment, with the purpose of gradually increasing the responsibilities of the JPO Establishment of a work plan, with clear key results Effective supervision through knowledge sharing and performance/development feedback throughout the assignment Easy access to the supervisor Participation in Unit/Team/Office meetings to ensure integration and operational effectiveness Guidance and advice in relation to learning and training opportunities within the field of expertise Completion of the yearly UNDP Performance Management Document (PMD) If more than one supervisor; clear agreement of the roles and responsibilities between the relevant parties IV. Duties and Responsibilities and Output expectations In this section list the primary responsibilities of the position. Tip: Focus on what the job entails now how to do the job. (Present the main tasks specific to this assignment and output expectations during the first and second year of assignment. Include percentages for each duty.) 1. Technical and analytical support to the Regional Bureau in data collection and research (40%) Support and document key lessons derived from evidence monitoring of UNDP programme and activities, on what works, what does not work. Document effective and/or innovative monitoring practices and approaches for wider dissemination Assist to collect, analyze and consolidate data and information for the Strategic Planning and Oversight Team to draw recommendations for the overall programme and project quality improvement; Assist in identifying, collecting and processing of data on the development context and trends in the region to support periodic analysis and update of the regional priorities and focus, and for preparation of evidencebased publications (op-eds, public lectures etc.) Provide data support to rapid on-demand analyses on the specific issues and themes, as required by bureau directorate, to inform guidance, messaging, partner outreach and other evidence-based approaches 2. Support to regional monitoring and results, and knowledge management (40%) Assist to track and analyze regional programme and CO indicators for effective programme and management decisions; Consolidate data on CO results report and help in the analysis of regional results and performance analysis; Support in the systematic review of the CO and Regional IRRF data and highlight gaps, if any; Support in collecting and collating information for the use in regional and global results-based studies, 2

3 reviews, evaluations and reports, as required Stay abreast of other regions experiences in data management and results monitoring and share information on good practices for RBAP to consider and learn from Offer ideas, based on international and UNDP practice, for building effective knowledge management systems and tools 3. Partnerships and resource mobilization focal point (10%) Work closely with RBAP BERA partnership focal point to gather data and contribute to the development of donor profiles and intelligence about partners strategies, focus and evolving agendas; help organize and manage relevant databases Participate in key meetings and keep BKK regional hub abreast of the new resource mobilization developments. Assist in data support for donor reporting and annual consultations based on the regional analyses of results and expenditure patterns 4. Provides support to internal communication (10%) Under the leadership of the communications specialist, He/she will work on data visualization, Asia Connect and other internal communications initiatives V. Competencies and Selection Criteria Description of Competency at Level Required (For more comprehensive descriptions please see the competency inventory) In this section list all 5 core competencies as well as the most relevant technical/function competencies the role will require along with the appropriate level. Primary competencies are those integral to the position and are the criteria by which a hiring decision would be made. Secondary competencies are necessary but are not critical to the role. Core Innovation Ability to make new and useful ideas work Leadership Ability to persuade others to follow People Management Ability to improve performance and satisfaction Communication Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform Delivery Ability to get things done Technical/Functional Primary Knowledge Management Ability to proactively seek and efficiently handle and share information and knowledge Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Knowledge of M&E principles and policies and the Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability) Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability) Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability) 3

4 ability to apply in strategic and/or practical situations. Secondary Operational effectiveness Ability to support operational effectiveness in the delivery of programme and projects. VI. Recruitment Qualifications Education: Qualifications and Experience: Master s Degree or equivalent Advanced Degree in a related field of expertise, such as law, human rights, political science, public administration, development studies, international affairs. Degree in law and/or human rights is an asset. 1. A minimum of two years of paid working experience in a field relevant to planning and data analysis; 2. Demonstrated understanding of monitoring and evaluation. Specific knowledge in area of monitoring techniques and practices is an asset; 3. Knowledge development contexts preferably of the Asia and the Pacific region is an asset; 4. Knowledge of cross-cutting, including gender equality, human rights and Sustainable Development Goals; 5. Excellent communication and writing skills; 6. Interpersonal skills and ability to works a part of a team, sharing information and coordinating efforts within the team; 7. Ability to take initiative, work independently, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Language Requirements: Working knowledge of English Knowledge of any other UN language is an asset Other desirable education, languages and work experience: Describe any additional qualifications: Required computer skills in a standardized language Any required certifications Any required training VII. Training and Learning As part of the UNDP JPO programme overall framework, the JPO will benefit from the following training and learning opportunities: Participation in a two-week long Programme Policy and Operations Induction Course in New York within the first 3 to 6 months of assignment Use of yearly JPO duty-related travel and training allocation (DTTA), as per the online DTTA guide Other training and learning opportunities, as presented in the UNDP JPO Orientation Programme In addition, the JPO will benefit from the training and learning modalities/opportunities in the receiving office. 4

5 VIII. Background Information Information on the receiving office: (Provide basic information on the office: number of international/national staff in the whole office and in the unit where the JPO will be working, etc. Give a short background of the programme/projects the JPO will be working on: history, recent and upcoming developments.) Across Asia and the Pacific, UNDP helps countries build and share their own solutions to urgent development challenges, supporting coalitions for change and connecting individuals and institutions so they can share knowledge, experience and resources. As countries develop local capacity, they draw on the people of UNDP and our wide range of regional and global partners. The Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific (RBAP) concentrates its efforts on building the region s capacity to promote inclusive, pro-poor growth, effective governance, and sustainable, resilient development as a strategy for accelerating the region s progress towards achieving the MDGs and advancing human development. It implements the UNDP Strategic Plan in Asia and the Pacific and delivers on UNDP s partnerships with development actors in the region while strengthening its own internal capacity in required substantive and managerial areas. The Regional Bureau provides guidance systematisation, portfolio management, performance analysis. The Bangkok Regional Hub (BRH) provides proactive support to country offices (CO) by responding to their demand for policy and programme advice and by ensuring alignment of country programmes with regional and corporate priorities. The Bureau also contributes to UN reform and coordination efforts by supporting the UN Resident Coordinator System in the region for greater coherence and harmonization of UN Country Teams. Structure RBAP HQ is structured as follows: Directorate Strategic Planning and Oversight Team Country Office Liaison and Coordination Team BKK Regional Hub is structured as follows: Directorate Country Office Support and Quality Assurance Team Management Support Services Team Regional Policy and Programme Support Team o Inclusive Growth o Effective Governance o Resilience and Sustainable Development o Cross-cutting Knowledge and Innovation o Regional Policy and Programme Support o UNDP Pacific Office in Fiji 5

6 There are fifteen staff members located in RBAP New York out of which six work in the Strategic Planning and Oversight team. Organization chart: Annex contains an up-to-date organization chart of the office and indicate where the JPO would be assigned. Living conditions at the Duty Station: Asia Pacific Bureau is headquartered in New York City. Smoking/Non-Smoking environment (as applicable): Non-Smoking environment Approved by: Name of the Head of Office: Title of the Head of Office: Haoliang Xu Director Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific Date of issuance: 7 June

7 Organogram Strategic Planning and Oversight Team 7