Programme Associate

Background

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

The project has been providing information on opium cultivation, production, poppy eradication verification and drugs prices in Afghanistan to the national and international stakeholders for planning policies and strategies on counter narcotics activities. The opium cultivation and production estimates are based on statistically representative remote sensing and opium yield surveys. The project has provided timely knowledge outputs in the form of comprehensive reports. In view of the changing situation on the ground, the dynamics of poppy cultivation and changing security settings, survey design and methodology have been modified periodically to improve the efficiency of the surveys and high-quality data. Research on focused areas such as yield estimation methodologies and risk maps are being conducted through experts to provide information on appropriate intervention strategies.

Job Purpose and Organizational Context

The incumbent will provide programme and operations support in implementation of AFG/F98 project as well as other activities of UNODC Information Centre for researching and analyzing transnational threats related to drugs and crime in the region.

Duties And Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision and policy guidance of the Head of Information Centre for researching and analysing transnational threats related to drugs and crime /SP-5 Coordinator, the incumbent will perform programmatic, administrative and financial support in line with UN/UNODC Rules and Regulations. Specifically, Programme Associate will be responsible to:

• Provide assistance in activities related to the management, implementation and monitoring of the project related activities;
• Maintain official correspondence, workflow processes, minutes of the meetings and other documentation pertaining to the project;
• Provide logistical and administrative support in organization and implementation of training courses, seminars, conferences, round tables, study tours and official meetings;
• Liaise with other UN agencies, national authorities, donor organizations and other partners participating in the project related activities;
• Ensure appropriate nominations and make respective arrangements for participants in training courses, meetings, study tours and other activities;
• Collect, register and maintain information on programme/project activities by reviewing reports, evaluation questionnaires and other information sources;
• Liaise with ROCA Programme Support Unit as and when required in administrative/financial/personnel matters;
• Provide assistance in developing technical specifications for procurement of specialized equipment purchased under the project;
• Monitoring the procurement process and ensuring timeliness and quality of supplied goods;
• Maintain filing and record keeping of all relevant documents of the programme/project;
• Perform other related duties as required in the scope of current position.
• Support development of work plans, periodic progress reports (quarterly, bi-annual and annual), background documents, monitoring reports and evaluations;
• Provide assistance in preparing, reviewing and consolidating the programme/project budget; monitor and control implementation of the programme/project budget; prepare briefing notes and other information materials on programme/project expenditures;

Competencies

Core Values

Integrity: Demonstrate the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviours. Stands by decisions that are in the Organization’s interest, even if they are unpopular.

Professionalism: Substantive experience in technical and administrative functions (e.g., administrative and budget programme), familiarity with the relationship between business objectives and operations;

Respect for Diversity: Work effectively with people from all backgrounds. Do not discriminate against any individual or group.

Core Competencies

Communication: Ability to write in clearly and concisely. Possession of effective verbal communication skills.

Planning and Organizing: Sound organizational skills and time management skills, ability to prioritize own work programme and to work independently or with minimum supervision, ability to deliver assignments in a timely manner;

Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance.

Technology Awareness: Fully proficient computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications, e. g. word processing (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc.); use and search of information on the Internet, etc. Knowledge and practical experience in operations related to administration and support in project activities.

Education

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Management, Law, Social or Political Science, or equivalent diploma.

Experience

• Minimum two years of progressively responsible administrative work closely related to support of programme/project activities, preferably in Government, international organizations or foreign commercial companies. Work experience in the projects related to terrorism prevention and countering is highly desirable.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English, Russian with excellent drafting skills. Knowledge of Uzbek language is an advantage.

Computer skills

• Excellent drafting skills for routine correspondence and proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Others

• Knowledge of administrative procedures of the United Nations system would be desirable.

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Female candidates are encouraged to apply.