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<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Provide transportation for IOM staff as required. Ensure adequate level of fuel and minimum running conditions of the vehicle. Day to day maintenance and cleaning of the vehicle, checking oil, water, battery, tyre pressure and attendance to routine repairs. Delivering of letters / mail / packages on behalf of IOM as requested. Operate and maintain emergency communication equipment s (VHF/UHF radios) in vehicle and ensure the accurate equipment and emergency supplies are always in the vehicle. Maintain vehicle logbook by daily recording vehicle movements, fuel consumption and mileage done. Alerting supervisors of any repairs done to vehicle. Behave properly with staff members and assists them in entering and leaving the vehicle. May assist with baggage handling and with umbrella in foul weather. (Note: In high risk assignments, the security driver is required to remain behind the wheel at all times, and others on the protection detail open doors, handle luggage and umbrellas, etc.) Obey all traffic laws and limits Respond to medical emergencies occurring to passengers en route Keep a high degree of confidentiality and discreteness in discussions, which involves IOM and its officials. Perform any other duties that the supervisor may assign.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>A minimum of advanced secondary level education is required and must possess a valid Heavy &amp; Light Vehicle Driver s License. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.</p><p>Minimum five years relevant work experience; preferably in a humanitarian agency.</p><p>All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish). For this position, Fluency in English is required (oral and written). Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.</p><p>IOM s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.</p><p>Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:</p><ul><li>Inclusion and respect for diversity : Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.</li><li>Integrity and transparency : Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.</li><li>Professionalism : Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.</li><li>Courage : Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.</li><li>Empathy : Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.</li></ul><p>Core Competencies behavioural indicators</p><ul><li>Teamwork : Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.</li><li>Delivering results : Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.</li><li>Managing and sharing knowledge : Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.</li><li>Accountability : Takes ownership for achieving the Organization s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.</li><li>Communication : Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.</li></ul><p>Managerial Competencies behavioural indicators (applicable only if with direct reports)</p><ul><li>Leadership : Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.</li><li>Empowering others : Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.</li><li>Building Trust : Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.</li><li>Strategic thinking and vision : Works strategically to realize the Organization s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.</li><li>Humility : Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.</li></ul><p></p></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Background The purpose of this position is to ensure effective implementation of ICLA and Protection activities in alignment with approved proposals and NRC policies. It serves as a focal point for needs assessments, beneficiary selection, and project management to ensure high-quality service delivery. Key responsibilities include supporting beneficiaries, conducting outreach and awareness sessions, enhancing local authority capacity, and advocating for beneficiaries' needs. The role also involves monitoring policies affecting internally displaced persons (IDPs), documenting findings, and representing NRC in relevant clusters to promote the rights and wellbeing of affected communities. Generic Professional Competencies Experience University degree in law, social studies, development studies / other relevant field/ the equivalent Minimum of 3 years work experience with NGO, legal or international organization in the area of protection or human rights Experience from working with protection and legal assistance projects in a humanitarian/recovery context Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts Documented results related to the position s responsibilities Knowledge about own skills/profile Knowledge of English Context Related Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Knowledge of the context in Yemen Knowledge of English and the local language Experience with the Microsoft Suite Behavioural competencies These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies, and the following are essential for this position: Handling insecure environment Planning and delivering results Empowering and building trust Communicating with impact and respect Roles and Responsibilities Generic Responsibilities Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action Prepare and develop status reports as required by management Ensure proper filing of documents Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function Work with partners and stakeholders to aid ICLA and Protection beneficiaries. Suggest new methods and approaches to improve the quality of the ICLA and protection activities. Conduct advocacy related activities Specific Responsibilities Ensure ICLA and Protection activities align with approved proposals, donor requirements, NRC policies, international standards, and local customs. Serve as focal point for needs assessments, beneficiary selection, and field implementation (subject to security clearance). Oversee the full project cycle, implementation, monitoring, verification, and evaluation, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Provide guidance and information to beneficiaries; conduct awareness sessions and capacity-building for local authorities. Apply participatory and inclusive approaches that strengthen community self-reliance and local capacities. Maintain understanding of the ICLA and Protection context, including national and international legal frameworks. Support the development, maintenance, and updating of case management systems and service provider mapping. Conduct outreach, awareness campaigns, and advocacy initiatives through group information sessions. Guide beneficiaries seeking legal counselling and ensuring appropriate referrals. Contribute to needs assessments, studies, and research using participatory tools (FGDs, interviews, surveys). Conduct training sessions and identify capacity-building needs for target groups. Assist in strategic review, monitoring, and evaluation of ICLA and Protection activities. Monitor policies and contextual changes affecting IDPs; collect and analyze relevant field information. Build strong relationships with beneficiaries through regular engagement and visits. Document findings, prepare assessment reports, and produce quantitative and qualitative activity analyses. Support awareness-raising and community mobilization activities with the NRC team. Represent NRC in ICLA and protection cluster and working group meetings. Perform additional duties as assigned by the ICLA and Protection Team Leader and Area Program Manager.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>University degree in law, social studies, development studies / other relevant field/ the equivalent</li><li>Minimum of 3 years work experience with NGO, legal or international organization in the area of protection or human rights</li><li>Experience from working with protection and legal assistance projects in a humanitarian/recovery context</li><li>Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts</li><li>Documented results related to the position s responsibilities</li><li>Knowledge about own skills/profile</li><li>Knowledge of English</li><li>Knowledge of the context in Yemen</li><li>Knowledge of English and the local language</li><li>Experience with the Microsoft Suite</li></ul><p></p></section>

<b><br> Job description</b><br><div> <p>Do you want to join a committed, activist-driven organization and take meaningful action for social justice? </p> <p>For over 40 years, M decins du Monde has been delivering healthcare to the most vulnerable, challenging barriers to access, and driving long-term change in health policies. </p> <p>In France and across nearly 30 countries, our work is built around six core missions: </p> <ul> <li>Sexual and reproductive health and rights (including access to safe abortion) </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Migration, exile, human rights and health </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Harm reduction </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Health and the environment </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Healthcare systems </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Humanitarian spaces </li> </ul> <p> <strong>MdM in Yemen</strong> </p> <p>Yemen remains one of the world s most severe humanitarian crises, after more than a decade of conflict, economic decline, climate shocks, and political instability. In 2026, over two-thirds of the population require humanitarian assistance, including 9.4 million people identified as most in need of life-saving support.</p> <p>The health system is under extreme strain, with only 59.3% of health facilities fully operational and 19.3 million people requiring healthcare services, including more than 660,000 pregnant women in need of urgent care. Cholera continues to pose a major public health challenge, adding pressure to an already weakened system.</p> <p>The operational environment remains highly volatile, marked by security incidents, service disruptions, funding cuts, and economic challenges that regularly affect humanitarian activities.</p> <p>M decins du Monde operates across northern and southern Yemen, with a coordination office in Sana a and field offices in Aden and Marib. Its interventions focus on two strategic priorities:</p> <ul> <li>Supporting 29 health facilities to deliver primary healthcare services, including outpatient care, vaccination, nutrition, and reproductive health.</li> <li>Providing mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) through healthcare facilities and community-based networks trained in identification, referral, and awareness-raising activities.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>About the role</strong> </p> <p>As MHPSS coordinator you will be in charge of overseeing all MdM s MHPSS programming for the Yemen mission. You will contribute to proposal writing and development of new projects or concepts as per MdM s mandate. You will also take part in the country strategy elaboration for the MHPSS sector, led by the general coordinator. </p> <p></p> <p> <strong>Who you ll work with</strong> </p> <p>Under the supervision of the general coordinator and in close collaboration with the mental health advisor, you will provide technical leadership and functional management to the MHPSS Officers based in Sana a, Aden and Marib.</p> <p>Working closely with other MdM departments, local NGO partners and focal points within the Ministry of Public Health and Population (MoPHP), you will support the implementation, coordination and monitoring of activities aimed at integrating Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) components across MdM programmes.</p> <p></p> <p> <strong>What you ll do</strong> </p> <p> <strong>MHPSS programme development and management</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the country MHPSS strategy and programme</li> <li>Ensure MHPSS activities are integrated into MdM-supported primary health care services and delivered in line with gender-sensitive and empowerment approaches</li> <li>Guarantee compliance with MdM and international MHPSS standards, and contribute to the development and review of training materials, SOPs, guidelines and reports in collaboration with the MHPSS Advisor</li> <li>Strengthen MHPSS referral pathways with partners and service providers, and support the mapping of needs, assessments and programme design to address identified gaps</li> <li>Ensure services remain culturally appropriate, responsive to changing contexts and emerging needs, and delivered according to quality standards</li> <li>Monitor programme implementation, budget utilisation and community-based MHPSS interventions</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Capacity building and technical support</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Participate in the recruitment, induction and onboarding of MHPSS staff, ensuring adequate orientation to MdM s MHPSS framework and tools</li> <li>Provide technical supervision and day-to-day support to MHPSS teams, including field-based officers, while contributing to performance management and staff development</li> <li>Develop and deliver capacity-building initiatives, including Training of Trainers (ToT) programmes on PFA, PM+ and other relevant MHPSS approaches</li> <li>Support the rollout of trainings for national staff and promote the integration of MHPSS standards across MdM teams</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Coordination and representation</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Foster close collaboration with health, protection and support teams to ensure integrated programme implementation</li> <li>Coordinate with local authorities, NGO partners, UN agencies and other stakeholders involved in MHPSS interventions within MdM areas of operation</li> <li>Represent MdM in relevant MHPSS coordination forums and technical working groups, contributing to information sharing, referral mechanisms, advocacy efforts and the promotion of good practices</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Monitoring, reporting and evaluation</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Oversee monitoring, evaluation and learning processes for MHPSS activities, including the development of tools, data collection and analysis</li> <li>Ensure regular review of programme performance and recommend corrective actions when required</li> <li>Act as the focal point for MHPSS reporting and contribute to donor reports, proposal development and fundraising efforts</li> </ul> </div> Your conditions of employment<br><div> <p> <strong>Employment conditions </strong> </p> <p> <strong>Contract &amp; status: </strong> </p> <ul> <li>Gross monthly salary: 3 392 € </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Fixed-term contract for 6 months starting in January 2027</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Single posting</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Work environment: </strong> </p> <ul> <li>Position based in Sanaa but may be temporarily based in Aden depending on the security situation</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Regular field visits </li> </ul> <p><br></p></div><div> </div>

<p>DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 7 September 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 Arabian Standard Time (Aden)</p><p>ABOUT WFP</p><p>The World Food Programme is the world s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube , LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , TikTok .</p><p>WHY JOIN WFP?</p><p>WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal &amp; professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).</p><p>GENERAL INFORMATION</p><p>JOB TITLE: Risk and Compliance Officer</p><p>TYPE OF CONTRACT/LEVEL: NOB</p><p>SUPERVISOR: Head of Risk and Compliance</p><p>UNIT/DIVISION: Risk and Compliance</p><p>DUTY STATION (City, Country): Aden, Yemen</p><p>DURATION: 12 Months</p><p>ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:</p><p>United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and food insecurity. WFP's mission is to help achieve Zero Hunger by ensuring that vulnerable populations have access to adequate, safe, and nutritious food. Every day, WFP works globally to support people affected by conflict, disasters, climate shocks, and economic crises, with particular attention to women, children, and other vulnerable groups.</p><p>JOB PURPOSE:</p><p>Provide support in the establishment of risk management activities; contribute to the application of controls and compliance with policies and procedures and to the overall effectiveness of operations and optimization of WFP resources.</p><p>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):</p><p>Strategic Risk Integration. Contribute to embedding risk management in planning and decision-making across the office and all aspects of WFP operations through regular updating of risk registers, monitoring of key risk appetite metrics and risk indicators, and including progress towards implementing the risk mitigation actions.</p><p>Risk assessments and Advisory Role. Support relevant managers in their regular and ad hoc risk assessments in regional, country and field offices to identify and evaluate risks; contribute to the development and design of mitigation actions; assess effectiveness of the internal controls; and prepare risk information for management to share with external stakeholders.</p><p>Functional Collaboration. Support the discussion with functional experts and risk management focal points on identifying trends and emerging issues; contributing to the preparation of guidance and/or checklists in conformity with WFP policies and rules on periodic risk and/or control assessments.</p><p>Risk and Incident Escalation. Support timely risk and/or incident escalation and assist CO management to ensure compliance with corporate escalation protocols. Address fraud-related complaints received through community feedback mechanisms and assess the materiality of fraud incidents, when delegated. Serve as CO management liaison with Officer of Inspector &amp; Investigations for reporting, monitoring and control remediation measures.</p><p>Donor Risk-Sharing. Support engagement with donors and consolidate inputs related to donor risk-sharing arrangements, including risk assessments and mitigation strategies. Provide strategic risk-related documentation and analysis to support senior management decision-making, donor engagement, and resource mobilization efforts.</p><p>Internal Controls and Executive Director s Assurance exercise. Support the completion of the annual Executive Director s Assurance exercise survey, collect and review inputs. Provide technical support and inputs to CO management on complex risk and accountability issues, promote enhancement and/or establish adequate internal control systems with clear accountabilities and maintain an effective internal control environment to support operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p>DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:<br>Knowledge of governance, organizational structures, strategy and major initiatives of international organizations.<br>Experience in programme/project management.<br>Has conducted monitoring and reporting activities, has knowledge of results hierarchy, performance metrics and measurement.<br>Has participated in risk analysis and risk mitigation strategies development and/or implementation.<br>Has participated in conversations with other units on impact, timing or planning initiatives, using analytical, evaluative and problem-solving skills as well as resourcefulness, initiative, good judgement, tact and diplomacy.<br>Has contributed to risk management activities, including assessing and recommending effective internal controls and mitigation actions, preferably in organizations that use modern enterprise risk management frameworks, techniques and systems.<br>STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:<br>Education: Advanced University degree in business/public administration, finance, accounting, international development, audit or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses in audit, performance and risk management or other related fields.<br>Experience: Total relevant 7 years of experience including three years of relevant postgraduate professional experience in risk management, audit, monitoring and/or related fields, with a background and interest in international humanitarian development.<br>Language: Fluent in written and oral English and Arabic.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p><strong>1.&nbsp; Office/Unit/Project Description&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP Yemen operates in one of the world’s most complex and protracted crises, where overlapping challenges of conflict, governance, and climate change create deep vulnerabilities for communities across the country. The Country Office’s Climate Change, Water, Energy, and Environment (CCWEE) portfolio is a core pillar of UNDP’s programming, focused on restoring essential services, strengthening local governance, and improving livelihoods through climate-resilient, inclusive, and sustainable development solutions. The portfolio works closely with national and local partners to implement integrated interventions across water, agriculture, energy, and institutional strengthening to address the interlinked drivers of fragility, inequality, and environmental degradation.</p><br> <p>In this context, the <i>Integrated Water Resources Management for Enhanced Resilience in Yemen (IWRM-ERA)</i> Project, funded by KfW, aims to strengthen climate resilience and improve water resources management in targeted areas of Taiz and Lahj governorates. The project supports sustainable water management, watershed rehabilitation, community engagement, and climate-resilient livelihoods to improve water security and enhance resilience to climate change.</p><br> <p>Furthermore, this position will also provide targeted cross-support to communication and visibility activities for other strategic initiatives under the broader CCWEE portfolio (including GEF, GCF, and other bilateral donors), ensuring unified thematic messaging.</p><br> <p>To enhance project visibility, stakeholder engagement, knowledge sharing, and advocacy, UNDP seeks a Communications Analyst to lead the development and implementation of communications and outreach activities.</p><br> <p>The Communications Analyst reports directly to one of the Project Managers, while maintaining a direct strategic and operational matrix reporting line to the CCWEE Team Leader to facilitate portfolio-wide thematic synergy.</p><br> <p><strong>2.&nbsp; Scope of Work&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <p><strong>1-Ensure effective management of communications activities for the CCWEE Portfolio</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Chart and oversee the implementation of daily communications activities across all CCWEE projects.</li> <li>Draft and publish success stories, articles, press releases and other publications to highlight the portfolio’s achievements and impact.</li> <li>Coordinate with project teams to develop social media posts, infographics and multimedia content reflecting CCWEE achievements and lessons learned.</li> <li>Ensure timely updates of portfolio and project fact sheets, website pages, newsletters and other outreach materials.</li> <li>Work with implementing partners and project Responsible Parties to generate content (text, photos, video) that aligns with UNDP guidelines and narrative.</li> <li>Provide communications advice to project teams to maximize visibility and ensure consistency.</li> <li>Support and contribute to the Country Office’s overall communications priorities and campaigns, ensuring CCWEE activities are integrated into corporate messaging as needed</li> </ul> <p><strong>2- Ensure implementation of strategic communications plan</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Develop and implement a comprehensive Strategic Communications Plan for the CCWEE portfolio, targeting key audiences (e.g. government stakeholders, donors, communities, media).</li> <li>Lead the production of communications materials and donor-facing products (e.g. brochures, reports, presentations), including managing photo and video documentation. This involves procuring and coordinating photographers, videographers and designers to create assets for use by regional and HQ partners. For example, similar roles have handled procurement and deployment of consultants to produce photos, videos, animations and other communications products.</li> <li>Coordinate closely with the UNDP Yemen Communications &amp; Advocacy Team to ensure that CCWEE messaging and outreach activities align with the Country Office’s communications strategy and UNDP branding.</li> <li>Emphasize CCWEE’s development and resilience work – not just humanitarian relief – helping to shift the narrative towards long-term solutions for climate, water and environmental challenges.</li> </ul> <p><strong>3- Promote advocacy and communications campaigns</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Design and roll out innovative advocacy and awareness campaigns linked to CCWEE priorities (e.g. water conservation, renewable energy, biodiversity). This includes social media campaigns timed to international observances (Climate Week, World Water Day, etc.), policy dialogue events, and project launches.</li> <li>Plan and execute national-level advocacy initiatives to promote CCWEE themes and influence public and stakeholder understanding. Campaigns should engage diverse media channels and community networks.</li> <li>Develop creative content (videos, photo essays, blog series) to increase engagement. For example, the Analyst will “produce information and communications products (e.g. press releases, articles, speeches, stories, blogs, fact sheets, etc.), including proposing topics, collecting information from the field, audience targeting, writing and editing content.</li> </ul> <p><strong>4- Ensure donor relations and reporting&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Regularly update donors on communications activities and work directly with communication focal points on planning, requirements and operational requirements.</li> <li>Assist the team in the editing and formatting of official project reports.</li> <li>Review and polish written content produced by the portfolio to enhance coherence, tone, and readability in line with UNDP standards.</li> </ul> <p><strong>5- Ensure editorial support and quality control and support knowledge sharing&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Assist CCWEE teams by editing and formatting official reports, concept notes and policy briefs to ensure clarity, coherence and alignment with UNDP standards.</li> <li>Review and edit written content (in English and/or Arabic) produced by the portfolio, enhancing tone, style and accuracy. All materials must be consistent with UNDP’s corporate guidelines and narrative.</li> <li>Maintain an organized archive of CCWEE communications outputs (photos, videos, articles, social media posts) for reference and reuse</li> <li> <p>Make sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice. Support compiling and systematizing project knowledge, products and tools as well as their wide distribution to partners.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the office and the organization.</p><br></li> </ul> <p>3<strong>.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Competencies&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <i><strong>Core</strong></i> <br> <strong>Achieve Results:</strong> LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline <br> <strong>Think Innovatively:</strong> LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements&nbsp; <br> <strong>Learn Continuously:</strong> LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback <br> <strong>Adapt with Agility:</strong> LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible&nbsp; <br> <strong>Act with Determination:&nbsp;</strong> LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident <br> <strong>Engage and Partner:</strong> LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships <br> <strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion:</strong> LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination&nbsp; <br> <p><i><strong>&nbsp;Cross-Functional &amp; Technical competencies:&nbsp;</strong></i></p><br> <i><strong>Cross-Functional &amp; Technical competencies</strong></i> <br> <i><strong>Thematic Area</strong></i> <i><strong>Name</strong></i> <i><strong>Definition</strong></i> <br> <strong>Business&nbsp;Development</strong> Knowledge&nbsp;Facilitation&nbsp; <p>&nbsp;Ability to animate individuals and groups, internally</p><br> <p>and externally, and to design and facilitate</p><br> <p>activities, to share and exchange knowledge,</p><br> <p>information and ideas. Knowledge of tools and</p><br> <p>approaches to stimulate active participation,</p><br> <p>contribution, and exchange</p><br> <br> <strong>Business&nbsp;Management</strong> Project&nbsp;Management &nbsp;Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals.&nbsp; <br> <strong>Business Management</strong> Communication <p>Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media, and other appropriate channels</p><br> <br> <strong>Partnership Management</strong> Relationship Management&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding <br> <strong>Communications&nbsp;</strong> Media relations&nbsp; <p>Ability to develop media relations</p><br> <p>across all aspects of media work</p><br> <p>including relationships with media</p><br> <p>and</p><br> <p>preparing media materials such as</p><br> <p>messages</p><br> <br> <p><strong>4.</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Minimum Qualifications&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <strong>Min. Education requirements</strong> <p>Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or a related field is required. &nbsp;Or&nbsp;</p><br> <p>A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree)in the areas stated above in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Min. years of relevant work experience&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <p>Applicants with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience&nbsp;in mass communications, media, journalism, tv/radio/electronic media</p><br> <br> <strong>Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section</strong> <ul> <li>Proven ability to produce clear, concise written and visual information products (e.g., press releases, success stories, social media content).</li> <li>Experience in utilizing computers, standard office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and managing web-based content systems.</li> <li>Experience working in communications or advocacy for UN/UNDP, international organisations, or prominent international NGOs (INGOs) in an emergency or conflict environment.</li> <li>Experience managing national advocacy campaigns and coordinating the production of video, photo, and other multimedia products.</li> <li>Experience working in politically complex environments and coordinating with partners on highly sensitive environmental or social issues.</li> <li>Experience in excellent editing, report writing, and formatting skills for donor-facing documents.</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Required Language(s)&nbsp;</strong> Fluent in English and Arabic Is required.&nbsp; <br> <strong>Professional Certificates</strong> N/A <br> <p><strong>5.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The following documents shall be required from the applicants:</strong></p><br> <ol> <li><strong>Personal CV or P11</strong>, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.</li> <li>A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.</li> <li>Managers may ask (ad hoc) for any other materials relevant to pre-assessing the relevance of their experience, such as reports, presentations, publications, campaigns, or other materials.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Equal opportunity</strong></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><strong>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. 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<p>DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 7 September 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 Arabian Standard Time (Aden) WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube , LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , TikTok . WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal &amp; professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). GENERAL INFORMATION: JOB TITLE: Programme Policy Officer (FLA Management) TYPE OF CONTRACT/LEVEL: Fixed Term NOA SUPERVISOR: Programme Officer UNIT/DIVISION: Programme DUTY STATION (City, Country): Aden, Yemen DURATION: 12 Months ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT: United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and food insecurity. WFP's mission is to help achieve Zero Hunger by ensuring that vulnerable populations have access to adequate, safe, and nutritious food. Every day, WFP works globally to support people affected by conflict, disasters, climate shocks, and economic crises, with particular attention to women, children, and other vulnerable groups. BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: To support and strengthen the management of Cooperating Partner (CP) engagements, performance, compliance, risk management, partnership agreements, and capacity development. The incumbent will ensure effective partner onboarding, oversight, accountability, and compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements while maintaining strong coordination with technical units, field offices, and external partners. Key Responsibilities 1. Cooperating Partner and FLA Management Lead and manage the end-to-end Cooperating Partner (CP) engagement and onboarding process through UN Partner Portal (UNPP)/Partner Connect, including Expressions of Interest (EOIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), direct selection processes, due diligence, capacity assessments, and Cooperating Partner Committee (CPC) submissions. Review due diligence, capacity assessment, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) documentation, identify risks and gaps, and ensure quality assurance and completeness of CPC packages and onboarding requirements. Manage the contracting process, budget review, FLA amendment, extension, suspension, and closure of Field Level Agreements (FLAs) across all programme activities, ensuring compliance with corporate and donor requirements, and provide regular progress updates, identifying bottlenecks and recommending corrective actions to management. Support the rollout and adoption of Partner Connect digital modules and provide technical guidance and user support to partners and staff to enhance partnership management efficiency and compliance. 2. Cooperating Partner Performance Evaluation Lead the planning and implementation of annual and periodic CP performance evaluations in coordination with Field Offices and cross functional units. Review and update evaluation tools and methodologies for different programme activities. Ensure timely completion of CP evaluations and follow up on outstanding inputs. Oversee the consolidation of evaluation findings, generate overall performance ratings, and prepare analytical reports for management. Provide regular updates on evaluation progress, challenges, and required management actions. 3. Capacity Strengthening and Improvement Planning Develop and disseminate partner improvement action plans based on performance evaluation findings. Review and strengthen recommendations from Field Offices and technical teams to address identified performance gaps. Coordinate capacity-strengthening initiatives covering PSEA, integrity, gender, protection, supply chain, risk management, compliance, and other organizational requirements. 4. Risk Management, Assurance and Compliance Oversight Support the development and regular updating of CP risk assessments and mitigation plans. Coordinate risk-based assurance and spot-check plans in collaboration with relevant units. Liaise with audit firms and partners during spot checks, audits, and assurance reviews. Monitor corrective actions arising from audits and spot checks and ensure timely resolution. Disseminate donor compliance requirements and partner accountability standards. 5. Knowledge Management and Cross-Cutting Compliance Ensure the integration of cross-cutting priorities, including PSEA, gender, protection, environmental and social safeguards, into partnership processes and agreements. Develop guidance materials, standard operating procedures, templates, and communication tools to support staff and partners. Maintain accurate records, trackers, correspondence, and knowledge management repositories. Support management reporting, coordination meetings, stakeholder communications, and other ad hoc assignments as required.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced university degree in International Development, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, Humanitarian Affairs, or related field.</li><li>Total relevant 5 years of experience including 1 year of Professional experience.</li><li>Minimum 4 years experience in CP management, programme management, compliance, risk management, or humanitarian/development operations.</li><li>Sound CP and stakeholder and FLA management skills.</li><li>Risk management and compliance oversight skills.</li><li>Analytical and reporting skills.</li><li>Capacity strengthening and facilitation skills.</li><li>Strong coordination and communication abilities.</li><li>Knowledge of UN partnership frameworks, due diligence, donor compliance requirements, and Partner Connect/UNPP platforms systems.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams.</li><li>English-Arabic language proficiency.</li></ul>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><span >The Cash Consortium of Yemen The Cash Consortium of Yemen (CCY) was established in 2020 to improve the living conditions of socio-economically vulnerable and conflict-affected individuals in Yemen. The CCY is led by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and includes Acted, Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), Mercy Corps, Solidarities International (SI) as co-partners, as well as the International Organization for Migration (IOM) as a non-funded EU partner. The CCY aims to maximize the effectiveness of cash assistance and support the transition to longer-term resilience programs through referrals. The CCY's response has been implemented across 13 governorates in Yemen, where vulnerability is high, and households are affected by conflict and environmental shocks or identified to be socio-economically vulnerable due to being unable to meet their basic survival needs As the Co-Lead for the National Cash and Market Working Group, CCY collaborates with other cash actors in Yemen to prevent duplication of efforts, ensuring a harmonized approach, and enabling the efficient allocation of resources to areas with high vulnerability.</span></p><p>Overall purpose of the role: This role is split between the Danish Refugee Council country office (75% FTE) and the CCY (25% FTE) Under the supervision of the DRC Country Director, the Advocacy Coordinator will be responsible for the definition and implementation of the DRC Yemen advocacy strategy and to further develop DRC Yemen s advocacy work and outputs. The postholder will take a leading role in ensuring evidence-based advocacy informs and influences key decision makers in accordance with the advocacy strategy, ensuring that the aid response across Yemen supports the most vulnerable population. The Advocacy Advisor works closely with DRC s regional and global advocacy teams as well as being the focal point for DRC Yemen on external communications. Under the CCY, this role will provide targeted advocacy and communication technical support to the consortium management unit and oversee the design and delivery of the consortium s advocacy strategy.</p><p>Duties and Responsibilities:</p><p>Strategic Advocacy</p><ul><li>Develop and update the advocacy strategy, talking points, topline messaging, briefing papers, advocacy reports and other advocacy asks for the local DRC team</li><li>Lead on the implementation of the DRC Yemen advocacy strategy</li><li>Follow up on the implementation of DRC s Communication strategy and communication commitments with support from the Middle East Asia and Europe Hub.</li><li>Participate in and support the relevant working groups of the Yemen based INGO network, including supporting the planning and drafting of relevant inter-agency products such as key messaging, public statements, high profile letters, briefings etc.</li><li>Remain up to date on key issues at the national and regional level, through engagement with relevant stakeholders</li><li>Alert the SMT to relevant policy developments and provide analysis and input for various inter-agency meetings such as the Technical Monitoring Group, the Humanitarian Country Team and others.</li><li>Support the Head of Programmes and Technical Coordinators in coordinating advocacy and programme objectives and develop programme-specific policy work. In addition, work with Sector Managers, Technical Coordinators and Area managers on key issues within clusters, working groups and area specific forums.</li><li>Contribute to the DRC s global and regional advocacy strategies and initiatives, ensuring that the DRC Yemen specificities are reflected and captured.</li><li>As part of DRC s commitment to localisation, ensure DRC works in equitable partnerships with Yemeni civil society for advocacy, and work with relevant programme staff to ensure advocacy efforts are locally led.</li><li>Participate in and conduct research to prepare for global advocacy joint calls on Yemen and provide information and advocacy messages relating to the Yemen humanitarian crisis.</li></ul><p>Representation &amp; Communication</p><ul><li>Liaise with key UN, NGO and other interlocutors in country to ensure DRC has up to date information on the humanitarian situation and response in the region.</li><li>Represent DRC in key forums, including the Advocacy Working Group for Yemen, and other groups as delegated by the CD.</li><li>Represent DRC in external meetings with a variety of stakeholders, including but not limited to diplomatic staff within embassies, donor governments, UN leadership, think-tanks. Support the Yemen CO to build relationships in key capitals and represent DRC Yemen in agreement with the CD.</li><li>Share timely information and coordinate global advocacy work with DRC representation office in key capitals (Copenhagen, Brussels, Geneva, Berlin)</li><li>Establish strategic relationships with media outlets to ensure push of key advocacy messages and communication materials.</li><li>Support in developing messaging for and actions around key national policy responses and frameworks, as well as other factors such as UN coordination, protection concerns, funding for the response, security and current and future challenges that have an impact on displaced populations and their access to humanitarian assistance and protection services;</li><li>Build networks of key informants and stakeholders in country.</li></ul><p>Supervisory Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of the communication officer</li><li>Contribute to recruitment, capacity building, and performance appraisal of members of the team as needed.</li></ul><p>CCY-specific responsibilities</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>To be successful in this role you must have:</p><ul><li>At least 5 years' experience working in policy, research and advocacy on humanitarian issues, access, refugee rights, human rights, and/or development issues.</li><li>Proven experience of influencing and advocacy work including lobbying, policy development and information provision in humanitarian issues.</li><li>Experience of and strong skills in developing and implementing humanitarian advocacy strategies and campaigns.</li><li>Knowledge of international human rights and humanitarian law, humanitarian and protection principles</li><li>Understanding of UN and donor operations at country and regional level.</li><li>Understanding of political and humanitarian context in the region and/or in Yemen</li><li>Experience in producing and/or supervising production of communications materials</li></ul><p>In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC five core competencies:</p><ul><li>Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.</li><li>Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.</li><li>Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.</li><li>Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.</li><li>Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.</li></ul><p>Moreover, we also expect the following:</p><p>Required Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Bachelors degree in human rights, social sciences, journalism, or related discipline is compulsory. Advanced degree such as Masters or a combination of disciplines, is an advantage.</li></ul><p>Languages:</p><ul><li>Full proficiency in spoken and written English.</li><li>Arabic is an asset</li></ul><p></p></section>

<p>DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 7 September 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 Arabian Standard Time (Aden) WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube , LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , TikTok . WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal &amp; professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). GENERAL INFORMATION JOB TITLE: Head of Operational Information Management TYPE OF CONTRACT/LEVEL: Consultancy Contract CSTI SUPERVISOR: D eputy Country Director - Operations UNIT/DIVISION: OIM DUTY STATION (City, Country): Aden, Yemen DURATION: 11 Months BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: The Operational Information Management and Performance Reporting (OIM&amp;PR) function plays a critical role in creating and maintaining a common operational picture of WFP operations. With Country Offices (COs) reporting directly to the Deputy Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (DED&amp;COO), the need for a streamlined, coherent, and responsive flow of strategic and operational information is essential to stay ahead of the curve by preparing and responding to current and future emergencies in a changing humanitarian environment. Based in Country Offices, the OIM&amp;PR function is responsible for coordinating, consolidating, and managing information flows to provide WFP leadership with a consistent, evidence-based operational picture, supporting informed decision-making, accountability, effective programme management, and coherent internal and external reporting while enhancing collaboration and information sharing between Country Offices and HQ. ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority) Lead the production of Operational Information Management (OIM) products in line with established review and approval workflows. Products include but are not limited to situation reports for WFP and external audiences, donor reports, briefs, dashboards, Daily Operational Brief entries, proposals, talking points, among others. Manage other CO OIM staff, providing training, guidance, and other support as needed. Draft clear, concise, and audience-tailored analytical content to inform programme design and adaptation, management decision-making, advocacy, fundraising, and external engagement. Analyze the political, humanitarian and policy landscape pertaining to WFPs current and future responses, including donor policies, trends and preferences, to inform WFPs strategic information provision to key decision-makers. Collect, analyze and synthesize relevant information and data from media and local internal and external sources to build 'Essential Elements of Information', facilitate and maximize the exchange of information and data flows between functional area networks in WFP, to provide operational awareness and understanding of events that may have humanitarian and/or operational impact. Coordinate information flows and reporting processes across relevant Country Office units and Headquarters counterparts, ensuring timely responses to information requests and quality assurance of reporting outputs. Take stock of and implement innovative improvements to OIM products, tools, systems, processes, and workflows to enhance information management, reporting quality, and operational efficiency. Additional Accountabilities that may be requested: Contribute to the Annual Country Report (ACR) for the Annual Reporting Exercise in collaboration with the country office programme, monitoring &amp; evaluation and logistics functions to coordinate and ensure coherence and quality of information. Support donor reporting and proposal development with timely, validated information; Support the maintenance of a central repository of indicators, baselines, targets and achieve results to streamline reporting across grants in coordination with M&amp;E and partnerships units. Collaborate with counterparts in other UN agencies and NGOs to ensure consistency in humanitarian information and to complement WFP analysis and information. Coordinate WFP inputs to monthly and ad-hoc submissions to relevant working groups (e.g., IACWG, Nutrition Cluster, Food Security Cluster) meeting publication deadlines and engage proactively in relevant IM-related meetings. Provide reporting and Information Management guidance to OIM officers at CO level and provide analytical and technical support in streamlining reporting tasks. Contribute to the enhancement of the capacity of WFP staff and partners to effectively manage operational information and performance reporting through assisting in the delivery of the OIM &amp; PR training on core competencies. Contribute to the development and maintenance of knowledge management systems and information repositories, ensuring effective archiving of key programmatic documents, systematic documentation of best practices and lessons learned, and easy access to strategic information products for evidence-based decision-making. Provide administrative support to the OIM unit and/or the relevant Division, as needed.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Advanced University degree in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Statistics, Information Management or Journalism, Business Management, Social Sciences or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.</p><p>3 years or more of postgraduate professional years or more of postgraduate professional experience in a relevant field of work, with a background and interest in international humanitarian development, information management or reporting.</p><p>Fluency (level C) in English is a requirement. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of Arabic is an advantage, but not a requirement.</p>

<p>DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 7 September 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 Arabian Standard Time (Aden) WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube , LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , TikTok . WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal &amp; professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). GENERAL INFORMATION JOB TITLE: Programme Policy Office (Cash Based Transfer) TYPE OF CONTRACT/LEVEL: Fixed Term NOA SUPERVISOR: Programme Policy Officer UNIT/DIVISION: Programme DUTY STATION (City, Country): Aden, Yemen DURATION: 12 Months BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: WFP operations across Yemen are conducted within a highly complex, volatile, and high-risk humanitarian environment. To deliver large-scale assistance safely, efficiently, and accountably, WFP relies heavily on its Cash-Based Transfer (CBT) and Identity Management (IDM) delivery infrastructure to meet acute food security and nutrition needs. The position is based in the WFP, Yemen country office and reports directly to the National Officer of the CBT Unit under the overall supervision of the Head of the CBT/IDM Unit. The incumbent supports the technical implementation, tracking, reconciliation, and coordination of CBT activities. The role requires strong initiative, technical accountability, and independent judgment to resolve day-to-day operational challenges, coordinate extensively with internal units and external Financial Service Providers (FSPs), and ensure the transparent and timely delivery of digital cash assistance to WFP beneficiaries. JOB PURPOSE To provide end-to-end technical, financial, and operational support for the planning, implementation, and quality assurance of CBT interventions. The incumbent will ensure rigorous data compliance across field distribution lists, manage monthly FSP reconciliation loops, maintain corporate financial tracking systems, and serve as the technical Secretariat for the internal WFP Cash-Based Transfer Working Group (CBT WG) to optimize cash delivery mechanisms across the operation. ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct guidance of the National CBT Officer and the overall supervision of the Head of CBT/IDM, the incumbent will execute the following core accountabilities: CBT Design &amp; Implementation: Support the technical design, deployment, and optimization of CBT interventions at the Country Office level, ensuring absolute alignment with WFP s Interim Country Strategic Plan (ICSP) and programmatic strategies. Field Office Technical Support: Provide continuous technical guidance and backstopping WFP Field Offices throughout the entire CBT project management lifecycle, reinforcing corporate priorities and data standards. Financial Tracking &amp; WINGS Compliance: Monitor and follow up on transaction pipelines within WFP s corporate financial system (WINGS). Reconcile open transactions, track fund releases, and ensure absolute consistency between fund allocations and financial commitments. Platform Maintenance &amp; Utilization Reporting: Support the administrative maintenance of WFP s primary CBT management and reporting platforms, generating comprehensive data on CBT utilization rates, transfer values, and caseload distributions. FSP Reconciliation &amp; Financial Control: Lead the monthly financial reconciliation process immediately following report submissions by active Financial Service Providers (FSPs). Formulate detailed reconciliation reports, flag variances, and coordinate with third-level support to resolve data glitches. Data Quality &amp; Distribution List Control: Analyze monthly distribution plans submitted by Field Offices. Verify and control the quality, formatting, and structural consistency of all beneficiary distribution lists prior to routing them for official Programme clearance. Pipeline Reporting &amp; Information Consistency: Gather, consolidate, and clean monthly CBT distribution data for immediate integration into the centralized Country Office pipeline report. Draft accurate, time-sensitive briefs to enable data-driven decision-making by senior management and external stakeholders. CBT Working Group Secretariat: Serve as the designated Secretariat for the WFP Cash-Based Transfer Working Group (CBT WG) in the Country office. Organize technical sessions, draft meeting minutes, compile action points, and submit strategic recommendations to management.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced University Degree (master's or equivalent) in International Affairs, Economics, Public Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or another field highly relevant to international humanitarian assistance. Alternatively, a First University Degree (Bachelor's) combined with a minimum of two (2) additional years of directly related professional work experience.</li><li>Total relevant 5 years of experience in humanitarian sector including 1 year of Professional experience, specifically dedicated to the planning, design, technical implementation, and evaluation of Cash-Based Transfer (CBT) programs.</li><li>Direct experience working at the country or implementation level in developing countries or fragile states.</li><li>Desirable: Proven experience establishing standard operating procedures (SOPs) with private banks or Financial Service Providers (FSPs) within a humanitarian context.</li><li>Strong technical mastery of project lifecycle management, humanitarian principles, and cash/voucher transfer modalities.</li><li>Advanced analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to reconcile complex financial datasets, verify spreadsheets, and utilize enterprise resource planning (ERP) software (such as WINGS/SAP).</li><li>Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to independently monitor own work plan and manage multiple deadlocked deadlines.</li><li>Proven diplomatic and communication skills (both verbal and written) to clearly explain project requirements to field counterparts, cooperating partners, and local authorities.</li><li>Resilience and high flexibility to regularly undertake field travel to remote, complex, or high-risk environments.</li><li>Fluent in written and oral English and Arabic.</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Office/Unit/Project Description</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>&nbsp;Yemen’s biodiversity is exceptional at both regional and global levels. Unique terrestrial and marine ecosystems, including globally significant island biodiversity, extensive coral reefs, diverse highland agro-ecosystems, and culturally important dryland forests, provide essential services that underpin livelihoods, food security, water systems, and cultural identity across the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>&nbsp;Yet Yemen faces a complex set of environmental and development challenges. Institutional capacity constraints, limited environmental monitoring, and pressures on public resources have affected the management of natural ecosystems.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>&nbsp;Yemen’s ability to address biodiversity threats is severely hindered by prolonged conflict, economic collapse, and weak governance, which have eroded enforcement capacity and drained resources for environmental management. Fragmented institutions limited technical expertise, and insufficient scientific data further constrain effective planning and monitoring. High community dependence on natural resources for livelihoods, combined with security challenges in some areas, exacerbates habitat degradation, while low public awareness limits grassroots engagement in conservation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP) is implemented by UNDP on behalf of the GEF Partnership. UNDP oversees the Small Grants Programme (SGP) through the Vertical Hub and the Nature Hub of Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS). Funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the Small Grants Programme efficiently channels direct grants to non-governmental and community-based organizations to help them cope with climate change; conserve biodiversity; protect international waters; reduce the impact of Persistent Organic Pollutants; and prevent land degradation. Helping communities with their initiatives for sustainable livelihoods while generating global environmental benefits is the core inspiration of the Small Grants Programme.&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>Launched in 1992 as a corporate programme of the GEF, the GEF Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP) has supported local action for over thirty years to address global environmental concerns.  SGP aims to deliver global environmental benefits in the GEF focal areas of biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation, protection of international waters, prevention of land degradation, and elimination of persistent organic pollutants through community-based approaches. To date, SGP has funded over 29,000 community-based projects covering more than 120 countries. It has gained considerable experiences at the community level, including adapting to climate change while addressing issues of the GEF focal areas.  Further information can be found at: <u>https://sgp.undp.org/</u>.&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Scope of Work&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <br> <p>&nbsp;The National Coordinator will report through a matrixed structure to both the Climate Change, Water, Energy and Environment Team Leader and the SGP Regional Programme Specialist. The Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the SGP at the country level, including direct supervision of the SGP Programme Associate/Assistant and coordination of the National Steering Committee.&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Ensure effective management of the SGP Country Programme team&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <ul> <li>Supervise the SGP Country Programme Associate/ Assistant and provide necessary guidance and coaching;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Promote and maintain effective teamwork within the SGP Country Programme team, the National Steering Committee members, and with the UNDP CO team;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Prepare and implement annual work plan, including strategic and/or innovative initiatives, with set delivery and co-financing targets; draft annual SGP Country Office administrative and project operational budget proposal&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Set annual performance parameters and learning objectives for the SGP Country Programme team, assess their performance and provide feedback.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Ensure Programme/Portfolio Development and Management</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <ul> <li>Keep abreast of national environmental concerns and priorities as well as the socio-economic conditions and trends as they relate to the SGP and assess their impact on SGP’s work and programme.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Ensure formulation and implementation of the Country Programme Strategy (CPS), and its periodic review and update.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Manage the SGP grant allocations and country operating budget, maintain the financial integrity of the programme by ensuring adherence to SGP Standard Operating Procedures as well as UNOPS rules and regulations, and ensure timely and effective use of SGP resources.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Exercise quality control over the development of a portfolio of project ideas and concepts, and closely monitor the programme implementation progress and results.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Organize periodic stakeholder workshops and project development sessions for civil society organizations (CSOs) and local communities, and potential applicants and other stakeholders to inform about SGP and its Strategic Initiatives.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Work closely with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Community-based Organizations ( CBOs) in preparation of project concepts and proposals to ensure that projects fit with the SGP Strategic Initiatives, Country Programme Strategy, and technical guidance notes;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Authorize and manage project planning grants as required.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Oversee ongoing SGP grant projects and conduct periodic project monitoring field visits and provide technical and operational support and guidance to SGP grantees as required.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Plan and serve as secretary to the National Steering Committee meetings. Support and closely coordinate with the National Steering Committee and Technical Advisory Group where relevant, in the process of project proposal review, selection and approval, especially the initial appraisal of proposals and assessment of eligibility.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Foster programme, project, and policy linkages between the SGP and the full or medium-sized GEF projects, planned or underway in the country, as well as those of other government, donors and development partners.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Report periodically to the Central Programme Management Team (CPMT) on programme implementation status, including annual monitoring reporting, financial reporting, audit, and update the relevant SGP databases.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Undertake monitoring and evaluation of SGP Country Programme and projects, and grant maker initiatives, in coordination with National Steering Committee (NSC) and CPMT.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Perform and coordinate administrative tasks (i.e. procurement, travel) adhering to SGP SOPs procurement rules and regulation, as required for programme implementation.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <br> <p><strong>Resource Mobilization and Partnerships</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>&nbsp;Establish and maintain close working relationships with stakeholders as well as promote the value, comparative advantages, and ensure visibility of the SGP.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><br> <br> <ul> <li>Assess interest and priorities of key donors and other development partners and develop/update and implement the resource mobilization and partnership strategy to mobilize resources from and develop partnerships with the government, donors and other partners to best leverage SGP resources and develop programme level partnerships.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Support SGP grantees in securing co-financing and project level partnerships and assist in identifying opportunities and resources for sustaining and scaling up projects.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Facilitate Knowledge Management and Communication</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <ul> <li>Document programme/project stories, lessons learned, and best practices in SGP programme/project development, implementation, and oversight.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Access SGP and other global and regional knowledge, distill best practices and facilitate their dissemination and incorporation within SGP Country Programme and projects, UNDP CO, and to counterparts and partners;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>Support capacity building and networking of grantees to facilitate knowledge exchange, and promote uptake through Knowledge platforms, Knowledge fairs etc.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Ensure Monitoring and Progress Controls</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <ul> <li>Sound SGP programme results and impacts, in alignment with national strategies and priorities and SGP strategy and approaches, that contribute to transformational change in society and economy to conserve the global environment and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, Innovative, technically sound and socially inclusive grant portfolio is developed and implemented. Effective and efficient use of resources to create maximum project/programme impact. Increased trust by clients and donors and increased opportunities for visibility, partnerships and co-financing.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>Institutional Arrangement&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>The incumbent will be based in the UNDP <i>[enter name of CO]</i> offices;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>The incumbent will have a matrixed reporting line to the Climate Change, Water, Energy and Environment Team Leader and the SGP Regional Programme Specialist and to the SGP Regional Programme Specialist, in accordance with SGP Operational Guidelines;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>The incumbent will be responsible for the supervision and development of the SGP Programme Associate/ Assistant&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>The incumbent will be given access to relevant information necessary for the execution of the tasks under this assignment;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <ul> <li>The incumbent will be provided with a workstation (i.e. laptop, internet, phone, scanner/printer, etc.) and access to reliable internet connection&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Competencies</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><i><strong>Expected Demonstration of Competencies</strong></i>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><i><strong>Core</strong></i>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Achieve Results</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>​​LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work​&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Think Innovatively</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>​​LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking​&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Learn Continuously</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>​​LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning​&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Adapt with Agility&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>​​LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process​&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Act with Determination&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>​​LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously​&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Engage and Partner</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>​​LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships​&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>​​LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making ​&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><i><strong>People Management&nbsp;</strong></i>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated <u>site</u>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Cross-Functional &amp; Technical competencies</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><i>Thematic Area</i>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p><i>Name</i>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p><i>Definition</i>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Business Direction &amp; Strategy</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>Strategic Thinking&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>Develop effective strategies and prioritized plans in line with UNDP’s mission and objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, opportunities and potential risks; link the general vision to reality on the ground to create tangible targeted solutions; learn from a variety of sources to anticipate and effectively respond to both current and future trends; demonstrate foresight.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Business Management</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>Results-based Management&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>Ability to manage the implementation of strategies, programmes, and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results. Knowledge and understanding of relevant theories, concepts, methodologies, instruments, and tools.&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Business Management</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>Communication&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <br> <p><strong>Business Direction &amp; Strategy</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <br> <p>Systems Thinking&nbsp;</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p>Yemen continues to face a severe humanitarian and development crisis driven by prolonged conflict, economic decline, and institutional fragility. These challenges have weakened governance systems, disrupted economic activity, and increased poverty, food insecurity, and vulnerability across the country.<br> While humanitarian assistance remains essential, sustainable recovery requires longer-term investments in livelihoods, economic resilience, local governance, institutional strengthening, and climate-resilient agriculture.</p><br> <p>UNDP is implementing a portfolio of complementary projects to address these interconnected challenges. This includes the Resilient Economies and Sustainable Livelihoods for Empowerment in Yemen (RESOLVE) project funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) ; the Local Governance for Area-based Development (LoGABD) project funded by the European Union (EU) ; and the Climate-Resilient Agriculture and Job Opportunities in Yemen (SANABEL) project, also funded by the EU. These projects are designed with a synergistic, area-based approach to maximize impact and efficiency.</p><br> <p>RESOLVE (SDC) focuses on strengthening the resilience and economic empowerment of vulnerable communities in Marib and Hadramout governorates by promoting sustainable livelihoods through agribusiness development, agricultural value chain strengthening, improved access to finance, and enhanced local economic governance.</p><br> <p>LoGABD (EU) aims to strengthen the capacity of local authorities across seven governorates (Aden, Hadramout, Lahj, Marib, Taiz, Al Mahrah, Socotra) to effectively plan, budget, finance, and deliver public services, manage IDP populations, and foster climate resilience. It focuses on institutionalizing training hubs, improving public financial management, completing community-prioritized public works, and operationalizing Local Economic Development Councils and Local Development Funds.</p><br> <p>SANABEL (EU) is a joint FAO-UNDP project focused on climate-resilient agriculture and job creation. It aims to increase crop and livestock productivity through Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and ecosystem-based adaptation (led by FAO) and strengthen climate-resilient agricultural value chains to generate decent jobs, formalized businesses, and inclusive economic growth (led by UNDP).<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>Position Purpose</strong></p><br> <p>By combining these three projects under one management umbrella, this position will ensure coherent and integrated implementation, maximize synergies, and leverage UNDP's expertise in governance, economic recovery, and resilience-building. This portfolio approach aligns with the Area-Based Development (ABD) framework, ensuring that local priorities, as articulated in Governorate Economic and Social Development Plans, are effectively addressed.<br> The incumbent will report to the UNDP Team Leader -- Governance &amp; Peacebuilding Portfolio and will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management to the combined project team.<br> The role requires exceptional leadership, strategic coordination, and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to deliver results across multiple complex and fragile environments.</p><br> <p>UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration.<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p>1.) Provide strategic directions to the project teams for efficient implementation of activities across the integrated projects:<br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide overall strategic leadership and direction to the project teams for the RESOLVE, LoGABD, and SANABEL projects to ensure effective and timely implementation of activities in line with respective project objectives, results frameworks, and workplans.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lead strategic planning and ensure alignment of all project implementation with UNDP corporate priorities, donor requirements (SDC, EU), national development priorities, and the Area-Based Development (ABD) framework.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Translate project goals into clear operational priorities, deliverables, and implementation milestones, ensuring complementarity and identifying synergies between the projects.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure effective coordination and integration across project components to maximize synergies, avoid duplication, and promote efficiency.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Promote results-based management and ensure timely identification and resolution of implementation bottlenecks across the portfolio.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Foster a collaborative, high-performing, and solution-oriented team environment that promotes accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p>2.) Oversee and manage the projects on a day-to-day basis, including achievement of financial and substantive targets and results, in line with corporate standards and guidance:&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lead day-to-day management of the combined programme, ensuring delivery of outputs and achievement of project targets within approved timelines and budgets for RESOLVE, LoGABD, and SANABEL.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Develop, implement, and monitor annual work plans, procurement plans, budgets, and activity schedules for each project.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure compliance with UNDP rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and specific donor requirements (SDC, EU).<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Monitor project expenditures and ensure efficient utilization of financial resources across all three projects.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Oversee procurement, contract management, and project operational processes for the entire portfolio.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Supervise project personnel, consultants, and technical experts and ensure quality performance and delivery across all projects.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Identify and mitigate operational, programmatic, fiduciary, and contextual risks affecting project implementation, including those specific to each project context.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure accurate and timely reporting on project progress, results, risks, and challenges to donors and UNDP management.<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p>3.) Build and manage partnerships<br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including: (i) government institutions at national (MoLA, MoPIC, MoA, MoF, etc.) and sub-national levels (Governorates, Districts, line ministries), (ii) development partners and donors (SDC, EU, FAO), and (iii) implementing partners and other stakeholders.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Promote strategic partnerships to enhance project implementation, sustainability, and impact, particularly through the operationalization of Local Economic Development Councils (LEDCs) and Local Development Funds (LDFs).<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Facilitate coordination and collaboration among relevant stakeholders across the governance and economic recovery sectors to ensure alignment and complementarity of interventions.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Represent the projects in meetings, consultations, and coordination forums with donors (SDC, EU), government counterparts, and other partners as required.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support policy dialogue and strengthen institutional collaboration on governance, economic recovery, and systems reform.<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p>4.) Facilitate knowledge management and promote gender equality and women’s empowerment<br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Promote effective knowledge management and institutional learning within the programme.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Document lessons learned, best practices, and key achievements from all three projects to support adaptive management and continuous improvement.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Facilitate knowledge sharing among project stakeholders, partners, and relevant institutions across the governance and resilience sectors.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure project knowledge products, reports, and technical outputs are well documented and disseminated appropriately.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support institutionalization of knowledge and sustainability of project results through strengthened systems and local capacities.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure gender equality and women's empowerment principles are integrated into project planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting across the entire portfolio.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Promote inclusive approaches that ensure meaningful participation of women, youth, IDPs, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups in all project activities.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support gender-responsive programming and contribute to equitable access to project benefits and opportunities.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure project interventions contribute to advancing inclusion, equality, and non-discrimination<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p>5.) Promote and facilitate elaboration of resilience-building initiatives of UNDP<br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support the design and implementation of broader resilience-building initiatives within the UNDP programme framework, contributing to the Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Nexus approach.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure project interventions contribute to strengthening institutional resilience, governance effectiveness, and sustainable economic recovery.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Promote integrated approaches that support long-term resilience, capacity development, and sustainable development outcomes, linking governance, livelihoods, and climate action.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Identify opportunities for synergies and complementarities with other UNDP programmes and initiatives, including the MPISY project.<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.<br> Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Manage and supervise the project team.<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>Competencies</strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Core Competencies:</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Achieve Results:&nbsp;</strong>LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact</p><br> <p><strong>Think Innovatively:&nbsp;</strong>LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems</p><br> <p><strong>Learn Continuously:&nbsp;</strong>LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences</p><br> <p><strong>Adapt with Agility:&nbsp;</strong>LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands</p><br> <p><strong>Act with Determination:&nbsp;</strong>LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results</p><br> <p><strong>Engage and Partner:&nbsp;</strong>LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration</p><br> <p><strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion:&nbsp;</strong>LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Cross-Functional &amp; Technical competencies:</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Business Direction and Strategy-System Thinking:</strong>&nbsp;Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.</p><br> <p><strong>Business Management-Portfolio Management: </strong>Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization’s programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment</p><br> <p><strong>Business Direction &amp; Strategy&nbsp;&amp; Effective Decision Making:</strong>&nbsp;Take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one's authority, area of expertise andresources and take into consideration potential wider implications.</p><br> <p><strong>Business Development&nbsp;&amp; UNDP Representation:</strong> Effectively represent and advocate for UNDP, its values, mission, work, and positions with various constituencies/audiences, shares UNDP knowledge and activities.</p><br> <p><strong>Business Management &amp; Results-based Management: </strong>Ability to manage the implementation of strategies,programmes, and projects with a focus at improved<br> performance and demonstrable results. Knowledge and understanding of relevant theories, concepts, methodologies, instruments, and tools.</p><br> <p><strong>Audit &amp; Investigation &amp;&nbsp;Financial and Managerial Accounting and Finance key concepts:&nbsp;</strong>Key concepts and principles of financial accounting, interpret financial analysis, managerial accounting, etc.</p><br> <p><strong>Audit &amp; Investigation &amp; Fraud awareness and investigation techniques:&nbsp;</strong>Basic knowledge to understand the foundations of fraud, how to detect red flags and conduct initial fact findings.</p><br> <p><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Education:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Economics, Development Studies, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field is required. OR</li> <li>A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Minimum of 7 years (with master’s degree) or 9 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience of progressively responsible professional experience in project/programme management, development programming, or a related field is required.</li> <li>Proven experience in managing complex, multi-donor development projects in fragile, conflict-affected, or crisis settings is required.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following thematic areas: local governance and institutional strengthening; local economic development and private sector engagement; agribusiness, agricultural value chains, and livelihoods; climate-resilient agriculture and natural resource management; resilience-building and economic recovery is required&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and results-based management for large-scale programmes (over €5 million) is required.</li> <li>Experience and strong knowledge of local governance systems, public financial management, and decentralization frameworks is desirable.</li> <li>Experience in financial management, budget oversight, procurement planning, and donor reporting, preferably with experience in EU and SDC reporting requirements is desirable.</li> <li>Proven experience in partnership building and stakeholder coordination with government institutions at national and sub-national levels, development partners (UN agencies, donors), private sector, civil society, and local communities is desirable</li> <li>Experience working in fragile, conflict-affected, or crisis settings is desirable.</li> <li>Previous experience with UNDP, UN agencies, or international development organizations is desirable.</li> <li>Experience in Yemen is an asset.</li> <li>Experience and knowledge of gender-responsive and inclusive programming is desirable.</li> <li>Strong project management and leadership experience, with the ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously is desired.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Languages:</strong></p><br> <p>•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fluency in English is required.<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Knowledge of Arabic is an asset<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>Equal opportunity</strong></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><strong>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.&nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>Probation</strong></p><br> <p>For all new UNDP fixed term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organization Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.</p><br> <p><strong>Right to select multiple candidates</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.&nbsp; We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><strong>Use of AI by candidates</strong></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><strong>Scam alert</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. 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<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p>1. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Description&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><br> <p>Yemen continues to face a severe humanitarian and development crisis driven by prolonged conflict, economic decline, and institutional fragility. These challenges have weakened governance systems, disrupted economic activity, and increased poverty, food insecurity, and vulnerability across the country.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>&nbsp;While humanitarian assistance remains essential, sustainable recovery requires longer-term investments in livelihoods, economic resilience, local governance, institutional strengthening, and climate-resilient agriculture.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>&nbsp;UNDP is implementing a portfolio of complementary projects to address these interconnected challenges. This includes the Resilient Economies and Sustainable Livelihoods for Empowerment in Yemen (RESOLVE) project funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) ; the Local Governance for Area-based Development (LoGABD) project funded by the European Union (EU) ; and the Climate-Resilient Agriculture and Job Opportunities in Yemen (SANABEL) project, also funded by the EU. These projects are designed with a synergistic, area-based approach to maximize impact and efficiency.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>&nbsp;RESOLVE (SDC) focuses on strengthening the resilience and economic empowerment of vulnerable communities in Marib and Hadramout governorates by promoting sustainable livelihoods through agribusiness development, agricultural value chain strengthening, improved access to finance, and enhanced local economic governance.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>&nbsp;LoGABD (EU) aims to strengthen the capacity of local authorities across seven governorates (Aden, Hadramout, Lahj, Marib, Taiz, Al Mahrah, Socotra) to effectively plan, budget, finance, and deliver public services, manage IDP populations, and foster climate resilience. It focuses on institutionalizing training hubs, improving public financial management, completing community-prioritized public works, and operationalizing Local Economic Development Councils and Local Development Funds.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>&nbsp;SANABEL (EU) is a joint FAO-UNDP project focused on climate-resilient agriculture and job creation. It aims to increase crop and livestock productivity through Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and ecosystem-based adaptation (led by FAO) and strengthen climate-resilient agricultural value chains to generate decent jobs, formalized businesses, and inclusive economic growth (led by UNDP).&nbsp;</p><br> <p>By combining these three projects under one management umbrella, this position will ensure coherent and integrated implementation, maximize synergies, and leverage UNDP's expertise in governance, economic recovery, and resilience building. This portfolio approach aligns with the Area-Based Development (ABD) framework, ensuring that local priorities, as articulated in Governorate Economic and Social Development Plans, are effectively addressed. The incumbent will report to the UNDP Team Leader -Governance &amp; Peacebuilding Portfolio and will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management to the combined project team.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>The role requires exceptional leadership, strategic coordination, and stakeholder management skills, with a particular emphasis on governance and institutional strengthening,and the ability to deliver results across multiple complex and fragile environments.&nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>&nbsp;2. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Scope of Work&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <p>&nbsp;Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the National Project Specialist&nbsp; will play a critical leadership role in the successful implementation of the integrated project portfolio. The incumbent will provide strategic coordination and management support, ensuring that project activities are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, aligned with UNDP rules and regulations and the donors’ operational requirements for this high-risk, Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV) context.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>The primary objective of the position is to support the Project Manager in overseeing the day-to-day implementation and coordination of the three projects, with a particular focus on the governance and institutional strengthening components of the LoGABD project, with a particular focus on stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and ensuring the achievement of project outcomes.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>3. Overall roles and responsibilities&nbsp;</p><br> <p>1. Advise and&nbsp;support Project Management, Implementation and Coordination&nbsp;</p><br> <ul> <li>Advise and support the development of the Project’s work plan, activities, targets, budget, standards for measuring progress and results and determine the processes, tools and methodologies to be used to ensure effective and efficient project implementation and operations&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure the achievement of the Project’s outputs in line with the approved Annual Work Plan through the day-to-day planning, management and implementation of activities;&nbsp;</li> <li>Oversee the coordination of project activities with government institutions at national and sub-national levels, with particular emphasis on the Ministry of Local Administration (MoLA), Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation (MoPIC), and governorate-level authorities under the LoGABD project.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure full coordination, liaison, and communication between the contracted Responsible Parties for the Project’s component for coherent design and complementary execution of projects at the local level.&nbsp;</li> <li>Facilitate the operationalization of Local Economic Development Councils (LEDCs) and Local Development Funds (LDFs) as key platforms for public-private dialogue and resource mobilization under the LoGABD project.&nbsp;</li> <li>Support the institutionalization of governorate-level Training Departments as permanent capacitydevelopment hubs, including the formal transfer of curricula and training-of-trainers (ToT) activities.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>2.Ensure&nbsp;Financial Management and Reporting&nbsp;</p><br> <ul> <li>Ensure accountability for and efficient use of relevant project funds;&nbsp;</li> <li>Manage and monitor requests for financial resources and ensure accuracy and reliability of relevant financial reports;&nbsp;</li> <li>Approve requisitions requests, and ensure continuous delivery updates to the Project Manager on financial delivery performance;&nbsp;</li> <li>Liaise with the Responsible Parties and other UNDP project staff on financial management of the project activities, including monitoring project financial expenditures and transactions;&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure the integrity of financial system and support the Project Manager in overseeing the administrative, financial and budgetary aspects of the project activities;&nbsp;</li> <li>Support the smooth audit of national partner institutions.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>3.&nbsp;Build Strategic Partnerships and Resources Mobilization&nbsp;</p><br> <ul> <li>Contribute to a constructive dialogue with partners in Yemen, the European Union, SDC and other stakeholders, especially to maximize consistency and synergy between the various project’s components, as informed by the priorities of the project document;&nbsp;</li> <li>Maintain dialogue with national and sub-national government officials (particularly MoLA, MoPIC, Governor Offices, and District authorities), civil society, partners and communities to provide knowledge and understanding while ensuring clear understanding of the project objectives;&nbsp;</li> <li>Support the establishment and strengthening of multi-stakeholder coordination mechanisms, including Local Economic Councils, to foster collaboration between government institutions, private sector, and civil society under the LoGABD project.&nbsp;</li> <li>Facilitate the presentation of Area-Based Development Plans (ABDPs) to donors and private investors to mobilize resources for locally-prioritized development initiatives.&nbsp;</li> <li>Support the creation of tools and communications materials to promote project objectives, establish contact as a focal person for project in support of the PM and UNDP CO cooperation with the donors.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>4. Advise and support&nbsp;Results based management, monitoring and evaluation and reporting&nbsp;</p><br> <ul> <li>Provide advice to the project team and the Responsible Parties on the achievement of project’s results as per the Annual Work Plan;&nbsp;</li> <li>Advise and significantly contribute to the coordination and production of concept notes, project proposals, work plans, regular donor progress and impact reports for the project;&nbsp;</li> <li>Participatein relevant internal and external (coordination) meetings representing the project when requested by the PM;&nbsp;</li> <li>Manage and monitor identified relevant project risks and issues and update the status of these risks and issues according to UNDP’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) policy;&nbsp;</li> <li>Plan and prioritize work activities to meet organizational goals, and organize and oversee work processes efficiently to achieve quality results;&nbsp;</li> <li>In collaboration with the M&amp;E Reporting Officer, ensure proper monitoring and evaluation procedures are instituted in relevant project activities and proper monitoring of project progress against annual and quarterly work plans and budgets;&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure robust monitoring and reporting on governance-related outcomes, including improved public financial management, procurement transparency, service delivery performance, and institutional capacity development.&nbsp;</li> <li>Undertake any other duties as may be required by the PM.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>5. Advise and support&nbsp;Governance and Institutional Strengthening Support&nbsp;</p><br> <ul> <li>Support the implementation of governance and institutional strengthening activities under the LoGABD project, including public financial management reform, public procurement reform, and revenue modernization initiatives.&nbsp;</li> <li>Facilitate capacity development activities for local authorities on core governance functions, genderresponsive planning, recovery management, and human resource management (organograms, job descriptions, right-sizing).&nbsp;</li> <li>Support the digital transformation of revenue management and the introduction of integrated platforms for property tax and other revenue streams.&nbsp;</li> <li>Assist in developing standardized procurement manuals and providing technical training on modern procurement standards and internal oversight mechanisms.&nbsp;</li> <li>Coordinate with the MPISY project (UNDP-World Bank) to ensure alignment and complementarity in public financial management and human resource management reforms.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;6. Lead&nbsp;Knowledge building and management&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Capture and disseminate lessons learned and best practices to contribute to learning on the projects; with particular focus on governance, institutional resilience, and area-based development approaches.&nbsp;</li> <li>Document good practices and lessons learned from the operationalization of LEDCs, LDFs, Training Hubs, and PFM reforms for replication and scaling.&nbsp;</li> <li>Participate in international knowledge networks and other fora to draw on best practice and lessons learned in other similar contexts to apply to Yemen&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead&nbsp;knowledge and&nbsp;capacity&nbsp;building,&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;sharing,&nbsp;and&nbsp;advocacy</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the&nbsp;Organization.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Institutional Arrangement&nbsp;</p><br> <p>&nbsp;Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Project Manager, the National Project Specialist&nbsp; contributes to the effective and efficient implementation of the integrated RESOLVE, LoGABD, and SANABEL projects. The incumbent will apply and promote the principles of results-based management (RBM) and a client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.</p><br> <p>The National Project Specialist&nbsp; will have a particular focus on the governance and institutional strengthening components of the LoGABD project, while ensuring coherence and synergy across all three projects. S/He will work in close collaboration with the project team, the UNDP Country Office (CO), key IRG institutions, and the donors to ensure effective achievement of results. The incumbent is expected to exercise full compliance with UNDP and donors programming, financial, procurement, and administrative rules and regulations.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>&nbsp;4. Competencies&nbsp;</p><br> <p><i><strong>Core</strong></i>&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Achieve Results:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p>LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Think Innovatively:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p>LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Learn Continuously:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p>LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Adapt with Agility:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p>LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Act &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; with</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Determination:&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p>LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Engage and Partner:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p>LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Enable Diversity and</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Inclusion:</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p>LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><i><strong>Cross-Functional &amp; Technical competencies&nbsp;</strong></i></p><br> <p><i><strong>Thematic Area&nbsp;</strong></i></p><br> <p><i><strong>Name&nbsp;</strong></i></p><br> <p><i><strong>Definition&nbsp;</strong></i></p><br> <br> <p><strong>Business Direction &amp; Strategy</strong>&nbsp;</p><br> <p>System Thinking&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>Business&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Management&nbsp;</p><br> <p>&nbsp;Project Management&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>Risk Management&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Ability to identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively managing risks.&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>External Relations &amp; Advocacy&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Partnerships&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Management&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts, and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>External Relations &amp; Advocacy&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Communication&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>Finance&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Public Finance Management&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Knowledge and experience in PFM, including budget preparation, execution, and reporting, as well as experience with financial management information systems.&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>Governance&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Decentralization and Local Governance&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Knowledge of local governance systems, decentralization frameworks, institutional capacity development, and public administration reform in fragile contexts&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p>5.Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA&nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>Min. Education requirements&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <p>Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Public&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Administration, &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Public &nbsp;&nbsp; Policy, &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Development &nbsp;&nbsp; Studies, &nbsp;Conflict Management, Economics, Business Administration,,&nbsp;or related field is required,&nbsp;OR</p><br> <p>A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the above fields in combination with an&nbsp;additional&nbsp;two years of qualifying experience will be given&nbsp;due consideration&nbsp;in lieu of the advanced university degree</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Min. years of relevant work experience&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <p>Minimum 7 years (with Master´s degree) or 9 years (with Bachelor’s degree) of progressive work experience in project development and management in a (post-) conflict setting, withemphasis on (local) governance, core government functions, basic service delivery and community engagement or related fields.&nbsp;</p><br> <br> <p><strong>Required skills&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Proven experience in governance and institutional strengthening programming, including areas such as public financial management, public procurement reform, human resource management, and capacity development for local authorities.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience in supp</li></ul> </div>