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<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Training on cold chain management and maintenance is critical to ensuring the effectiveness of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI). It serves as the fundamental pillar for maintaining vaccine quality and safety from the point of receipt to the point of distribution. To ensure integration between the technical, administrative, and operational aspects, our client will implement the training program for the targeted cadres on "Operation and Maintenance of Cold Chain Equipment" and "Vaccine and Cold Chain Management".</p>
<p><strong>Training / Activity#</strong> Maintenance Training location Aden, Mukalla, no of days 2,2, no of trainees 6, 6</p>
<p><strong>Training/Activity</strong> maintenance operation; training location number of days 2 no of trainers 20</p>
<p>The objective of this consultancy is to conduct the Operation and Maintenance Training to enhance the technical staff 's ability to install, operate, and maintain cold rooms, freezers, and associated equipment to ensure continuous operation within required standards.</p>
<p><strong>2.2 Scope and focus of work</strong></p>
<p>The consultant will need to carry out the following:</p>
<p><strong>Preparation of Technical Training Materials:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Develop simplified manuals in the local language based on manufacturer manuals, including WHO/UNICEF self-assessment tools.</li>
</ul>
<p>Prepare comprehensive Checklists for:</p>
<ol>
<li>Installation and commissioning</li>
<li>Proper daily operation</li>
<li>Preventive maintenance (weekly, monthly, annual)</li>
<li>Troubleshooting</li>
</ol>
<p>Prepare illustrated guides for Control Panels and alarm systems.</p>
<p>Prepare Fault Finding Charts for diagnosing common mechanical and electrical issues.</p>
<p><strong>Training on Installation and Commissioning:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Train technicians on the correct installation of insulation panels and cooling units to prevent thermal leaks.</li>
<li>Practical training on commissioning procedures, including Cool-down time tests, temperature stability monitoring, and alarm verification.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Training on Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Maintenance tasks: Cleaning condensers/evaporators, checking door seals, oil levels, and refrigerant gas levels.</li>
<li>Diagnostic training: Using flowcharts to identify compressor issues, gas shortages, fan failures, or electrical faults.</li>
<li>Defining criteria for reporting complex faults requiring specialized external intervention.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Integration with Vaccine Management:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Explain the relationship between temperature settings and stored vaccine types (heat vs. freeze sensitivity).</li>
<li>Training on reading and analyzing Data Loggers and linking anomalies to technical faults.</li>
<li>Establishing a clear communication protocol between the technician and storekeeper during alarms.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>5. SUPERVISION</strong></p>
<p>The consultant will provide regular updates to our client team, with weekly meetings on progress and challenges faced. The consultant will report to our client Project Manager and Project Management Support Officer.</p>
<p>Our client should be consulted on the training materials to ensure their appropriateness to the project context.</p>
<p><strong>5.1 Additional Information</strong></p>
<p>our client will provide the consultant with all project related documents, names of locations to target, support on the ground with contacts to relevant stakeholders as well as continuous support through weekly status meetings and an induction session</p>
<p>The estimated work period is 20 days.</p>
<p>The consultant will be remunerated on the basis of a daily rate of XX USD or a total of XX USD for the 20 day period.</p>
<p>The potential consultant should have local experience as well as presence in Aden, Yemen.</p>
<p><strong>6.1 Schedule of Payment</strong></p>
<p>The payment schedule for the assignment will be as follows:</p>
<p># Deliverables Due date Payment %</p>
<ol>
<li>Integrated technical training package (PowerPoint, simplified manuals, checklists, fault-finding charts). Materials must align with manufacturer specs and WHO/UNICEF standards. Week 2 20%</li>
<li>Record of commissioning protocols performed during practical sessions. Week 3 30%</li>
<li>Final technical report including trainee performance evaluation and equipment sustainabil recommendations. </li></ol></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p><b>Academic</b>: Bachelor s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning).</p>
<p>Technical Experience: Minimum 5 years of practical experience in installing and maintaining complex refrigeration systems (Walk-in Freezers/Cold Rooms - WIF/WIC) and control systems.</p>
<p>Training Experience: Proven experience (min. 3 years) in technical/fi eld training using various methods (theoretical, practical, workshops, simulations).</p>
<p>Standards Knowledge: Full familiarity with WHO and UNICEF standards for cold chain equipment and vaccine storage.</p>
<p>Effective Vaccine Management (EVM) Experience: The consultant must understand that cold rooms are life-saving systems, not just "cooling equipment." Experience in EVM is required to ensure:</p>
<ul>
<li>Vaccines are not exposed to excessive heat due to malfunctions.</li>
<li>Freeze-sensitive vaccines are not exposed to sub-zero temperatures due to poor thermal distribution or settings.</li>
<li>Ability to make rapid technical decisions during breakdowns to prevent stock loss.</li>
</ul>
<p>Material Familiarity: Preference for trainers who participated in developing the training materials (toolkits, manuals, checklists) to ensure local context relevance.</p><p></p></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & 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 & 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>
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<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> <ol> <li> <p><strong>Project Description </strong></p><br></li> </ol> <p>Yemen’s southern coastline (spanning Shabwah, Hadramaut, Lahj, and Taiz governorates) is of immense global and regional ecological importance. This coastal zone lies at the confluence of the Red Sea and the western Indian Ocean, forming part of a globally significant marine ecosystem renowned for its rich mosaic of habitats, high species diversity, and many endemic species . Its waters sustain vibrant coral reefs, extensive seagrass beds, and scattered mangrove forests, which collectively harbor extraordinary biodiversity. More than 300 species of reef-building corals and 1,300+ species of fish inhabit the Red Sea–Gulf of Aden region, alongside ~170 bird species, 20 species of marine mammals, and countless invertebrates . Yemen’s shores provide critical nesting and feeding grounds for endangered five sea turtle species as well as vital stopover sites for seabirds and habitat for charismatic species like dolphins and reef sharks. Such natural wealth underpins the global conservation value of Yemen’s southern coast, marking it as an ecological hotspot that contributes significantly to the planet’s marine and coastal biodiversity heritage .</p><br> <p>Equally important is the role of these coastal and marine ecosystems in bolstering climate resilience and sustainable development for the region. Fringing coral reefs and mangrove-lined bays serve as natural storm barriers, protecting coastal communities from erosion and extreme weather by dissipating wave energy. In addition, healthy wetlands and coral reefs stabilize coastal line and sustain water quality, while extensive seagrass beds and coral nurseries support fisheries that are the lifeblood of local livelihoods. Indeed, Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) along this coastline have for generations depended on artisanal fisheries (supporting ~1.7 million people and employing 20% of coastal population) and mangrove wood harvesting for their sustenance and economic well-being. Many coastal villages derive their primary income and food security from the sea, meaning that intact ecosystems are directly tied to community resilience and cultural heritage . Moreover, community-led ecotourism initiatives are increasingly offering alternative livelihood opportunities that both generate income and reinforce economic importance of coastal and marine ecosystems.</p><br> <p>Yemen’s coastal ecosystems, despite their high conservation, economic and adaptation value, face escalating threats requiring urgent, targeted interventions. Habitat loss and degradation are already severe: e.g., mangrove cover in parts of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden has plummeted from approximately 40 km² in the late 1900s to around 19 km² by 2019, driven by logging, coastal construction, and unsustainable development . Overexploitation of marine resources continues unabated, depleting fish, invertebrate, and shark populations, and undermining marine ecosystem health: e.g., fish catches in Yemen have dramatically dropped—from approximately 400,000 tons in 1993 to just 50,000 tons in 2023 . Pollution further intensifies these pressures, including oil spills from tankers and plastic and solid waste accumulation on beaches, in mangroves, and lagoons. Meanwhile, climate change compounds these threats. Warming seas are fueling unprecedented coral bleaching affecting approximately 35% of the coral reefs in the Yemen waters . Additionally, rising sea levels are projected to inundate Yemen’s coastal landscapes, with up to 0.2 m of rise by 2050 and 0.67 m by 2100 in key areas like Aden, threatening mangroves, wetlands, infrastructure, and freshwater supplies . </p><br> <p>Yemen’s ability to address coastal 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. There are no Protected Areas established and no ongoing conservation initiatives in the Yemen’s southern coastline spanning Shabwah, Hadramaut, Lahj, and Taiz governorates.</p><br> <p>Without swift action, the region could suffer irreversible loss of species and the collapse of services that buffer communities from climate extremes. This critical situation justifies urgent GBFF investment to safeguard and restore Yemen’s coastal ecosystems. The proposed initiative is designed as a timely response that aligns with the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) Targets: it will promote integrated spatial planning (Target 1) to curb biodiversity loss, drive coastal ecosystem restoration of degraded mangroves, and lagoons (Target 2), expand conserved areas and ecological connectivity along the coast (Target 3) and ensures that conservation is coupled with the sustainable use of biodiversity by IPLCs (Target 5).</p><br> <p><strong>The GBFF project Objective and Strategies</strong></p><br> <p>The suggested project Objective is <i>to enhance biodiversity conservation in Yemen’s coastal governorates (Shabwah, Hadramaut, Lahj, and Taiz) by establishing protected area network, restoring critical coastal ecosystems, and empowering local communities. </i>The Objective is going to be achieved through implementation of four project strategies (Components):</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Component 1:</strong> <i>Strengthening coastal and marine ecosystem conservation in Yemen through the establishment of new Protected Areas; </i></li> <li><strong>Component 2: </strong><i>Restoration of coastal ecosystem having high biodiversity conservation, economic, and adaptation value</i>;</li> <li><strong>Component 3:</strong> <i>Blue and green livelihoods for coastal IPLCs contributing to biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration</i>; and</li> <li><strong>Component 4: </strong><i>Awareness campaign, knowledge management, and lessons learning</i>. </li> </ul> <p>UNDP seeks to recruit an Admin and Finance Associate to support the implementation of the project described above. </p><br> <p><strong>2- Scope of Work </strong></p><br> <p>Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Admin & Finance Associate will provide support and services ensuring high quality, accuracy, and consistency of work. He/She will work in close collaboration with the project staff, operations, and programme as required to exchange information and support project delivery. She/he will provide administrative, financial, and programmatic support as guided by the Project Manager.</p><br> <p><strong>Summary of Key Functions:</strong></p><br> <p>1. Financial Management and Implementation of Operational Strategies.</p><br> <p>2. Provide administrative, travel and logistical support.</p><br> <p>3. Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge.</p><br> <p>4. Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment.</p><br> <strong>1-Financial Management and Implementation of Operational Strategies:</strong> <br> <ul> <li>Ensure full compliance with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, and policies of financial activities, financial recording/reporting system, and follow-up on audit recommendations; implementation of effective internal controls, and proper functioning of a client-oriented financial resources management system.</li> <li>Support the CO administrative business processes mapping and elaboration of the internal standard operating procedures (SOPs).</li> <li>Ensure control of the supporting documents for payments, prepare documents for vendors in Quantum; assistance in managing the project management and payments.</li> <li>Maintain the internal expenditure control system, which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Quantum and that travel claims and other entitlements are duly processed.</li> <li>Take timely corrective actions on un-posted vouchers, including vouchers with budget check errors.</li> <li>Oversee the overall financial management of the project.</li> <li>Maintain a complete set of books of account according to the principle of accounting and update it daily. Ensure the accuracy of supporting documents.</li> <li>Monitor budget implementation and determine/recommend reallocation of funds when and where necessary.</li> <li>Follow up on activities and monitor advances balances and verify availability of funds for project activities.</li> <li>Verify the accuracy of Combined Delivery Reports.</li> <li>Prepare monthly shadow budget for tracking the delivery of the project.</li> <li>Serve as audit focal person. Manage annual audit exercise, prepare necessary documents, prepare audit follow-up action plans, and ensure that the action plan is implemented.</li> <li>Prepare timely and accurate Quarterly Expenditure Reports to be attached to Progress Reports.</li> <li>Provide support in preparing annual and quarterly work plans and budgets in consultation with the Project Manager.</li> <li>Enter accurately the Annual Work Plan (AWP) and subsequent budget revisions along with Multi-Year Budgets in Quantum for endorsement by the Country Office.</li> <li>Prepare and modify budgets for the project.</li> <li>Support in implementing of harmonized approach to cash transfer (HACT) with Responsible Parties to implement project activities.</li> <li>Analyze budget and expenditure and suggest measures to improve delivery, as required.</li> <li>Undertake physical verification of all assets and update records.</li> <li>Assist in undertaking all tasks related to ensure proper documentation for timely audit of the project.</li> <li>Maintain accurate financial and personnel records of the project as required by the project.</li> <li>Manage all correspondence related to finance-related matters.</li> </ul> <br> <strong>2- Provide administrative, travel and logistical support:</strong> <br> <ul> <li>Maintain files related to personnel, finance, procurement, administrative, logistical, project matters.</li> <li>Manage procurement processes, including but not limited to drawing up specifications for the equipment as per project requirements; maintain and update an inventory and ensure proper operation, maintenance.</li> <li>Provide administrative support to organization of conferences, workshops, and trainings.</li> <li>Arrange travel and hotel reservations, preparation of travel authorizations.</li> <li>Prepare and handle the routine correspondence related to general administration, procurement, security and personnel matters, faxes, memoranda and reports in accordance with UNDP rules and procedures.</li> <li>Management of project documentation.</li> <li>Collect and review financial reports and any supporting documents submitted by responsible parties of the UNDP component.</li> <li>Manage document/ filing control procedures (both hard copy and electronic filing) for all reports, project narrative and financial documents, knowledge products.</li> <li>Compile, copy and file all project reports.</li> <li>Perform other duties related to personnel, administrative and financial issues of project as required.</li> </ul> <br> <strong>3-Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge:</strong> <br> <ul> <li>Participate in the organization of training for the office staff on programme/operations related issues.</li> <li>Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice</li> </ul> <br> <strong>4- Support Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment:</strong> <br> <ul> <li>Support gender mainstreaming in the implementation of admin and finance policies and regulations.</li> <li>Support the institutional and technical capacity of the project team and stakeholders on gender responsive operations.</li> <li>Ensure coordination with the gender officer/focal points to dedicate and keep track of the required gender expenditures to the unit.</li> </ul> <br> The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that: <br> <ul> <li>Human rights and gender equality is prioritized as an ethical principle within all actions.</li> <li>Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with “Social and Environmental Standards of UNDP”.</li> <li>Any kind of diversities based on ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, class, and gender are respected within all implementations including data production.</li> <li>Differentiated needs of women and men are considered.</li> <li>Necessary arrangements to provide gender parity within all committees, meetings, trainings etc. introduced.</li> </ul> <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> <p><strong>3- Institutional Arrangements</strong></p><br> <p>The Admin & Finance Associate will be based in UNDP’s sub-office in Aden.</p><br> <p><strong>5. Competencies</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Complete the Competencies section for each set of competencies as follows:</strong></p><br> <strong>Core</strong> <br> <p><strong>Achieve Results:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>LEVEL 1: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work</li> <li>LEVEL 1: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Think Innovatively:</strong></p><br> <br> <p><strong>Learn Continuously</strong></p><br> <ul> <li> LEVEL 1: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Adapt with Agility </strong></p><br> <ul> <li> LEVEL 1: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Act with Determination </strong> <ul> <li> LEVEL 1: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Engage and Partner</strong></p><br> <ul> <li> LEVEL 1: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p><br> <ul> <li> LEVEL 1: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making </li> </ul> <br> <p><i><strong>People Management (Insert below standard sentence if the position has direct reports.) N/A</strong></i></p><br> <br> <br> <p><i><strong>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies </strong></i></p><br> <i><strong>Thematic Area</strong></i> <i><strong>Name</strong></i> <i><strong>Definition</strong></i> <br> <i><strong>Cross-Functional Competencies</strong></i> <br> II. Business Management Project Management Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals <br> Risk Management Ability to identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively managing risks. <br> Resource Management Ability to allocate and use resources in a strategic or tactical way in line with principles of accountability and integrity <br> <i><strong>Technical Competencies</strong></i> <br> Finance Budget management Ability to support budgetary aspects of work planning process, drawing and management of team budgets <br> Finance Financial reporting and analysis Understands changes in regulatory, legal and ethical frameworks and standards for financial reporting in the public sector. Ability to extract, evaluate financial data, derive relevant findings and present them in a meaningful and coherent manner to facilitate effective decision making and performance monitoring. Understands the benefits of integrated reporting, including non-financial resources such as human, social and intellectual capital, and environmental and governance performance <br> Finance Anti-fraud and anti-bribery and corruption Anti-bribery and corruption: Understands the policy and best practice relating to anti-bribery and corruption controls and ensures these are implemented and widely understood within the organization. Anti-fraud: Understands the fraud risks faced by public bodies and is able to effectively analyse data to support fraud identification and fraud risk management; understands the fraud risks faced by public bodies and is able to conduct fraud risk assessment and response plan <br> Finance Audit risk management Ability to address audit issues raised in the course of an audit and propose solutions in order to ensure a true and fair audit opinion is achieved. <br> <p><strong>4- Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA</strong></p><br> <strong>Education requirements</strong> <ul> <li>Secondary education is required, OR</li> <li>A university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in accounting/finance, administrative, economics or relevant related field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Min. years of relevant work experience </strong> Minimum 7 years (with secondary education) or 4 years (with a Bachelor’s degree) of progressive relevant experience in the field of finance and administration is required. <br> <strong>Required skills </strong> <ul> <li>Proven ability to use information and communication technology (ICT) as a tool and resource, experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages is required.</li> <li>Experience with resource management systems such as Quantum, Atlas ..etc</li> <li>Experience in handling web-based management systems is required.</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Desired skills in addition to the co</strong> </div>
<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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<p>Job Identification - 34284</p><br>
<p>Posting Date - 17/05/2026, 12:35</p><br>
<p>Apply Before - 25/05/2026, 04:59</p><br>
<p>Job Schedule - Full time</p><br>
<p>Locations - Aden, Yemen</p><br>
<p>Agency - UNDP</p><br>
<p>Grade - NPSA-7</p><br>
<p>Vacancy Type - National Personnel Service Agreement</p><br>
<p>Practice Area - Nature, Climate and Energy</p><br>
<p>Bureau - Regional Bureau for Arab States</p><br>
<p>Contract Duration - 1 Year</p><br>
<p>Education & Work Experience - Bachelor's Degree - 4 year(s) experience OR High School certificate- 7 year(s) experience</p><br>
<p>Required Languages - Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and oral</p><br>
<p>Vacancy Timeline - 1 Week</p><br>
<p>Mobility required/no mobility - no mobility required</p><br> <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>
<p>Tier 0: 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.</p><br>
<p>Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</p><br>
<p>Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</p><br>
<p>Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</p><br>
<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>Project Description</strong></p><br>
<p>Yemen’s southern coastline (spanning Shabwah, Hadramaut, Lahj, and Taiz governorates) is of immense global and regional ecological importance. This coastal zone lies at the confluence of the Red Sea and the western Indian Ocean, forming part of a globally significant marine ecosystem renowned for its rich mosaic of habitats, high species diversity, and many endemic species . Its waters sustain vibrant coral reefs, extensive seagrass beds, and scattered mangrove forests, which collectively harbor extraordinary biodiversity. More than 300 species of reef-building corals and 1,300+ species of fish inhabit the Red Sea–Gulf of Aden region, alongside ~170 bird species, 20 species of marine mammals, and countless invertebrates . Yemen’s shores provide critical nesting and feeding grounds for endangered five sea turtle species as well as vital stopover sites for seabirds and habitat for charismatic species like dolphins and reef sharks. Such natural wealth underpins the global conservation value of Yemen’s southern coast, marking it as an ecological hotspot that contributes significantly to the planet’s marine and coastal biodiversity heritage .</p><br>
<p>Equally important is the role of these coastal and marine ecosystems in bolstering climate resilience and sustainable development for the region. Fringing coral reefs and mangrove-lined bays serve as natural storm barriers, protecting coastal communities from erosion and extreme weather by dissipating wave energy. In addition, healthy wetlands and coral reefs stabilize coastal line and sustain water quality, while extensive seagrass beds and coral nurseries support fisheries that are the lifeblood of local livelihoods. Indeed, Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) along this coastline have for generations depended on artisanal fisheries (supporting ~1.7 million people and employing 20% of coastal population) and mangrove wood harvesting for their sustenance and economic well-being. Many coastal villages derive their primary income and food security from the sea, meaning that intact ecosystems are directly tied to community resilience and cultural heritage . Moreover, community-led ecotourism initiatives are increasingly offering alternative livelihood opportunities that both generate income and reinforce economic importance of coastal and marine ecosystems.</p><br>
<p>Yemen’s coastal ecosystems, despite their high conservation, economic and adaptation value, face escalating threats requiring urgent, targeted interventions. Habitat loss and degradation are already severe: e.g., mangrove cover in parts of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden has plummeted from approximately 40 km² in the late 1900s to around 19 km² by 2019, driven by logging, coastal construction, and unsustainable development . Overexploitation of marine resources continues unabated, depleting fish, invertebrate, and shark populations, and undermining marine ecosystem health: e.g., fish catches in Yemen have dramatically dropped—from approximately 400,000 tons in 1993 to just 50,000 tons in 2023 . Pollution further intensifies these pressures, including oil spills from tankers and plastic and solid waste accumulation on beaches, in mangroves, and lagoons. Meanwhile, climate change compounds these threats. Warming seas are fueling unprecedented coral bleaching affecting approximately 35% of the coral reefs in the Yemen waters . Additionally, rising sea levels are projected to inundate Yemen’s coastal landscapes, with up to 0.2 m of rise by 2050 and 0.67 m by 2100 in key areas like Aden, threatening mangroves, wetlands, infrastructure, and freshwater supplies .</p><br>
<p>Yemen’s ability to address coastal 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. There are no Protected Areas established and no ongoing conservation initiatives in the Yemen’s southern coastline spanning Shabwah, Hadramaut, Lahj, and Taiz governorates.</p><br>
<p>Without swift action, the region could suffer irreversible loss of species and the collapse of services that buffer communities from climate extremes. This critical situation justifies urgent GBFF investment to safeguard and restore Yemen’s coastal ecosystems. The proposed initiative is designed as a timely response that aligns with the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) Targets: it will promote integrated spatial planning (Target 1) to curb biodiversity loss, drive coastal ecosystem restoration of degraded mangroves, and lagoons (Target 2), expand conserved areas and ecological connectivity along the coast (Target 3) and ensures that conservation is coupled with the sustainable use of biodiversity by IPLCs (Target 5).</p><br>
<p><strong>The GBFF project Objective and Strategies</strong></p><br>
<p>The suggested project Objective is to enhance biodiversity conservation in Yemen’s coastal governorates (Shabwah, Hadramaut, Lahj, and Taiz) by establishing protected area network, restoring critical coastal ecosystems, and empowering local communities. The Objective is going to be achieved through implementation of four project strategies (Components):</p><br>
<p>Component 1: Strengthening coastal and marine ecosystem conservation in Yemen through the establishment of new Protected Areas;</p><br>
<p>Component 2: Restoration of coastal ecosystem having high biodiversity conservation, economic, and adaptation value;</p><br>
<p>Component 3: Blue and green livelihoods for coastal IPLCs contributing to biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration; and</p><br>
<p>Component 4: Awareness campaign, knowledge management, and lessons learning.</p><br>
<p>UNDP seeks to recruit an Admin and Finance Associate to support the implementation of the project described above.</p><br>
<p><strong>2- Scope of Work</strong></p><br>
<p>Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Admin & Finance Associate will provide support and services ensuring high quality, accuracy, and consistency of work. He/She will work in close collaboration with the project staff, operations, and programme as required to exchange information and support project delivery. She/he will provide administrative, financial, and programmatic support as guided by the Project Manager.</p><br>
<p><strong>Summary of Key Functions:</strong></p><br>
<p>1. Financial Management and Implementation of Operational Strategies.</p><br> <p>2. Provide administrative, travel and logistical support.</p><br> <p>3. Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge.</p><br> <p>4. Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment.</p><br>
<p><strong>1-Financial Management and Implementation of Operational Strategies:</strong></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Ensure full compliance with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, and policies of financial activities, financial recording/reporting system, and follow-up on audit recommendations; implementation of effective internal controls, and proper functioning of a client-oriented financial resources management system.</li>
<li>Support the CO administrative business processes mapping and elaboration of the internal standard operating procedures (SOPs).</li>
<li>Ensure control of the supporting documents for payments, prepare documents for vendors in Quantum; assistance in managing the project management and payments.</li>
<li>Maintain the internal expenditure control system, which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Quantum and that travel claims and other entitlements are duly processed.</li>
<li>Take timely corrective actions on un-posted vouchers, including vouchers with budget check errors.</li>
<li>Oversee the overall financial management of the project.</li>
<li>Maintain a complete set of books of account according to the principle of accounting and update it daily. Ensure the accuracy of supporting documents.</li>
<li>Monitor budget implementation and determine/recommend reallocation of funds when and where necessary.</li>
<li>Follow up on activities and monitor advances balances and verify availability of funds for project activities.</li>
<li>Verify the accuracy of Combined Delivery Reports.</li>
<li>Prepare monthly shadow budget for tracking the delivery of the project.</li>
<li>Serve as audit focal person. Manage annual audit exercise, prepare necessary documents, prepare audit follow-up action plans, and ensure that the action plan is implemented.</li>
<li>Prepare timely and accurate Quarterly Expenditure Reports to be attached to Progress Reports.</li>
<li>Provide support in preparing annual and quarterly work plans and budgets in consultation with the Project Manager.</li>
<li>Enter accurately the Annual Work Plan (AWP) and subsequent budget revisions along with Multi-Year Budgets in Quantum for endorsement by the Country Office.</li>
<li>Prepare and modify budgets for the project.</li>
<li>Support in implementing of harmonized approach to cash transfer (HACT) with Responsible Parties to implement project activities.</li>
<li>Analyze budget and expenditure and suggest measures to improve delivery, as required.</li>
<li>Undertake physical verification of all assets and update records.</li>
<li>Assist in undertaking all tasks related to ensure proper documentation for timely audit of the project.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate financial and personnel records of the project as required by the project.</li>
<li>Manage all correspondence related to finance-related matters.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>2- Provide administrative, travel and logistical support:</strong></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Maintain files related to personnel, finance, procurement, administrative, logistical, project matters.</li>
<li>Manage procurement processes, including but not limited to drawing up specifications for the equipment as per project requirements; maintain and update an inventory and ensure proper operation, maintenance.</li>
<li>Provide administrative support to organization of conferences, workshops, and trainings.</li>
<li>Arrange travel and hotel reservations, preparation of travel authorizations.</li>
<li>Prepare and handle the routine correspondence related to general administration, procurement, security and personnel matters, faxes, memoranda and reports in accordance with UNDP rules and procedures.</li>
<li>Management of project documentation.</li>
<li>Collect and review financial reports and any supporting documents submitted by responsible parties of the UNDP component.</li>
<li>Manage document/ filing control procedures (both hard copy and electronic filing) for all reports, project narrative and financial documents, knowledge products.</li>
<li>Compile, copy and file all project reports.</li>
<li>Perform other duties related to personnel, administrative and financial issues of project as required.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>3-Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge:</strong></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Participate in the organization of training for the office staff on programme/operations related issues.</li>
<li>Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>4- Support Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment:</strong></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Support gender mainstreaming in the implementation of admin and finance policies and regulations.</li>
<li>Support the institutional and technical capacity of the project team and stakeholders on gender responsive operations.</li>
<li>Ensure coordination with the gender officer/focal points to dedicate and keep track of the required gender expenditures to the unit.</li>
<li>The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that:</li>
<li>Human rights and gender equality is prioritized as an ethical principle within all actions.</li>
<li>Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with “Social and Environmental Standards of UNDP”.</li>
<li>Any kind of diversities based on ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, class, and gender are respected within all implementations including data production.</li>
<li>Differentiated needs of women and men are considered.</li>
<li>Necessary arrangements to provide gender parity within all committees, meetings, trainings etc. introduced.</li>
<li>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>3- Institutional Arrangements</strong></p><br>
<ul>
<li>The Admin & Finance Associate will be based in UNDP’s sub-office in Aden.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>5. Competencies</strong></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Complete the Competencies section for each set of competencies as follows:</li>
</ul>
<p>Core </p><br>
<p><strong>Achieve Results:</strong></p><br>
<p>LEVEL 1: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work</p><br>
<p>LEVEL 1: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking</p><br>
<p><strong>Think Innovatively:</strong></p><br>
<p>Learn Continuously</p><br>
<p>LEVEL 1: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning</p><br>
<p>Adapt with Agility</p><br>
<p>LEVEL 1: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process</p><br>
<p>Act with Determination </p><br>
<p> LEVEL 1: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously</p><br>
<p>Engage and Partner</p><br>
<p>LEVEL 1: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships</p><br>
<p>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</p><br>
<p>LEVEL 1: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making</p><br>
<p>People Management (Insert below standard sentence if the position has direct reports.) N/A</p><br>
<p>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies</p><br>
<p>Thematic Area Name Definition</p><br>
<p>Cross-Functional Competencies</p><br>
<p>II. Business Management Project Management Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals</p><br>
<p>Risk Management Ability to identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively managing risks.</p><br>
<p>Resource Management Ability to allocate and use resources in a strategic or tactical way in line with principles of accountability and integrity</p><br>
<p>Technical Competencies</p><br>
<p>Finance Budget management Ability to support budgetary aspects of work planning process, drawing and management of team budgets</p><br>
<p>Finance Financial reporting and analysis Understands changes in regulatory, legal and ethical frameworks and standards for financial reporting in the public sector. Ability to extract, evaluate financial data, derive relevant findings and present them in a meaningful and coherent manner to facilitate effective decision making and performance monitoring. Understands the benefits of integrated reporting, including non-financial resources such as human, social and intellectual capital, and environmental and governance performance</p><br>
<p>Finance Anti-fraud and anti-bribery and corruption Anti-bribery and corruption: Understands the policy and best practice relating to anti-bribery and corruption controls and ensures these are implemented and widely understood within the organization. Anti-fraud: Understands the fraud risks faced by public bodies and is able to effectively analyse data to support fraud identification and fraud risk management; understands the fraud risks faced by public bodies and is able to conduct fraud risk assessment and response plan</p><br>
<p>Finance Audit risk management Ability to address audit issues raised in the course of an audit and propose solutions in order to ensure a true and fair audit opinion is achieved.</p><br>
<p><strong>4- Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA</strong></p><br>
<p>Education requirements </p><br>
<p>Secondary education is required, OR</p><br>
<p>A university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in accounting/finance, administrative, economics or relevant related field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.</p><br>
<p>Min. years of relevant work experience Minimum 7 years (with secondary education) or 4 years (with a Bachelor’s degree) of progressive relevant experience in the field of finance and administration is required.</p><br>
<p><strong>Required skills </strong> </p><br>
<ul>
<li>Proven ability to use information and communication technology (ICT) as a tool and resource, experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages is required.</li>
<li>Experience with resource management systems such as Quantum, Atlas ..etc</li>
<li>Experience in handling web-based management systems is required.</li>
<li>Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section </li>
<li>Knowledge of UNDP programme management procedures and policies, including experience with Atlas/quantum or similar system (Resource Management System) is an asset.</li>
<li>Knowledge and working experience with UNDP, the United Nations system, and INGOs particularly with emergency and recovery programme, is a strong an asset.</li>
<li>Budgeting and financial reporting is a strong asset</li>
<li>Project Finance management is an asset</li>
<li>Procurement and admin support is a strong asset</li>
<li>Knowledge in biodiversity is a a strong advantage</li>
</ul>
<p>Required Language(s) Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and oral</p><br>
<p>Professional Certificates N/A</p><br>
<p><strong>5- The following documents shall be required from the applicants:</strong></p><br>
<p>Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and t</p> </div>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Background ICLA and Protection programme in NRC Yemen aim to support conflict-affected, displaced and vulnerable populations through integrated protection services, legal assistance, information dissemination, counselling and community-based protection interventions. The ICLA and Protection Officer Yemen Aden is responsible for leading and coordinating implementation of programme activities in the designated areas of operation. Resource Pools (hereafter pool) gather staff in one common team which is organised and managed (but not necessarily physically located) at Head Office. The purpose of pooling is to improve efficiency, equity, access and flexibility. The teams should ensure that all regional staff and country offices have predictable access to the same services and deliver them in an efficient way.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Bachelor s degree in law, Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related fields.</li><li>Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in protection, Legal aid or humanitarian programming.</li><li>Experience in case management, protection monitoring, and community-based approaches.</li><li>Strong communication, reporting, and analytical skills.</li><li>Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic and English.</li><li>Understanding of legal and protection issues in Yemen.</li><li>Experience working with IDPs, refugees and vulnerable populations.</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.</li><li>Knowledge of humanitarian principles and protection standards.</li><li>Handling insecure environments</li><li>Planning and delivering results</li><li>Working with people</li><li>Analysing</li><li>Communicating with impact and respect</li><li>Empowering and building trust</li></ul><p></p></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & 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.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>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</p><p></p></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>What we are looking for Are you passionate about protecting the rights of displaced populations and driving meaningful humanitarian impact? We're looking for a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise in legal protection and HLP , humanitarian coordination experience working in difficult/complex humanitarian settings and the ability to influence and inspire others. If you enjoy combining technical leadership with advocacy, partnership building, and programme development, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of people affected by displacement. Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Yemen is offering a unique opportunity to shape one of its programmes in the country.</p><p>What you will do As the ICLA Specialist , you won't just manage a programme you'll set the strategic direction for NRC's Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) portfolio across the country. You'll lead technical excellence, strengthen programme quality, mentor and develop high-performing teams, and influence national protection responses through coordination with UN agencies, donors, government counterparts, and humanitarian partners. This role offers the opportunity to:</p><ul><li>Lead the development and implementation of NRC's national ICLA strategy in Yemen.</li><li>Shape humanitarian responses by co-leading the national Housing, Land and Property Working Group and the Legal Aid Technical Working Group alongside UNHCR and representation of NRC in Yemen.</li><li>Influence policy and advocacy on critical issues such as housing, land and property rights, civil documentation, and access to justice for internally displaced people and returnees.</li><li>Drive programme innovation by integrating ICLA across Shelter, Education, Site Management, and Protection programming.</li><li>Strengthen organisational capacity by coaching technical teams, developing guidance and training materials, and embedding best practices across the programme.</li><li>Build strategic donor relationships , contribute to resource mobilisation.</li><li>Ensure high-quality programme delivery by providing technical support, mentorship, coaching, and induction of ICLA staff and overseeing adherence to NRC policies and donor requirements.</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>Bachelor s degree in law, human rights, international relations, political sciences or equivalent. Minimum 5 years of experience within protection, legal protection and HLP issues. Demonstrated understanding of humanitarian principles and minimum protection standards, humanitarian coordination mechanisms, applying protection standards to vulnerable communities. Knowledge of relevant concepts of international refugee and human rights law and understanding of protection principles. Expertise in HLP rights, IDPs /refugee related programmes. Experience in coordination and liaison with external actors. Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Arabic language skills are an added advantage. Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.</p><p></p></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><b>Generic Responsibilities</b></p> <ul> <li><p>Uphold and promote NRC values, code of conduct and Humanitarian Principles</p> </li> <li><p>Gives support to relevant NRC staff in developing and maintaining good relationships with local authorities and officials.</p> </li> <li><p>Actively promote gender awareness and protection and where the situation demands it be a champion for gender and protection.</p> </li> <li><p>Attend coordination meetings with official stakeholders, record meeting minutes and report back to management.</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Key responsibilities</b></p> <p>Overall coordination in representing NRC with the Government entities and other key stakeholders in the targeted areas including fostering healthy and effective relationship with them:</p> <ul> <li><p>Assist in the development and implementation of NRC stakeholders engagement plan to ensure the organization is compliant with local laws and regulations as well as is actively inclusively involving relevant official stakeholders. </p> </li> <li><p>In collaboration with the line manager and the Access Adviser, contribute to the development and implementation of NRC access and negotiation strategies and plans to ensure continued as well as sustained access of NRC s services to the people we serve.</p> </li> <li><p>Lead in the preparation, submission and signing of NRC agreements with authorities; including, Principle Agreement, Sub-Agreements and MoUs.</p> </li> <li><p>Lead in preparation, submission and approving of Project/activities modification, top ups and Separate activities permits, </p> </li> <li><p>Compile and submit the required monthly/quarterly/biannual and annual reports to relevant government authorities, ensuring adherence to NRC s policies, procedure, and donor requirements.</p> </li> <li><p>Lead in Identifying key contacts in relevant government ministries; and develop and maintain good working relationships as well as negotiation with them and the institutions they represent.</p> </li> <li><p>Lead in preparation, submission and signing of NRC Data Collection tools and approvals.</p> </li> <li><p>Obtain legal, fiscal, and administrative information (including, but not limited to documents) from local authorities; and share with relevant NRC staff and partner organizations as may be applicable.</p></li> <li><p>From time-to-time translates documents from English to Arabic and/or from Arabic to English, to ensure they are fit for the intended purpose and audience and/or edit complex technical materials. </p> </li> <li><p>Ensure the sub-agreement tracker and assessment tools tracker are updated and shared with all relevant staff.</p> </li> <li><p>Lead and accompany senior NRC staff to meetings with government entities as well as field visits whenever demanded including interpretation/translation process and documentation of meeting notes.</p> </li> <li><p> Support HR/Admin on submission of and follow up on VISA applications, exit/entry visas, residence permits, and work permits for international staff.</p> </li> <li><p>Coordinate timely and accurate response to government orders, information, documents, and letters related to NRC s program.</p> </li> <li><p>Maintain a complete, up-to-date, and orderly archive for all sub-agreement, reports and official communication with authorities, both in hard copies and electronically, in accordance with NRC filing systems, and in accordance with principles of effective document management.</p> </li> <li><p>From time to time conduct supportive field visits to Area and field offices and other project activities; and produce back-to-office reports within one week and provide support when needed.</p> </li> <li><p>Assist in maintaining awareness of relevant governmental laws, policies and procedures that has significant impact on NRC s operation in the targeted areas.</p> </li> <li><p>Support the line manager in engaging with relevant authorities, assisting in communication and coordination efforts as needed to ensure effective collaboration and compliance with local regulations. </p> </li> <li><p>Any other tasks as assigned by the line manager. </p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Learning:</b></p> <ul> <li><p>Support the documentation, archiving, and dissemination of lessons learned and best practices related to liaison, coordination, reporting, and engagement with authorities through maintaining and updating relevant tracking tools.</p> </li> <li><p>Ensure key lessons and operational challenges related to sub agreements, reporting processes, and coordination with authorities are captured, documented, and regularly shared with relevant NRC teams.</p> </li> <li><p>Support the integration of lessons learned into future liaison and coordination processes to strengthen operational efficiency, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.</p> </li> <li><p>Facilitate regular reflection and learning discussions with relevant departments to promote continuous improvement in liaison processes, communication with authorities, and management of agreements and reporting requirements.</p> </li> </ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p><span>University degree in public or business administration or other relevant social sciences.</span></p> <ul> <li><p><span>2-3 years experience from working in government relations for a humanitarian organization</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Experience of liaison and representation with senior level authorities</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Demonstrated diplomatic communication skills with ability to build a strong network with a variety of stakeholders</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Able to do required regular travel within a designated Local Authority area and may also require travel outside the area, thus flexibility is required to meet this need as it appears</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Ability to engage and influence government authorities and its departments to achieve results.</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively advocate on behalf of NRC.</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Native Arabic speaker and advanced English language skills</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Knowledge of humanitarian principles, standards and other humanitarian related issues.</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Demonstrated high attention to details.</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Demonstrated competencies in drafting letters in Arabic</span></p> </li> </ul> <p></p> <p><i>The following are essential for this position:</i></p> <ul> <li><p><span>Handling insecure environments</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Planning and delivering results</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Empowering and building trust</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Emotionally intelligent</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Ability to absorb complex written and verbal information and communicate effectively.</span></p> </li> <li><p><span>Ability to strengthen effective working relationships at all levels.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p></p> <p>Liaison Officer will primarily be responsible for coordinating sub-agreements and MoUs with authorities, mandatory as well as ad hoc reporting to authorities, and problem solving in relation to sub-agreements and reports.</p><p></p></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>The RRM Information Management Officer position sits within NRC s Rapid Response Mechanism, a critical emergency response modality designed to deliver timely, multi-sectoral lifesaving assistance to populations affected by sudden-onset crises. The RRM Information Management Officer supports the implementation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of information management systems for NRC s Rapid Response Mechanism. The role ensures that data collection, databases, dashboards, analysis, and reporting are delivered in a timely, accurate, and protection-sensitive manner to strengthen programme quality, accountability to affected populations, and evidence based decision making during rapid emergency responses.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Information Management, preferably in humanitarian emergency or Rapid Response Mechanism settings.</li><li>Strong experience with mobile data collection tools (Kobo Toolbox, ODK, Survey123) and data visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau).</li><li>Proven ability to produce high-quality dashboards, maps, and analytical reports under tight deadlines.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in information technology, Statistics, Information Management or Computer Science.</li><li>Previous working experience in implementing digital and technology-enabled programming in emergency programme cycle (e.g. with mobile money ecosystems).</li><li>Experience in contributing to participatory discussions, learning workshops, and capacity-building activities.</li><li>Fluency in English, both written and verbal.</li></ul><p><strong>Behavioural Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Strategic thinking</li><li>Working with people</li><li>Analysing</li><li>Communication with impact and respect</li><li>Coping with change</li></ul><p><strong>Generic Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the implementation and daily management of RRM IM/Digital systems and databases.</li><li>Provide technical troubleshooting and improvements for RRM digital platforms and dashboards.</li><li>Ensure compliance with NRC s information security and data protection policies.</li><li>Support integration of RRM IM/Digital systems with MEAL, Community Feedback Mechanisms (CFM), and programme tools.</li><li>Build capacity of NRC staff and partners on RRM IM/Digital practices.</li><li>Ensure quality, accuracy, and timely flow of information for reporting and decision-making.</li><li>Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures, and a specific responsibility for the RRM IM/Digital policies and procedures .</li></ul><p><strong>Specific Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, maintain, and regularly update RRM databases, dashboards, and information management systems (using tools such as Kobo Toolbox, Power BI, Excel, ActivityInfo, etc.).</li><li>Ensure timely data cleaning, validation, and quality control for all RRM data collected in the field.</li><li>Produce high-quality, timely information products including situation reports, dashboards, maps, infographics, and analytical briefs to support decision making by RRM and senior management.</li><li>Analyse displacement trends, sectoral needs, response gaps, and coverage to inform targeting and programme adaptation in real time.</li><li>Ensure effective data flow and coordination with relevant clusters, partners, and other NRC core competencies during RRM activations.</li><li>Support the development and roll-out of mobile data collection tools and processes adapted to rapid emergency contexts.</li><li>Maintain strict adherence to data protection standards and humanitarian principles, especially when handling sensitive information in insecure environments.</li><li>Provide technical IM support during RRM activations, including training of enumerators and troubleshooting field data issues under time pressure.</li><li>Contribute to lessons learned, after-action reviews, and continuous improvement of RRM information management processes.</li><li>Perform any other duties as assigned by the line manager in support of effective RRM implementation</li></ul><p><strong>Financial responsibility</strong>: IM/Digital budget lines: Budgeting, engaging, and monitoring budget lines allocated to IM/Digital activities that this position is in charge of, ensuring proper use and accountability of resources.</p><p><strong>Resources responsibility</strong>: DCH, CORE, IM and Digital systems</p><p>NRC People (People and Organisation Management System) for recruitment ( Team Leaders only ), performance management, and self-service matters</p><p>Unit 4 (finance)</p><p></p></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & 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>