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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is seeking for qualified candidate to fill the following post:
Background: The Programme Associate would normally receive guidance from the more senior programme staff in the operation/bureau/division/unit. S/he may receive indirect guidance from other sections and units relevant to the country/region programme(s). UNHCR Manual, Operations Plans, UN and UNHCR financial/budgetary rules and regulations will guide the work of the Programme Associate. S/he is expected to stay abreast of the challenges posed by the operational context, the UN and humanitarian reform and institutional developments.
The incumbent is expected to have contacts within the organization and outside the duty station, as well as with partners and other stakeholders to collect information, monitor programme activities and implement administrative requirements. The incumbent will have to establish good working relationships with their peers at country level to facilitate the collection of information and other programme management related activities.
The incumbent is expected to work in line with the multi-functional team (MFT) approach as defined within the Program Manual, ensuring the participation of relevant stakeholders in all phases of the Program Management Cycle.
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Duties and responsibilities:
3. Monitoring and Progress Controls
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Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required: a. Education / Work Experience
6. Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Desirable
Functional Skills
Key Competencies
Planning and Organizing: Proven ability to plan and organize, establish priorities, manage and coordinate competing demands, and work to tight deadlines.
Technological Awareness: Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in spreadsheet applications, and relevant software packages, Communication: Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively, including ability to prepare reports and conduct presentations, articulating options concisely, conveying maximum information, making and defending recommendations. Ability to facilitate meetings/workshops in a participatory manner Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
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Only short listed candidates will be notified. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply Candidate Assessments may include a written examination followed by a Competency Based Interview.
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