Programme Implementation Support Analyst

Summary of Key Functions:

* Implementation of programme support strategies and activities
* Management of the CO implementation support programme and annual NIM audit exercises
* Creation of strategic partnerships for capacity development of national implementing partners
* Provision of top quality policy advice services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management
1. Ensures implementation of programme support strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

* Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country and preparation of substantive inputs to UNDAF, CPD, and other documents.
* Identification of areas for support and interventions within the area of programme implementation support
* CO business processes mapping and preparation of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Results Management.
2. Ensures effective management of the CO NIM audit and implementation support focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the following results:

* Ensures effective application of RBM tools within NIM projects and programmes, monitoring achievement of results.
* Serves as CO focal person for HACT and Coordinates HACT related activities
* Coordination of the annual NIM audit exercise including liaison with implementing partners, CO and Headquarters staff, analysis of responses to audit findings, follow up progress of action plans and their implementation, updating audit results on the CARDS website, and consultation with the audit office on reporting requirements. Design and formulation of NIM implementation support programme, translating UNDP’s priorities into local capacities in line with the PIM manual. Coordination of programme implementation support activities with the implementing agencies/partners. Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones.
* Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects, identification of substantive, operational and financial problems, development of solutions. Participation in audit of NIM projects.
* Aggregate reports are regularly prepared on activities, outputs and outcomes. Preparation of donor reports.
3. Ensures creation of strategic partnerships for implementation support focusing on achievement of the following results:

* Development of partnerships with Implementing Partners, UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society for effective programme Implementation Support based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs and donors’ priorities.
* Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.
4. Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

* Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country policy goals.
* Support to development of policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.
* Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
* Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

* Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
* Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
* Self-development, initiative-taking
* Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
* Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
* Creating synergies through self-control
* Managing conflict
* Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others
* Informed and transparent decision making
* Prince2 training and certification, RMG
Functional Competencies:

Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda

* Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UNDP’s mandate
Results-Based Programme Development and Management

* Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work
* Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration
* Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation
* Analyzes country situation to identify opportunities for project development
* Participates in the formulation of project proposals and ensures substantive rigor in the design and application of proven successful approaches and drafts proposals accordingly
Building Strategic Partnerships

* Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues
* Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders
Innovation and Marketing New Approaches

* Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things
* Documents and analyses innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches
Resource Mobilization

* Analyzes information/databases on potential and actual donors
* Develops a database of project profiles. Identifies opportunities for project proposals for presentation to donors
Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

* Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things
* Documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches
Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

* Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position
* Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks
* Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
* Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments
* Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments
Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals

* Identifies and communicates relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences
* Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for advocating for UNDP’s mandate
Client Orientation

* Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion
* Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
* Anticipates client needs and addresses them promptly

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