Jobs at the united nations vacancies, Human Settlements Officer

Jobs at the united nations vacancies, Human Settlements Officer

Department_ Office:

United Nations Human Settlements Programme

Duty Place:

NAIROBI

Posting Time:

5 April 2013-4 June 2013

Number:

13-PGM-UNHABITAT-26012-R-NAIROBI (O)

Jobs at the united nations vacancies, Human Settlements Officer

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. This post is located in the recently established Research and Capacity Development Branch, formerly the Monitoring & Research Division.

Jobs at the united nations vacancies, Human Settlements Officer

Responsibilities
Under the general guidance of the Coordinator, Research and Capacity Development Branch and direct supervision of the Unit Leader of the Global Urban Observatory Unit, the incumbent will be perform the following functions.

1. Development of indicators and benchmarks for the thematic focus areas of the Medium-term strategic and Institutional Plan (MTSIP) by;
a) Preparing indicators for the thematic focus areas of the MTSIP.
b) Monitoring compliance of projects, outputs and activities.
c) Setting up a Result Based Management (RBM) system with benchmarking frameworks and adequate Logistical Framework Analysis (LFA) matrices that will ensure results-based monitoring and reporting.
d) Developing a business and marketing plan for flagship reports.
2. Management functions:
a) Providing managerial and leadership of staff in regards to work plan and strategies.
b) Providing guidance and supervision in the monitoring and evaluation of reports of UN-Habitat's
 programmes and projects implemented in selected countries and cities that are part of the enhanced Normative and Operational Framework.

c) Providing monitoring services to UN-Habitat's divisions, branches, sections and other UN agencies.
3. Coordination functions:
a) Promoting effective and continuous cooperation with UN-Habitat's divisions / branches to ensure smooth coordination in the use of indicators and benchmarks for the focus areas of the MTSIP.
b) Provide appropriate support to the use of city and slum indicators in UN-Habitat flagships and UN Secretary-General's Reports.
c) Develop collaborative working relations with UN-Habitat's regional offices and the newly established focus areas and other UN-agencies.
d) Establish systems and tools of measurement for city and slum indicators and assist in the monitoring and evaluation of specific programmes.
e) Peform other related duties as assigned.


 Jobs at the united nations vacancies, Human Settlements Officer

Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Urban / Spatial Planning, Architecture, Statistics, other social sciences or related field with focus on project design / evaluation, statistical data analysis. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrated up-to-date solid knowledge of quantitative methods of monitoring and assessment; Strong capacity to analyze and synthesize data and information; Ability to develop tools and instruments for the preparation of city and slum indicators; Ability to develop composite indices for monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects in cities.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Work Experience
Seven years of experience in quantitative data analysis relevant to monitoring of social, housing and economic issues. At least five years of experience in using statistical software to develop composite indices for monitoring and evaluation. Some experience in the field of international cooperation would be an added advantage.

Jobs at the united nations vacancies, Human Settlements Officer

Languages
English and French are the working languages ​​of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Working knowledge of other UN official languages ​​is desirable.

Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

Jobs at the united nations vacancies, Human Settlements Officer

Special Notice
Staff members are subject to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.

Jobs at the united nations vacancies, Human Settlements Officer

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