Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
Job Opening: Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
Job Opening ID: 222668
Job Network: Economic, Social and Development
Job Family: Programme Management
Category and Level: Professional and Higher Categories, P-3
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Department/Office: United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
Date Posted: Dec 5, 2023
Deadline: Jan 3, 2024
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Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
Org. Setting and Reporting: The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the central hub for coordinating global efforts to reduce disasters. This role is within the UNDRR Regional Office for Africa in Nairobi, reporting to the Deputy Chief of the UNDRR Regional Office. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation of the African Roadmap for Impact-based Early Warning Systems and Transboundary Risk Management. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
- Contribute to the identification of funding opportunities, preparation of proposals, and project management.
- Facilitate the design and development of training for hydro-meteorological modeling and early warning systems.
- Assist in the collection and management of data for monitoring the Sendai Framework. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
- Maintain contacts with partners and stakeholders, ensuring timely dissemination of relevant information.
- Contribute to the development of awareness campaigns for effective communication and use of early warning messages. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
- Support the development and implementation of coherent policy documents and various written outputs.
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Competencies:
- Professionalism in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and early warning systems.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data for decision-making.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
- Accountability in delivering outputs within prescribed time, cost, and quality standards. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
Education:
- Advanced university degree in relevant fields such as business administration, management, economics, physics, engineering, mathematics, or environmental science. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
Work Experience:
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management.
- Experience in the establishment and operationalization of impact-based Early Warning Systems. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
Languages:
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is desirable.
Assessment: Evaluation may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.
Special Notice: This is a project post, subject to the availability of funds and budgetary approval.
UN Values: The United Nations is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Considerations: Candidates with violations of international human rights law, humanitarian law, or other serious offenses will not be considered. Reasonable accommodation is provided for applicants with disabilities. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDR
No Fee: The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
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Org. Setting and Reporting: The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the central hub for coordinating global efforts to reduce disasters. This role is within the UNDRR Regional Office for Africa in Nairobi, reporting to the Deputy Chief of the UNDRR Regional Office. Programme Management Officer Position Now Open at the UNDRR
