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The Office of the Special Assistant to the President on MDGs (OSSAP-MDGs) with the support of UNDP seeks to recruit six zonal technical officers for this assignment.

Duties and Responsibilities
Provide technical support to the TAs within the Zone in identifying human resource needs within the institutions of participating Local Government for effective planning and implementation of MDGs-related activities.
Provide technical support to the TAs in applying a sector-by-sector needs assessment in the participating Local Government within the Zone for the achievement of the MDGs using instruments and tools provided.
Provide technical support to the TAs within the Zone in the identification and design of effective interventions to meet participating LGs needs. This will draw from a menu of interventions to be determined in agreement with States and LGAs.
Ensure that States and participating LGs within the Zone prepare and forward monthly, quarterly, yearly and other reports on a timely basis to OSSAP-MDGs and the Office of the Zonal Technical Officer.
Consolidate the reports Technical Assistants on the activities, progress and status of planning, implementation and monitoring of CGS in the participating LGAs within the zone.
Liaise with states, Local Governments and relevant bodies at the State and LG levels through existing mechanisms in order to share lessons and ensure the consistency of interventions.
Organise monthly (rotating) meetings of State MDGs/CGS Focal Persons and TAs within the Zone.
Coordinate and promote appropriate and targeted capacity building for staff of the Local Government within the zone in response to needs, or to facilitate/organize appropriate technical training and capacity building where needed.
Engage with a number of regional and global networks to connect Local Governments to the information and expertise of key partners including the UN, World Bank and Earth Institute.
Initiate and convene workshops with key stakeholders at the Zonal level to address emerging issues and challenges.

Results

Monthly report on activities, achievements and challenges submitted electronically to CGS Unit OSSAP MDGs according to a pre-defined template.
Consolidated Quarterly update on key progress indicators of all the participating LGAs within the Zone using computerised reporting system.
Minutes of the Zonal Meetings of Technical Assistants (the minutes should explain in detail challenges highlighted by TAs, action points, recommendations and any other specific issues discussed)
Consolidated Inception report on the institutional arrangements, key policy priorities and relevant data on the participating LGAs within the Zone.
Consolidated report on the activities of State PSUs and State Implementation Committees within the zone.
Annual report on activities, achievements, challenges and lessons learnt.
Proposed set of interventions addressing service gaps of all the participating LGAs within the Zone submitted to OSSAP-MDGs.

Competencies
Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Required Skills and Experience
Education:

Masters Degree in management or development-related discipline (sociology, economics, management, accountancy, public administration), and eight-years work experience in public or private organisations.
OR Bachelor’s degree in management or development-related discipline (sociology, economics, management, accountancy, public administration), and fifteen-years work experience in public or private organisations
Experience:

Experience in project management and report-writing.
Skills in effective teamwork, independent motivation, pro-active initiation of new ideas, communications, relationship building, and inclusive management.
Ability and experience in using core computer software – Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and email/internet.
Language Requirements:

Fluency in Written and Spoken English is essesntial

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Political Science, Public Administration or related Social Studies

EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 10 years experience at the national or international level in providing financial services and managing staff and accounting systems.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in development projects and project reporting, monitoring and evaluation
Familiarity of UN systems and/or the UNDP system, rules, procedures, reporting, monitoring and evaluation is not a requirement but will be an advantage
Experience in working with government agencies (central and local), civil society organizations and international organizations are an asset.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.


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Duties and Responsibilities

• Effective and efficient functioning of the DSS  office
• Effective communications and administrative support to the office
• Facilitation of knowledge building and management

• Management of the DSS office, ensuring an environment of professionalism and teamwork at all times, and setting exemplary standards of conduct for the  team;
• Efficient and discreet management of  the Chief Security Advisor’s schedules
• Organization of regular and ad-hoc meetings; preparation of minutes and summaries of actions to be taken; tracking of progress on planned issues; follow-up with focal points.
• Screening of all incoming communications, filter outgoing correspondence for supervisor’s signature, clearance and further action by other staff; wherever possible.
• Use of automated office management system.
• Provide administrative and finance support to  DSS OFfice.
• Provide logistics support to UNDSS field offices in Lagos and Port Harcourt

• Maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials. Use of automated filing system.
• Draft routine correspondence, interoffice circulars, general briefing notes, documents,reports, and minutes of meetings when requested, translations when required;
• Administration of travel, meetings, appointments and briefings of Chief Security Advisor Including drafting of background notes.

• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Organization of trainings for ERT Staff on coordination, administration and protocol  issues.

Competencies

• Demonstrates commitment to UNDSS’s mission, vision and values.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

• Shares knowledge and experience.
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

• Ability to perform a broad range of activities aimed at effective and efficient functioning of UNDSS office, including data/ schedule management, maintenance of protocol, information flow.
• Confidentiality.
• Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, elaboration and implementation of new data management systems

• Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

Required Skills and Experience

• Higher National Diploma/Bsc Secretarial Administration

• 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible secretarial, administrative, programme experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), experience in handling of web based management systems.

• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
• Working knowledge of any of the three Nigerian major languages would be an advantage.

The UNDP Country Office in Nigeria is implementing the 7th Country Programme agreed and signed in November 2008 with the Federal Government of Nigeria. The 7th CP runs from 2009 – 2012 and includes the following cross cutting programmes; Economic Governance, Capacity for Governance,
Private Sector Development and the Sustainability and Risk Management Programmes. These are implemented within the context of the United Nations Development Assistance Framework II for Nigeria through several Federal agencies, 14 States and other Nigerian partners.

The Private Sector Development Programme (PSDP) is part of a larger agenda to reduce poverty by facilitating entrepreneurial activities, enhancing human development and promoting the MDGs in Nigeria. The PSDP is a deliberate attempt to nurture growth in the non-oil sector of the economy using the ‘inclusive markets’ approach to create opportunities and enhance security of the poor. In particular, activities will aim at promoting enterprises (MSMEs, SMEs, e.t.c.) thus allowing the private sector to make a greater contribution to growth, employment and income generation associated with economic opportunities and securities of the poor.

The Programme Specialist (PS) will act as manager for the PSDP and will work under the guidance of the Country Director and the direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director Programmes.  S/he will provide quality advisory services to the senior management on all aspects of poverty reduction. The PS will work with others to translate programme documents into robust and innovative strategies to achieve measurable programme results. S/he will be a specialist especially in the field of Private Sector Development with explicit experience in poverty reduction. S/he should bring to the CO international expertise and knowledge of best practices. Also, s/he is expected to build up the capacity of national staff and government counterparts in the course of her/his work.

Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:

Policy and programme advisory services
Facilitation of knowledge services and capacity development
Building of strategic partnerships
Project implementation and management
1. Policy and Programme Advisory Services.

Provide intellectual and/or substantive programme leadership to enhance the development of the private sector as an engine of growth for poverty reduction;
Lead and guide programme and project formulation and support development and implementation of effective PSD strategies and policies;
Facilitate partnerships between private companies and UNDP Nigeria’s country office through a combination of advisory and capacity building services, thus creating an opportunity to strengthen national capacities for the creation and continuous improvement of a business environment;
Provide support to and be directly involved in the programmes’s capacity building efforts;
Promote convergence between the different development interventions in private sector development and coherence with the work of other development agencies;
Identify opportunities to enhance cross team working to capitalize on the specific advantages of multi-disciplinary support;
Provide top quality policy advice services to the Government and facilitate knowledge building and management particularly in the areas of PSD issues.
2. Facilitation of knowledge services and capacity development.

Undertake knowledge capture at national, regional and global levels in the areas of private sector development and produce knowledge-based products as relevant;
Research and analyze case studies of inclusive markets development in northern and southern countries especially, donor programmes for intervention in Nigeria’s private sector areas as necessary;
Provide knowledge building and policy advisory services on international best practices in private sector development issues;
Develop the capacity of national project staff and government counterparts in the development and implementation of programmes that target private sector development.
3. Building of strategic partnerships.

Mobilize and network with the experts of national and regional offices of the UN System, international development organizations, sub-regional and regional associations, affiliations and bodies (inter-governmental, non-government or private sector) and prominent private sector organizations;
Undertake national and international networking with government ministries, departments and agencies, donors and development agencies, national and international NGOs, academic institutions and civil society organizations to promote and improve knowledge of private sector development in Nigeria;
Undertake coordination functions with on-going and proposed projects that directly or indirectly benefit private sector development planning in Nigeria.
4. Programme implementation and management.

Provide supervisory, technical support, advice and capacity building to programme team members and the various project teams;
Ensure consistency of the CO PSD programmes with UNDAF/CPAP  priorities;
Provide inputs into the preparation and implementation of the annual results based work plans, result frameworks and reports as endorsed by the management;
Provide support to the preparation of progress reports, briefings etc;
Undertake coordination functions with on-going and proposed projects that directly or indirectly benefit private sector development planning.

Impact of Results

The position will strengthen UNDP Nigeria’s contributions to national policy dialogue, visioning and strategic improvement and contribution to private sector development in Nigeria. The team leader will ensure that its policy, programme, capacity development and knowledge work is responsive to Nigeria’s need and priorities in the areas of private sector development.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP.
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning
Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to UNDP Practice Areas and actively works towards continuing personal learning and development
Ability to provide top quality policy advice services on economic issues
Established track record of delivering strong analytical products with policy relevance
In-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues.
Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
Ability to go beyond established procedures and models, propose new approaches which expand the range of programmes
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Management and Leadership

Ability to interact with policy officials at the highest levels of society
Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to critical feedback
Encourages risk-taking in the pursuit of creativity and innovation
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
Good interpersonal skills
Required Skills and Experience
Education:

Master’s Degree or equivalent in International Development, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration and other social science and/or related discipline.
Experience:

Minimum 5 years relevant experience at national or international level.
Desirable At least 10 years experience in private sector development and planning at national and/or international level with focus on inclusive growth of asset base of the poor.
Preference for those with direct experience of working on private sector development programmes.
Demonstrated ability to engage at the highest levels with donors and development agencies, government officials and UN Agencies.
Knowledge of international best practices and policies in the fields of private sector development
Proven capacity development experience.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural setting.
High-level computing skills in word processing, spreadsheets, power point, and preferably web pages;
Language Requirements:

Fluency in written and spoken English is essential
Fluency in one National language is essential

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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The National Millennium Campaign Coordinator will have a dual reporting obligation, working under the direct supervision of the RC and with strategic guidance, technical support and backstopping from the UNMC Director for Africa and the West Africa Regional Coordinator.  The National Millennium Campaign Coordinator will be located within the Office of the RC and work closely with both the Nigeria United Nations Country Team (UNCT) as well as the United Nations Millennium Campaign Team. The position is located in the office of the UN Resident Coordinator and works under her/his guidance as well as the priories set out in UN Millennium Campaign’s Strategic Plans for 2010-2013.

The principal role of the National MDGs Campaign Officer is to promote the goals of the Millennium Campaign by providing support to both the UN system and civil groups to ensure that there is a vibrant national campaign aimed at holding government to account for the achievement of the MDGs. The Officer will work at multiple levels; within the UN system, with strategic partners including local civic groups, knowledge centres, parliaments and local government bodies as well as liaise with the donor community to ensure the MDGs are achieved. The role includes engaging with and supporting advocacy initiatives of relevant civil society constituencies, driving key policy advocacy initiatives as well as to support the UN inter-agency collaboration and public media outreach with the country on the MDGs. The national Millennium Campaign Coordinator is required to become knowledgeable of the MDG status and national Government’s MDG policies, the UNCT’s work on the MDGs, the UN Millennium Campaign’s work in the country and key partners at the national and local level. More specifically, the successful candidate has to understand the influencing context and the critical socio-political issues facing the MDG progress in the national and local context.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:

To support UNCT to align agenda behind the MDGs, strengthening partnerships between UNCT and the UN Millennium Campaign
To support the National Campaign partners capacity support where necessary in the design of national strategies and fundraising.
Communication: to support key UN Millennium Campaign activities including, but not limited to, Stand Up, Kick Out Poverty and marquee events.
To facilitate and support research where it is necessary to fill policy/practice gaps.
To be an active member of the UN Millennium Campaign – Africa regional team
Supports coordinated actions of UNCT and UN Millennium Campaign to achieve the MDGs

Support the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator (UNRC) at align UNCT’s strategies, UNDAF, and activities including the monitoring and evaluation framework to the MDGs.
Act as an effective liaison between the campaign partners and UN agencies working on MDG related issues and facilitate strategic partnerships.
Support the RC’s office in relation to dialogue with governments on the MDGs
Support national partners in design and implementation of national strategies

Support the development of strategic partnerships at the national and local levels.
Provide appropriate technical and other support to strengthen the capacity of national partners in relation to policy, strategy development, tools for impact monitoring and communication.
Promote and implement the advocacy and campaign strategy in the country
Support planning and design of strategies for communications and media outreach

Support the development and implementation of a communications and outreach strategy based on the collaborative framework of UN Millennium Campaign and UNCT.
Liaise between the communications teams of UN Millennium Campaign and UNCT in the development and implementation of communications strategies and media activities in relation to the MDGs.
Support campaign partners to develop and implement effective communications and media strategies.
Act as a spokesperson on key issues related to MDGs, as and when required under instruction.
Support fundraising efforts of national partners

Support partners to develop innovative and effective national strategies as a basis for fund mobilisation. Support the partners during the funding process.
Facilitate links between UNCT, the donor community and campaign partners.
Support partners to strengthen their capacity to manage and account for resources
Active in the Millennium Campaign’s regional activities

Under the guidance of the Deputy Director – Africa and the Regional Coordinator for West Africa support the coordination of the Campaign’s activities in West Africa.
Engage regional political and economic institutions as may be necessary to advance the MDGs agenda.
Actively participate in the shaping of the strategies and operational plans of the UN Millennium Campaign in Africa and globally.
Lend specific competences to the advancement of the Campaign generally.

Impact of Results

The strategies and work of UN Millennium Campaign, UNCT and the Office of the Resident Coordinator are aligned in areas relating to the MDGs.
National Partners supported in developing and implementing national strategies and fundraising initiatives.
The work and profile of the UN Millennium Campaign and national partners raised in the media.
MDG Campaign Strategy and Joint Plan of Action designed and executed;
Strengthened advocacy campaigns to influence policy environment to support increased action towards addressing the MDGs.
Enhanced multi-sectoral support to the MDG advocacy campaigns at national and local levels

Competencies
Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP.
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office.
In-depth knowledge on development issues.
Ability to advocate and provide policy advice.
Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting.
Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources.
Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit.
Strong IT skills.
Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change
Management and Leadership

Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills.
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors.
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
Ability to advocate for achievement of MDGs and provide technical support on advocacy and communication strategy.
Strong understanding and knowledge of development issues, particularly those related to poverty reduction and the MDGs.
Willingness to work for ambitious advocacy programme and ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
Proven ability to (i) take initiative and work independently with limited supervision in a multicultural team environment; (ii) prioritize and multi-task in an organization transcending national boundaries and multiple time zones.

Prince2 training and certification, RMG

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

Advanced (Masters) Degree in social sciences, communications, journalism, public relations, political science, humanities or other related field.
Experience:

Minimum 2 years relevant experience in advocacy/campaigns; media; academia, research institution, public relations-related field and/or communications with a reputable organization that has a good networking experience with development organizations and social movements.
Ability to apply in-depth sound technical knowledge and skills in development work, media, current affairs, public relations, and communications to plan and implement MDG campaign and advocacy.
Proven track record to engage and mobilize key constituencies at the national and local level (e.g. civil society and community-based organizations, youth, parliamentarian and legislators, media, private sector and local authorities).
Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills with the ability to conceptualise, articulate and debate issue related to MDGs in English and national/local languages.
Ability to build partnership and manage high-level communications with media, NGOs, government officials, the UN System in the region and others.
Ability to interact with senior UN staff and senior representatives of other organizations.
Good interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, understanding of African culture and customs are an advantage.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in spoken and written English is essential.
Fluency in one National /Local language.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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UNDP has developed a Programme support document, which articulates how UNDP will contribute to the national response to the HIV/AIDS pandemic. UNDP helps put HIV/AIDS at the centre of national development and poverty reduction strategies; build national capacity to mobilize all levels of
government and civil society for a coordinated and effective response to the epidemic; and protect the rights of people living with AIDS, women, and vulnerable populations.  The programme focuses on achieving two key outcomes; Institutional capacity to built to plan, implement and manage multi-sectoral strategies at both national and sub-national levels to limit the spread of HIV/AIDS and mitigate its social and economic impact on poor people and women;
Specifically UNDP focuses on four practice areas; these are (1) HIV/AIDS and Human Development, (2) Governance of HIV/AIDS Response, (3) HIV/AIDS, Human Rights and Gender and (4) Capacity Development.

The support provided by UNDP to the national response on HIV/AIDS is implemented in significant programme partnership with the Government of Nigeria through the National Action Committee on AIDS (NACA) and States Action Committees on AIDS (SACAs) and has provided major input to several activities. Partnership with other sister Agencies has also been key to UNDP’s approach to the response on HIV/AIDS in Nigeria.

The Programme Analyst will work under the guidance and direct supervision of the HIV & AIDS unit Programmes.  S/he will provide quality advisory and analytical services to the unit and office in areas relating to HIV/AIDS and Gender. The Analyst will work with others to achieve measurable programme results. S/he should bring to the CO international expertise and knowledge of best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:

Ensures implementation of  programme strategies and contribute to management of the CO programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned  focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme.
Provision of top quality advisory services.
Facilitation of knowledge services and capacity development.
Building of strategic partnerships and contribution to resource mobilization
1. Ensures implementation of  programme strategies and contribute to management of the CO programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned  focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme focusing on achieving the  following results:

Contribute to the formulation, execution, monitoring and evaluation of UNDPs HIV and AIDS multi-sectoral and gender mainstreaming programmes and projects to ensure consistency with the national development and UNDP corporate priorities and outcomes. Coordination of programme implementation with the executing agencies.
Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones.
Lead the implementation of the KOICA project and ensure completion of all documentation relating to the project.
Support HIV/AIDS and gender mainstreaming in national and state level programme and planning frameworks and strategies and MDGS within the framework of the corporate strategy on HIV and AIDS and the MYFF.
Effective application of RBM tools, establishment of management targets (BSC) and monitoring achievement of results.
Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions. Participation in audit of projects at state and national level.
Follow up on audit recommendations. All exceptions are timely reported.
Aggregate reports are regularly

2. Provision of top quality advisory services focusing on achievement of the following results:

Provide technical inputs and advocate for and promote UNDP positions in the HIV and AIDS Theme Group, Gender Working Group and other inter – agency technical working groups.
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Support to development of policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.
Coordinate the provision of technical assistance to the CO and implementing partners on all matters related to the Global Fund for AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) and
Ensure development of systems and institutional mechanisms for monitoring and reporting on the MDGS, UNGASS, etc. from the perspectives of HIV and gender, including the collection and analysis of gender disaggregated data.
Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues.

3. Facilitation of knowledge services and capacity development focusing on achievement of the following results:

Gather, document and communicate lessons leant from UNDP’s experiences in the areas of HIV and AIDS mainstreaming and Capacity Development.
Prepare technical reports, analyses, briefing papers and other documents suitable for advocacy purposes and information dissemination based on the outputs of the programme work.
Support capacity development at all levels of public and private sectors and civil society institutions with an emphasis on ensuring an effective national HIV and AIDS multi-sectoral response that is cognizant of the gender dynamics of the epidemic.
Develop the capacity of national project staff and government counterparts in the development and implementation of programmes at state level

4. Building of strategic partnerships and contribution to resource mobilization focusing on the following key results:

Facilitate knowledge sharing and flow of experience and information within UNDP and between UNDP and partners as well as other development partners.
Represent UNDP in key national policy discussions on matters pertaining to HIV and AIDS and gender, including in the GFATM Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) as delegated by the HIV/AIDS Team Leader.
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.
 Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the success of country programme within specific areas of cooperation. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design, operation and programming of activities, creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.

Competencies
Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP.
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office
In-depth knowledge on development issues
Ability to advocate and provide policy advice
Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting.
Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources.
Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit.
Strong IT skills.
Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change
Management and Leadership

Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills.
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors.
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

A Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant Social Science or development related field or relevant work experience Experience:

At least 2 years experience in the development/design and management of HIV and AIDS, gender programmes.
Additional years of experience will be an advantage.
Sound understanding of HIV and AIDS as a development issue in Nigeria.
At least seven years experience in the development/design and management of HIV and AIDS, gender programmes.
Demonstrated experience in engaging and working on issues of poverty, development and gender.
Demonstrated experience of engaging and working on issues of GFATM, MDGs, and development planning.
Demonstrated ability and experience in research and documentation.
Excellent analytical, leadership, organizational and negotiation skills.
Experience in working well with partners in government, civil society and the private sector and the donor community.
A track record of influencing policy and decision making.
Some experience with international organizations or United Nations systems preferable

Language Requirements:

Fluency in written and Spoken English is essential.
Fluency in One National Language is Essential
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Apply now!

corporate communications strategy, designs, manages and implements UNDP Nigeria communications strategy and publication policy to promote public and media outreach, to mobilize political and financial support for UNDP and to ensure communications support to business development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Formulation and implementation of CO communications, education and advocacy strategies and tools
• Elaboration and implementation of the CO publications policy
• Creation of strong visibility of UNDP initiatives and results and strong positioning of UNDP as an effective close development partner of the Government and other development partners alike through public media and effective communications strategies
• Supervision of the design and maintenance of the UNDP/ UN web site, intranet, and CO web based knowledge management system
• Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

• Design, elaboration and implementation of the CO communications and outreach strategy, based on the corporate communications strategy.
• Advocacy and promotion of UNDP mandate, mission and purpose.
• Management and dissemination of advocacy materials including Human Development Report and other UN/UNDP   publications. Contribution to and elaboration of joint UN information campaigns.
• Creation, promotion and maintenance of marketing/promotional communication and advocacy packages and tools based on current programme and new initiatives. Thorough analysis of the information to be included into the packages.
• Active engagement in new partnership development, maintenance of close contacts with national and international media, government officials, multilateral and bilateral donors, civil society and private sector to promote public awareness on UNDP activities and to mobilize interests and resources for implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Preparation of briefing materials and press releases and conduct of interviews.
• Formatting, packaging and submission of programme initiatives for donor review in collaboration with programme staff.
• Preparation of substantive inputs to CCA (Common Country Assessment) , UNDAF (United Nations Development Assistance Framework), CPD (Country Programme Document)  and other documents

• Conceptualization, elaboration and implementation of the CO publications policy based on the corporate publications policy.
•  Identification of activities for publications, drafting articles describing successful projects, public events and other achievements and successes, fostering understanding of UNDP’s strategic role in country development.
• Coordination and management of all CO publication activities, including content management, norms for publishing, design, translation, etc.
• Supervision of publications dissemination.

• Conceptualization and design of the office web sites based on corporate requirements in cooperation with the ICT staff.
•  Supervision and preparation of the content for the web sites ensuring consistency of the materials.

• Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country goals and activities, operational and management best practices as well as UN common system harmonization initiatives.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Organization of trainings for the CO staff on communication issues.

Competencies

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
• Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism

• Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to UNDP Practice Areas
• Encourages office staff to share knowledge and contribute to UNDP Practice Areas
• Develops deep knowledge  in Practice Areas
• Demonstrates strong coaching/mentoring skills, regularly providing helpful feedback and advice to others in the office
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills \

• Ability to elaborate and implement communications and publications strategies
• Demonstrated effectiveness in developing media campaigns, including well-written information about UNDP, its objectives and activities.  
• Ability to effectively manage an advocacy campaign
• Demonstrates excellent ability to write and communicate orally with accuracy and professionalism
• Ability to effectively plan and manage the Unit 
• Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies
• Demonstrates strong IT skills

• Focuses on impact and result for the client
• Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view

Required Skills and Experience

• Masters Degree required

• 5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy.
• Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is helpful but not mandatory.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, good knowledge and experience in handling of web-based management systems.

• Fluency in both written and oral English and one Nigerian Language.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide full project assurance for the Democratic Governance for Development (DGD) Project in Nigeria as a staff-member of the UNDP Country Office.
• Analyze broader democratic governance and electoral issues and trends in the country and advise UNDP senior management, the DGD Project Management Unit and development partners accordingly.
• Develop sustainable, results-oriented partnerships with other stakeholders on the spectrum of issues covered by the DGD Project and other UNDP initiatives in the area of democratic governance.

Provide full project assurance for the DGD Project in Nigeria as a staff-member of the UNDP Country Office:

• Monitor and analyze key factors in the project’s operating environment that could affect relevance and performance.
• Provide strategic oversight of project planning, budgeting and implementation in line with PRINCE2 principles.
• Ensure application of results-based management tools in planning, budgeting and implementation using the Enhanced Results-Based Management (ERBM) platform. Monitor progress towards substantive results in work plans (outputs and outcomes) and timely reporting to national stakeholders and development partners.
• Maintain a close, open and collaborative working relationship between the Country Office and key national and international stakeholders as well as the staff of the Project PMU.

Analyze broader democratic governance and electoral issues and trends in the country and advise UNDP senior management, the DGD Project Management Unit and development partners accordingly;

• Help position the DGD project as a leading source of policy analysis on elections and democratization in Nigeria through assistance to the PMU on the design, implementation and dissemination of high-quality research and analysis.
• Establish and facilitate expert networks at national level and link them to UNDP global and other international networks to promote high levels of knowledge sharing between the project, partners and all relevant stakeholders as well as identify, document and codify best practices in electoral management and democratization in Nigeria.
• Generate high quality and action-oriented analysis of political (and related developments) in Nigeria and highlight implications for project focus, strategy, operations and partnerships.
• Design and help implement relevant and high-impact policy advocacy campaigns with and through key national and international partners.
• Provide regular contributions from the Country Office to global and regional knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Develop sustainable, results-oriented partnerships with other stakeholders on the spectrum of issues covered by the DGD Project and related Country Office activities;

• Serve as an international resource on elections and democratization issues and analyze and bring in global practice and lessons learnt through UN and UNDP networks, HQ resources and tapping from experiences in other countries.
• Provide strategic advice to the full portfolio of UNDP assistance in areas of democratic governance including civil society development, local governances, public accountability and urban governance, contributing to programmatic coherence, a clear focus and sustainable results in line with the goals and objectives of the CPAP.
• Maintain close, open and collaborative working relationships with key government counterparts, at national, State and local levels as well as with leaders and organizations in civil society and private sector.

Impact of Results
The DGD project is the largest ever governance initiative funded by donors to Nigeria, expected to reach USD 80 million and potentially much more between 2010—14.  At the same time, the project grapples with exceptionally sensitive issues which demand a skilful blend of knowledge, tact, negotiation and perseverance for any progress to be made as a result of donor assistance.  The Advisor will have direct and substantial impact in several ways:

• The ability of UNDP senior management to ensure prudent and effective implementation of the DGD Project based on timely and accurate data, analysis and advice on project performance as well as contextual developments.
• The forging of productive, durable and cooperative relationships with key partners based on trust and a high level of confidence.
• Achievement of UNDP’s and the partnership’s intellectual leadership on democratic governance issues in Nigeria.
• Government and donor perception of the efficiency and effectiveness of project management, given the use of the DIM modality.
• Strategic and effective management of Country Office investments in civil society development which would have significant effects across almost the entire portfolio within the CPAP.

Competencies

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
• Promotes the shared vision, mission and strategic goals of the partners supporting the initiative.
• Displays strong cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Treats all people fairly without favouritism.

Functional Competencies:

• Proven competence in the field of democratic governance, well-informed on both electoral and broader democratic governance issues.
• Comfortable with full range of sub-sectors within the DGD Project, although expected to be more knowledgeable and experienced in the area of civil society in emerging democratic societies.
• S/he should have a strong grasp of the strategic, policy and nuts-and-bolts issues involved in capacity development in the area of democratic governance;
• Ability to appreciate and respond productively to the challenges faced in leading a high-risk initiative in a politically challenging environment. Ability to maintain calm and poise in high pressure and sometimes provocative situations as well as apply skills in mediation and consensus-building;
• Solid academic background and demonstrated abilities in analysis of complex political situations and providing strategic advice, while maintaining personal detachment;
• Proven managerial experience in an international context and ability to lead teams
• Proven ability to make sound decisions in delegation of responsibilities and in finding a balance between a focus on detail and keeping an eye on the big picture. Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Strong inter-personal communications and diplomatic skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, with an ability to listen, understand and respond effectively to different and divergent points of view expressed by a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to build strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback;
• Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work plans. Proven ability to work under pressure and produce output that is accurate, timely and of high quality. Ability to manage conflicting priorities;
• Ability to understand and apply tools such as the logical framework, results-based approaches like UNDP’s RBM and PRINCE2. Solid knowledge and experience of project management. Ability to support and provide oversight to strategic planning, results-based management and reporting.

Required Skills and Experience

• Advanced university degree (Masters or Phd) related to democratic governance and development, such as political science, economics or other social sciences.

Experience:

• Progressively responsible work experience of at least 10 years in democratic governance, including electoral issues, dealing with: (a) policy dialogue and advisory work; (b) leadership and management of research and analysis; (c) design and execution of capacity development programmes; (d) project management, including the leadership of multi-disciplinary expert teams, preferably funded by development partners (UN or other); and (e) promotion of stakeholder/community awareness of and participation in democratic governance.
• A good understanding of the social, economic, political and historical trends underpinning African and, ideally, Nigerian governance and electoral processes.
• Skills in training, process facilitation, strategic planning, and partnership-building.
• Ability to prepare high quality policy briefs, analytical reports, and technical research reflecting global good practice in democratic governance.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.
• Excellent PC user skills: word processing, spreadsheets, databases and web-based research.
• Ability to travel within Nigeria and overseas.

Language Requirements:

• Strong skills in written communications in English particularly in preparing issue-based papers or reports.
• Excellent spoken English is also required.