Programme Management Officer

Job Description

Type of Job


Job Family
Programme Management

Job Opening Number
22-Programme Management-DSS-191458-R-New York (R)

Deadline: 24 Nov 2022

Description
Org. Setting and Reporting

The Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the United Nations security management system (UNSMS) globally. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions.

This position is located in the Strategic Planning Service, within the Office of the Under Secretary-General in Department of Safety and Security. The Programme Management Officer reports to the Director of the Strategic Planning Service. The focus of this job is to lead the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes, operations and other activities in an assigned functional area.

This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic and exciting organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance security expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Simply, all humanity will be benefiting from your work. Together, we can make the world a better place.

For more information on the Department, and how we make an impact on the world in enabling the achievement of SDGs, visit: https://www.un.org/undss/

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

• Develops, implements and evaluates assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures follow-up actions.
• Leads the development of the Department’s performance indicators and implementation of the system for regularly monitoring performance against indicators throughout the cycle; analyzes and reports patterns, trends and systemic weaknesses requiring an entity’s response.
• Researches, analyzes and presents information related to risk management gathered from diverse sources.
• Coordinates policy development with regards to Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of relevant research activities and studies,
• Designs the Department’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process ; ; reviews, analyzes and interprets risk treatment plans, identify problems/issues and prepares conclusions in support of the UNDSS Risk Management Committee.
• Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting
• Provides substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
• Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Leads and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc.
• Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).
• Performs other duties as required.
  
  Competencies
  
  
• Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of ERM methodologies and related implementation issues. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, encompassing electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion; places confidence in and builds trust with colleagues, staff members and stakeholders.
  
  
• 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.
  
  
• Planning & 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.
  Managing performance
  
  Education
  
  Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in social sciences, political science, business administration, management, risk management or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree
  
  Work Experience
  
  A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in strategic planning, project or programme management, organizational development, administration or related area is required.
  
  Experience in ERM and coordinating organizational performance management activities is required.
  
  Comprehensive experience in developing strategic planning and risk management tools, methodologies, policies, procedures and operations is required.
  
  Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
  
  Languages
  
  English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language(s) is desirable.