Chief of Section, Programme Management

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Org. Setting and Reporting In Iraq, UNMAS delivers a Mine Action response to the problem of explosive ordnance contamination, targeting the populations most at risk, in line with the humanitarian principles and in coordination with the United Nations country team and the humanitarian country team.

The position is based in Baghdad and reports to the Deputy Director of UNMAS, following political and operational guidance from the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Iraq (RC/HC).

For more information on UNMAS, please visit www.mineaction.org/unmas

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Chief of the Mine Action Programme in Iraq will be responsible for the following:

  • Provides policy guidance to the RC/HC and the Deputy Director of UNMAS on conceptual strategy development and management of the implementation of overall strategies \ policies and procedures for the Mine Action programme in Iraq, in line with humanitarian principles.

  • Leads, develops and maintains a Mine Action programme strategy and a work plan as well as a resource mobilization strategy; periodically reviews the programme design to ensure that structure and budget are fit for purpose and delivers value for money; Plans and oversees strategic planning and conducts oversight of delivery of activities undertaken by the Mine Action programme, ; ensures substantive work programmes and programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion , coordinating diverse projects, and in liaison and coordination with other organizations of the United Nations System, donors and agencies as appropriate. Co-ordinates the work carried out by the programme as well as the humanitarian country team and other key humanitarian stakeholders.

  • Serves as a key interlocutor with Government authorities on Mine Action matters and leads engagement with donors.

  • Provides substantive input in the preparation of position papers and reports for presentation to the intergovernmental bodies such as the Security Council, the General Assembly and other policy-making organs, as appropriate.

  • Contributes to the reporting to donors and intergovernmental bodies on budget/programme performance or on programmatic/ substantive issues, as appropriate.

  • Ensures that all outputs produced by the programme under his/her supervision meet required technical, safety and quality standards, mainstreams gender and promotes innovation; before completion to ensure they comply with the relevant mandates.

  • Prepares inputs for the work programme of the programme, determining priorities and allocating resource for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery. Considers the social, economic, political and security context of the external operating environment and responds to potential and/or unexpected risk for programme delivery.

  • Carries out programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the programme, including programmatic and substantive reviews of draft reports and documents related to budget and funding prepared by programme personnel, monitoring of budget and cash flows, monitoring of performance of the Mine Action programme and the performance of the implementing partner in line with agreed parameters and critical indicators in the work plan and budget, reporting on budget/programme performance, preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting, evaluation of staff performance (PAS).

  • Fosters teamwork and communication among staff in the programme and across organizational boundaries and provides technical advice and guidance to other UN entities and partners when requested.

  • Represents UNMAS at inter-agency meetings, seminars, etc. on substantive-related issues.

  • Participates in international, regional or national meetings and provides programmatic/substantive expertise on Mine Action issues.

    Competencies - PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of, and exposure to strategic and operational mine action issues. Understanding of the Iraq context. Understanding of UN institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to the application of humanitarian principles to operational programmes. Ability to produce reports and papers on technical issues and to review and edit the work of others. Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations. 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.

  • ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

  • 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.

  • LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

  • VISION: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction; conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities.

    Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, management, international relations, law or related area is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in administration, budget, finance, human resources management or related field.

    A minimum of seven years of experience in the management of large programmes and/or projects in the area of mine action or other humanitarian sector is required.

    A minimum of five years of experience in a managerial role in a conflict or post-conflict setting is required.

    A minimum of two years of managerial experience in a mine action field programme is required.

    A minimum of two years of direct experience in engaging with senior government officials in a complex humanitarian or peacekeeping setting is required.

    Experience in resource mobilization and fundraising is desirable.

    Languages English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this post fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

    Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

    Special Notice - This post is financed for a one year period. Extension of the appointment is subject to extensions of the mandate and /or the availability of the funds.

  • Staff members are subject to the authority of the 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.

  • The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

  • Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter.

    United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

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