Fund Director - ETP

Contract

This is a IICA-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 10 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-4 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

South East Asia Multi-Country Office (EAPMCO)

The South East Asia and Pacific Multi Country Office (EAPMCO) supports, develops and oversees the UNOPS portfolio of projects in South East Asia and the Pacific. EAPMCO was established in January 2023 following the merger of the Thailand Multi-Country Office, which covered 20 countries across North East Asia, South East Asia and the Pacific, and the Cambodia Multi-Country Office, which covered 4 countries South East Asia - 3 countries in the Mekong Sub-region (Cambodia, Lao PDR and Vietnam) and the Philippines. EAPMCO currently covers 24 countries across North East Asia, South East Asia and the Pacific. With its head office in Bangkok, the Multi-Country Office comprises nine business units: EAPMCO Thailand, EAPMCO Indonesia, EAPMCO Pacific Operations Cluster, EAPMCO Papua New Guinea, EAPMCO China, EAPMCO Vietnam, EAPMCO Lao PDR, EAPMCO Philippines and EAPMCO Cambodia.

In 2022, the UNOPS EAPMCO implemented projects worth more than USD 95 million, in the areas of Energy Transition, Digital Transformations, Sustainable Environmental Management, Climate Change, Waste Management, Rule of Law and Access to Justice, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Post Conflict Reintegration, Emergency Relief, Post COVID19 Economic Transformations, and Health, through HR, procurement, construction, contract management, fund and program management services.

The Multi Country Office head office in Bangkok provides strategic direction, operational support, delivery oversight and assurance of the excellence of business processes and quality standards across all of the entire Multi Country Office locations. It is also responsible for developing, delivering and managing the portfolio of engagements in the country of the MCO location itself.

The Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership (ETP)

The Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership (ETP) brings together governments and philanthropies to work with partner countries in the region. We support the transition towards modern energy systems that can simultaneously ensure economic growth, energy security, and environmental sustainability. Enabling the transition toward greener energy systems will greatly contribute to the achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement objectives.

​​​​​​ETP is initially focusing on Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam, which are the countries in the region with the highest energy demand, a substantial pipeline for fossil fuel-based projects, and a significant and cost-effective potential for renewable energy and energy efficiency. ETP provides High Level Technical Advisory Support, Holistic Support to Governments on financing and technical needs, capacity and skill development and facilitation of dialogues in all related areas.

A Secretariat, incorporated into UNOPS will support the Steering Committee (SC) and facilitate the implementation of SC’s decisions. The Secretariat will operate as per defined Terms of Reference approved by the SC. The Secretariat will undertake day-to-day management and operation of the ETP Fund: (1) it launches Calls for Proposal and carries out proposals assessments; (2) it provides assistance and support to implementing partners; (3) facilitates the design, development and implementation of an overall M&E strategy; (4) monitors progress made by each project during the implementation phase.

ETP Secretariat is headed by the Director, responsible for the management of the secretariat, development and implementation of work plans, with a view to furthering the agenda of the ETP initiative in accordance with the strategic direction provided by the ETP Steering Committee (SC). The Director reports to the Chairperson of the ETP SC in all substantive matters and has an administrative reporting line to UNOPS.

The Secretariat will work in close cooperation with the SC, the Advisory Committee and the Fund Manager, as well as UNOPS Services. The members of the secretariat will be selected following UNOPS rules and regulations.

Within the framework of the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned all or part of the following duties which are performed according to organizational needs and structure:

Functional Responsibilities

The Fund Director will be responsible for ensuring that the ETP Secretariat catalyzes, facilitates and supports effective action across the overall programme/movement, and the work that will be done under the programme mandate. The Director of the Secretariat will be primarily responsible for providing strategic advice, planning, resource use, day-to-day management of staff, reporting on the use of funds, performance management and evaluation of progress against goals.

The Director reports on substantive matters to the SC chair and on administrative matters to the UNOPS line manager.

This includes the following key functions:

1. Advisory Services

• Providing strategic and tactical advice for empowering leadership and continued enhancement of the vision and strategies pursued by the Secretariat.
• Coordination of the development of the ETP Secretariat’s objectives and priorities and providing overall strategic planning towards their achievement.

2. Ensuring effective functioning of the programme: - Leading the development of the annual work-plans of the Secretariat; - Ensuring high standards and relevance of all outputs and communications that emanate from the Secretariat.

3. Management and coordination - Strategic planning of activities in support of the Programme priorities; development and regular update of team work-plans; - Undertaking management and supervision of the different teams within the ETP Secretariat to ensure timely and quality outputs; - Overseeing the organization of high-level events and meetings. - Coordinating with UNOPS Fund Management and Support Services on all matters related to the Secretariat operations.

4. Oversight & planning: - Ensuring optimized utilization and reporting of financial and human resources: - Ensuring optimized budget management balancing programming, expenditures and fund raising and ensuring that resources are properly utilized; - Develop and implement a communication and outreach plan with regards to existing and potential donors, as well as government and other stakeholders - Human resources management: Performing performance evaluation of staff/personnel of the Secretariat, planning and management of recruitments; - Coordinating the production of activity and financial reports ensuring transparency of resource utilization and quality reporting to donors.

5. Strategic Relationship with stakeholders: - Maintaining effective relations with contributors to the ETP; - Representing the ETP in public events, task forces, working groups, intergovernmental and interagency discussions, interactions with stakeholders outside the UN system, and any other relevant situation. - Coordination with the Steering Committee on the engagement with potential donors to raise funding for the ETP pooled funding window. - Build and maintain effective partnerships with government entities in the ETP priority countries. - Management of internal and external stakeholder - direct engagement with high level stakeholders

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) is required preferably in alternative energy development, social sciences, energy policy, international development, management, development economics, public administration, business administration, or related fields.
• A first-level university degree (e.g. Bachelor's degree) in the abovementioned fields in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be considered in lieu of the advanced degree.
• PRINCE2 Foundation and PRINCE2 Practitioner Certificates are an asset - successful candidates must complete it within the first six (6) months of onboarding.
• Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) Foundation certification is an asset

Experience:

• Minimum seven (7) years (for advanced university degree holders) or nine (9) years (for first level university degree holders) of professional experience that combines strategic and managerial leadership in project/programme management, general management, or planning and operations, preferably in the energy transition, climate change or related field is required. Preference will be given to candidates with ten (10) or more years of relevant experience.
• Relevant professional experience must include five (5) years of experience at the international level (working abroad).
• Experience at a senior management level is required.
• Professional experience in multi-sector renewable energy programmes and policies is an asset.
• Knowledge of the political economy and experience in the region are highly desirable.
• Proven experience in engaging with high-level stakeholders, such as government officials, donor representatives, representatives of international organizations, etc is required.
• Some experience in the UN system organizations and/or a developing country is desirable.
• Regional experience (i.e. South East Asia) preferably in energy transition sector is an advantage.

Language:

• Full working knowledge of English language is required.
• Working knowledge of another, official UN language is desirable.

Contract type, level and duration

• Contract type: International ICA
• Contract level: ICS 12 / IICA 4
• Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Disclaimer: If the selected candidate is a national of the duty station, a Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA) may be issued.

Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
• Bangkok is a family duty station.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.