Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) Regional Focal Points

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

The Federal Government of Nigeria jointly with UNDP and with support from the European Union launched a nationwide youth empowerment Programme aimed at connecting fresh graduates to employment opportunities through a 12-month paid placement in public and private enterprises. Following the launch of the onboarding process in October 2022, over 2,000 fellows have commenced their placements across the country. As the number of Fellows commencing their placements across the country continues to grow, there is need to ensure effective coordination at geo-political level, regular engagement with fellows and host Organizations and sustained trouble shooting to anticipate any challenges and respond as they arise, while also monitoring implementation.

To ensure coordinated, effective Programme implementation and sustained engagement and contact with Fellows and Host Organisations, UNDP is seeking to recruit five (5) qualified NJFP Regional Ecosystem Coordinator as part of the Fellows Management Unit working closely with Impact Measurement & Fellows Support Team and under the overall coordination of the Team lead of Jubilee Fellows Programme. The NJFP Regional Coordinator will perform the following tasks:

a. Working closely with the Tech and Data Team, support in the development and maintenance of a database of matched fellows and host Organisations in respective regions. b. Working closely with the Project Operations Team, support in tracking and monitoring Fellow’s attendance lists in consultation with host Organisations. c. Working closely with the Project Client Success Team, support in timely collation of grievances from host organisations and fellows for proactive action. d. Working closely with the Knowledge Management & Reporting Team, design and support the implementation of peer-to-peer learning and knowledge exchange sessions between Fellows and Host Organisations at regional level. e. Working closely with the Impact Measurement & Learning Manager, support in consolidating project performance reports from fellows placed with the respective geo-political zone. f. Working closely with the Communication, Outreach and Advocacy Team, support in building a data base of human centered stories from both fellows and host Organisations. g. Working closely with the Strategy and Coordination team, support with partnerships engagement efforts to grow the portfolio of host Organisations at geo-political level h. Working closely with the Strategy & Coordination Team convene regular town hall meetings (virtual & physical only when feasible) to sustain engagement and build a community around the NJFP. i. Foster sustained engagement and outreach with key stakeholders – especially private sector, innovation ecosystem, employment agencies, NGOs, State Governments on the NJFP

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNDP; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNDP procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented; • Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNDP in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority; • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues; • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; • Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNDP’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

Youth empowerment, private sector engagement, stakeholder engagement, digital transformation or related field in the respective geo-political zone. • Proven knowledge of and experience in qualitative, quantitative data collection, analysis and reporting, as well as monitoring and evaluation • Excellent oral and written communication skills to provide briefing to senior executives and to write well-conceived, clear and strategic reports. • Strong analytical, evaluation and conceptual thinking skills. • Experience with working in international organizations an added advantage • Experience working in the specific geo-political zone is an added advantage • Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet, email, etc.).

Other desired/mandatory required technical knowledge • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Nigeria is a unique country and UNDP is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.

Nigeria provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.