Partnership Advisor - Liaison

Contract

This is a LICA Specialist-11 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA Specialist-11 contracts.

Background Information - Myanmar

Myanmar is one of UNOPS leading offices in Asia, acting as fund manager for some of the largest development programmes in the country, including the Access to Health Fund and the Livelihood and Food Security Fund (LIFT). In addition, UNOPS Myanmar is Principal Recipient for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in Myanmar and Cambodia, and for the Global Fund Regional Artemisinin-resistance Initiative targeting drug resistant malaria in the Greater Mekong sub-region. UNOPS provides procurement, infrastructure and project management services to a wide range of organizations in the country, international development partners, other UN agencies, NGOs and INGOs. UNOPS Myanmar plays a critical role in ensuring that the quality of services provided to its partners meets stringent requirements of speed, efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Background Information - Job-specific

The Partnership Advisor will work under the direct supervision of the Country Director of UNOPS Myanmar. The post is based in Yangon. He/she will be expected to travel regularly within the country. The incumbent coordinates across all programmes and units of the UNOPS Myanmar portfolio, focusing primarily on supporting UNOPS Myanmar’s efforts to develop and maintain dialogue with partnersHe/she will also advise senior UNOPS management. The work is diverse and requires a significant level of multitasking.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Country Director, the Partnership Advisor-Liaison shall be responsible for performing, amongst others, the following duties, mainly to provide strategic analysis, guidance to the MMCO senior management and the Protocol Unit, including trouble-shooting for critical matters to the MMCO:

• Liaise with partners and others and advise management accordingly.
• Coordinate with all UNOPS funds and programmes on matters relating to support from partners and effective communication
• In collaboration with the UNOPS Senior Advisor - Liaison and Protocol, provide to the UNOPS Management Group political updates/analysis of contextual developments when necessary.
• Advise the Protocol Section on matters relating to key communications to clarify issues that affect the operations of UNOPS in Myanmar
• Based on the guidance from the office of the Country Director, supports the the UNOPS Myanmar Protocol Section, which handles visa, TA and TEC, import and re-export of personnel effects of international personnel and other related matters.
• Work with the Country Director and the Head of Programmes to build a partnership strategy for UNOPS Myanmar.
• Supports MMCO’s Senior Management overall liaison with partners and others
• Actively liaise with other UN agencies, diplomatic communities and other relevant organizations in Myanmar, to gather information on their practices/communication and to further provide strategic advice to the MMCO senior management
• Advise on UNOPS Myanmar’s strategy and positioning. Recommends solutions and provides strategic troubleshooting.
• Undertake special projects as may be required.

Monitoring and Progress Controls

• Planning, execution and follow up on tasks as per the scope of responsibilities detailed above.
• Actively interact with colleagues and clients to exchange information and feedback on requests in an effective and efficient manner.
• Demonstrate behaviors of professional and personal ethics, transparency and openness to encourage respect and similar behavior from colleagues in the workplace.
• Up to date/informative/accurate reports timely submitted.
• Efficiency and effectiveness in handling important correspondence.

Final Products

• Regular briefings for the UNOPS Management Group
• Strengthened input from UNOPS for UN/UNCT related activities in forms of guidelines, SOPs, templates and forms as needed

Education/Experience/Language requirements

a. Education

• A Master’s degree in business administration, project management, finance or related social sciences with 7 years of professional field experience in a context relevant to this position is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree with in combination with additional two years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

b. Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in administration, project management, finance, government or related social sciences is required.
• At least 3 years of demonstrated public relations/liaison skills, information analysis is required.
• Knowledge of UN rules and regulations will be an asset.
• Prior work experience in developing partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders at a senior level is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skill is desirable.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).

c. Language

• Fluency in written and oral English and Myanmar languages required.

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.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) 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. For people managers only: 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.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement Contract level: Local ICA Specialist-11 / LICA-11 / ICS-11 Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

"THIS IS A LOCAL POSITION. ONLY MYANMAR NATIONALS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. ALL OTHER APPLICANTS WILL BE REJECTED."

The successful candidate is expected to be in Myanmar to perform the duties and responsibilities of the advertised position.

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

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.

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.