PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Contract

This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 137,951 USD and 180,636 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in Secretariat of the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Road Safety hosted at the Economic Commission for Europe, based in Geneva, Switzerland. The P-3 Programme Management Officer reports directly to the P-4 Programme Management Officer. The focus of this job is to provide support, assist in the implementation of the programme of work, communications and other activities of the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Road Safety.

This position is a project position and is initially available through 31 December 2022, with possibility of extension.

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

• Participates and assists in the development of the programme of work and activities of the Special Envoy and assists in monitoring and analysing their implementation; assists in reviewing relevant documents and reports; liaises with relevant parties and ensures follow-up actions.

• Researches, analyses and presents information gathered from diverse sources to be used by the Special Envoy.

• Assists in development, review and analysis of issues and trends relevant for road safety, preparation of evaluations or other research needs for the Special Envoy.

• Assists in preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, speaking notes, speeches and other inputs for the Special Envoy.

• Provides substantive administrative and organizational support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, including preparation of documents and presentations etc.

• Assists in preparation of outreach activities by the Special Envoy; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. Leads contact with UN Country Teams and UN Resident Coordinators for the preparation of communication activities on the occasion of SE’s country visits, with a focus on developing countries.

• Participates, when needed, in field missions with the Special Envoy and assists in drafting mission summaries and other materials.

• Provides main support to activities related to preparation and submissions of the budget and financial documents for the Special Envoy (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and prepares related documents and reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget).

• Develops and produces a brochures and materials on the Special Envoy's mandate in the framework of the Global Plan for the Second Decade of Action on Road Safety (2021-2030), to support the Special Envoy during his engagements.

• Manages the Special Envoy‘s social media accounts, creating and publishing content on a regular basis.

• Manages the website of the Special Envoy, drafting and creating content to inform about the SE, his missions, activities and accomplishments. This will entail preparing the launch of a new website.

• Manages the Special Envoy’s press relations (interviews, press conferences, etc.), notably around his missions and high-level contacts. Drafts news, blogs and press releases about the Special Envoy’s activities.

• Performs other duties as required.

  Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to road safety. Ability to identify issues, analyse 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, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. 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.

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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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.

Education An advanced university degree (Master's or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, communications or related fields is required.

A first-level or advanced degree (Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in any fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree in the specified fields of studies.

Work Experience A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, outreach and communications, administration or related areas is required.

Experience in coordinating communication activities across the UN system (NY DGC; UN Information Centres; Regional Commissions; UN Country Teams) or similar global organization network is desirable.

At least one year experience working with road safety related issues at a national or global level is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required and knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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

Special Notice At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval and extension of the mandate.

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

Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.

• This position is temporarily available until 31 December 2022 with possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.

• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.

• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.

• Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.

• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

  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.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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