Regional Coordination Specialist

Contract

This is a P-4 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 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 133,180 USD and 171,708 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

The UN Secretary-General launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator - the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level - support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDGs. The position is in the United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO) in the Fiji Multi-Country Office and reports to the UN Resident Coordinator (RC). The Multi-Country Office covers Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. The RC has a team composed of national and international staff, forming the RC Multi-Country Office (RCO) for five countries, based in Suva. The UN RCO Team for Fiji MCO and closely collaborates with other two Pacific MCOs – Micronesia MCO and Samoa MCO. The Regional Coordination Specialist will be based in the Multi-Country Office in Fiji and reports directly to the UN RC for Fiji MCO. The work includes substantive collaboration with the team across the Pacific and other MCOs, as well as other UN colleagues, and regional and national partners. Tasks include, but are not limited to, support for strategic engagement with partners and regional institutions such as the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) and CROP entities, coordination and partnership to advance Agenda 2030, Pacific Agenda 2050, and the SDGs in line with the diverse national priorities, and other functions as may be delegated by the RC.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Regional Coordination Specialist will be responsible for the following: • Support the Resident Coordinator in building stronger synergies with regional and sub-regional organizations, such as the following institutions based in Fiji: The Pacific Islands Forum, Pacific Community (SPC), and other Council of Regional Organisations in the Pacific (CROP) agencies. • Coordinate and maintain effective dialogue and coordination mechanisms with the designated regional counterparts, DCO Regional Office, and Resident Coordinators from the Pacific region, to facilitate a strengthened and positioned UN in relevant regional development processes leading to the identification of new areas of collaboration and ample stakeholder participation. • Develop and provide strategic guidance and support to advance the CROP – UNCT Principles for Dialogue and Engagement, and the development and implementation of locally tailored regional level partnerships. • Guided by the CROP-UNCT Principles for Dialogue and Engagement (April 2024), strengthen and support collaboration between PIF/CROP agencies and the UN Country Team in the Pacific to deliver on regional and national sustainable development priorities, including through knowledge exchange, in-country coordination, joint programming and advocacy. • Facilitate sub-regional organizations' access to United Nations regional assets. • Facilitate and ensure the development of a sub-regional agenda for development cooperation between Pacific regional institutions and the UN development system. • Foster UN development system joined-up, regional cross-border cooperation in service of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) challenges and facilitate UN system support to regional processes. • Support and facilitate the inter-agency and region-specific coordination mechanisms on certain thematic areas, countries, and territories serviced by the MCO. • Support the coordination efforts of the development, implementation, and partnership building for regional programmes/projects serviced by the MCO. • Support the preparation of regional positions in support of regional level participation in United Nations-led processes, such as the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, ABAS commitment, UNFCCC Conference of Parties on Climate Change, sessions of the Human Rights Council, disaster-risk reduction, development finance, and others. • Lead the efforts to facilitate knowledge exchanges; provide cross-peer learning in preparation for intergovernmental processes. • Oversee the monitoring of donor agreements, contributions, and reporting calendar to ensure timely submission of donor reports. • Provide strategic support to the Resident Coordinator on substantive engagement and policy analysis in relation to the United Nations Sustainable Development Group (UNSDG). • Initiate and coordinate outreach activities; conduct training workshops, seminars, etc.; make presentations on assigned topics/activities on UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks and similar processes; provide technical and advisory support on Financing for Development options, instruments, and modalities to the RC and the UNCT. • Provide strategic inputs to ensure consistent and coordinated approaches among UN agencies, funds, and programmes on issues such as financing for development, climate change, and disaster risk reduction and other substantive areas. • Coordinate efforts in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of regional evaluations, or other research activities and studies. • Contribute to knowledge management based on the application of lessons learned from practice to future policy development. • Lead the preparation of regional knowledge products that enhance the UN's support to regional institutions. • Coordinate and conduct policy research and analyses in support of UNSDG strategic priorities and work plans to enhance the UN system-wide contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals. • Contribute to UNDCO quality assurance reviews and results reporting. • Lead and ensure an updated sub-regional level analysis and support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the UN programming with sub-regional institutions in response to regional development challenges and priorities aligned to the MSDF. • Coordinate Pacific UNCT engagement in regional meetings and events, including PIF Leaders Meetings and PIF Ministerial Meetings. Under the overall leadership of the Head of Resident Coordinator Office, provide strategic guidance to the RC and UNCT on effective, quality and timely UN support for implementation of the 2030 agenda through the CCA/UNSDCF implementation. • Support and coordinate substantive support to the RC/UNCT in articulating and actively communicating a credible and convincing strategic vision for the UN, articulated through the UNSDCF, which is consistent with national development goals and priorities of the 5 countries under MCO Fiji, UN values, aligned with the 2030 Agenda and committed to the principles of universality, equality and leaving no one behind. • In line with CCA/UNSDCF, provide strategic direction and develops recommendations to facilitate decision-making by the RC/UNCT to reposition the UN in country to advance the objectives of UN development system reform. • Develop policy recommendations to the RC/UNCT on the development, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of the new generation CCA/UNSDCF as the primary instrument for the planning and implementation of UN development activities in country. • Ensure effective guidance to the RC/UNCT in asserting vision and accountability for the UN to operate as a nimble, innovative, and enterprising development partner, demonstrating characteristics of a knowledge-based organization and thought leader. • Lead the strategic design of UN's policy and programmatic services, operational capabilities, and partnership mechanisms; • Lead the coordination of the UNSDCF through the Country Implementation Plans and results groups; directs UNSDCF monitoring, evaluation, learning (MEL) and reporting through the UNINFO platform; and guides preparation and provision of the annual UN Country Results Report to the Government and other stakeholders; • Promotes the engagement of all relevant agencies – with and without physical presence. • Lead on one-off events, engagements or high-level visits on the request of the UN RC such as the SIDS Conference. • Collect and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Perform other related duties, as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, and approaches relevant to a particular sector, functional area, or another specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze, 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. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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. 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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates an appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, finance, economics or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is an advantage.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management and policy-oriented work in a broad range of sustainable development issues is required A minimum of two years of experience in strategic planning within a development context is required. Knowledge of/familiarity with SIDS development challenges is required. Experience working in the Pacific/with Pacific regional entities is desirable. Experience in results-based management is desirable. Experience in strategic partnership development with regional institutions is desirable Experience in development planning and policy formulation in development cooperation is desirable. Experience with inter-agency or inter-organizational collaboration in the development sector is desirable. Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required; knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage. Note: "Fluency equals a rating of "fluent" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and "Knowledge of' equals a rating of "confident in two of the four areas.

Assessment

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

Special Notice

Appointment against this post is open for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension subject to legislative body funding availability. 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. Internal Applicants: When completing the form, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you. Individual contractors and consultants (Non-Staff Personnel) who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, irrespective of the administering entity, are ineligible to apply for professional and higher temporary or fixed-term positions and their applications will not be considered. 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. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira "Need Help?" link. For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or under-represented in the UN Secretariat as of 31 May 2024, are strongly encouraged to apply: Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, China, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Germany, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Libya, Liechtenstein, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Monaco, Nauru, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Republic of Korea, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu.

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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile 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. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

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