Programme Officer, Institution and Member States Relations Officer, P-4

Position description

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC). UNAOC is a United Nations entity that builds bridges between societies, promotes dialogue and understanding, and seeks to forge the collective political will required to accomplish these tasks. UNAOC works as a convener and facilitator to bring all sectors of society together to strengthen intercultural and interreligious dialogue to diminish hostility, and promote mutual respect and harmony among the people and cultures of the world. UNAOC’s activities are fashioned around the five pillars of Education, Youth, Migration, Media, and Women as peace mediators in identity-based settings. The Programme Officer (Institution and Member States Relation Officer) will report to the Director of the UNAOC Secretariat.

Responsibilities

Within limits of delegated authority, the Programme Officer (Institution and Member States Relations Officer) will be responsible for the following duties:

• Develops, implements and evaluates assigned activities, etc. relevant to the UNAOC mandate; monitors and analyzes its development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed; liaises with relevant parties, and member states in coordination and when requested by UNAOC Director; ensures follow-up actions.
• Reviews, monitors and maps activites of the members and non-members of UNAOC Group of Friends relevant to the mandate of UNAOC identifying common areas of interest.
• Researches, analyzes issues that fall under the UNAOC mandate and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
• Coordinates policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies, supports the implementation of UNAOC regular Action Plan.
• Generates survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identify problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
• Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g., draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
• Provides substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
• Initiates and coordinates outreach activities when requested; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Leads and/or participates in specific inter-agency or expert task forces or working groups either internally or with outside parties, on behalf of UNAOC.
• Coordinates activities related to budget funding, liaises with donors and relevant UN departments and offices; (financial agreements, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, budget, etc.).
• Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns of member states and international organizations and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field of intercultural dialogue, international relations, multilateral diplomacy, and the role of international organizations in peacebuilding and sustainable development, as they relate to the mandate of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC). Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems affecting relations between Member States and multilateral actors, particularly in the context of promoting intercultural understanding and cooperation. 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, to plan own work, and to manage conflicting priorities related to the programme of work, including liaison with Member States and stakeholders, and the delivery of action-oriented outputs. 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. Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
• 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 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.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates 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

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in business administration, international relations, political science, social sciences, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in donor relations at the national and international level is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in coordinating high-level events, including intergovernmental meetings, international conferences, and high-level dialogues convened by Member States, the United Nations or other multilateral bodies is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience advising senior managers in the United Nations Common System, intergovernmental organizations, or government inter-agency on coordination and stakeholder collaboration is required.
• Experience in consensus-building and partnership development with Member States, civil society, and external partners is desirable.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: data analytics, digital innovation, foresight methodologies, behavioral science, or organizational culture change is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

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