UNDP Recruiting National Project Officer

Develops, maintains and intensifies contacts with relevant Ministries ,departments and agencies(MDAs),private businesses and its associations, NGOs, civil society organizations, the Media, local representatives of other United Nations organizations such as UNDP, resource persons and the media regarding the BEITI project, UNODC programme and project matters NATIONAL PROJECT OFFICER: BAYELSA EXPENDITURE AND INCOME TRANSPARENCY INITIATIVE (BEITI) Location:     Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, NIGERIA Application Deadline:    05-Mar-10 Additional Category    Management Type of Contract:    Service Contract Languages Required: English Starting Date : ( date when the selected candidate is expected to start)    01-Apr-2010 Duration of Initial Contract:    One year BACKGROUND                   Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Coordinator and the overall guidance of the UNODC Country Representative for Nigeria, the National Project Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the project activities as set out in the project document,. : DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Implement the specified project activities in accordance with approved annual costed work plans Provide expert advice and guidance to stakeholders with respect to advocacy and sensitisation of citizens of Bayelsa state on   the BEITI initiative Build private – public partnerships Setting up working groups and manage meeting schedules for various stakeholder groups, Identify, draft terms of reference, e.g. to facilitate the initial assessment of risks, engage experts and facilitate grants Engage experts for project meetings and training workshops, where applicable, Coordinate and liaise regularly on project activities and implementation with Headquarters, Vienna, , BEITI Secretariat, other relevant nationalcounterparts, and the BEITI project team. Assist in preparing and delivering all necessary financial and operational revisions and reportsAny other duties as might be periodically required COMPETENCIES CORPORATE COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates commitment to UNODC's mission, vision and values. Shows respect and adaptability for diversity (cultural, gender, religion, race) FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES: Knowledge Management and Learning Shares knowledge and experience Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills Computer literacy, specifically advanced skills in MS Office Suite as well as writing and analytical skills. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Professionalism-  A firm knowledge of project implementation and management. Planning and Organizing-  Ability to plan and coordinate work plans, priorities competing demands and work to tight deadlines. Communication – Proven ability to draft in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively, including ability to prepare reports. Networking – Ability to form and support cooperation networks among a large array of partners. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Education: Advanced university degree in political science, public policy, economics, business administration, public administration, law, international relations or any other relevant area of knowledge. Lower level university degree with Equivalent academic preparation in technical or professional colleges or institutions with at least two more years of experience will be considered. EXPERIENCE: At least eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in Public financial management, budget tracking and budget monitoring and/or programme/project management for an international or bilateral organisation. In-depth Knowledge of the Nigerian budgeting and expenditure system and auditing   requirements, as well as UNODC mandates and objectives is a strong asset Experience at International level and knowledge of the UN system is an asset. Interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Proven advocacy, networking and negotiation skills Proven written and oral communication and presentation skills LANGUAGE: Fluency in any UN (preferably English) and national language of the duty station. Applications should be submitted on line and include the UNDP Personal History Form (P11) posted at http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc.  Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Apply Online Here           Search for high paid jobs here