Programme Coordination Officer, New York, Closing date: Sunday, 12 July 2015

Programme Coordination Officer, New York

• Organization: DPKO - Department of Peacekeeping Operations
• Country: United States
• City: New York, USA
• Office: DPKO New York
• Grade: P-3

Posting Title: Programme Coordination Officer, P3
Job Code Title: Programme Management Officer
Department/ Office: Department of Peacekeeping Operations
Duty Station: NEW YORK
Posting Period: 13 May 2015-12 July 2015
Job Opening number: 15-PGM-DPKO-41429-R-NEW YORK (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice

This post is financed by the Support Account for Peacekeeping Operations for a finite period of at least one year. Extension of appointment will be subject to budgetary approval. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
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.
Applicants from troop- and police-contributing countries who are found most suitable and recommended for selection will be given due consideration for positions in a peacekeeping operation or Headquarters support account funded positions in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the Department of Field Support, taking into account their contribution to United Nations peacekeeping, in accordance with General Assembly resolutions 66/265 and 67/287.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Peacekeeping Best Practices Section of the Policy, Evaluation and Training Division, Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the incumbent will report to one of the Team Leaders within the Section. Funding for this position is subject to approval by the General Assembly.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Guidance Team Leader, the Programme Coordination Officer is responsibile for the following duties

• Assist in the drafting, revision and development of guidance, lessons learned and best practice material in support of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and the Department of Field Support (DFS);
• Liaise with UN Secretariat, UN system and external partners on guidance and knowledge management issues;
• Provide synthesis of lessons and best practices into useable trend analysis to inform decision-making and contribute to development of doctrinal and guidance materials for peacekeeping;
• Assist in the promotion of knowledge sharing culture in DPKO-DFS and ensure transfer of guidance and replicable lessons using a variety of communication mediums;
• Support development of new doctrine, strategy, cross-cutting policy papers and guidance in specialist areas on priority issues in UN peacekeeping;
• Liaise with units and working groups in DPKO and DFS to support the development of guidance, lessons learned or policy with specialist areas;
• Researches and analyzes mission materials, best practices and guidance materials to capture the experiences, lessons and practices emanating from field missions and headquarters;
• Produce briefings, speeches and presentations on the DPKO/DFS guidance and best practices approaches and on lessons learned and cross-cutting policy issues;
• Undertake research based on existing mission materials, guidance, best practices materials for peacekeeping and external publications on issues affecting UN peacekeeping;
• Support Peacekeeping Operations with the provision of guidance, lesson learned and best practices material as requested;
• Perform other duties as required.

Competencies
Professionalism

• Demonstrates understanding of current issues in UN peacekeeping and/or strong awareness of peacekeeping field support policy issues;
• Ability to identify policy and doctrinal needs within peacekeeping and awareness of DPKO/DFS methodologies for doctrine and policy development or lessons learning, research, analytical and problem solving skills;
• 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.

Planning & 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

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

Work Experience

• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration, research, policy development, political affairs or international affairs, public administration, operations management or a related area is required.
• Experience working on change management or organizational learning is desirable.
• Experience working on policy development is desirable.
• Experience working for an international organization is desirable.
• Experience working in a peacekeeping mission or similar field operations is desirable.

Languages

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

Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a case study and a competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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No Fee
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