Deadline: 21 August 2015
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is currently accepting applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Project Officer, Policy Analyst/Researcher based in Manila, Philippines.
UNDP works in more than 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Project Officer, Policy Analyst/Researcher will perform the following functions-
- Lead in the development and pilot-testing of disaster preparedness audit program, putting in place an organized and comprehensive disaster preparedness at the national and local levels;
- Assist in the preparation of the Annual Work and Financial Plan (AWP);
- Support implementation and monitoring of the AWP;
- Assist in the preparation of project technical/physical accomplishment and financial reports;
- Provide advice to project partners to resolve implementing issues/concerns;
- Perform other functions related to the Project as may be assigned by the Project Manager from time to time;
- Assist the Project Manager in coordinating with resource persons in the review and assessment of DRRM/CCA management policies towards harmonizing/standardizing the latter, and in the capacity assessment and competency development of key national and local government agencies and LGUs;
- Help coordinate the conduct of DRRM/CCA policy review and assessment, and capacity assessment/competency development of target stakeholders and duty bearers;
- Support the Project Manager in organizing consultations with relevant national and local government agencies and other institutions;
- Assist in the generation and dissemination of knowledge products on DRRM/CCA; and
- Help ensure the documentation of lessons learned from the implementation of the Project.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- University degree in social sciences, social work and development, public administration or other relevant fields;
- At least five (5) years of professional experience in conducting policy review and analysis, module development, DRRM/CCA trainings and project management;
- Applied knowledge on gender-responsive plans, policies, and programs, and familiarity with international standards;
- Fluency in the English and national language.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through online process.
For more information, please visit UNDP.
