Application Deadline : 31 Jan 2013
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announces post of UN Strategic Planning Specialist and is seeking applications from the eligible applicants. Job location is Kinshasa, Congo, Dem. Republic. Duration of initial contract is one year . Applicants must have the ability to present ideas orally to diverse audiences, superior drafting ability in English and working knowledge of French will be an asset.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Policy Development and Planning.
- Provide input and guidance to the design of UN Strategic plans.
- Strengthen Coordination mechanisms.
- Support Communications, Advocacy and Resource Mobilization.
- Support Integration efforts.
Impacts of Results:
The development of joint strategic frameworks will help accelerate implementation of the country’s Poverty Reduction Strategy, Country Assistance Framework and Programme d’Actions Prioritaires, as well as the UN’s security and stabilization support strategy and Peace Consolidation Programme. Preparing for a smooth transition and drawdown of MONUSCO will boost the UN’s credibility and effectiveness in a post-crisis setting.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Masters degree in social sciences, political science, law, international relations, development studies, or related subjects.
- At least 7 years of experience with international organizations (preferably with the UN and in inter-agency coordination/cooperation); experience in an UN RC Office is an advantage.
- Strategic vision and strong technical and analytical capabilities.
- Excellent political judgment.
- Ability to negotiate at decision-making level.
- Ability to handle effectively multiple tasks without compromising quality, team spirit and positive working relationships.
- Proven experience in humanitarian and transition coordination and resource mobilization.
- Cultural sensitivity, inter-personal skills and ability to work smoothly under pressure.
Language Requirements:
- Ability to present ideas orally to diverse audiences, superior drafting ability in English, working knowledge of French an asset.
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