Programme Associate

Under the overall guidance of the Resident Representative and supervision by the Programme Analyst (NOB) and the Deputy Resident Representative, the Programme Associate ensures effective delivery of the CO programme by entering and managing data and supporting programme (projects) implementation consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.

UNDP Bahrain has an approved Country Programme Document CPD (2017-2020), which was endorsed in November 2016, it is adjusted and aligned to the Government Programme of Action, as well as aligned to the new Sustainable Development Agenda 2030 and Bahrain vision 2030. The CPD focuses on: Diversified private sector driven growth in industries and services where Bahrain has a (potential) competitive advantage; Increase Government of Bahrain efficiency and effectiveness as well as support social services and increased effective and accountable State and non-State institutions. UNDP will assist the government by supporting policy formulation and implementation in specific sectors. The themes for development projects covers areas of Government Efficiency, Social Development, Sustainable Growth, Energy, Environment, ICT, Youth, Gender and others.

The Programme Associate will supervise as needed clerical and support staff of the Programme Unit, and provides programme support services including administrative support to the DRR as well as some procurement support services. The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the CO and UNDP HQs as required for resolving complex finance-related issues and exchange of information.

Functional Competencies:             

Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda

Level 1.1: Support the preparation of information for advocacy

·         Identifies relevant information for advocacy for a variety of audiences

Results-Based Programme Development and Management

Level 1.1: Contributing to results through provision of information

·         Provides information and documentation on specific stages of projects/programme implementation

·         Provides background information to identify opportunities for project development and helps drafting proposals

Building Strategic Partnerships

Level 1.1: Maintaining information and databases

·         Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives

·         Maintains databases of donor information

·         Tracks and reports on mobilized resources

Innovation and Marketing New Approaches

Level 1.1: Implementing processes and uses products

·         Documents and tracks innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches

·         Responds positively to new approaches

Resource Mobilization (Field Duty Stations)

Level 1.1: Providing information for resource mobilization strategies

• Maintains information/databases on potential and actual donors
• Maintains database of project files
• Provides data and information needed for preparation of project documents

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Level 1.1: Basic research and analysis

·         Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Level 1.1: Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures

·         Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position

·         Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks

·         Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning

·         Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments

·         Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools, and utilizes these regularly in work assignments

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals

Level 1.1: Research and analysis

·         Identifies relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences

Client Orientation

Level 1.1:  Maintains effective client relationships

·         Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion

·         Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines

·         Responds to client needs promptly

Core Competencies:

·         Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity  

·         Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment

·         Self-development, initiative-taking

·         Acting as a team player and facilitating team work

·         Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively

·         Creating synergies through self-control

·         Managing conflict

·         Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.

·         Informed and transparent decision making

Full Terms of Reference and details may be downloaded from: http://www.bh.undp.org/content/bahrain/en/home/operations/jobs

Interested and qualified candidates are required to create a personal profile through the link provided above and to attach the CV and an application letter for the job; noting that only electronic applications submitted through the website, no later than 16^th November 2017 to be considered.

Applications that do not meet job requirements will NOT be considered.

The United Nation Development Programme in the Kingdom of Bahrain is an employer committed to gender equality and to providing equal opportunities for all.