Programme Management Specialist
Amman
- Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
- Location: Amman
- Grade: Mid level - LICA-11, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
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Occupational Groups:
- Programme Management
- Project and Programme Management
- Closing Date: Closed
Background Information - UNOPS
UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.
Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.
With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.
A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.
Background Information - Job-specific
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Hub in Amman was established in Amman in late 2006. It implements projects in Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Yemen, Syria, and Turkey, in partnership with the Governments, International Donors, UN Agencies, and others.
UNOPS is in the process of establishing a Programme Management Office (PMO) in Amman Operational Hub to ensure that project management policies, processes and methods are followed and practiced according to the organization standards, while acting as the overall Project Assurance capacity within the business unit on behalf of the Director/ Head of Programme (Executive). The PMO will contribute to moving the UNOPS Hub in Amman toward achieving its mission-focused goals and objectives.
The functions and services of the PMO include:
• Strategic Planning/Portfolio Support: Ensuring UNOPS is focused on doing the right projects by supporting management decision-making.
• Delivery Support: Ensuring UNOPS is doing projects the right way, through supporting the effective delivery of the programme and projects especially at startup and closure stages.
• Best Practices/Assurance: Applying and assuring UNOPS standards in project management, encouraging consistent working practices and ensuring appropriate application.
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Head of Programme, the Programme Management Specialist is responsible for leading on the PMO function ensuring overall project assurance to include some or all of the following main tasks:
- Provide an ongoing health check of the Hub portfolio ensuring the programme/ projects are on track with regard to budget, schedule and quality.
- Support the Hub Director /Head of Programme in strategic oversight, advice and direction on programme and project management activities flagging any risks/issues.
- Support Partnership Unit and programme/ project managers in ensuring that UNOPS standards and practices in project management are effectively adopted in the development, implementation and closure of programme/ projects.
- Conduct quarterly and end stage assurance of all projects and programme within the Hub portfolio to ensure these are on track with regard to budget, schedule and quality;
- Ensure close interaction and coordination with HQ and the Hub business units and programme/ project staff to share information and knowledge related to project management policies, processes and methods.
Functional Responsibilities
Summary of functions:
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Competencies
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. |
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. |
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). |
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. |
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. |
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. |
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. |
Education
- A Master’s Degree in Project Management, Business Administration or related field (e.g. International Relations).
Experience
- A minimum of least 7 years of relevant and progressive professional experience, specifically in the field of Project Management with experience of successful implementation and/or oversight of programmes and projects.
- Previous experience of working within a PMO environment is an advantage.
- Knowledge of UNOPS’ project management tools, UNOPS financial and procurement rules and regulations, and financial management tools is highly desirable.
- Strong experience with porgramme analysis, project management tools and reporting is required.
Certifications
PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification is highly desirable.
MSP certification (Foundation and/or Practitioner) is an advantage.Languages
Contract type, level and duration
Contract level: LICA 11
Contract duration: One year with possibility of extension
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
Additional Considerations
- Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
- The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
- It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
- Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
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