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Area Focal Point, Multiple positions

Nuwakot

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Nuwakot
  • Grade: Administrative support - LICA-5, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administration
    • Project and Programme Management
  • Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - Job-specific

The Area Focal Point will work under the overall guidance of the Project Manager and reports directly to the Project Coordinator. He/she is expected to support in well-functioning of the Area Office in term of (i) personnel and program administration; (ii) liaison and coordination and (iii) organizing project related meetings as per the requirements of the project/ UNOPS.  

Functional Responsibilities

Support personnel and program administration in the assigned work area:

  • Maintain all administrative records of personnel.
  • Coordinate regular meetings and prepare detailed meeting minute and report.

Serve as a liaison in the assigned work area:

  • Extend relationship and networking with different actors working in the area.
  • Coordinate assignments with key stakeholders, personnel, and project/UNOPS.
  • Coordinate and support implementation monitoring/ field visits as per the request from project/UNOPS.

Project meetings:
Coordinate and support in organizing, planning and progress reporting meeting and other project related meetings as per the requirement of the project/UNOPS.

  • Support in preparation of area progress reports on scheduled date and time. Consolidate issues raised in the meeting and report.
  • Ensure administrative and financial compliance.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

  • Intermediate or Diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Management, Social Science or related field. 
  • Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant field may be considered in lieu of the requirement of the Intermediate or Diploma and relevant experience.

Work Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience specifically in project support and personnel administration and liaison and coordination with relevant stakeholders.

Language

  • Proficiency in English and Nepali is required

Competencies

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.
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.

Additional Considerations

  • This post is only open for candidates who are nationals of Nepal. 
  • 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.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement 
Contract level: LICA 5
Contract duration: Initially for 1 year with a 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 

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. 
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