UN Coordination Analyst – Temporary

• Overall coordination of the process of continuously identifying, analyzing and prioritizing needs in Brazil in order to facilitate an appropriate, coherent programmatic response by UNCT, reflecting Partnership Framework (UNSDPF) priorities and SDGs;
• Facilitation of assessments and other analytical work to help determine UNCT strategy and priorities, reflecting the overall framework of Partnership Framework (UNSDPF) and SDGs; 
• Preparation of high-quality documents summarizing the developments in the Partnership Framework (UNSDPF) areas of cooperation;
• Participation in the work of the Partnership Framework (UNSDPF) Results Groups and and Inter-Agency Teams, including support for monitoring and evaluation within the context of the UNSDPF Results Matrix;
• Monitoring of all joint/collaborative programmes/initiatives of the UNCT and provision of periodic reports as necessary.

• Coordination of the RC/UNCT Work Plan, reports and proposals for funding preparation.
• Coordination of substantive preparations and support provided for UNCT retreat to review the annual workplan and other UNCT meetings.
• Monitoring of the Support to the Resident Coordinator (SRC) fund and other funds dedicated to UNCT activities. Approval of expenditures reports.
• Preparation of updates for the UN Secretariat and other UN entities, as and when required by the RC;
• Ensure tracking of latest developments and issues on UN reform, UN system and other partners that require attention and on which UN system should respond.

• Management of the UNCT’s media and communication strategies;
• Maintenance of the systematic information on UN activities.
• Implementation of the outreach strategy for partners of the UN system. 
• Preparation of speaker’s notes, talking points, speeches for major advocacy events of the Resident Coordinator system, in close consultation with the UNCT and partners.

4.  Facilitates the implementation of resource mobilization strategy for Partnership Framework (UNSDPF) implementation focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Development of partnerships with IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society.
• Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of reports on donors strategies.

• Identification of sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to country policy goals.
• Contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Organization of training to UN staff on coordination issues.

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
• Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without   favoritism

• Identifies country needs and strategies using a fact-based approach
• Sets performance standards, monitors progress and intervenes at an early stage to ensure results are in accordance with agreed-upon quality and timeframes and reports on it
• Makes use of a variety of resources based on UN/UNCT priorities to achieve results, such as cross-functional teams, secondments and developmental assignments, and collaborative funding approaches
• Oversees and documents the process of strategy formulation for programmes at country level

• Performed analysis of political situations and scenarios, and contributes to the formulation of institutional responses
• Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for global advocacy work and adapts it for use at country level

• Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues
• Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders

• Anticipates client needs
• Works towards creating an enabling environment for a smooth relationship between the clients and service provider
• Demonstrates understanding of client’s perspective

• Master’s Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field;
• OR Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience beyond the required;

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with coordination, monitoring and reporting activities to support high-level management decision with an integrated outcome approach (If performed in an international environment will be considered an asset);
• Experience in providing management advisory services, with hands-on experience with strategic planning and programming processes, including design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems.

Desirable Requirements

• Knowledge about the UN and RC systems would be an advantage.  

• Fluency in Portuguese and English is required. 
• Fluency in Spanish is an asset.

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