Chief Technical Advisor/ Programme Manager - Rule of Law

• Capacity of justice and security institutions strengthened and linkages forged
• Civil society contribution to rule of law and community access to justice enhanced
• Gender responsiveness of justice, security and legislative actors strengthened and women and girls’ access to justice and security improved
• Capacity of key actors and stakeholders to monitor progress and results in rule of law development increased

• Provide high-quality policy advice to the Judiciary, the Ministry of Justice (MOJ), the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA), the Liberia National Police (LNP), the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS), the Prosecution Department, the Bureau of Corrections and Rehabilitation (BCR), the Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR) and other institutional partners, in particular as it relates to issues of institutional development, accountability and oversight, and gender equality
• Support the implementation of priority justice and security sector reforms, including by strengthening the capacities of the Ministry of Justice to lead consultations with other relevant actors and stakeholders
• Train and support justice and security sector personnel in organisational development methods and tools
• Facilitate change management processes in partner institutions, including by providing high-quality advice based on international best practices
• Ensure proper information-sharing, coordination and cooperation with other development actors, including the UN Country Team and the Programme’s donors/development partners
• Help enhance working relations between the different justice and security institutions to ensure greater coordination and cooperation

• Oversee and manage all programme implementation functions, including budget and finance management, work planning, procurement, recruitment, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting functions
• Coordinate and manage the overall delivery of the Programme in an effective and efficient manner, working closely with institutional counterparts, civil society actors and donors/development partners
• Manage the Programme in an effective and result-oriented manner, ensuring that objectives and targets are met; correct inputs are provided; agreed procedures are followed; and that outputs are produced in a timely fashion
• Prepare annual work plans, human resources plans, and procurement plans in line with the programme outputs and objectives
• Monitor the delivery status and prepare quarterly progress updates - both narrative and financial - on the progress of the overall programme in relation to the agreed work plan and implementation strategy
• Ensure adequate visibility and awareness in relation to programme implementation and conduct and support resource mobilisation efforts. Act as a focal point for the Programme vis-à-vis the media, the public, donors/development partners, CSOs/CBOs etc. 
• Ensure that the programme activities are closely coordinated with all stakeholders - both national and international - and that a high level of collaboration and cooperation is in place at all levels
• Ensure adherence to applicable procedures, rules and regulations related to human resources, financial management and procurement 
• Assess the impact and effectiveness of the Programme through regular field visits and highlight achievements, progress and challenges through impact and results-driven reports
• Oversee proper implementation of M&E activities, including the upcoming Independent Outcome Evaluation
• Directly supervise the joint programme team, including staff members embedded in the different Liberian rule of law institutions
• Conduct thematic analysis and programme review, including strategic guidance on activity planning, implementation strategies and future programme orientation
• Provide support in advancing thematic coordination, including identifying programmatic entry points in the area of ROLJS and ensure consistency and complementary implementation in relation to other UNDP and OHCHR activities and interventions 
• Follow up and coordinate the conduct of regular Programme Board meetings and follow up on the decisions and recommendations made
• Carry out any other relevant duties as requested by the UNDP Deputy Resident Representative/Programme

• Ensure integrity of financial and administrative procedures as well as a consistent application of procedures, rules and regulations with regard to programme implementation and operations 
• Supervise requisitions, purchase orders and payment requests in ATLAS, and provide weekly financial delivery updates
• Provide leadership and oversight to ensure that qualitative services are provided to national partners including fair and transparent procurement processes and efficient operational support

• Ensure coherence, complementarities and coordination with other development partners in the area of rule of law, justice and security
• Spearhead efforts to put in place a robust successor programme in the context of the new CPD (2020-2024)
• Advocate for and substantially contribute to UN and multi-partner joint planning and/or programming initiatives
• Build partnerships with local and international CSOs throughout programme implementation 
• Identify funding opportunities and lead programme resource mobilisation efforts, including by developing advocacy/communication tools
• Manage, monitor and report on financial resources allocated to and delivered by the Programme to contributing partners such as UNDP/CRU as well as the programme’s donors/development partners
• Through the GFP, maintain regular communication with UNDP/CRU, DPO/OROLSI and OHCHR to enhance advocacy, support resource mobilisation and access technical expertise

• Identify sources of information related to policy-driven issues, identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to the Programme
• Contribute to UN global knowledge networks and communities of practice

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN values and ethical standards  
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability 
• Treats all people fairly without favouritism 
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills 
• Completes IPSAS training and certification in results-based management (RBM)

• Promotes a knowledge-sharing and learning culture in the office 
• In-depth knowledge of development issues 
• Ability to provide and advocate for policy advice 
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and successfully applies newly acquired skills 

• Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects and programmes
• Strong ICT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office software and experience with web-based management systems 

• Focuses on impact and results for the client and responds positively to feedback 
• Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude 
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills 
• Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors 
• Remains calm, in control and good-humoured even under pressure 
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities 

• Communicates effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation 
• Acts with tact and diplomacy
• Remains calm, in control and good-humoured, even under pressure
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities  
• Demonstrates excellent political/conflict analysis 
• Possesses the ability to convey difficult issues and positions to (senior) counterparts and officials

• Master’s Degree in Law, Public Administration, Political Science, Social Sciences or related field

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the area of design, management and implementation of justice and security sector reform processes
• Formal qualifications and operational exposure/experience in most of the following areas: justice and security sector reform, legal reform, access to justice, legal aid, gender and juvenile justice, advocacy, capacity building and related issues
• Experience in programme/project planning and execution as well as monitoring and evaluation of projects/programmes
• Excellent knowledge of UN/UNDP procedures, rules and regulations for project/programme implementation
• Experience of working in countries affected by conflict, violence and fragility
• Experience of working with government authorities as well as civil society organisations and academic institutions
• Knowledge of resource mobilisation processes of multilateral and bilateral donors, combined with experience in project/programme development and fund raising
• Outstanding analytical skills

• Fluency in English, including excellent writing skills.

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