Project Analyst

In order to realize the objectives of the programme, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) seeks a national expert to support Libyan authorities with the implementation of Joint Programme activities along with project team and UNSMIL .

Summary of key functions:

S/he:

1. Effective implementation of project strategies and activities,
2. Provide effective support to management;
3. Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing,

1. Effective administration and implementation of project strategies and activities in close coordination with Libyan MOI and MOJ Joint Technical Committee for the Programme through carrying out the following tasks:

S/he:

• Provide technical support the implementation of activities related to police, justice and correction, to ensure objectives as stipulated in AWP are met, relationships are strategically managed with sensitivity.
• Remains abreast of the criminal justice system trends and applied concepts, advising on the possible new opportunities for intervention and associated risks.
• Provide advice on and support development of organizational structure of the Judicial Police Department and the corrections facilities, standard operating procedures, standing orders and other operational guidance particularly improving an effective mobilization system and security corrections system;
• Provide advice/update situation of criminal justice system mainly criminal courts, prosecutors' offices and CID, with a focus on connection to the overall human rights situation;
• Identify key Libyan legislations in relation to the following thematic areas: security legislations, laws on prisons, laws on the judiciary, laws on NGOs and laws on freedom of association.
• Prepare updates on the reform activities within the criminal justice system with assessment on their impact on the overall rule of law system;
• Facilitate trainings and field visits to justice system and ensure continuous networking and technical advice provided to key criminal justice actors;
• Report on the functionality of criminal justice system in specific areas/districts in Tripoli and beyond as linked with the goals of the joint programme.
• Support the project coordination officer in improvement/establishment of coordination mechanisms and procedures amongst the various stakeholders and criminal justice institutions/actors and participates in internal and external technical meetings representing the project under the guidance of project manager;
• Actively participates in the technical meetings, giving expert level technical inputs where and when required;
• Advises in the identification of the target communities, institutions for activities;
• Supports the international and national consultants (where applicable) with technical guidance;
• Ensures the promotion and application of the UNDP drivers of development effectiveness (promotes national ownership and the development of national capacities);
• Fosters policies and partnerships and promotes gender equality for enhanced programmatic results, and other development standards as per UNDP’s corporate multi-year strategy;
• Ensures that all programming is founded on Rights Based approach and are “conflict sensitive”, ensures adherence to the Do-No-Harm principle and any joint UN operating principles in Libya.
• Ensures the integration of cross-cutting issues, such as gender, peace building, human rights and ICT, into the design, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of programme/projects; and
• Keeps the Programme Manager abreast of emerging project issues.

2. Provides effective support to management, as follows;

S/he:

• In close consultation with the Project Manager and advisory support of relevant project assistant and operation colleagues, contributes to the elaboration of budgets for all activities in the programme portfolio and the continuous monitoring of project work plans;
• Ensures integrity of financial and administrative operations in the project through oversight of financial and budgetary aspects of the projects;
• Ensures strict and consistent application of UNDP rules and regulations and ensures the implementation of clear accountability mechanisms throughout the project portfolio; and
• Participates in internal control mechanisms for adherence to UNDP rules and regulations in contracts, assets, procurement and recruitment
• Support on requirement management based on the AWP within the budget lines
• Provide administrative support for the preparation and facilitation events, including workshops and trainings;
• Liaise and coordinate with corporate UNDP services to ensure that expected results are delivered in a timely manner.

3. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing, as follows;

S/he:

• Work with M&E and Reporting officer in the preparation of progress reports reflecting communication results, lessons learned and dissemination strategy;
• Undertake risk assessments, political and stakeholder mapping, and assist in developing options to address identified needs of sub-recipients and reinforcing capacities for effective project implementation;
• Support and where required carry out ongoing monitoring and evaluation of programme activities and ensure activities are connected to outcomes; human rights due diligence assessments; rolling political risk analysis assessment and updating of risk mitigation strategies;
• Documentation and dissemination of best practices for management and implementation of the project activities at local level;
• Provide administrative support to organized trainings and periodic workshops for programme activities;
• Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices;
• Support with the development and implementation of a communications strategy to showcase in-country activities.

Impact of Result:

The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the JP team and on its capacity to manage risk and monitor/evaluate programme activities. Accurate presentation of information strengthens the capacity of the office and promotes the image of UN/UNDP as an effective contributor to the development of the country

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
• Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment;
• Self-development, initiative-taking;
• Acting as a team player and facilitating team work;
• Creating synergies through self-control;
• Managing conflict.

Functional Competencies:  

Knowledge Management and Learning:

• In-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues;
• Actively work towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills;
• Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of the project;
• Experience in research, analysis and data management capabilities a distinct advantage;
• Fluency in Arabic required; knowledge of English a distinct advantage;
• Basic understanding and awareness of Libya country context, particularly in the security sector.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

• Ability to oversee implementation, and undertake monitoring and evaluation of projects;
• Ability to identify potential risks and challenges to project activities, and take steps to mitigate or overcome them.
• Ability to bring diverse activities into a coherent narrative;
• Ability to develop project reports;

• Supports results-based programme development and management;
• Analyze opportunities for resource mobilization;
• In-depth knowledge and technical speciality relating to the position.

Management and Leadership:

• Focuses on result for the client;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
• Supports advocacy for UNDP’s goals;
• Informed and transparent decision making.

Communication:

• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
• Ensures information flows as effectively as possible to ensure the project is effective;
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively

Education:

Master’s degree preferably in Criminology, peace, conflict and security, economics, business or public administration, political or social science, law, international studies, development studies or any other related field is a requirement. NB. A combination of a first level university degree in a relevant field and minimum four (4) years’ relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Postgraduate qualification in relevant fields desirable but not a requirement

Experenice:

• Minimum two (2) years (if holding advance university degree) or four (4) years relevant experience (if holding a first level university degree) relevant experience at the national or international level,  is required; Proven track record of successfully assuming responsibilities of similar size and complexity;
• Technical expertise in policing, law, social cohesion, peace and/or conflict and/or other directly related fields.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages;
• Experience in handling of web based management systems;
• Knowledge of UN/UNDP policies and procedures will be advantageous;
• Experience in inter-agency coordination of development or humanitarian assistance, and working with the United Nations, is desirable
• Ability to work harmoniously with people of different cultural backgrounds.

Languge Requirments:

Fluency in the English and Arabic

Others:

Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), experience in handling of web based management systems.