Senior Portfolio Management Of

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Senior Portfolio Management Officer

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The incumbent of the position will work within the organization-wide Project Management Office (PMO), headed by a P5 Head of PMO. Internally the incumbent of the position will interact with project owners, business relations colleagues at the Division of Information Systems and Telecommunication, business analysis and regulatory framework specialists at the Transformation and Change Service and the secretary to the Transformation Governance Board. Such interactions will focus on the analysis and prioritization of proposals for new projects and initiatives proposed at the Headquarters.
In performing her/his functions the incumbent will reach out to subject-matter experts and stakeholders of projects/initiatives to seek advice and feedback on proposals.
The role of the function is mostly analytical, focusing on substantive research related to new proposals and projects and supportive to the work of the PMO in relation to the PMLC ¿ Project Management Lifecycle.
Externally the incumbent will interact with service providers and vendors as required for analytical work related to PMO functions. The incumbent may supervise internal and external experts as deem necessary.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
- Coordinate the management of UNHCR¿s programme and project portfolio with effective administration, planning and prioritization, communication, and tracking and measurement of results. 
- Prioritize within the organizational portfolio of transformation projects.
- Coordinate the assessment of transformation projects and programmes, with due consideration to the organization¿s risk exposure and tolerance.
- Manage relationship between the PMO and other stakeholders with the goal of ensuring project benefits are realized according to the agreed upon business cases.
- Work closely with business relationship specialists in DIST and TCS to develop project concepts, business cases and ensures programmes/projects with sound business cases are presented for consideration to the TGB. 
- Liaise with the secretary of the Transformation Governance Board (TGB) to enable effective decision making and delivering business value for project investments and ensure compliance with terms of reference of the TGB.
- Ensure UNHCR implements programmes and projects in adherence with its Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC) and update the PMLC as required to maintain alignment with current industry standards
- Propose improvements in the project management and governance model. 
- Respond to and complete audit recommendations and actions as needed.
- Facilitate information flow between TCS, DIST and project owners as well as with appropriate external stakeholders.
- Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For P4/NOD - 9 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 8 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 7 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree

Field(s) of Education
Business Administration;  Economics;       Organizational Management
Project Management; or other relevant field.
(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Certificates and/or Licenses
Project Management
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Minimum of 9 years of relevant and progressively responsible experience in project or portfolio management framework design and implementation at organizational level. Demonstrated ability to set high standards as well as ability to consistently meet or exceed those standards. Proven ability to work across teams and to adapt to different work methodologies. Incumbent should be a client-oriented professional with the ability to anticipate client needs and have the ability to create lasting change in dynamic work environments.

A high level of skill in design, planning and project implementation as well as demonstrated tolerance to frequently changing and highly charged situations. Demonstrated qualities of integrity, tact, diplomacy, and good management and communication skills. Ability to manage for results: translate strategic aims into achievable plans.

Desirable
At least 2 years of experience in a public or not for profit organization in an international context.

Functional Skills
MG-Client Relationship Management
MG-Change Management
MG-Organisational Development
MG-Project Management
RM-Risk Management
MG-Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) 
TR-Capacity Buidling
SO-Learning Agility 
SO-Critical Thinking and problem solving
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates. C001L3 - Accountability Level 3
C002L3 - Teamwork & Collaboration Level 3
C003L3 - Communication Level 3
C004L3 - Commitment to Continuous Learning Level 3
C005L3 - Client & Result Orientation Level 3
C006L3 - Organizational Awareness Level 3
M001L3 - Empowering and Building Trust Level 3
M006L3 - Managing Resources Level 3
M004L3 - Strategic Planning and Vision Level 3
M002L3 - Managing Performance Level 3
X005L3 - Planning and Organizing Level 3
X008L3 - Stakeholder Management Level 3
X009L3 - Change Capability and Adaptability Level 3

The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).

Please note that the closing date for vacancies advertised in this addendum is Tuesday 11 May 2021 (mid-night Geneva time).