Senior Programme Officer

B

FamilyFamily

PR4

Professional

Reason

Regular > Regular Assignment

No

2023-03-24

April 20, 2023Senior Programme Officer Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Senior Programme Officer may be based in HQ, field/regional bureau, typically reporting to and be guided by the Chief of Section/Deputy Director/Operations Manager and may supervise a small team of local and international staff. He/she may refer to UNHCR's Programme Manual (Chapter IV), UNHCR's corporate and regional strategic priorities, operation plans and other relevant institutional rules and regulations for further guidance. The Senior Programme Officer will provide strategic programmatic guidance and advice to senior management with regard to the implementation of country or Bureau level protection and solutions strategies within available resources. S/he will coordinate with the other sections/units within the Bureau and/or office(s) across the country/region to ensure harmonized programmatic approaches at all levels and throughout the UNHCR Operations Management Cycle. S/he will work in line with the overall UNHCR directions which crucially require working with partners, including with persons of concern, governmental institutions and the private sector, ensuring that programme management is approached as per UNHCR's Strategic Directions, Global Strategic Priorities (GSPs), Global Compact for Refugees (GCR), corporate positions on SDGs. The incumbent is expected to work in line with the multi-functional team (MFT) approach as defined within the Program Manual, ensuring the participation of relevant stakeholders in all phases of the Program Management Cycle. 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 - Oversee a coherent approach in assessing and analysing the needs of persons of concern in a participatory manner, using an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective as basis for planning. - Provide guidance to office(s) on programmatic aspects of developing multi-year protection and solutions strategies and annual plans with corresponding priorities taking into account corporate priorities. - Support Results Based Management and programme capacity in light of evolving requirements, programming approaches and gaps. - Support the planning process in compliance with planning parameters outlined in the Programme Manual and the planning instructions. - Ensure effective and results-based resource allocation in the planning processes and cost efficiency in the delivery of outputs. - Review and analyse plans, mid-year and year-end reports of UNHCR office(s), ensuring quality assurance and compliance with established policies, guidelines, procedures and standards. - Support the provision overall direction to broaden partnerships with key stakeholders in order to maximize the protection and solutions response for persons of concern. - Guide and provide directions to office(s) in operationalising new and emerging policies, strategies and partnerships, including in an inter-agency context, identifying opportunities and innovative solutions and ensuring compliance with existing standards. - Guide office(s) in managing a consultative process to ensure a consistent application of the framework for implementing with partners, including the effective implementation of the policy on selection and retention of partners, management of partnership agreements, risk-based project performance monitoring, and risk-based project audits, among others. - Actively contribute to UNHCRs programming of community of practice and continuously contributing to improvements of programming tools and processes. - Identify potential gaps and problems and in cooperation with other relevant sections recommend appropriate solutions to ensure the efficient implementation of programme activities - Develop comprehensive assistance programmes that compliment activities implemented from other operational partners. - Oversee a timely and effective follow-up of internal and external audits observations and recommendations that relate to programmatic issues. Job Descriptions for all UNHCR jobs will also include the following as part of the 'Duties': - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications 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, Social Science, Economics, International Relations or other relevant field. Certificates and/or Licenses Programme Management Essential: Demonstrated experience in developing and managing humanitarian projects and programmes including the allocation and management of resources. Sound knowledge of the UNHCR Operations Management Cycle Knowledge and practical experience on Results Based-Management. Demonstrated experience in field operations. Sound knowledge on the centrality of protection in programming. Enhanced knowledge on Joint Needs Assessments and the principles of targeting. Desirable: Demonstrated experience in coordination within an inter-agency context and other actors, in a refugee or humanitarian context. Solid experience in training and capacity building activities. Functional Skills PG-Resource planning PG-Needs Assessment and Response Analysis PG-Stakeholder management and coordination with Implementing Partners (Gov/NGO/Corporate) PG-UNHCR's Programmes PG-Results-Based Management (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. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. 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.

The incumbent should have extensive experience in supervising and coordinating all programme-related activities in refugee and IDPs situations as well as managing partnership with the government, National and International NGOs as well as UN Agencies. The followings are assets: experience with the Inter-Agency Cluster planning process, experience in developing MY strategy following new RBM framework, experience in joint programming, experiences with overseeing earmarked expenditures and developing project proposals to ECHO, Hosei, CERF or other donors

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Operational context

Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:

To view occupational safety and health considerations for this duty station, please visit this link:

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Nature of Position:

Close to one million people have been internally displaced by armed conflict in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado Province since 2017. Mozambique currently also hosts more than 30,000 refugees and asylum seekers, of which 9,500 reside in Maratane refugee settlement, Nampula Province. Another root cause of displacement is Mozambique’s susceptibility to natural disasters, as evidenced by cyclones in 2019, 2021 and 2022. UNHCR leads the Protection Cluster at national and at Cabo Delgado levels, and is key member in CCCM as well as in Shelter & NFIs Clusters. Mozambique pledged at the Global Refugee Forum to continue local integration advocacy and increase access to education, health care and basic services for refugees and host communities by 2023. Important Government strategies/plans are underway to address the root causes of the conflict, mitigate its impacts and drive development.

UNHCR is also working with development actors to support the inclusion of IDPs and refugees into development plans, actions and policies and thus leaving no one behind in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNHCR Mozambique works in partnership with the National Institute for Refugee Assistance (INAR) as well as with all relevant line ministries for refugee response. For IDPs response, the operation has partnership with international and national partners as well as sister UN Agencies including Institute for Disaster Management and Risk Reduction (INGD). UNHCR Mozambique is a part of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) as well as actively involved in Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP). UNHCR is an active member of all four Strategic Priority groups of the UNSDCF and the Programme Management Team (PMT) that serves as a think-tank and advisor to the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) for the implementation of the UNSDCF.

The incumbent reports to the Assistant Representative (Operations) and supervises the programme team in Maputo (JPO Associate Programme Officer, UNOPS Programme CBI Officer and G6 Programme Associate). S/he works closely with and guides the programme team based in FO Nampula (IUNV Associate Programme Officer, NOA Assistant Programme Officer, G6 Programme Associate) and based in SO Pemba (P3 Programme Officer, IUNV Associate Programme Officer and G6 Programme Associate). The incumbent should have extensive experience in supervising and coordinating all programme-related activities in refugee and IDPs situations as well as managing partnership with the government, National and International NGOs as well as UN Agencies.

Living and Working Conditions:

Mozambique has a total population of about 29 million people and Maputo is its capital city. The total area of Mozambique is 799 380 Km square from North to South. It is tropical hot and humid. The hottest and wettest months are December to February, when the average daily minimum temperatures are around 22 °c and the average daily highs of 30 °c. The rain season is between October and April. Winters (June to August) are mild with the average daily temperature ranging from 13 °C to 24 °C.
Maputo is a B, Family duty-station where the security level is considered low (2).
The security situation in the Southern area is relatively calm, the biggest concern being criminality in the main urban centres of Maputo, Matola, Xai-Xai and Inhambane cities.
Floods occur every two to three years, with higher levels of risk in the southern provinces. Seasonal rains (November to April) and the lack of drainage infrastructure to accommodate storm water runoff often leads to flash floods.
Traffic accidents are common in Mozambique due to the poor condition of the roads and poor driving and vehicle standards.
The metical is the local currency and exchange rate stands at USD 1 equivalent to about 63.25 meticais (MZN) as per March 2023. There is a wide range of Banks and ATMs to meet financial needs. Credit/debit cards are accepted in most places.

The public healthcare system in Mozambique is basic and limited. Private clinics can be found in Maputo and other larger cities in Mozambique. Mozambique lies in a malaria zone, so the necessary precautions should be taken: Avoiding mosquito bites by using nets, candles and sprays is recommended.
Vaccinations for diphtheria, hepatitis A, tetanus and typhoid are recommended. Tap water in Mozambique is not safe to drink, so bottled or boiled water should be used instead. Communication and transport services are available at various costs. The housing market is healthy but quite expensive, with a wide selection of apartments and houses for rent. Apartments can be rented from US$ 1,000 to US$ 1,500 per month and meals at the restaurant cost between US$ 10 and US$ 30.
Maputo has several open food markets and several large supermarkets that sell food, clothing, and household goods at reasonable prices. There are cinemas, several bars and discotheques for entertainment. Maputo is only two to three hours drive away from Swaziland (Mbabane) and South Africa (Nelspruit).

Additional Qualifications

Skills

BA: Business Administration (Required), BA: Economics (Required), BA: International Relations (Required), BA: Social Science (Required)

Certifications

Programme Management - Other

Annual Budget OL in Operation/Office, Number of Persons of Concern Served, Number of Workforce in Operation/Work Setting, Workforce to Supervise, Working with Persons of Concern: Asylum Seekers, Working with Persons of Concern: Internally Displaced Persons, Working with Persons of Concern: Refugees, Working with Persons of Concern: Returned IDPs

Competencies

Accountability, Analytical thinking, Change capability & adaptability, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Empowering & building trust, Judgement & decision making, Leadership, Managing performance, Managing resource, Negotiation & conflict resolution, Organizational awareness, Strategic planning & visions, Teamwork & collaboration

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Compendium

March 2023 Compendium - Part B

Additional Information

This position doesn't require a functional clearance