Programme Coordinator

Location

Kagal | India

Job description

• The National Coordinator will report to the Programme Management Specialist and exercise overall responsibility for planning, implementing, and managing 3R Programme, including the financial management of the overall programme
• The National Coordinator provides overall guidance to the Programme Associate in Rwanda and works in close collaboration with colleagues in Economic Empowerment as well as key partners and stakeholders
• The national Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the knowledge management and communication efforts coming out of the programme, as well as results-based monitoring and reporting

Management of the 3R programme technical implementation:

• Manage the technical implementation of the programme and ensure synergies among the 3R programme Staff at national level;

• Manage the submission of financial and narrative reports;

• Organize Project review and/or evaluation meetings, as needed.

Manage the monitoring and reporting of the 3R Programme in Rwanda:

• Manage the monitoring of 3R programme implementation and finances using results-based management tools;

• Provide guidance to staff and partners on Results Based Management tools and performance indicators;

• Oversee field missions and review reports on monitoring missions, as needed;

• Write reports and donor reports, focusing on results, output and outcomes;

• Contribute to office donor and UN Women reports, as needed.

Oversee the Programme staff and manage the financial resources of the 3R Programme:

• Manage the programme budget and draft financial reports;

• Oversee the work of the programme Associate;

• Mentor and coach staff and support performance assessments;

• Oversee recruitment processes, as necessary.

Build partnerships and support in developing resource mobilization strategies:

• Develop and implement partnerships and resource mobilization strategies as needed;

• Finalize relevant documentation on donors and potential opportunities for resource mobilization;

• Analyze and research information on donors, prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for cost sharing.

Manage advocacy, knowledge building and communication efforts:

• Develop and review background documents, briefs and presentations related to the 3R programme;

• Represent UN Women in meetings and policy dialogues on issues related to the 3R Programme, specifically around unpaid care, as necessary;

• Develop advocacy strategies at the national level and oversee their implementation.

• Work with the Programme Associate to identify best practices and lessons learned to guide programme improvement and strategy planning;

• Develop knowledge management strategies, products and methodologies related to the 3R Programme;

• Coordinate programme communication and visibility strategies including through overseeing social and multimedia communications.

Core Values:

• Respect for Diversity

• Integrity

• Professionalism

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues

• Accountability

• Creative Problem Solving

• Effective Communication

• Inclusive Collaboration

• Stakeholder Engagement

• Leading by Example

Functional Competencies:

• Strong programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills

• Strong knowledge of Results Based Management

• Ability to synthesize programme performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-making

• Strong knowledge of gender equality and the issues around unpaid care work

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising

• Ability to develop knowledge management and communications strategies

Education and certification:

• Master s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/womens studies, international development, is required.

• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

• A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage

Experience:

• At least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;

• Technical experience on unpaid care work is an asset;

• Experience in coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is an asset;

• Experience working in the UN System is an asset;

• Experience developing knowledge management and communications strategies is an asset;

• Experience in leading/managing a team is an asset.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is required.

• Knowledge of French is an asset.

• Working knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

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