Location : Home Based
Application Deadline : 28-May-21 (Midnight New York, USA)
Time left : 9d 1h 53m
Additional Category : Gender Equality
Type of Contract : Individual Contract
Post Level : International Consultant
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 14-Jun-2021
Duration of Initial Contract : 5.5 months
Expected Duration of Assignment : 5.5 months
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
Background
UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.
In this role as the global voice and advocate for gender equality and the empowerment of women, UN Women must deliver to an ambitious agenda as a centre of excellence on knowledge, partnerships, advocacy and social mobilization, as well as a convener, thought leader and champion of gender equality and women’s empowerment.
2020 marked the 25th anniversary of the Fourth UN World Conference on Women and adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (1995), the international blueprint for gender equality and women’s empowerment. In that context, UN Women is convening the Generation Equality Forum (GEF), a global gathering for gender equality, co-chaired by France and Mexico, with the leadership and partnership of civil society.
In view of the crucial contribution of civil society organizations in the advancement of gender equality, women’s empowerment and women’s rights, the role of civil society and the women’s movement as partners, is seen as fundamental in the full realization of the Beijing+25 agenda. UN Women’s unique and critical role in engaging civil society and partnership building with women’s organizations as stakeholders to achieve gender equality and women’s empowerment will be key drivers in helping UN Women achieve its strategic goals and fulfil its organizational mandate, both for the Forum and the months leading up to it, including CSW65.
Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator, the Finance and operations Consultant will be responsible for providing financial, budget and administrative support to the implementation of the youth work in Generation Equality Forum, with a focus on the grant from Norway.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
1.Provide operations support to the implementation of the Norway funds contribution to Generation Equality Forum including by:
Securing the project creation and the financial monitoring, tracking of expenses, financial reporting, disbursements, ATLAS processes, and budget set up and mapping between ATLAS and RMS activities.
Ensuring a continuous and up-to-date flow of information on operational and financial issues with other sections.
Providing input and administrative assistance on all major funding initiatives and problem-solving challenges to achieve the goals of the Grant, including targeted financial results (delivery rates);
Reviewing and verifying accuracy and relevancy of the supporting documents for payments and financial reports;
2.Coordinate and organize asset management and procurement processes, including by:
Managing the provision of goods and services following established procurement corporate procedures regarding sub-contact review and award of contracts, evaluating cost effectiveness and managing negotiations in connection with agreements;
Providing substantive inputs to the preparation of procurement plans and contributing to monitoring their implementation;
3.Provide administrative and logistical support to the Office in accordance with UN Women rules, regulations, policies, and strategies including:
Preparing documentation for internal and external audits, as needed.
Ensuring effective information flow, communication and coordination between CSD and other implementing partners in regional offices and / or country offices on operational matters.
Provide any other support as requested by the supervisor
Key performances
Services are provided in compliance with UN Women rules, regulations and policies
Finances are properly identified and in a timely manner
Timely and accurate implementation of procurement contracts
Timely and accurate implementation of HR contracts
Competencies
Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
Accountability
Creative Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Inclusive Collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Leading by Example
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:
Good knowledge of administrative and financial rules and regulations
Ability to administer and execute administrative processes and transactions
Ability to extract and interpret data
Ability to manage business processes re-engineering, and implementation of new systems
Ability to perform work of confidential nature and handle a large volume of work
Strong IT skills
Ability to priorities work and to multi-task
Ability to handle web-based management systems
Good knowledge of UN operations, structure and administrative procedures
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Detail oriented
Required Skills and Experience
Required Qualifications, Experience and skills:
Secondary Education
University Degree in Business, Administration and Finance, would be desirable, but it is not a requirement
4 years of progressively responsible experience in administration, finance, procurement, human resources or logistic support services at the national or international level
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.)
Experience liaising with diplomatic personnel and UN organizations is an advantage
Language:
Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.
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