Associate Programme Management Officer

Organizational Context

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the UN's focal point for coordinating disaster reduction efforts and ensuring synergies among related activities. The International Recovery Platform (IRP), established in 2005, focuses on 'build-back-better' in recovery and reconstruction. The IRP Secretariat, located in Kobe, Japan, supports the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction.

Job Purpose

The Associate Programme Management Officer will support the International Recovery Platform (IRP) Secretariat in Kobe, Japan, reporting to the Programme Management Officer. This role facilitates the development, implementation, and evaluation of IRP programmes and projects, acting as a liaison with the IRP Steering Committee and partners. The position involves engaging with regional offices to promote the 'Build Back Better' priority of the Sendai Framework, conducting research, and providing substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation. The officer will also contribute to knowledge products, support meetings and outreach activities, and assist with budget coordination, aiming to advance resilient recovery and 'build-back-better' practices globally.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the development, implementation, and evaluation of IRP programmes and projects, supporting the IRP secretariat function and liaising with the Steering Committee and partners. Monitor and analyze programme development, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions. Engage with regional offices to promote the 'Build Back Better' priority of the Sendai Framework, conducting research and analyzing data. Provide substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation, including reviewing emerging issues and trends. Assist in consulting assignments, workshops, and action plan development. Contribute to written outputs and knowledge products in English and Japanese. Provide administrative and substantive support for meetings and conferences. Undertake outreach activities, manage the IRP website, develop communication materials, and support training workshops. Participate in field missions for data collection and support. Coordinate activities related to budget funding and reporting.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressive experience in project/programme management, resource mobilization, or stakeholder coordination is required. Experience in disaster risk reduction related to the Sendai Framework is mandatory. Experience with donors, the private sector, knowledge management, or international organizations is desirable.

Skills

Professionalism, communication, planning and organizing, knowledge of disaster risk reduction, research and analysis, data collection, project management, stakeholder coordination, knowledge management, outreach, and budget coordination.

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