Senior Programme Management Officer, Administration
Organizational Context
The Department of Operational Support (DOS) provides operational support and advisory services across the UN Secretariat. The Support Partnerships Service (SPS) within DOS coordinates relationships with external partners like regional organizations and governments. This role sits within SPS, reporting to the Chief of Service, and contributes to managing these crucial operational support partnerships.
Job Purpose
The Senior Programme Management Officer is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned programmes and projects within the Support Partnerships Service. This involves directing subordinates, monitoring progress, identifying and resolving issues, and ensuring effective operational support across UN entities. The role also focuses on coordinating with various UN actors and external partners to facilitate the provision or receipt of operational support. Key aspects include managing strategic support issues, contributing to policy development, and ensuring gender mainstreaming in all program activities. The officer will also oversee the preparation of various reports and documents, lead field mission planning, and manage budget and funding activities, acting as a liaison and spokesperson for the service.
Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned programmes and projects, directing subordinates in project management, monitoring, and assessment. Review relevant documents, identify priorities, and propose corrective actions. Ensure the implementation of gender mainstreaming guidelines by assessing implications for men and women in all planned actions. Direct research and programme evaluation, presenting findings from diverse sources. Monitor strategic support issues and operational requirements in UN operations, contributing to departmental policy development. Supervise the preparation of various written outputs, including reports, studies, and speeches. Direct substantive support for meetings and conferences, including agenda setting and document preparation. Lead the planning of field missions, providing guidance and drafting mission summaries. Coordinate budget and funding activities, ensuring timely preparation of financial reports. Serve as a spokesperson and establish collaborations with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure effective staff utilization, supervision, development, and mentorship. Lead data collection and analysis efforts to inform planning and decision-making.
Work Experience
A minimum of ten years of progressive experience in project or programme management, administration, or a related field is required. Five years of experience in partnership issues within an international or regional organization is necessary. Two years of experience providing programmatic support in a field operation and two years contributing to crisis/emergency response are also required. Experience in negotiating multi-stakeholder agreements and preparing policy briefings/reports is essential. Experience managing small teams is desirable.
Skills
Programme and project management, Partnership coordination, Strategic planning, Policy development, Budget and financial management, Report writing, Data analysis, Team leadership and supervision, Communication, Negotiation, Interpersonal skills, Gender mainstreaming, Problem-solving, Decision-making.