Kenya: Programme Analyst (HIV & AIDS Partnerships) - (Local position)

I. Position Information

Job Title: Programme Analyst (HIV & AIDS Partnerships) Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya Reports to: HIV & AIDS Programme Specialist & Deputy Country Director Current Grade: SB4 (SC8) Type of Contract: Service Contract

II. Organizational Context

UNDP has been at the forefront globally and at country levels to support national responses to HIV & AIDS together with other development partners. In Somalia, UNDP has been actively involved in the HIV & AIDS response since 2004. UNDP’s main focus is to help countries put HIV & AIDS at the centre of national development; build national capacities of government at all levels, as well as work closely with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) which include religious leaders, and People Living with HIV (PLHIV) to support a coordinated and effective response to the HIV epidemic.

The Programme Analyst will report to the HIV Programme Specialist. Their main tasks will include, but are not limited to: institutional capacity building and support for the three AIDS Commissions in Somalia, strengthening District and Community Responses to HIV & AIDS, working with Civil Society Organisations (CSO’s) and individuals which include Religious Leaders and People Living with HIV to help strengthen the response to HIV & AIDS in Somalia. The person selected for this position should therefore be able to work with partners in a responsive client orientated manner.

The Programme Analyst will work on a daily basis with colleagues from other Units at UNDP, which will require that the incumbent for this position have strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization.

The Programme Analyst will also work in close collaboration with Government Officials, UNDP operations team, programme staff in other UN Agencies, as well as Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to ensure the successful implementation of UNDP programme.

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions: 1. Provision of Technical Assistance and support the implementation of all HIV & AIDS Projects implemented by UNDP on behalf of the Global Fund for AIDS, TB and Malaria (GFATM)

Provision of financial resources management Provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building Provision of efficient procurement and logistical services

Provision of efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation, and representation

Provision of Technical Assistance and support the implementation of all HIV & AIDS Projects implemented by UNDP on behalf of the Global Fund for AIDS, TB and Malaria (GFATM), focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Provide Technical Assistance and oversee the implementation of all work carried out in partnership with the three AIDS Commissions in Somalia. • Provide capacity building support to the three AIDS Commissions in Somalia • Provide Technical Guidance and support for Community Conversations on HIV & AIDS to strengthen district and community responses to HIV & AIDS. This will include working closely with selected NGOs and Civil Society Organisations, plus Religious Leaders and People Living with HIV & AIDS. • Provide support to mainstreaming HIV & AIDS into all other programmes and projects at UNDP e.g. Governance and Rule Of Law supported projects • Attend HIV & AIDS technical meetings in Nairobi and in Somalia which include HIV & AIDS Working Group and Health Sector Committee meetings as well as IPTCS (Intergrated Prevention Treatment Care and Support) meetings. • Provide technical advice and support to 3 Somali Area Project Managers based in Somaliland, Puntland and South Central. • Participate in the establishment of collaborative working partnerships with project partners and appropriate operational arrangements.

Ensures effective and accurate financial resources management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Ensure accountability of the use of all project funds by ensuring accurate and timely preparation of regular financial reports for UNDP, donors and counterparts, consistent with UNDP rules and regulations • Provide leadership in overseeing effective provision of services to counterparts including fair and transparent procurement and sound financial management; • Proper planning and expenditures tracking in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations.

Ensures provision of high quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Provide technical assistance for policy development

• Provide technical assistance to institutions that will address the country’s needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.

Ensures efficient procurement and logistical services management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Project compliance with corporate rules and regulations in the field and management of procurement processes including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management and performance measurement, in liaison with UNDP procurement unit.

• Plan, organize and oversee the necessary administrative and other logistical support to consultancy missions, workshops, overseas learning and other project activities.

Ensures efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and representation focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Ensure the achievement of outputs in line with the approved work plan through day-to-day planning, management, coordination and implementation of activities in Somalia, as per UNDP financial and procurement procedures • Undertake regular monitoring visits to project sites and supports gathering of data/information for project monitoring and evaluation processes ensuring compliance with UNDP M&E requirements in reporting on programme results and progress towards outcomes. • Provide inputs to the HIV & AIDS Programme Specialist in the preparation of narrative reports as well as in the planning and revision of project workplans.

IV. Impact of Results

The key results will have a direct impact on the overall effectiveness and success of UNDP’s HIV & AIDS interventions and activities to achieve the Millennium Development Goals in Somalia. Effective implementation of the key results, together with efficient management of all HIV & AIDS related activities will enhance the organization’s capacity and credibility in implementation of highly effective programmes with strong impact.

V. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:

? Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards ? Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP ? Displays strong cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability ? Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning ? Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example ? Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness ? Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver tasks on time ? Ability to participate effectively in a team ? Ability to manage complex problems proactively and effectively, including responses to field based emergencies. ? In-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues ? Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills. ? IT competencies in Word, Excel, Power Point and the internet

Management and Leadership ? Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback ? Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude ? Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills ? Demonstrates strong analytical and management skills ? Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities ? Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills ? Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure ? Acceptance of additional responsibilities and capacity to work under pressure

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: Masters’ Degree in Public Health, Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences or any other related field with 3 years’ of qualifying experience, or a Bachelors degree in Public Health, Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences or any other related field with a combination of 5 years’ qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a Masters’ degree.

Experience: • Minimum of 3 years HIV & AIDS work experience with a Masters’ degree or 5 years with a Bachelors degree in a Muslim Country. • Experience in project management coupled with provision of technical support to a range of different stakeholders and partners, including National AIDS Commissions • Experience in UNDP ‘Community Conversations for HIV’ in Somalia is highly desirable • Experience in mentoring and building the capacity of key individuals and organizations • Familiar with international development issues • Strong IT skills.
• Experience with ATLAS or another platform for enterprise financial resource management an asset.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is essential. Fluency in Somali is desirable .

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