Regional HIV & AIDS Progamme Coordinator
2 year contract with possible extension
Based in Nairobi, Kenya

HelpAge International (HelpAge) is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives. With more than 70 affiliates and 300 partners across more than 50 countries the HelpAge International network brings together hundreds of organisations worldwide.

The Africa Regional Development Centre (ARDC) is one of six regional centres working to build and strengthen older people’s organisations around the world which provide a wide range of services related to social protection, sustaining a livelihood in old age, HIV and AIDS, discrimination & abuse, health and emergencies.

The overall purpose of the job is to work with the Portfolio Manager of the BIG Lottery Fund supported programme in ensuring the effective implementation of projects in at least two African countries.

The Programme Coordinator will provide information on best practice for HelpAge International and contribute to HelpAge’s strategy of enabling older men and women to receive quality health HIV and care services as well as specifically support the HIV and AIDS advocacy strategy.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or any other relevant discipline with three years work experience in an NGO. Strong numerical, communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills are essential attributes for this role. Familiarity with HIV and AIDS programme implementation and advocacy is preferred, as well as ability to write well designed reports.

HelpAge International Job Description

Job Title: Regional HIV & AIDS Programme Coordinator [AFR600]

Grade: NS2

Location: Africa Regional Development Centre, with regional travel

Responsible to: Regional Programme Manager

Reporting to: HIV and AIDS Portfolio Manager

Relations with Others:

Affiliates, partners, Country Development Programmes- to support, train, monitor and evaluate in the implementation of AFR 600 projects and keeping in line with the wider HIV and AIDS strategy of the ARDCRegional Development Centre staff – to ensure synergy and linkages with the Social Protection, Rights and Emergency global action areas, Advocacy and Communications and promote donor compliance, build the knowledge base at the ARDC and consistency of approach in HelpAge International’s work in the region and to ensure the development of complementary activitiesDevelopment organizations working on HIV & AIDS – to share information and influence changes in policies and practicesRelevant national and regional HIV and AIDS and social protection networks, forums and working groups, the media and associations of PLHIV to ensure that we are building appropriate alliances in our quest for inclusive policies and programmesStaff and volunteers of NGOs, INGOs and Governments to disseminate learning and sharing of experiencesIn HelpAge London with the project team involved in project 9 in relation to the tasks of the Programme and with the learning and evidence team to contribute to the wider organizational learning agenda Overall Purpose of the Job

To work with the Portfolio Manager of BIG Lottery Fund supported programme in ensuring the effective implementation of BLF projects in at least two countries, and to provide information on best practice for HelpAge International and others and to support and contribute to HelpAge’s strategy of enabling older men and women to receive quality health HIV and care services and specifically support the HIV and AIDS advocacy strategy.

Job Activities

Provide on-going daily support to partners in AFR 600 projects for Ethiopia and Uganda for effective and timely implementation of the nine projects within the framework of the project contracts. Support the Portfolio Manager to receive and coordinate both narrative and financial reports from partners in six countries and to develop quality control mechanisms to ensure efficient reporting to BIG Lottery Fund.Help develop HelpAge’s regional and global HIV and AIDS strategy by taking a lead in AFR 600 projects in two countries within the portfolio that promotes older people’s active participation in lobbying and advocacy.Support partners and beneficiaries in the two countries in developing national HIV and AIDS policies and strategies that ensure the inclusion of older people’s issues in the current HIV and AIDS strategiesBuild the capacity of partners in to develop and implement sound HIV and AIDS programmes, through effective training events and timely mentoring. Support the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer in data quality assurance issues and the Learning Officer to ensure consistency in data and type of learning gathered and disseminated Support the Regional Advocacy and Communications Manager in providing technical support and guidance to the project advocacy groups and to partner organizations in implementing regional level advocacy initiatives Contribute to the development and dissemination of information on key lessons learnt in the HIV and AIDS work within and beyond the HelpAge network in Africa and globally.Develop links and share experiences with other stakeholders in order to promote the mainstreaming of ageing issues in HIV and AIDS, poverty reduction and advocacy programmes development work.Support the Portfolio Manager in strengthening best practices in governance in partner organizations.Participate in the activities of the HelpAge International Africa Regional Development Centre and undertake additional duties as requested to achieve the Regional Development Center’s and HelpAge International’s overall objectives.Extent of Authority

The post-holder will make day-to-day decisions regarding the implementation of work within an agreed set of Performance Objectives worked out with the post-holder’s line manager.

Person Specification

Essential

Degree level of educationA minimum of three years experience in working with NGOs managing and implementing development programmes A minimum of 5 years experience in development work, especially at the policy levelExperience in advocating issues affecting vulnerable groups and influencing policies and strategies in line with thisAn in-depth understanding of HIV and AIDS and related issues in AfricaExtensive experience in programme developmentExperience in institutional strengtheningAppreciation of and experience in operational research and its application in programmingUnderstanding of participatory knowledge management and willingness to document and disseminate lessons learntExperience in the operation of an international development organisation.Fluent spoken and written EnglishAbility to write narrative and financial reports of a standard required by international donor organizations.Skills in working with local and national agencies and to represent the work of HelpAge International to them and their beneficiaries.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people, including project participantsKnowledge and interest of ageing preferredFamiliarity with HIV and AIDS, public health, international development, and/or social science researchTo apply for this position, please send an updated CV and covering letter by 7th March 2011 explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to:

Human Resource Officer
HelpAge International
Africa Regional Development Centre,
P.O. Box 14888 - 00800
Westlands, Nairobi
Email: helpage@helpage.co.ke

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer

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Closing date: 28 Feb 2011
Location: Kenya - Nairobi, Kenya Amman, JORDAN (with requirement of frequent Missions to Iraq and possible move to Iraq)
ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION: UN-HABITAT

DUTY STATION:ASSIGNMENT STATION: Nairobi, Kenya Amman, JORDAN (with requirement of frequent Missions to Iraq and possible move to Iraq)

FUNCTIONAL TITLE:Programme Manager, UN-Habitat IRAQ Progamme

GRADE:P-6

POST DURATION: One year

CLOSING DATE: 26 February 2011

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Background

UN-HABITAT, the United Nations agency for human settlements, helps the urban poor by transforming cities unto safer, healthier, greener places with better opportunities where everyone can live in with dignity. It works with organizations at every level, including all spheres of government, civil society and the private sector to help build, manage, plan and finance sustainable urban development.

UN-HABITAT has been managing programmes in Iraq for nearly 15 years and is involved in a number of reconstruction and rehabilitation projects in addition to technical assistance & capacity building in the Housing, Urban and Community Infrastructure sectors with a total portfolio since 2005 worth approx. $100 million. The programme is managed by an Amman and in-country based teams of international staff and locally employed staff led by a Programme Manager (PM). The PM is the front line contact for the UN-HABITAT Iraq Programme, is responsible for strategic oversight of all UN HABITAT-supported projects, programmes and partnerships and enjoys a substantial Delegation of Authority. The PM represents UN-HABITAT in UN Country Team (UNCT) as Head of Agency.
Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, Regional Office for African and Arab States (ROAAS) and working in active consultation with the Nairobi-based Senior Human Settlements Officer for the Iraq Programme, the PM has the following duties and responsibilities:
Leadership and representation

* Promotes a positive and accurate image of UN-HABITAT within the UN Iraq Programme, including through engagement in high-level policy dialogue and through participation in relevant strategic policy and programme fora.
* Builds strong partnerships with relevant Ministries of the Government of Iraq to support policy formulation and capacity development related to sustainable human settlements development.
* Represents UN-HABITAT at the Iraq UN Country Team meetings and ensures that UN-HABITAT is able to provide state-of-the-art technical expertise to strengthen the human settlements development dimensions in UNCT programmes and policies.
* Fosters partnerships and collaboration with donors, and other international agencies to mobilize resources for projects, programmes on human settlements development.
* Builds strategic alliances with Habitat Agenda partners, and other development agencies in Iraq working in the field of human settlements development.

Programme Development and Management

* Leads on the development and monitoring of UN-HABITAT's Iraq Assistance Strategy and Programme, ensuring that it is aligned with national and UNCT priorities.
* Promotes and guides the development of effective joint programmes with sister UN agencies, including to ensure UN-HABITAT's full contribution to development and implementation of the UN Assistance Strategy and other UN coordination initiatives.
* Contributes to the preparation, implementation and monitoring of rehabilitation and Technical Assistance and Capacity Building programmes for sustainable human settlements development.
* Supervises timely and high quality and visibility (website, publications, and consolidated programme data) to ensure that information about UN- HABITAT's work is easily accessible to stakeholders and partners.

Managerial Functions: The PM is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of UN HABITAT financial and human resources in the Amman Office including:

* Staff Management: In line with the UN rules and regulations, the PM ensures effective management, career development, and security of all staff.
* Financial management: In line with the delegation of authority, the PM ensures proper financial management of, and accurate and timely reporting on programme/project resources.
* Strategic management: The PM ensures effective and efficient management of partnerships with all key development partners.

Competencies

Demonstrates and uphold UN Core Values: Integrity, Respect for Diversity and Professionalism
Core Competencies:

* Professionalism _ has substantive and demonstrated professional experience in the area of human settlements development and is policy competent. Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN-HABITAT. Remains calm in stressful situations and shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges
* Accountability _ takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs within time, cost and quality standards.
* Communication _ demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and concise style.

Managerial Competencies:

* Leadership _ Proven track record of excellent management and technical leadership skills and ability to delegate appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision making authority. Proven Record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling work environment, including the ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff and design training skills enhancement initiatives to ensure effective transfer of Knowledge/skills. Demonstrated flexibility in leadership by performing and/or overseeing change initiatives, including the analysis of complex human resources, budgetary, financial or administrative management policy and programmatic issues.

* Vision _ The incumbent would contribute substantively to developing the strategic vision of the office, translates vision into reality but generating broad and compelling direction whilst providing guidance to the professionals of ROAS.

* Managing Performance _ managing the performance of professionals in the various priority areas. Proven capacity to motivate and manage a multi-national team of high level professionals and support staff. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff. Apply work programme implementation progress against milestones.

* Building Trust and Empowerment _ Promoting reciprocal relationships between UN-HABITAT and the country.

Required Skills and Experience

Education.
Advanced degree in Engineering/Architecture/Planning or any relevant disciplines related to international development or a first university degree with a relevant combination of professional and academic qualifications.

Work Experience
At least fifteen years of progressively responsible post qualification experience in managing development programmes, including at least 8 years of experience in human settlements development at national and international levels preferably obtained from UN-Habitat or from another UN Agency/field/programme. Work experience in a UN Security Phase 3 duty station would be an advantage.

Language
English and French are the working languages of the UN. Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

Skills
Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Word, Spreadsheets, email and internet search functions. Knowledge of UN rules and regulations related to technical cooperation. Proven ability to Fund Raise resources for Technical Co-operation Projects.

Remuneration

See UN website http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/index.html

Please download the form (MS-Word) UN Personal History Form (P11) from Vacancy web site http://www.unon.org/vac.php
Please note that applications received after the closing date stated above, will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for interview. The salary will be determined according to the qualifications, skills and relevant experience of the selected candidate. In line with UN-HABITAT policy on gender equity, applications from female candidates will be particularly welcome.

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