Chief Community Development, P-4, Phnom-Penh, Cambodia

Vacancy No:  E-VN-2013-002407 Duty Station:  Phnom-Penh Country:  Cambodia Region:  EAPRO

Job Level:  P-4 Position#:  00012893 Application Close:  09-Dec-13 Contract Type:  Long-term Staff (FT)

Purpose of the Position
Under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Local Governance for Child Rights (LGCR) programme within the country programme.
The LGCR programme focuses on capacity building and community-based approaches at the sub-national level to strengthen governance, and advance the fulfilment of child rights. Its main strategies include: improving the planning and budgeting practices of communes and districts for equity-focused priorities and social investment for children; improving access and quality of basic social services particularly for the most disadvantaged children; and promoting multi-sectoral and integrated approaches to early childhood development, including disabilities. The programme emphasizes convergence of sectorial interventions in selected geographical areas to enhance results for children. Moreover it supports the sub-national level implementation of national policies under the framework of national decentralization and de-concentration (D&D), public finance management (PFM) and public administration (PAR) reform processes.

Key Expected Results
1. Ensures the preparation of the Situation Analysis and its periodic update.  Prepares sectoral input to the Country   Programme Recommendation (CPR) and all related documents, (e.g., Plan of Operations, Project Plans of Action, Country Programme Summary Sheet (CPSS), Programme Summary Sheet (PSS)), for assigned programmes/projects.
2. Participates in the formulation and development of programme goals, strategies and approaches for the UNICEF plan of cooperation. Plans, implements and monitors assigned activities.
3. Participates with UNICEF/government/and other partners in the development of strategies, methodologies and identification of new approaches for improving programme delivery, with emphasis on advocacy, community participation and social mobilization.
4. Reviews and evaluates the technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of programmes/projects in coordination and collaboration with government and other partners.
5. Provides technical support to government and non-government organizations at the national, regional and provincial levels in the planning, development and implementation stages of the programmes/projects.  Plans, organizes and conducts training and orientation activities for government personnel and beneficiaries, for the purpose of capacity building at the central and regional levels, and expansion of coverage of services.
6. Undertakes field visits, and surveys in order to monitor and evaluate project implementation. Identifies problems and proposes remedial action. Identifies alternative courses of action, to accelerate/improve programme delivery.
7. Develops the workplan for the sector and monitors compliance to ensure objectives and targets are met and achieved.  Guides and supervises professional and support staff. Ensures their training needs are met, and provides on-the-job training.
8. Coordinates with Operations/Supply staff on supply and non- supply assistance activities.  Approves disbursement of funds ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and that activities are within established plans of action, and the programme budget allotments.
9. Coordinates activities and exchanges information/ideas with other programmes, to contribute to achievement of overall country programme objectives. Participates in establishing effective monitoring, information and reporting systems, and in the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation.
10. Participates in the preparation of all programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme  analysis, annual reports, etc.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate
- Advanced university degree in Social Sciences or a related technical field
- Eight or more years of relevant professional work experience at the national and international levels in local / community development, or related field
- Experience in policy advocacy at national and sub-national levels, and planning and monitoring concepts and tools
- Knowledge about D&D processes. Knowledge and experience in social policy and budget desirable
- Knowledge and experience of IECD (Integrated Early Childhood and Development) and / or other multi-sectoral, life-cycle, or integration and convergence initiatives
- Knowledge of disability policies, concepts and strategies desirable
- Fluency in English and another UN working language required. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset

Competencies of Successful Candidate
- Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
- Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
- Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
- Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
- Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
- Negotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.
- Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
- Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of  individuals across organizational departments.
- Contributes and tries out innovative approaches and insights.


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