Bachelors Degree in related decipline. Master’s in Social Sciences, Economics or related field is desirable but not requirement.
At least 7 years of work experience in project coordination and administration in development projects; Willingness to work in difficult andremote regions; Availability for numerous visits outside the base location; excellent communication and IT skills; excellent writing and language skills in English. Knowledge of local languages desirable. Good command on ERP systems.
The overall objective of the RAHA programme is to improve livelihoods, rehabilitate the environment and enhance social cohesion within communities of refugee-affected and hosting areas. Public services are being improved and policies made more effective by strengthening the capacities of the government, community institutions and vulnerable groups. RAHA is a five-year initiative started in 2010 between the Government of Pakistan (SAFRON/CCAR/EAD), the UN System, International Donors including EC and implementing partners. Under the framework of the One UN in Pakistan, RAHA is a Joint Programme Component of the Disaster Risk Management Joint Programme within the UN Delivering as One.
Summary of Key Functions:
The Sr. Project Associate shall report directly to the NPC, and facilitates him/her in identifying operational and financial issues and assist in resolving them. He / She will provide assistance to the NPC in all aspects of the project cycle with a focus on the project implementation and budget management.
The following activities shall be performed:
- Facilitate the work in all aspects of the daily administration, including processing and follow-up on budgets and financial issues, Monitoring and Evaluation, payments, travel, procurement and other operational aspects of project implementation.
- Writing project reports and progress updates.
- Provide required input in proper work planning and implementation of the project.
- Facilitate in the preparation of Term of Reference for the staff and consultants, and oversee the recruitment process
- Analysis of operational budget formats (ATLAS) in accordance with the UNDP financial management system and ensure accuracy of document and compliance.
- Analysis of operational budget formats (PROMIS) in accordance with the UNDP financial management system and ensure accuracy of document and compliance.
- Provide training on PROMIS (as and when required) to field offices and personnel in service to ensure compliance with financial rules and regulations and procurement procedures.
- Participate in periodic visit to the sub-offices to review compliance with the recognized procedures.
- Prepare the documents for reversals and adjustment entries in ATLAS if required.
- Any other responsibility assigned by the NP
Skills Required:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent Writing Skills
- Ability to work under stress and to undertake multi-tasking;
- Good physical health and ability to travel to local areas with basic travel facilities
- People management skills
Competencies and Critical Success Factors:
Functional Competencies:
Building Strategic Partnerships
Level 1.1: Maintaining information and databases
Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives
Maintains databases of donor information
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At least 7 years of work experience in project coordination and administration in development projects; Willingness to work in difficult andremote regions; Availability for numerous visits outside the base location; excellent communication and IT skills; excellent writing and language skills in English. Knowledge of local languages desirable. Good command on ERP systems.
The overall objective of the RAHA programme is to improve livelihoods, rehabilitate the environment and enhance social cohesion within communities of refugee-affected and hosting areas. Public services are being improved and policies made more effective by strengthening the capacities of the government, community institutions and vulnerable groups. RAHA is a five-year initiative started in 2010 between the Government of Pakistan (SAFRON/CCAR/EAD), the UN System, International Donors including EC and implementing partners. Under the framework of the One UN in Pakistan, RAHA is a Joint Programme Component of the Disaster Risk Management Joint Programme within the UN Delivering as One.
Summary of Key Functions:
The Sr. Project Associate shall report directly to the NPC, and facilitates him/her in identifying operational and financial issues and assist in resolving them. He / She will provide assistance to the NPC in all aspects of the project cycle with a focus on the project implementation and budget management.
The following activities shall be performed:
- Facilitate the work in all aspects of the daily administration, including processing and follow-up on budgets and financial issues, Monitoring and Evaluation, payments, travel, procurement and other operational aspects of project implementation.
- Writing project reports and progress updates.
- Provide required input in proper work planning and implementation of the project.
- Facilitate in the preparation of Term of Reference for the staff and consultants, and oversee the recruitment process
- Analysis of operational budget formats (ATLAS) in accordance with the UNDP financial management system and ensure accuracy of document and compliance.
- Analysis of operational budget formats (PROMIS) in accordance with the UNDP financial management system and ensure accuracy of document and compliance.
- Provide training on PROMIS (as and when required) to field offices and personnel in service to ensure compliance with financial rules and regulations and procurement procedures.
- Participate in periodic visit to the sub-offices to review compliance with the recognized procedures.
- Prepare the documents for reversals and adjustment entries in ATLAS if required.
- Any other responsibility assigned by the NP
Skills Required:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent Writing Skills
- Ability to work under stress and to undertake multi-tasking;
- Good physical health and ability to travel to local areas with basic travel facilities
- People management skills
Competencies and Critical Success Factors:
Functional Competencies:
Building Strategic Partnerships
Level 1.1: Maintaining information and databases
Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives
Maintains databases of donor information
Apply Online
