Project Support Officer - Islamabad, Pakistan - United Nations Development Programme

    United Nations Development Programme
    United Nations Development Programme Islamabad, Pakistan

    2 weeks ago

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    Under the guidance and direct supervision of Portfolio Manager WEE&SL WEE & SL, the PSO supports the implementation of the project interventions, monitoring of progress, timely reporting and resolving any programme related issues in the target districts.

    Under the direct supervision of the Portfolio Manager WEE&SL, the PSO will undertake the following tasks:

  • Providing effective support to management of the Women's Economic Empowerment Project and WEE&SL Programme in the province:
  • Support presentation of background information for implementation of UN Women WEE & SL programme including input in project documents, annual work plans, budgets, proposals on implementation arrangements.
  • Facilitate coordination with provincial programme teams on performance indicators/ success criteria, targets and milestones, preparation of donor reports, quarterly and annual reports
  • Support PM in management of programme activities and ensure effective implementation and monitoring of WEE &SL programme
  • Support coordination with other UN Women programmes to deliver on UN Women annual workplan
  • Providing administrative support to the Women's Economic Empowerment Project, and WEE&SL Program Unit
  • Provide regular support on timely preparation & execution of program approved work plans
  • Contribute to the development of monitoring indicators, calendars, and field monitoring plans
  • Develop and maintain supporting documents for payments, partner's narrative and financial reports.
  • Support implementation of the UN Women partnerships and resources mobilization strategies, preparation of reports.
  • Facilitate the reporting of results to Portfolio Manager and Programme Team:

  • Support the process of meeting internal and external reporting requirements and deadlines, including annual reporting process.
  • Review progress reports submitted by partners and provided feedback to improve quality and timeliness of reporting.
  • Collect and maintain data for country, regional and global corporate reports, mid-term reviews, and final evaluations.
  • Collate information for preparation of call for proposals, effective application of Result Based Management (RBM) tools, and establishment of management targets.
  • Required Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Science, Development Studies, Gender Studies, Management or related discipline.
  • At least 3 years' progressively responsible administrative or programme experience is required at the national or international level. Preference will be given to those who have worked on issues related to gender equality/ women's rights.
  • Knowledge of planning, designing and implementing RBM products and strategies.
  • Experience in drafting reports, including using RBM, M&E tools and techniques, and approaches for the presentation of information through use of graphic, pictorial, video or other appropriate communication means.
  • Proven analytical and report writing skills and knowledge of research Methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of gender and development issues in Pakistan.
  • Proficiency in the use of software used for preparing reports including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) is required
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work and function as part of a team; and
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English and Urdu is required, knowledge of local language will be an asset
  • Duration Of Assignment And Duty Station:

  • The total duration of the assignment is 10 months. The consultant will be responsible for his/her own travel and accommodation during field visits, the costs incurred will be reimbursed as per standard rates of UN upon return and submission of required standard documents.
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