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United Nations Development Programme<br />
UNDP Jobs: ADVOCACY AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER<br />
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<u>ADVOCACY AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER</u></h3>
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<tr><td class="field"><strong>Location :</strong></td>
    <td>Dhaka/Outside of Dhaka, BANGLADESH                    </td>
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<tr><td><strong>Application Deadline :</strong></td><td>24-Jan-13</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Type of Contract :</strong></td><td>Service Contract</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Post Level :</strong></td><td>SB-3</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Languages Required :</strong></td><td>
English   </td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Starting Date :</strong><br />(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)</td><td>15-Mar-2013</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Duration of Initial Contract :</strong></td><td>1 year initially (Extendable)</td></tr>
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Background</h3>
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    <td colspan="2">Under the guidance and direct supervision of 
Project Manager, the Communications and Advocacy Associate supports the 
formulation and implementation of the communications and advocacy 
strategies to increase the standing and awareness of UNDP with partners,
 the media and the public. The Communications and Advocacy Associate 
promotes a client-oriented approach in UNDP and Project.<br />
  S/he 
will be responsible for planning and communication related support in 
the efficient and effective execution of project activities. In carrying
 out her/his responsibilities, S/he will develop the a strong 
communication tool and provide necessary information among all the 
stakeholders. S/he will advocate and promote the work of UNDP in 
Bangladesh and will also work closely with project team and programme 
cluster, Government officials, private sector, non-government and civil 
society organizations. <br />
 
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Duties and Responsibilities</h3>
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    <td colspan="2">1.Supports the formulation and implementation of 
project communications and advocacy strategies, supports business 
development focusing on achievement of the following results:  •Implementation
 of the Project publications policy; provides inputs, content 
development, coordination of production and dissemination of press 
releases, publications, articles and sharing of project knowledge and 
successes.<br />•Provision of inputs and information for elaboration of 
project communication strategy based on the corporate communications 
strategy<br />•Support to increased awareness of UNDP’s mandate and goals through dissemination of information, organization of public events <br />•In
 coordination with supervisor development and preparation of materials 
for marketing and awareness-raising including briefing materials and 
press releases.<br />•Organization of publicity, advocacy, 
knowledge-sharing events and promotional opportunities. Provision of 
logistics support to the events.<br />•Review of reference materials, 
identification of reference materials for retention. Maintenance of 
information database and photo library.<br />•Research and retrieval of data from internal and external sources;<br />•Organization and implementation of joint UN information campaigns (UN Day, World AIDS Day, etc). <br />•Liaise
 with media outlets to ensure that the appropriate information and 
messages are reaching the public, including preparing press releases.<br />•Develop and implement strategies to increase and improve public outreach <br />•Prepare promotional material on the project, including pamphlets, videos, etc.<br />•Prepare communication reports for the Project Management Team and UNDP.<br />•Develop and maintain a project website for information dissemination.<br />•Perform other duties as required.<br />
  2.Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:<br />
  •Support to colleagues in identification, documenting and drafting of best practices and lessons learned.<br />•Organization
 of training for the staff on effective communications and advocacy. 
Lead the process of knowledge for disseminating at all levels and 
produces documents that capture the right stakeholders and production of
 knowledge-based products. <br />•Organize internal and external networks 
or communities of practice covering prominent experts in government, 
non-government, think tanks, private companies, international 
development organizations and the UN system. <br />•Develop country based 
intelligence on country situation, opportunities, interests and 
prospects covering government, UNDP and major development stakeholders. 
Map key competencies available in different government agencies and 
development organizations.<br />•Provide intellectual inputs in the subject area as well as the opportunities to develop broader public goods.<br />•Undertake and facilitate necessary actions to leverage relevant information <br />•Provide support to organization of workshops, seminars, training and delivery of outputs (products). <br />•Coordinates with various government and non-governmental agencies regarding update the project information <br />•In
 particular, the key results have an impact on the design, operation and
 programming of activities, creation of strategic partnerships as well 
as reaching overall project targets.<br />
  <br />Impact of Results <br />
  <br />The
 key results have an impact on the reputation and standing of project in
 the country. High quality information material and well-organized 
public events enhances UNDP position as a strong development partner.<br />
 
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Competencies</h3>
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    <td colspan="2">Functional Competencies: <br />
  Advocacy/Advancing a Policy-Oriented Agenda <br />
  •Identifies relevant information for advocacy for a variety of audiences<br />•Makes
 research of contacts in the media, government, private sector, donors, 
other agencies, civil society in other stakeholders for UNDP’s advocacy 
efforts<br />•Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives<br />
  <br />Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing <br />
  •Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things<br />•Documents innovative strategies and new approaches<br />
  <br />Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise <br />
  <br />•Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position<br />•Possesses
 basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to 
the position and applies them consistently in work tasks<br />•Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning<br />•Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments<br />
  Creating Visibility for UNDP/Supporting UNDP’s Capacity to Advocate<br />
  •Disseminate information and materials on UNDP’s development/humanitarian activities<br />•Maintains networks and knowledge assets for use in visibility and image activities<br />•Identifies relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences<br />
  <br />Client Orientation <br />•Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion<br />•Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines<br />•Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients<br />•Responds to client needs promptly<br />
  <br />Core Competencies:<br />
  •Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity <br />•Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment <br />•Self-development, initiative-taking <br />•Acting as a team player and facilitating team work <br />•Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively <br />•Creating synergies through self-control<br />•Managing conflict<br />•Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. <br />•Informed and transparent decision making<br />
 
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Required Skills and Experience</h3>
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Education:Bachelor’s degree from reputed university in Mass 
Communications & Journalism, Media Studies, Communications Strategy,
 Development Communication or relevant discipline.  Experience:At 
least 5 years of relevant experience at the national level in providing 
communication packages to promote the activities of organization, 
preferably a development organization. Experience in the usage of 
computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and 
graphic designing. Experience in handling of web-based management 
systems.<br />
  Language Requirements:Spoken and written fluency in English and Bangla.<br />
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<strong>UNDP is committed to achieving workforce 
diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from 
minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are 
equally encouraged to apply. All applications  will be  treated with the
 strictest confidence.</strong></div>
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UNDP Jobs: MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER

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MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER</h3>
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<tr><td class="field"><strong>Location :</strong></td>
    <td>Dhaka/Outside of Dhaka, BANGLADESH                    </td>
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<tr><td><strong>Application Deadline :</strong></td><td>24-Jan-13</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Type of Contract :</strong></td><td>Service Contract</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Post Level :</strong></td><td>SB-3</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Languages Required :</strong></td><td>
English   </td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Starting Date :</strong><br />(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)</td><td>15-Mar-2013</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Duration of Initial Contract :</strong></td><td>1 year initially (Extendable)</td></tr>
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    <td colspan="2">Under the overall guidance of the National Project 
Director and direct supervision of the Project, the M&E Officer will
 be responsible for the monitoring and ensuring high quality and timely 
inputs, and for ensuring that the project maintains its strategic vision
 and that its activities result in the achievement of its intended 
outputs in a cost effective and timely manner. <br />The M&E officer 
will be responsible for designing and implementing the M&E 
activities of the Project; assisting the Project Manager in preparing 
Quarterly/Annual reports on project progress and will monitor the 
project activities on a regular basis, developing and maintaining the 
MIS of the Project and will be responsible for the collection & 
analysis of different data in relation to the project activities. <br />The
 Monitoring and Evaluation Officer works in close collaboration with 
work closely with project team and CO programme and operations clusters,
 Government officials, private sector, non-government and civil society 
organizations. <br /> 
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    <td colspan="2">The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will have the following duties and responsibilities:<br />
  •Develop and strengthen monitoring, inspection and evaluation procedures <br />•Monitor all project activities, expenditures and progress towards achieving the project output;<br />•Recommend further improvement of the logical frame work;<br />•Develop monitoring and impact indicator for the project success; <br />•Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results;<br />•Monitor the sustainability of the project's results;<br />•Provide feedback to the Project Manager on project strategies and activities;<br />•Suggest
 strategies to the Project Management for improving the efficiency and 
effectiveness of the project by identifying bottlenecks in completing 
project activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such 
bottlenecks; <br />•Report monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual 
progress on all project activities to the National Project 
Director/Project Manager; <br />•Conduct capacity assessment on existing 
monitoring and evaluation system Develop indicators and a monitoring 
strategy for the project;<br />•Provide inputs, information and statistics for quarterly, annual and other reports to Project Management Team and UNDP;<br />•Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Project Manager in preparing relevant reports;<br />•Support monitoring and evaluation of the effects and impact of the project;<br />•Assist in coordinating across the available components of the Project to ensure effective implementation of M&E/MIS;<br />•Assist the project personnel with M&E tools and in supporting them in their use. <br />•Perform other duties as required;<br />
  IV. Measurable Outputs and Performance Indicators<br />
  •Preparation of monthly MIS reports;<br />•Assist the Project Manager in preparing other relevant reports;<br />•Organize and conduct training on M&E/MIS for project and government staff<br />•Assist Project Manager in the preparation of reports on the findings and lessons learned from project innovations;<br />•Provide input and update information related to project outcome in UNDP and GOB website; <br />•Assist
 Project Manager in preparing monthly and quarterly reports on project 
progress based on MIS reports on project activities;<br />•Prepare Issues Log and Risk Log for the project;<br />•Develop M&E system for the Project and for the government counterpart/stakeholders;<br />•Prepare and maintain data base <br />
 
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Competencies</h3>
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    <td colspan="2">Corporate Competencies:<br />•Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards<br />•Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP<br />•Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability<br />
  Functional Competencies:<br />•Organises
 and accurately completes multiple tasks by establishing priorities 
while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent 
interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting 
relationships<br />•Plans, coordinates and organises workload while remaining aware of changing Priorities and competing deadlines<br />•Establishes, builds and maintains effective working relationships with staff and clients to facilitate the provision of support<br />
  Knowledge Management and Learning<br />•In-depth knowledge on MIS, M&E and development issues<br />•Excellent
 knowledge of monitoring and the application of methodology: Good 
understanding of capacity assessment methodologies; excellent ability to
 identify significant capacity building opportunities; <br />•Excellent 
communication skills (written and oral): Sensitivity to and 
responsiveness to all partners, Respectful and helpful relations with 
donors and project staff. <br />•Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioural/ attitudinal change <br />
  Self-Management<br />•Focuses on result for the client<br />•Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude<br />•Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills<br />•Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure<br />•Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities<br />•Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view<br />•Solicits feedback from staff about the impact of his/her own behavior<br />
 
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Required Skills and Experience</h3>
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Education: <br />University Degree preferably in Business Administration, Economics or related field.  Experience: <br />•At
 least 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of 
M&E/MIS in development projects implemented by 
national/international NGOs/UN bodies/ Government;<br />•Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis and production of reports; <br />•Proven ICT skills, especially in the development of MIS software using database software; <br />•Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software;<br />•Strong training & facilitation skills.<br />
  Language Requirements: <br />Fluency in written and spoken Bangla and English. <br />
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<strong>UNDP is committed to achieving workforce 
diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from 
minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are 
equally encouraged to apply. All applications  will be  treated with the
 strictest confidence.</strong></div>
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