Programme Officer (Beirut/mount Lebanon)

DETAILS I. Position InformationJOB TITLE: Programme Officer (Beirut/Mount Lebanon) JOB LEVEL: NOAREPORTS TO: Chief of Field Operations, BeirutLOCATION: Beirut, Lebanon TYPE OF CONTRACT: Fixed Term DURATION: 1 year II. PURPOSE OF THE JOB Under the general supervision of the Chief of Field Operations, manage overall coordination/supervision of the total programme commitment of a the Beirut, Mount Lebanon area with a broad range of projects, including programme/project formulation, design, planning and management with strategic focus on achievement of UNICEF's Organizational priorities. The SM will be based in based in Beirut working closely with section focal points. III. KEY END-RESULTS EXPECTED1. Effective knowledge management and system, information exchange and the development of training and orientation materials developed and deployed for strengthening of country programme management and activities. 2. Situation Analysis prepared/updated, critical programme intervention point/measures identified, and programme work plans/recommendations prepared and incorporated. Programme reports prepared as required.3. Programme funds optimally used.4. Programme monitoring and evaluations effectively conducted to improve programme performance, and programme status report timely prepared.5. Rights-based and results-based programming approach fully incorporated into all phases of programme and projects processes. 6. Commitment and institutional capacities of the national and local partners gained and established.7. Rights perspective and advocacy at the community and family levels incorporated in policy analysis for establishing and elevating UNICEF’s credibility in national and international policy debates.8. Effective partnership and collaboration achieved and maintained for advocacy, technical cooperation, programme development/management/coordination, information sharing and networking. IV. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS  1. Knowledge Management for ProgrammesContribute to country programmes by supporting knowledge management through providing professional assistance in data collection and analysis, complete and accurate reporting as well as participation in the Programme Knowledge Network system of  "lessons learned" and other corporate-level databases.Participate in information exchange with partners as well as in the development of training and orientation material by providing professional technical assistance. Participate in the preparation of, and making professional contribution to, the preparation of programme reports required for the management. 2. Programme Development and ManagementProvide professional technical assistance in the preparation of the Situation Analysis for programme development and management by collecting and analyzing data and monitoring implementation progress. Contribute to the identification of critical intervention points and measures by administering a consistent and transparent monitoring system; analyse country level socio-political-economic trends and their implications for ongoing programmes and projects. Draft or prepare programme work plans as required. Propose adjustments/changes in work plans. Propose program recommendations for inclusion in formal programme documentation, and new approaches, methods and practices for supervisor. 3. Optimum Use Of Program Funds Monitors programme implementation progress and compliance.  . 4. Programme Monitoring and Evaluations Undertakes field visits to monitor and assess programme implementation and decides on required corrective action.Collaborate with partners to carry out a rigorous and transparent approach to evaluation and participate in the major programme evaluation exercises in consultation with the Chief of Field Operations, the Operations Officer, and sector Specialist to improve efficiency and quality of programme delivery. Participate in annual sector review meetings with government counterparts.  Collaborate and prepare annual program status reports in a timely manner, as required. 5. Rights-Based and Results-Based Programme Management ApproachSupport rights-based programmes approach in the formulation of programme goals and objectives and development of strategies and implementation frameworks. Collaborate with partners and assist in the strengthening of quality of child rights-based programmes consistent and effective planning, design, implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of programmes and projects. Contribute to coherence, synergy and added value to the programming planning and design processes using a results-based management approach to programme planning and design.Provide professional technical assistance in preparing viable recommendations on project implementation, alternative approaches, and optimal utilization of resources that contribute effectively to the fulfilment of the rights of children and women, and recommendations on programme, new initiatives and management issues to ensure achievement of stated objectives. 6. National and Local Capacity Building/SustainabilityProvide government authorities with technical assistance and supports in planning and organizing training programmes for the purpose of capacity building and programme sustainability.Promote and maintain the building and reinforcing of the commitment and institutional capacities of the national and local partners by identifying these partners and partnerships and providing continuous supports, coordination and collaboration for sustainability. 7. Rights Perspective and Advocacy at the National, Community and Family Levels Analyze programme related issues and policies from a children's and women's rights perspective and  advocacy at the community and family levels for elevating credibility in national policy debates. Promote the organization goals of UNICEF through active advocacy and communication. 8. Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration.Facilitate partnership and collaboration with internal and external counterparts, including those of the UN and national partners, in order to improve the ability to collect and disseminate development data and information, exchange information on programme/project status and implementation and movement/distribution of supplies. Establish and maintain linkage to the Regional Programme Knowledge Network to ensure the availability of current and accurate programme data.Collaborate with the Operations Section to establish and maintain sound internal controls supportive of programming endeavours and to coordinate financial and supply management requirements and accountability.  Provide professional support in provision of technical advice, negotiation, advocacy and promotion of area/country level goals, leading to agreement on practicable and priority actions to be supported by UNICEF programme. V. JOB GRADE FACTORS  NOA Grade      • The impact of the actions affects the quality of services, efficiency of processing and delivery, performance of systems and teamwork in support of small-medium size country programme. Supervise the work of junior staff.• Regularly makes recommendations on project implementation, alternative approaches, and optimal utilization of UNICEF resources. • Work requires understanding of principles and technical knowledge, skills, acquired through formal training at the university level. • Conduct research, data collection & analysis requiring analytical and conceptual thinking at a professional level.• The work requires evaluation and analysis of programme implementation, with basic professional technical input into programme design, implementation, evaluation, data analysis and progress reporting.• Provide briefing, training, support and/or guidance to programme team and others, requiring communication and presentation skills, human relations skills and teamwork.• The decisions and recommendations are primarily based on interpretation of rules, procedures and methods. VI. QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES - Education: Master’s degree in Social Sciences, or related technical field- Work Experience:Two years of relevant professional work experience.Field work experience; Background/familiarity with Emergency.- Languages: Fluency in English and Arabic required. VII. Competency Profilei) Core Values • Commitment       • Diversity and Inclusion      • Integrity ii) Core Competencies • Communication           • Working with People         • Drive for Results iii) Functional Competencies • Formulating Strategies and Concepts                • Analyzing           • Applying Technical Expertise                             • Learning and Researching                                                  • Planning and Organizing  iv) Technical Knowledge   a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required • Rights-based and Results-based approach and programming in UNICEF. • UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.• Mid-Term Strategic Plan b) Common Technical Knowledge Required • Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in related fields.• Analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.• Supervisory and managerial skills.• Leadership and teamwork abilities.• Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.• Demonstrated ability to work in an a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organizationc) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced • UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses.• UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions• UN security operations and guidelines. • UNDSS training for members of Security Management Team.