Background
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The Central African Republic (CAR) is going through a phase of gradual stabilisation after decades of violent conflict and political instability. These prolonged crises have severely hampered human development in a context already weakened by climatic risks. Although endowed with abundant natural resources and significant agricultural potential, CAR remains one of the least developed countries in the world. With a population of around 6 million, the country faces a number of challenges, including a glaring lack of basic infrastructure, low investment in productive sectors, and public institutions with limited capacity to perform their essential functions.
According to the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) 2022, CAR ranks 188th out of 191 countries, with a score of 0.404. This ranking reflects poor performance in key areas such as health, education and living standards.
In response to these challenges, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has implemented innovative and targeted programmes to strengthen the country's resilience and support a sustainable recovery. These initiatives include the Stabilisation Programme and the Support Project for the Electoral Process in the Central African Republic (PAPEC).
UNDP stabilisation programme: Launched on 24 February 2023 during a high-level mission to Sam Ouandja in north-eastern CAR, this programme responds to an explicit request from the government. It aims to meet the immediate needs of communities affected by conflict. The programme aims to support the improvement of the security situation, improve access to basic services and support the reactivation of the local economy. Anchored in the humanitarian-development-peace nexus, the programme also prioritises durable solutions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), returnees and community reintegration.
PAPEC (Projet d'Appui au Processus Electoral et Centrafrique with focus on local elections): PAPEC is designed to support democratic governance by supporting the Government and the National Elections Authority (A.N.E) in the organisation of elections to ensure that they are transparent, fair and inclusive to ensure the representation of diverse communities. Working closely with electoral bodies, government agencies and civil society, PAPEC strengthens electoral processes, improves institutional capacity and promotes public engagement. The project aligns local electoral practices with international standards, supporting democratic stability and accountability in CAR.
Role of the Programme Analyst: In this context, the role of the Programme Analyst is essential. Responsible for providing technical, financial and administrative support, the analyst oversees the planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation of projects to ensure their alignment with UNDP's strategic objectives and the expectations of donors. Working closely with field teams, implementing partners and project managers, the analyst helps to overcome the complex challenges associated with stabilisation and democratic governance. Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Stabilisation Programme Specialist and the guidance of the Governance and Rule of Law Advisor, the Programme Analyst will be responsible for the following tasks:.
Project planning, implementation and technical support Financial and administrative management Monitoring and evaluation (M&E)Coordination and communication Knowledge managementUNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration. Duties and Responsibilities
Substantively contributes to project planning, implementation and technical support
The incumbent performs other tasks within his/her functional profile that are deemed necessary for the smooth running of the Office and the Organisation.
Supervisory and management responsibilities: N/A
Competencies
Core Competencies:Getting results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Innovative thinking: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Continuous learning: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapting with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Acting with determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Commitment and partnership: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Promoting diversity and inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:Business Direction & Strategy-System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system
Business Management-Portfolio Management: Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization’s programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment
Business Management & Project Management: Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals.
Business Development Strategy-Results-based Management: Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus on improved performance and demonstrable results.
Business Management-Monitoring: Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy between planned and actual activities and programme performance and results
Business Management-Working with Evidence and Data: Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making
2030 Agenda: Engagement & Effectiveness-Effectiveness: Project Quality Assurance Required Skills and Experience Education:
An advanced university degree ( Master's degree or equivalent) in economics, political or social sciences, international relations, development, project management, business administration or a related field is required, or A first-level university degree (Bachelor) combined with two additional years of qualifying experience will be duly given due consideration in place of the higher university degree. Experience: Minimum of 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience at the national and/or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development portfolios and projects in a related thematic area. A minimum of two years' relevant professional experience, including at least one year's field experience in crisis or post-crisis contexts is desired Experience in using computers and office software (MS Word, Excel, etc.), databases and web-based management systems such as ERP is required. Experience of working with several donors and knowledge of their specific processes and standards would be an asset. Proven knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, principles and tools is desirable. Knowledge of UNDP project management policies and procedures is highly desirable. Experience in using Quantum and/or IFRS is desirable. Experience in processing tender documents for contracts, including technical inputs/specifications for the procurement of services using international standards requirements is desirable.Language:
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