Org. Setting and ReportingThe Global Mechanism is an institution of the UNCCD, mandated to assist countries in the mobilization of financial resources from the public and private sector for activities that prevent, control or reverse desertification, land degradation and drought. As the operational arm of the Convention, the Global Mechanism supports countries to translate the Convention into action. The Global Mechanism is an institution of the UNCCD, mandated to assist countries in the mobilization of financial resources from the public and private sector for activities that prevent, control or reverse desertification, land degradation and drought. As the operational arm of the convention, the Global Mechanism supports countries to translate the Convention into action and to achieve LDN at the national level. The GM has supported more than 100 country Parties to formulate national voluntary targets to achieve LDN and is also scaling up support to Parties in their efforts to develop and implement Land Degradation Neutrality transformative projects and programmes in collaboration with international partners. The Global Mechanism is implementing the \"Project Preparation Partnership for Transformative Land-based Solutions (PPP Project)\" funded by the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany, represented by the Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development. The overall goal of the project is to improve rural livelihoods by increasing land productivity and building climate resilience through accelerating global work on transformative land-based solutions. The objectives of the project are to enhance critical stakeholders’ capacity to design effective synergistic multi-sectoral transformative projects, understand financing options, and access funding from multiple sources; foster collaboration and coherence among various sectors to maximize synergies, achieve shared goals, and ensure coordinated and complementary efforts; and increase financing flows towards transformative multi-sectoral projects to promote a synergistic approach to the implementation of the Rio Conventions and other relevant global commitments. The project also makes use of the strategic positioning of the UNCCD in hosting the Great Green Wall (GGW) Accelerator and G20 Initiative on Land Degradation and Habitat Loss. The Project Associate position will support project data management and visualization, budget monitoring, and agreement processing related to the coordination and implementation of the Partnership for Project Preparation (PPP Project). The position is based in Bonn, Germany. ResponsibilitiesUnder the direct supervision of Programme Officer responsible for the Partnership for Project Preparation (PPP Project), overall oversight from the LDN and Land Restoration Programme Coordinator, and in close collaboration with the, as well as the UNCCD Administrative and Legal Services and other colleagues within the UNCCD Secretariat, the incumbent: Provides assistance in support of planning and implementation activities/processes for, typically, a large and highly complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives. Research, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/project and related topics. Assists in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation; monitors project timelines, deliverables, and milestones and status of other programme/project proposals; takes necessary action to ensure project documents and reports are completed and timely submitted to relevant parties for approval. Assists in the preparation and analysis of programme/project budget proposals; provides assistance in the interpretation of budget guidelines; reviews and coordinates submissions of programme proposals and budget estimates, ensuring that requisite information is included and justified in terms of proposed activities; propose adjustments as necessary; prepares reports and ensures that outputs/services are properly categorized. Assists in the monitoring and evaluation of programmes/projects; categorizes, updates, tracks and analyses data related to programmes/projects, including technical and budget tracking and analysis e.g. accounting records, outputs, resources utilized, deviations/revisions, etc.; carries out periodic status reviews, identifies issues and initiates requisite follow-up actions; prepares revised budget estimates; reports on budget revisions, expenditures and obligations, verifies availability of funds; ensures necessary approval and entry in computerized budget system; initiates financial authorizations for expenditures. Collaborates with programme/project managers on donor and performance reporting; liaises with relevant parties on the interpretation of the activities/services scheduled in the PB and various planning instruments such as the medium-term plan and internal work plans; provides assistance on reporting requirements, guidelines, rules and procedures and ensures completeness and accuracy of data submitted. Drafts programme/project progress reports and summaries, coordinates review and clearance process, and coordinates with editor, translation services, etc. on finalization and publication of report multiple languages. Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of programme/project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with a diverse organisational units to initiate requests, prepare and process standard agreements and terms of reference against programme/project objectives, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions and resolve issues related to project implementation, e.g. recruitment and appointment of personnel, travel arrangements, organisation of and participation in training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc. Monitors and follow-up on agreement approvals, amendments, and renewals and work with other teams to maintain a centralized repository of agreements and deliverables as well as to track key deadlines. Prepares, maintains and updates files (electronic and paper) and internal databases; designs and generates a variety of periodic and ad hoc reports, statistical tables, graphic content, and other background materials/notes to facilitate audit and other reviews. Drafts correspondence and communications related to all aspects of programme/project administration, including work plan and budgets, revisions and other related issues, as well as prepares unit contributions for a variety of internal and external periodic reports. Provide assistance with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations, data visualization and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making, including analysing, maintaining and updating programme and project databases, ensuring accurate and timely entry of key project information. Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. Supports the organization of project-related meetings, workshops, partnership meetings and other project-related events, including preparing agendas, logistics, and documenting key outcomes. Performs any other job-related activity required to achieve the goals and objectives of the Global Mechanism/UNCCD. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Good knowledge of results-based management (RBM). The ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. Additional qualification/course work/training certification in project administration or related area is desirable. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceMinimum of 7 (seven) years of relevant work experience in project management and coordination, preferably in an international organization is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to five (5) year for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Digital literacy and proficient use of Microsoft applications, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Share point is required. Experience in project planning, implementation and reporting is required. Work experience with an Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system, such as Umoja or similar, is desirable. Work experience with the United Nations or similar international organization is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. LanguagesFor this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language would be an advantage. NOTE: \"Fluency equals a rating of \"fluent\" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and \" Knowledge of equals a rating of' confident\" in two of the four areas AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview. Special NoticeThis is project funded position. 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