United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Recruits National Project Officer

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations' global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to build a better life. UNDP has a presence and an unrivalled track-record in supporting national development efforts in more than 160 countries. Its current priority is to help all countries achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) by 2015. JOB SUMMARY Company     United Nations Off... Industry     IGO Category     Project Manag... Location     Accra Job Status     Full-time Salary     GH¢ Education     -:- Experience     N/A Job Expires     07 Apr, 2011 Contact     ... Job Description Bureau Regional pour l' Afrique de l'Quest et du Centre Regional Office for West and Central Africa Post Title: National Project Officer Duty Station: Accra, Ghana Duration: 6 months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding Project Title: Assistance for the Implementation of the National Integrated Programme (NIP) to Fight Transnational Organised Crime and to Strengthen the Criminal Justice System in Ghana Principal Function: Posted in Accra under the overall supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative for West and Central Africa and under the substantive guidance of the UNDP International Peace and Governance Adviser and the UNODC Regional Senior Legal Advisor in Dakar, the National Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating all operational issues related to the implementation of project "Assistance for the Implementation of the national Integrated Programme (NIP) to Fight Transnational Organised Crime and to Strengthen the Criminal Justice System in Ghana." He will also be responsible for UNDP support to national integrity anti-corruption efforts. As an integral part of UNDP Governance team helping to coordinate the support between the two agencies (UNODC and UNDP), his main duties include: 1. Assist national counterparts in the factual implementation of activities:     Liaise with the implementing partners at operational level to ensure the smooth implementation of the project     Support the administrative formalities towards the implementation of the NIP 2. Facilitate on-the- ground coordination between UNODC experts (Dakar and Vienna) and other external providers of specialized assistance 3. Work closely with UNDP Governance cluster and backstop UNDP anti-corruption support activities 4. Support the implementation of international and regional anti-corruption conventions and agreements; and enhance the capacities of national anti-corruption bodies through exchange of experiences and best practices 5. Strengthening capacity of national stakeholders for anti-corruption and mainstreaming transparency and integrity measures into the purview of business operations and civil society Remuneration: Competitive and in accordance with UN Guidelines Required Skills or Experience     Professionalism - Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations; pride in work and in achievements; demonstration of professional competence and mastery of subject matter, including knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to legal and justice systems, crime and drug control, as well as prevention; in-depth knowledge and specialization in substantive and functional areas; very good research, analytical and problem-solving skills; sound judgment     Accountability - Ability to take ownership of all responsibilities; deliver outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operate in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; provide oversight and take responsibility for delegated assignments     Planning and Organizing - Ability to plan own work, manage conflicting priorities and to use time efficiently; ability to organize and coordinates the implementation and preparation of complex and multi-faceted activities and outputs     Client Orientation - Considering all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeking to see things from clients' point of view; establishing and maintaining productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identify clients' needs and matching them to appropriate solutions; monitoring ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keep clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meeting timeline for delivery of products or services to client     Communication - Very good communication skills, including the ability to draft policy, studies and communications to various counterparts and to articulate ideas in a clear and concise manner; ability to listen to others, correctly interpreting messages from others and responding appropriately; demonstrating openness in sharing information and keeping people informed     Commitment to Continuous Learning - Keeping abreast of new developments in the political and technical areas relating to UNODC's mandate and continuously seeking ways to increase relevant of UNODC, actively seeking to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributing to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; showing willingness to learn from others; seeking feedback to learn and improve     Teamwork - Very good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnership and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender How To Apply Expression of Interest: Qualified candidates are requested to send their application marked "National Project Officer" with supporting resume including telephone numbers and email addresses to the address below: The Human Resource Unit U.N.D.P. Office (Next to the Ghana National Fires Service Project Hqtrs) Ghana Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Detailed Job descriptions are available on request at the UNDP Security Gate