Urgent Recruitment @ United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) – 5 Positions

Locations: Sokoto and Katsina
Additional Category: Crisis Response
Type of Contract: Individual Contract
Post Level: National Consultant
Required Languages: English
Starting Date: 01-May-2022
Duration of Initial Contract: Initial 6 months with possibility for Extension
Expected Duration of Assignment: Initial 6 months with possibility for Extension

Background

• Insecurity in the North West region of Nigeria – especially Katsina, Zamfara and Sokoto is characterized by a complex blending of communal conflicts, farmer-herder conflict, armed banditry and organized crime.
• These conflict drivers are further amplified by demographic pressure, relative deprivation, perceptions of economic exclusion and climate-induced risks.
• While numerous peace agreements including in Sokoto and Zamfara and amnesties provided some short-term stability, violence that resurged in the North West, especially in 2020 poses a significant stability risk to the region and country as a whole.
• In Katsina and Kaduna States for example, organized communal violence and banditry attacks tripled from April to June 2021 and at least 80,150 and 67,192 people respectively are now in IDP camps with many more urbanely displaced. A UN mission to the region identified a combined number of 193 hotspot communities in Kaduna; 194 in Katsina; 106 in Zamfara and 40 in Sokoto – indicating the urgent need to mobilise urgent response and peacebuilding support to the region.
• COVID-19 has further aggravated the root causes of conflict and contributed to the escalation of violence. Lockdowns and curfews at the peak of the pandemic amplified the economic burden on already vulnerable populations limiting the pursuit of livelihoods.
• With the restrictive measures, community peacebuilding efforts were undermined leading to the collapse of peace agreements and narrowing of the opening for women’s participation in peacebuilding processes. The collapse of peace agreements and amnesties resulted in spike of violence in June 2020. Increased violent conflict and criminality in the zone would continue to slow the rate of economic recovery, hamper investments and women’s empowerment and decrease available resources for service delivery and development.
• A holistic approach to address the spike in insecurity loss of government control, increased displacement, greater inter-communal conflicts, and criminal violence and resultant economic losses, the increased SGBV and VAW, eroded conflict management structure and the narrowed opportunity for women peace and security agenda should be prioritized.

Organizational Context

• UNDP has played a key role in mobilising and catalysing key partnerships around a prevention agenda to find lasting solutions to the NW Security challenge before it escalates to a full-blown crisis.
• UNDP is represented on the EU-led likeminded Group of Ambassadors and Heads of Mission on the North West. This platform meets on a monthly basis and brings together the UN Leadership and Ambassadors to collectively and collaboratively explore entry points for sustained advocacy, policy and programmatic response
• UNDP has also been on the forefront of shaping the analytics on changing security dynamics in the region. Using sentiment analysis, this assessment conducted in Jan/March 2021 provided the basis upon which the Peace and Stability Outlook below was produced. A series of complimentary conflict analysis were undertaken by the EU, FCDO.
• Related assessments on the socio-economic context was carried out by UNICEF; while Humanitarian actors undertook rapid review of the evolving humanitarian situation in the country.
• The organisation also produced jointly by UNDP and FCDO as a framework for understanding the changing dynamics of instability in the North West. This note presented to the first North West Likeminded Group set the tone for high level advocacy and engagement in the region.
• In terms of field engagement, UNDP convened both technical and high level inter-agency mission to the three states  with the objective of mapping possible entry points for UN and International support to the region. This mission had a focus on prevention.
• Therefore, UNDP Nigeria is looking for a National individual consultant to leverage on this work and lay the foundation for UNDP’s programmatic support in the North West Region. The IC will support in undertaking capacity assessments of key peace and governance actors and systems; monitor conflict trends; support with key stakeholder engagement in the field and lastly support with the design of the programmatic framework for the region.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the overall guidance of the UNDP DRR (P) and supervision of the Crisis Prevention and Recovery Advisor the Peacebuilding Field Coordinator will be responsible for initiating key assessments, stakeholder engagement and laying the foundation for UNDP’s Integrated Peacebuilding and Peacebuilding Work..

Summary of Key Duties
Capacity Assessment; Socio-economic and Conflict analysis:

• Conduct consultations with key stakeholders to identify peacebuilding needs and assess existing capacities and ongoing support provided other UN agencies, NGOs and development partners
• Conduct assessment of existing capacities for peacebuilding, conflict prevention and trauma-healing in line with the objectives of the project
• Develop a capacity enhancement plan based on the needs identified

Support with stakeholder engagement and community Mobilisation:

• Establish opportunities for collaboration with potential partners (all stakeholders including government, civil society, faith institutions, local authorities, UN agencies and other partners) in the State
• Explore entry points for sustained UNDP Support and collaboration across strategic areas of inclusive peacebuilding, cross-border governance, livelihoods and conflict prevention
• Perform other relevant duties, in connection to this consultancy, as required by the UNDP Resident Representative.
• Support with the establishment of Peace and Security Platforms within the State and Cross-border levels in Illela

Production of the NW Integrated Peacebuilding, Conflict Prevention and Border Governance Project document:

• Identify opportunities for programmatic activities responding to assessed needs related to the objective of enhancing inclusive peacebuilding, conflict prevention and governance in the State
• Contribute to the development of a narrative of the UNDP Prodoc document for support to the North West working alongside team of consultant (s) to be procured
• Provide technical advice on the evolving opportunities for UNDP support including the engagement of counterparts in the State on this area.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

• Master's Degree in Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Law, International development, Public Administration, or related fields.

Required Experience:

• At least 5 years of professional experience in the field of peace, security, conflict analysis and related areas of work
• Demonstrated experience in peace programme project formulation
• Excellent knowledge on the management key stakeholders and community mobilisation
• Ability to work under pressure in a multicultural and complex environment.
• Ability to produce reports and high-level conflict and political economy analysis.
• Capacity to provide technical assistance to national counterparts, including through dialogue with high level political and administrative officers, including electoral administration, as well as donors and the international community.
• Previous experience in external relations, gender or results management.
• Previously worked as CTA within the framework of multi donor projects would be a strong asset.
• Previous experience within the United Nations System would be a strong asset; and
• Working experience in Nigeria is an asset.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English (written and spoken) required.
• Fluency in Hausa;

Criteria for Selection of the Best Offer:
Education:

• Master's in Political Sciences, Social Sciences, International development, Public Administration, or related fields.- Complies or Not

Relevant Experience:

• At least 5 years of sustained professional experience in the field of peacebuilding, security, governance or related field - 25 Points
• Capacity to provide technical assistance to national counterparts, including through dialogue with electoral administration and other high level political and administrative officers, as well as donors and international community - 20 Points
• Excellent knowledge of the evolving peace and security dynamics in the North West - 20 Points
• Demonstrated experience in project formulation, design and management as well as fund raising - 10 Points
• Experience of working in Sokoto/Katsina/Zamfara states - 15 Points
• Ability to work under pressure in a multicultural and complex environment.- 5 points
• Ability to produce reports and high levelled conflict and political-economy analysis. - 5 Points

Competencies
Technical / Functional Competencies:

Results-Orientation and Development Effectiveness:

• Plans, prioritizes and produces quality results on time.
• Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting.
• Ability to lead implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programs and projects, mobilize resources.
• Ability to lead formulation and management of budgets, manage contributions and investments, manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, and reporting.

Management and Leadership:

• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Builds strong relationships with stakeholders, focuses on impact and results and responds positively to feedback.
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
• Sets clear performance goals and standards; executes responsibilities accordingly.
• Motivated and demonstrates a capacity to pursue personal development and learn.

Innovation and Judgment:

• Conceptualizes and analyses problems to identify key issues, underlying problems and how they relate.
• Contributes creative, practical ideas and approaches to deal with challenging situation.
• Strives for quality client-centered services (internal/external) when making decisions and taking action.

Job Knowledge and Expertise:

• Demonstrates substantive and technical knowledge to meet responsibilities and post requirements with excellence.
• Proves knowledge of peacebuilding programming, conflict analysis, capacity assessment, stakeholder engagement and community mobilization.

Expected Outputs and Deliverables:

Deliverables 1:

• Content: Report on Stakeholder engagement, community mobilization at State level.
• Timing: 30 days after signing the contract (30%)

Deliverables 2:

• Content: Report on support towards sustained stakeholder engagement, community mobilisation and platform establishment .
• Timing: 60 days after signing the contract 50%

Deliverables 3:

• Content: Integrated project document for Peacebuilding, Conflict Prevention and Inclusive livelihoods submitted and approved by UNDP
• Timing: 60 days after signing the contract 20%

Coordination and Supervision:

• The UNDP Peacebuilding Field Coordinator will be under the overall supervision of the UNDP Deputy Resident Representative (Programmes) in Nigeria and the direct supervision of the Crisis Prevention and Recovery Advisor.  S/he will work in close collaboration with the Conflict and Political Economy Specialist during the assignment.

Payment Modalities and Specifications:

• An individual contract will be issued by UNDP. The financial proposal must be expressed through a lumpsum (all inclusive).  Payments will be linked to deliverables. The contract price is fixed regardless of changes in the cost components.

Criteria for Selection of the Consultant:

• The offer will be evaluated by using the best value for money approach (combined scoring method).
• Technical proposal will be evaluated on 70%. Whereas budget proposed will be evaluated on 30% based on sufficiency for applying the data gathering techniques and for obtaining reliable data for the evaluation in the timeframe indicated. Below is the breakdown of technical proposal on 100% which will be brought to 70%:
• National Consultant (Associate) technical evaluation criteria:(Weight; 100% and Max Point; 100).

Application Closing Date
11th April, 2022 (Midnight New York, USA).

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Recommended Presentation of Offer
The following documents are requested:

• Duly accomplished Letter of Confirmation of Interest and Availability using the template provided by UNDP.
• Personal CV indicating all past experience from similar projects, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the candidate and at least three (3) professional references.
• Brief description of why the individual considers him/herself as the most suitable for the assignment, and a methodology on how he/she will approach and complete the assignment.
• Financial Proposal that indicates the all-inclusive fixed total contract price, supported by a breakdown of costs, as per template provided.

Job Identification: 41551
Location:  Yenagoa, Bayelsa
Grade: SB4
Agency: UN Office on Drugs & Crime
Vacancy Type: Service Contract (SC)
Posting Type: External
Practice Area: Management - Programme
Bureau: Africa
Contract Duration: 1 Year with possibility for extension
Required Languages: English

Background

• This position is located in the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office  Nigeria (CONIG).
• Under the overall guidance of the UNODC Representative and the direct supervision of the Associate Programme Officer based in Lagos
• The incumbent will assist in project management and implementation in line with written guidelines and instructions developed by UNODC on project cycle management and project implementation.
• The incumbent will work in close team work with other colleagues of the project in CONIG as well as at relevant HQ sections of UNODC, to create synergy and achieve full coordination of project activities and effective project partnerships, especially with the project’s Nigerian stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• • Within delegated authority, the National Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
  • Maintains close contact with local communities, law enforcement, security agencies, and justice sector institutions by building strong relationships between the relevant agencies based in Baylesa, and overall in Niger Delta;
  • Facilitates the smooth and effective flow of communication with national entities, by maintaining regular contact, providing required information, etc.
  • Provides guidance to consultants, local stakeholders, community leaders to identify community champions to help in mitigation of maritime crime in target communities in the Niger Delta;
  • Provides substantive and technical support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
  • Advises the Programme Officer and project staff of national and local considerations and realities in Niger Delta for proper and effective project implementation, as well as on ways to strengthen partnerships with beneficiary institutions, as well as local considerations and realities for proper and effective project implementation.
  • Coordinates and liaises regularly on project activities planning and implementation with relevant national partners (including designated focal points and other senior professionals), as well as regional/international partners present in Nigeria.
  • Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
  • Support the Programme Officer and project staff in following-up communication with beneficiary institutions, including official letters, request for technical assistance, and the process of identifying participants and national experts, including trainers, for activities under the project

• Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources, relevant for project implementation related to the fight against maritime crime
• Prepare various written outputs, e.g. briefing notes for senior management, sections of UN/UNODC reports such as UNODC Annual Report, ensure quality inputs to publications, websites and other reports.
• Prepare and submit for approval substantive and financial reports, semi-annual and annual project progress reports, inputs to Quarterly Field Reports (QFRs), annual reports to donors.
• Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations
• Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
• Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
• Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Participates in or lead field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries and ensure follow-up action.
• Provide support in drafting new project concepts and documents in relation to the Office’s Global Maritime Crime Programme, in order to diversify its portfolio (in line with the Country and Regional Programmes, UNODC Menu of Services and UNODC strategic frameworks) for circulation with potential partners/donors.
• Performs other duties as required.

Competencies
Professionalism:

• Demonstrated professional competence in programme management and implementation, ideally with a focus on criminal justice matters; ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements; 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;
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Teamwork:

• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues within and outside of UNODC to achieve organizational goals; solicits inputs by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise;
• Demonstrates willingness 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:

• Able to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate, and monitor work while prioritizing competing demands; able to work on tight deadlines; knowledge on how to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies.
• Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and projects as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

• An Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in Law, Criminology, Conflict Resolution, International Relations, Public or Business Administration, Project Management, Political Science or other relevant Social or Political area, is required.
• A first-level University Degree in similar fields in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional experience in project / programme management or administration within the area of rule of law and criminal justice at community, local or/and national level is required.
• Work experience in prevention of maritime crime in the Niger Delta, as well as peace, governance or/and maritime security area is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, and approaches of the relevant aspects in counter-piracy and the prevention of maritime crime in Niger Delta is highly desirable.
• Work experience in substantive liaison and coordination at community, local and national government level is highly desirable.
• Good research and analytical skills are desirable. In particular, research experience in maritime insecurity in Niger Delta is an advantage.
• Working experience within the United Nations system or similar international organization is an desirable.
• Knowledge of policies and practices on maritime crime and transnational organised crime, as well as in the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is an advantage.

Languages:

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For the position advertised, fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
11th April, 2022 (Midnight New York, USA).

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Identification: 2891
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Grade: G6
Agency: UNDP
Job Schedule: Full time
Vacancy Type: Fixed Term
Practice Area: Health
Bureau: Regional Bureau for Africa
Contract Duration: 1 Year with possibility for extension
Required Languages: English
Vacancy Timeline: 2 Weeks

Purpose

• The UN Dispensary Nurse performs the functions under the immediate supervision of the UN Dispensary Physician in duty station with regards to administrative and technical matters.

Reporting structure and partners:

• The technical supervision of the nurse and the medical personnel in the field as well as the technical performance evaluation will be executed by the UN Medical Director or his nominee.
• In order to ensure that UNDP should facilitate external access to its Performance Development and Management system to MSD.

Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical Technical Duties:

• Attend the UN Clinic on a full-time basis;
• Assist the UN Physician in the performance of his/her duties
• Responds to emergency calls during outside office hours when necessary and assists Medical Doctors in providing adequate care;
• Give first-aid and advice to the staff and their recognized dependents;
• Ensures effective liaison between patient and private doctor, paramedics, family members, and colleagues as appropriate;
• Documents case findings.
• Performs diagnostic and screening tests such as: ECG, x-rays, laboratory (blood and urine), and other tests as required.
• Performs clinical assessment of patients visiting the walk-in clinic;
• Facilitates referral to the UN Medical Doctor or to an outside physician, as required.
• Ensures preparedness of staff traveling on missions or reassignments, including administration of the appropriate vaccine, instructions on malaria prophylaxis, and other travel-related ailments.
• Instructs on the content and potential uses of the travel kit.
• Assists in providing health education and health promotion programs;
• Participates in work environment assessment, e.g. office ergonomics, and addresses other occupational health issues.
• Coordinates medical evacuation and cooperates with Medical Services Division in N.Y. and the receiving facilities in home countries;
• Assists in providing medical support during evacuation and repatriation;
• Advises evacuees on the requirements for evacuation and/or escorts patients if needed;
• Concludes or closes medical evacuation files to enable staff members to submit claims;
• Assist in arrangements for the deceased;
• Designs and implements outreach programs for mission personnel;
• Plans and organizes preventive and promotes medical fairs;
• Perform medical briefing for incoming staff and conduct first aid training;
• Assess needs of clients visiting the walk-in clinic, provides care/advice (e.g., the benefits of preventive medicine etc.) accordingly and facilitates referral to the UN Medical Physician or to an outside physician, as indicated;
• Administer minor “outpatient” treatment and immunization requirements;
• Assists in maintaining records of patients' medical data including consultations and treatment;
• Maintain strict confidentiality with regards to patient’s medical records; patient management and treatment.
• Perform medication, injection, dressing, stitching, foreign body extraction and so on as needed;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Facilitate planning, monitoring & evaluation and knowledge management:

• Maintain the UN Clinic in good order and keep the inventory of medical supplies and equipment up-to-date and be prepared for disaster;
• In consultation with the UN Clinic physician, maintain a 24-hour roster of available specialists for referral and treatment;
• Coordinate and supervise the work of other UN Dispensary personnel i.e. Ambulance Driver and Cleaner;
• Check equipment and supplies on a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly basis and maintain them in working order;
• Ensures that medical instruments are properly sterilized and maintains hygiene and cleanliness of the dispensary;
• Through a monthly check, ensures that medical instruments and equipment in the UN ambulance are maintained in working order, and replaced after use;
• Enter medical data of patients into the register, patient's file, and electronic databases;
• Schedule consultations with the UN Physician for eligible staff and dependents;
• Maintain a 24-hour roster of available specialists for referrals and treatment when necessary;
• Ensure proper and safe disposal of hazardous material and medical waste in close coordination with the Medical Physician, Lab technicians, and Pharmacists
• Identifies and plans clinics’ material, supplies and equipment requirements and raises requisitions accordingly;
• Liaises with Procurement Section and Supply Section to establish essential contracts for the mission;
• Develops logistic plans to support field satellite clinics, and follows up on implementation;
• Draws and implements duty roster for clinic personnel;
• Maintains and medical inventory and supplies and distributes medical supplies to outstations;
• Arranges medical appointments and examinations to mission personnel;
• Updates the monthly medical reports.

Impact of Results:

• The key results have an impact on the overall CO efficiency in health management and success in the introduction and implementation of operational strategies. Accurate, timely and appropriate delivery of services ensures client satisfaction.

Requirements
Education:

• Secondary Education is required
• Registered Professional Nurse is desirable.
• Or First Level Degree from an accredited Baccalaureate Nursing Programme (University) with 3 years relevant experience or equivalent will be given due consideration
• Certificates in ECG, CPR or Basic Life Support and ACLS or equivalent emergency medical care is an asset.
• Recognized additional training in primary health care and midwifery is desirable;
• HIV/AIDS Management training is desirable.
• National registration and license is a requirement.

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years with Secondary education or 3 years of experience with a University Degree of continuous clinical experience in nursing preferably in a multicultural environment;
• Intensive Care and health administration. Supervisory experience in a UN field operation is an asset. Knowledge and understanding of relevant UN administrative policies and procedures are desirable.
• Experience in Trauma and Emergency care is desirable;
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) is desirable.

 Language Requirements:

• Fluency in oral and written English; knowledge of other official UN languages is an advantage. Knowledge of the local language (Hausa) is highly desirable.

Competencies :
Core Competencies:

• Achieve Results - LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by the deadline
• Think Innovatively- LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem-solver, makes improvements
• Learn Continuously - LEVEL 1: Open-minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
• Adapt with Agility - LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
• Act with Determination - LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
• Engage and Partner - LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion - LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:

• 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 - Customer Satisfaction/Client Management: Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs.  Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.
• Business Direction & Strategy - Entrepreneurial Thinking: Ability to create clarity around UNDP value proposition to beneficiaries and  partners and to develop service offers responding to client needs to be based on UNDP's organizational priorities and mandate
• Business Direction & Strategy - Effective Decision Making: Ability to make decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one's  authority, area of expertise, and resources
• Business Management – Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
• Business Development - Integration within the UN: Ability to identify, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and  engage in joint work; knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this  knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations
• Business Management - Operations Management: Ability to effectively plan, organize, and oversee the Organization's business processes in order to convert its assets into the best results in the most efficient manner.  Knowledge of relevant concepts and mechanisms.

Application Closing Date
04:59 AM; 5th April, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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Job Identification: 2868
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Grade: G6
Agency: UNDP
Job Schedule: Full time
Vacancy Type: Fixed Term
Practice Area: Health
Bureau: Regional Bureau for Africa
Contract Duration: 1 Year with Possibility for extension

Purpose

• The UN Clinic Nurse performs the functions under the immediate supervision of the UN Clinic Health Manager with regards to administrative and technical matters.

Reporting structure and partners:

• The technical supervision of the nurse and the medical personnel in the field as well as the technical performance evaluation will be executed by the UN Medical Director or his nominee. In order to ensure that UNDP should facilitate external access to its Performance Development and Management system to MSD.

Position Purpose

• The Dispensary Nurse serves as a support to the dispensary, working in close collaboration with the dispensary team to achieve the organizational aim of the UN Health team of Nigeria.

Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Technical Duties: 

• • Attend the UN Clinic on a full time basis;
  • Assist the UN Physician in the performance of his/her duties
  • Responds to emergency calls during outside office hours when necessary and assists Medical Doctors in providing adequate care;
  • Give first-aid and advice to the staff and their recognized dependents;
  • Ensures effective liaison between patient and private doctor, paramedics, family members, and colleagues as appropriate;
  • Documents case findings.
  • Performs diagnostic and screening tests such as: ECG, x-rays, laboratory (blood and urine), and other tests as required.
  • Performs clinical assessment of patients visiting the walk-in clinic;
  • Facilitates referral to the UN Medical Doctor or to an outside physician, as required.
  • Ensures preparedness of staff travelling on missions or reassignments, including administration of appropriate vaccine, instructions on malaria prophylaxis and other travel-related ailments.
  • Instructs on the content and potential uses of the travel kit.
  • Assists in providing health education and health promotion programs;
  • Participates in work environment assessment, e.g. office ergonomics, and addresses other occupational health issues.
  • Coordinates medical evacuation and cooperates with Medical Services Division in N.Y. and the receiving facilities in home countries;
  • Assists in providing medical support during evacuation and repatriation;
  • Advises evacuees on the requirements for evacuation and/or escorts patients if needed;
  • Concludes or closes medical evacuation files to enable staff members to submit claims;
  • Assist in arrangements for the deceased;
  • Designs and implements outreach programs for mission personnel;
  • Plans and organizes preventive and promotes medical fairs;
  • Perform medical briefing for incoming staff and conduct first aid training;
  • Assess needs of clients visiting the walk-in clinic, provides care/advice (e.g., the benefits of preventive medicine etc.) accordingly and facilitates referral to the UN Medical Physician or to an outside physician, as indicated;

• Administer minor “outpatient” treatment and immunization requirements;
• Assists in maintaining records of patients' medical data including consultations and treatment;
• Maintain strict confidentiality with regards to patient’s medical records; patient management and treatment.
• Perform medication, injection, dressing, stitching, foreign body extraction and so on as needed;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Facilitate planning, monitoring & evaluation and knowledge management:

• Maintain the UN Clinic in good order and keep the inventory of medical supplies and equipment up-to-date and be prepared for disaster;
• In consultation with the UN Clinic physician, maintain a 24-hour roster of available specialists for referral and treatment;
• Coordinate and supervise the work of other UN Dispensary personnel i.e. Ambulance Driver and Cleaner;
• Check equipment and supplies on a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly basis and maintain them in working order;
• Ensures that medical instruments are properly sterilized and maintains hygiene and cleanliness of the dispensary;
• Through a monthly check, ensures that medical instruments and equipment in the UN ambulance are maintained in a working order, and replaced after use;
• Enter medical data of patients into register, patient's file, and electronic databases;
• Schedule consultations with the UN Physician for eligible staff and dependents;
• Maintain a 24-hour roster of available specialists for referrals and treatment when necessary;
• Ensure a proper and safe disposal of hazardous material and medical waste in close coordination with the Medical Physician, Lab technicians, and Pharmacists
• Identifies and plans clinics’ material, supplies and equipment requirements and raises requisitions accordingly;
• Liaises with Procurement Section and Supply Section to establish essential contracts for the mission;
• Develops logistic plans to support field satellite clinics, and follows up on implementation;
• Draws and implements duty roster for clinic personnel;
• Maintains and medical inventory and supplies and distributes medical supplies to outstations;
• Arranges medical appointments and examinations to mission personnel;
• Updates the monthly medical reports.

Impact of results:

• The key results have an impact on the overall CO efficiency in health management and success in introduction and implementation of operational strategies. Accurate, timely and appropriate delivery of services ensure client satisfaction.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

• Secondary Education is required
• Registered Professional Nurse.
• Or First Level Degree from an accredited Baccalaureate Nursing Programme (University) with 3 years relevant experience or equivalent will be given due consideration
• Certificates in ECG, CPR or Basic Life Support and ACLS or equivalent emergency medical care is an asset.
• Recognized additional training in primary health care and midwifery is desirable;
• HIV/AIDS Management training is desirable.
• National registration and license is a requirement.

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years with Secondary Education or 3 years of experience with a University Degree of continuous clinical experience in nursing preferably in a multicultural environment;
• Intensive Care and health administration. Supervisory experience in a UN field operation is an asset. Knowledge and understanding of relevant UN administrative policies and procedures is desirable.
• Experience in Trauma and Emergency care is desirable;
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) is desirable.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in oral and written English; knowledge of other official UN languages is an advantage.

Core Competencies:
Achieve Results:

• LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively:

• LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously:

• LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:

• LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination:

• LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:

• LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

• LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

People Management (Insert below standard sentence if the position has direct reports.)

Technical Competencies:

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 - Customer Satisfaction/Client Management:

• Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fullfil and understand the real customers' needs.
• Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy.
• Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests.
• Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.

Business Direction & Strategy - Entrepreneurial Thinking:

• Ability to create clarity around UNDP value proposition to beneficiaries and partners and to develop service offers responding to client needs based on UNDP's organizational priorities and mandate

Business Direction & Strategy - Effective Decision Making:

• Ability to take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one's authority, area of expertise and resources

Business Management - Communication:

• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.|
• Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels

Business Development - Integration within the UN:

• Ability to identity, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and engage in joint work; knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations

Business Management - Operations Management:

• Ability to effectively plan, organize, and oversee the Organization's business processes in order to convert its assets into the best results in the most efficient manner.
• Knowledqe of relevant concepts and mechanisms

Application Closing Date
4:59 AM; 2nd April, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• That continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
• UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
• The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.
• Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

Job Identification: 2835
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Grade: NOC
Agency: UNDP
Job Schedule: Full time
Vacancy Type: Fixed Term
Practice Area: Governance
Bureau: Regional Bureau for Africa
Contract Duration: 1 Year with Possibility for extension

Background

• • In furtherance of its global mandate, UNDP Nigeria is supporting the Federal Government of Nigeria to identify and explore options in reforming the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Pursuant to this engagement, a Presidential Roadmap on Police Reform which elaborates the overarching police transformation initiative has been developed and is awaiting Presidential approval.
  • Significant to the reform process is the passage into law of the Police Act 2020 on September 16, 2020, providing a legislative framework to support the reform process guided by the principles of transparency and accountability and reinforce adherence to principles and standards of human rights.
  • In ensuring that Nigeria can capitalise and seize upon these initial efforts towards reform of the NPF, UNDP is collaborating with the Chief of Staff has designed the Supporting Police Reform Processes in Nigeria (SPRPN) Project which is aimed at supporting the long-term efforts of the Nigerian authorities to build a more effective, efficient and professional police service.
  • The SPRPN Project shall utilise a multi-stakeholder approach to building the institutional capacity of the NPF to effectively lead, manage and sustain the reform process.
  • The SPRPN Project supports the convening of the Presidential Police Reform Panel (the Panel) which will act as a steering committee on Police Reform and will be led by the Nigerian government.
  • A partners group comprising development partners and agencies working and engaging with the NPF will also be convened. The project has nine desired results (outputs) that will enable the achievement of the project objectives (outcomes). These outcomes will, in turn, contribute to the desired long-term overall objective (impact) of the Nigerian government to build a more effective, efficient and professional police service that is based upon and upholds the principles of accountability and transparency, respect and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms of all people, including victims and the accused, and is a trusted partner that is responsive to community needs.
  • To successfully implement these initiatives, UNDP recognises the need for additional human resources in ensuring a tightly focused engagement with Nigerian law enforcement institutions including the NPF which enable and facilitate the transformation of the way law enforcement services are delivered to the conflict-affected population.
  • Going forward, UNDP will continue to work with the NPF and the Office of the President in reinforcing their governance and leadership capacities for enabling sustained reforms, implementing the Police Act 2020, defining a national approach to community policing and optimise the provision of appropriate and adequate response to security challenges and the safety needs of communities, including the needs of SGBV survivors.

• Under the supervision of the CTA – Rule of Law, Human Rights, Access to Justice, Gender & Security   and in close collaboration and engagement with the Rule of Law and Human Rights Specialist, the Program Specialist – Rule of Law and Human Rights– SPRPN shall be a resource person in the Rule of Law, Human Rights and Justice programme in UNDP Nigeria in ensuring innovation, coherent and consistent quality in the implementation of the SPRPN Project.
• In facilitating alignment and complementarity with UNDP Strategic Plan, UNDAF and Country Programme Document, the Program Specialist – Rule of Law and Human Rights will contribute to advance the credibility and recognition of the UNDP’s leadership and technical expertise and capabilities in this knowledge domain and associated community of practice.

Key Duties and Accountabilities
Under the direct supervision of CTA – Rule of Law, Human Rights, Access to Justice, Gender & Security and in close collaboration with the Rule of Law and Human Rights Specialist and respective Project Team at the CO, the Programme Specialist– Rule of Law and Human Rights will provide technical support to the following functions:

Implementation of the SPRPN Projects, as assigned, focusing on achievements of the following results:

• Overall management of the SPRPN Projects, focusing on the following actions and achievement of the following results:
• Under the coordination of the Rule of Law and Human Rights Advisor and other UNDP colleagues, participate in building strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy of the SPRPN Project focusing on achievement of the following results:
• Provide technical advice and support to UNDP in particular the Rule of Law and Human Rights Advisor and other UNDP colleagues on additional needs and/or indicated follow up activities

Implementation of the SPRPN Projects, as assigned, focusing on achievements of the following results:

• Work with the Country Office and Rule of Law and human rights team in the implementation and monitoring of the SPRPN Projects, ensuring coordination and collaboration with relevant CO units and making use of available information on donors’ priorities for Iraq.
• Provide leadership in reinforcing the vision for the establishment and ongoing implementation of the SPRPN Projects through developing work plans, objectives, and plans for monitoring and evaluation of the process, and resolving all challenges that arise in the process.
• Identify risks and challenges to the ongoing operations of the SPRPN Project and provide advice to the Programme Advisor on mitigation strategies.
• Manage day to day administrative matters for the SPRPN Project under the direction of the Programme Advisor and in collaboration with the Rule of Law and Human Rights Specialist and Governance administrative staff.
• Provide effective management of the contracts, performance and deliverables of consultants and specialist advisers ensuring timely delivery of project targets and result areas.
• In consultation with national counterparts and UNDP colleagues, support the effective preparation of project implementing partners such as government institutions, service providers, and NGOs.
• Effectively manage calls for bids and for proposals and selection of implementing partners within the UNDP contractual framework for project activity implementation. Design the scope of works and TORs for the bids and call for proposals.
• Advise the Programme Advisor and the Governance Cluster Manager on progress and, where relevant, additional needs in relation to the project implementation and follow up activities.

Overall management of the SPRPN Projects, focusing on the following actions and achievement of the following results:

• Monitor the overall progress and performance of the SPRPN Projects by ensuring proper planning, benchmarking and target setting (substantively and financially).
• Provision of high-quality analysis and substantive inputs to the development and management of project intervention, in close cooperation with UN agencies and counterparts at the Federal, State and Community levels.
• Periodically, prepare and facilitate the development and implementation of work plans, monitoring, and reporting on project achievements.
• Manage accurate and timely reporting on the progress of projects with a specific focus on the activities and funds utilized. Ensure that reports are provided to donors according to UNDP’s contractual obligations.

Under the coordination of the Rule of Law and Human Rights Advisor and other UNDP colleagues, participate in building strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy of the SPRPN Project focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Identify areas of cooperation and coordination with other UN Agencies for the implementation of joint initiatives.
• Provide leadership to the collection and analysis of data and information on donor contacts, funding priorities, criteria and processes related to the SPRPN Project and its successful implementation in Nigeria.
• Support the Communication Colleagues developing and rolling out effective information on the SPRPN Project as well as support the UNDP CO on the effective communication on the implementation and results.
• Identify opportunities for the implementation of the SPRPN Project making specific recommendations on actions needed.

Provide technical advice and support to UNDP in particular the Rule of Law and Human Rights Advisor and other UNDP colleagues on additional needs and/or indicated follow up activities:

• Provide periodic update reports to the CO and the Rule of Law and Human Rights Advisor and other UNDP colleagues on the implementation and work progress of the Projects.
• As and when required, prepare donor briefings for the CO, the Rule of Law and Human Rights Advisor in enabling effective mobilisation of resources necessary for the support of the SPRPN Project.
• Develop annual work plans, budgets, draft reports and other documents for the management and reporting of activities of the Projects

Requirements
Education:

• Master's Degree in Social / Political Science, Law, International Development, Conflict-resolution, and Peace-building or related field. Candidates with master studies in other fields might be qualified depending on their relevant work experience.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience, including network administration, management of hardware and software platforms, data management, knowledge of Windows-based packages/applications. Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in the rule of law, justice and human rights sector.
• Experience in engaging and working with law enforcement and political institutions including the Nigeria Police Force and related institutions.
• Proven experience in result-based reporting, public relations/communication. Prior experience in monitoring and evaluation is an asset.
• Experience managing complex relationship at federal, state and community levels.
• Proficiency in usage of computers, office software packages and advanced project management software as well as in the handling of web-based management systems.
• Experience working with UNDP/UN is an asset.

Technical skills required:

• Functionally related professional management skills.
• Knowledge of UNDP rules and regulations and POPP is an advantage
• Ability to plan and prioritise work activities to meet organizational goals and organize and oversee work processes efficiently to achieve quality results.
• Knowledge of strategic planning processes, programming.
• Effective reporting and communication skills.

Competencies:
Core:

• Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact
• Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems
• Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences
• Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands
• Act with Determination LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results
• Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:

• Business Direction & Strategy : Strategic Thinking : Ability to think conceptually and flexibly, capacity to adapt, innovate, and propose multiple options
• Business Management: Partnerships Management: Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies. Ability to practice courtesy and diplomacy with high-rank officials.
• Business Development: Knowledge Generation: Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need. Enjoy sensitivity for research and academic integrity.
• Business Direction & Strategy : Effective Decision Making: Ability to take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one's  authority, area of expertise and resources
• Business Management: Project Management  :Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals
• Business Development: Integration within the UN: Ability to identity, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and  engage in joint work; knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply thisknowledge to strategic and/or practical situations
• Business Management: Results-based Management: Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results

Language requirements:

• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2022 at 04:59 AM

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Applicant Information and Notice

• UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
• The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
• Candidates selected pursuant to this vacancy may be subject to UNDP’s policy on Probation upon assignment.

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