Infrastructure Cluster Coordinator - (open to Filipino nationals only), Manila, Philippines

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Manila, Philippines

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Closing date: Wednesday, 10 December 2014

INFRASTRUCTURE CLUSTER COORDINATOR - (OPEN TO FILIPINO NATIONALS ONLY)
Location : Manila, PHILIPPINES
Application Deadline : 10-Dec-14
Additional Category: Crisis Prevention and Recovery
Type of Contract : Service Contract
Post Level : SC-9
Languages Required : English
Duration of Initial Contract : Twelve (12) months
Expected Duration of Assignment : Possible extension depending on performance and funding availability
Background
Typhoon Yolanda (internationally referred to as Haiyan) was one of the strongest storms ever recorded with wind speeds of more than 300 km/h and storm surges of over four (4) meters. The typhoon made its first of six (6) landfalls in Guiuan, Eastern Samar on 08 November 2013 and crossed the Visayas region for almost a day, causing widespread flooding. It made its last landfall in Busuanga, Palawan and left the Philippine Area of Responsibility on 09 November 2013. One hundred seventy one (171) municipalities in fourteen (14) provinces and six (6) regions located within the 100-km storm track were highly affected.
In response to the calamity, Philippine President Benigno S. Aquino III appointed the Presidential Assistant for Recovery and Rehabilitation (PARR) under Memorandum Order No. 62. To respond to the complex challenges, the National Government Cluster Coordination Unit (CCU) is established to provide support to PARR in the execution of the mandate under M.O. 62 at national level and continue to be the primary coordination and liaison point of contact of between OPARR and the National Government Agencies (NGAs) involved in the rehabilitation and recovery phase.
The CCU which is under the supervision of the Undersecretary and is to be staffed by national and international consultants.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Infrastructure Cluster Coordinator will report to the Undersecretary through the Head for Coordination and Implementation Support and provide advice regarding the technical coordination and oversight over the relevant government agencies with respect to the implementation of the Cluster programs, projects and activities as articulated in the Yolanda Comprehensive Rehabilitation and Recovery Plan (CRRP). In particular,
The Infrastructure Cluster Coordinator will:

Coordinate with all agencies under Infrastructure Cluster in the delivery of the approved programs, projects and activities under the CRRP (25%);
Provide technical assistance and staff support to the Secretary and OPARR officials during inter-agency Cluster meetings called by OPARR e.g. review and updating of CRRP and establishment of the recovery performance evaluation system, etc. (25%);
Ensure all policy decisions and standards/specifications set forth at the national level are aligned with the approved CRRP and strictly observed during the implementation of the PPAs (15%);
Consolidate status and progress reports of PPAs in coordination with the concerned agencies and bureaus under the Infrastructure Cluster (15%);
Conduct the annual Performance Review of organizational outcomes in conjunction with the Cluster Lead and agencies (10%);
Represent OPARR at Cluster meetings and other inter-agency coordination meetings (10%).

Competencies
Core Competencies:

Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills and ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identifying and assessing issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations;
Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work;
Demonstrated ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally;
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with client groups;
Demonstrated inter-personal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations.

Functional Competencies:

The ability to achieve results and cultivate productive working relationships;
Knowledge of recovery management, planning and programming, and development experience in addressing the cross-cutting issues of environment, climate change, gender equality, gender and sexual based violence and disability-inclusive development;
An ability to shape strategic thinking and communicate with influence;
Strong personal drive and integrity.

Performance Management:

Successful candidate for this position will work on a day to day basis and reports to the Undersecretary through the Head of Coordination and Implementation Support.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

At least an undergraduate degree in urban planning or engineering and preferably a post graduate degree relevant to the specialist recovery management function.

Experience:

Over five years of experience in the technical field of the urban or recovery development environment;
Two years of experience in a relevant Department or Government organization.

Language requirements:

Fluency in the English and national language.

Note: The selected candidate will receive a salary that is commensurate with his/her background and work experience. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply ONLINE and attach the UN Personal History Form (P.11), available in our website http://www.ph.undp.org/content/philippines/en/home/operations/jobs/ on or before 10 December 2014. Kindly note that only completed P.11 forms will be reviewed. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that we will contact only the short-listed candidates.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
If you are experiencing difficulties with online job applications, please contact jobs.help@undp.org.

Title : Infrastructure Cluster Coordinator - (open to Filipino nationals only), Manila, Philippines
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