ASSOCIATE PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER, ADMINISTRATION

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Office for Coordination and Shared Services (OCSS), serving the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) and Peace Operations (DPO). The position will sit in the Gender Parity, Diversity and Inclusion Team and support the Network for Uniformed Women Peacekeepers and wider efforts to deliver on the Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy for UN Peacekeeping (2018-2028). The Network for Uniformed Women Peacekeepers was first launched in November 2023 to connect female military, police, justice and corrections personnel in UN Peacekeeping for peer support and exchange of deployment experiences. The Network also aims to enhance support and networking opportunities for uniformed women and elevate issues and support needs with mission leadership and other mission and Secretariat stakeholders. The Network consists of an online platform and online network activities. The project is undertaken in close coordination with the Office of Military Affairs, Police Division and Justice and Corrections Service. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Associate Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Plans and facilitates online workshops, seminars, and other interactive sessions for uniformed women peacekeepers and assists in follow up. • Undertakes outreach activities, including participate in the development of online workshops to promote the network, development of promotional and communication materials, newsletters, and online platform/ resource hub. • Participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities related to the Network for Uniformed Women Peacekeepers and wider Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy. • Assists in the monitoring and evaluation of the project and ongoing lessons learned initiatives, including collecting, analyzing and presenting data and other information gathered from diverse sources (surveys, interviews, focus groups). • Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs and presentations on the Network for Uniformed Women Peacekeepers and wider Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, and briefings to UN stakeholders, the project donor and UN Member States. • Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc. • Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc. • Supports project management activities, including reporting and budget funding, as required (e.g., programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports etc.) and preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.). • Performs other duties related to the Network for Uniformed Women and wider implementation of the Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas 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. EducationAdvanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, environment studies, sustainable development or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, administration or related area is required. Experience with organizing large-scale online events is required. Experience with moderating online platforms for networks and/or communities of is required. Experience supporting uniformed personnel in UN Peacekeeping Operations is required. Experience working on uniformed gender parity issues is required. Experience with supporting monitoring and evaluation and/or lessons learned initiatives, including data collection and analysis, is required. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).