Technical Analyst, Asia & the Pacific, Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar UNDP - United Nations Development Programme Closing date: Thursday, 26 July 2018

Technical Analyst, Asia & the Pacific, 
Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar 
UNDP - United Nations Development Programme 
Closing date: Thursday, 26 July 2018

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	Duties and Responsibilities
	Summary of key functions;   Coordination and implementation of project activities Provision of high quality technical assistance and training support to counterparts Facilitates creation of strategic partnerships Provision of top quality advisory services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management Ensures coordination and implementation of activities relating to Civil Service Reform and improvement of management practices, focusing on achievement of the following results:   Analysis and research on the roles, functions and processes of the civil service. Produces analysis briefs and synthesis, and contributes to project design, project documents, and implementation of activities. Provides implementation support to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of technical assistance, by leading planning and organization of agreed activities. Coordinates with institutional counterparts to implement technical activities including, for example, drafting correspondence, identifying timelines, and designing concept notes, terms of reference, approaches, methodologies, etc. Monitors issues and risks related to project implementation, identifies mitigation measures, and implements agreed actions. Provides inputs to project reports, audit and evaluation. Provides high quality technical assistance and training to government counterparts, focusing on achievement of the following results:   Supports assessment of capacity gaps of the relevant departments and functions, particularly in the areas civil service strengthening and administrative decentralization.  Provides day to day technical advice and training with the aim of strengthening capacities in the areas identified, including curriculum development, training, design of interventions, and managing other technical cooperation partners involved in project implementation   Supports creation of strategic partnerships focusing on achievement of the following results:   Acts as the technical liaison with counterparts and stakeholders including development partners, academia/think tanks, civil society, I/NGOs, parliament, etc., and provides technical inputs, as required. Analysis and research of information on donors, counterparts and implementing partners, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new project activities, active contribution to the overall project effort to mobilize resources. Organizes key events such as consultation meetings, trainings, committee meetings, etc. as needed for the implementation of UNDP’s technical assistance. Leads knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:   Documents the processes taken during the provision of technical assistance and lessons learned so that the know-how can remain within government institutions. Participates in design of monitoring tools and analysis of monitoring results to ensure achieving successful results of technical assistance. Keeps abreast of good practices in other countries and identifies learning points for Myanmar. Identifies opportunities for government counterparts to share their experience with other countries and facilitates South-South cooperation.
	Competencies
	Functional Competencies: Advocacy/Advancing a Policy-Oriented Agenda     Level 1.2: Preparing information for advocacy Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UNDP’s mandate Results-Based Programme Development and Management Level 1.2: Contributes into results through primary research and analysis    Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work    Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration    Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation Building Strategic Partnerships Level 1.2:  Maintaining a network of contacts     Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to- date on partnership related issues     Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders Innovation and Marketing New Approaches Level 1.2: Enhancing processes or products Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things Resource Mobilization (Field Duty Stations) Level 1.2:  Providing inputs to resource mobilization strategies Analyzes information/databases on potential and actual donors Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing Level 1.2: Basic research and analysis Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise Level 1.2: Fundamental knowledge of own discipline Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals Level 1.2: Preparing information for global advocacy Identifies and communicates relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences Client Orientation Level 1.2: Establishing effective client relationships Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines Core Competencies: Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity  Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment Self-development, initiative-taking Acting as a team player and facilitating team work Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively Creating synergies through self-control Managing conflict Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member. Informed and transparent decision making
	Required Skills and Experience
	Education:   Master’s or Bachelor Degree in Law, Public Administration, International Relations, Political Science, Development Studies, or other relevant discipline.   Experience: Master’s degree  or Minimum of 2 years with Bachelor degree of experience in the implementation of public administration and civil service reform programmes and projects. Solid knowledge of democratic governance issues and a good understanding of the functions and roles of the civil service. Experience in coordinating with wide range of stakeholders, including government, development partners, academia/think tank, civil society, I/NGO, parliament, etc. Solid knowledge of project management principles and best practices. Project management experience, preferably within UNDP or another UN agency is an asset. Computer literacy – MS office applications, web-based management information systems. Demonstrated strength in interpersonal skills. Ability to work well in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.   Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken Myanmar and English.