Economics Advisor United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
UNDP is the UN’s global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. We are on the ground in 166 countries, working with national counterparts on their own solutions to global and national development challenges.
Organizational Context:
UNDP supports stabilization, state building, and governance and development priorities in Afghanistan. UNDP support, in partnership with the Government, the United Nations system, the donor community and other development stakeholders, has contributed to institutional development efforts leading to positive impact on the lives of Afghan citizens. Over the years UNDP support has spanned such milestone efforts as the adoption of the Constitution; Presidential, Parliamentary and Provincial Council elections; institutional development through capacity-building to the legislative, the judicial and executive arms of the state, and key ministries, Government agencies and commissions at the national and subnational levels. UNDP has played a key role in the management of the Law and Order Trust Fund, which supports the Government in developing and maintaining the national police force and in efforts to stabilize the internal security environment. Major demobilization, disarmament and rehabilitation and area-based livelihoods and reconstruction programmes have taken place nationwide. UNDP Programmes in Afghanistan have benefited from the very active support of donors. UNDP Afghanistan is committed to the highest standards of transparency and accountability and works in close coordination with the United Nations Mission in Afghanistan and the UN system as a whole to maximize the impact of its development efforts on the ground.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of UNDP Afghanistan Country Director, the Economics Advisor will perform the following functions:
Provides high quality economic input to UNCT/UNDP programmes and ensures that UNDP programmes are in line with national policies and priorities focusing on achievement of the following results;
Ensures provision of top quality and innovative policy advisory services to the Government and facilitation of capacity development and knowledge building and management in support of pro-poor growth and the attainment of the MDGs in Afghanistan, focusing on achievement of the following results;
Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on achievement of the following results;
Advocacy and promotion of awareness of UNDP mandate, mission and purpose focusing on achievement of the following results.
Provides high quality economic input to UNCT/UNDP programmes and ensures that UNDP programmes are in line with national policies and priorities focusing on achievement of the following results:
Thorough compilation, analysis and interpretation of economic and statistical data relevant to country’s development assets, opportunities and constraints, and preparation of top quality relevant socio-economic briefs/reports;
Development, delivery and mainstreaming into national development initiatives of specific policy instruments and services, notably NLTPS, NHDRS, PRS and PRSPs;
Identification of areas for UNDP support and interventions;
Provision of advice on formulation and adjustments of UN/UNDP programmes and projects (including UNDAFs, CPDs, and CPAPs) based on sound economic analysis;
Reviews and disseminates best practices and lessons learnt from implementation of projects and programmes with a view to strengthening the upstream orientation within UNDP.
Ensures provision of top quality and innovative policy advisory services to the Government and facilitation of capacity development and knowledge building and management in support of pro-poor growth and the attainment of the MDGs in Afghanistan, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Collects, analyses and syntheses macro-economic and MDG-related information and best practices, paying attention to the gender and capacity development aspects, and proposes policy options to relevant government departments;
Provides high-quality development advice to Country Director in policy dialogue with host government, UN System and other strategic partners on economic issues, most notably in relation to pro-poor economic growth and achievement of the MDGs, with the Government, donors, civil society, and the private sector;
Contributes to alternative policy advice through the preparation, launch and follow-up of national HDRs;
Organizes capacity development opportunities for programme countries, including support to UN staff and Government officials in the formulation of MDG-based policies, plans and programmes, including appropriate macroeconomic, fiscal and medium term expenditure frameworks;
Keeps abreast of regional and global economic trends and issues and analyses their implications for the realization of the MDGs in Africa;
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice, including the development of tools for needs assessments and policy analysis, in close collaboration with UN agencies, the IFIs and other development partners;
Works closely with the Bureau for Development Policy, the Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery, to provide guidance and support on MDG-related issues to the Country Director, Afghanistan.
Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on achievement of the following results:
Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs, particularly in relation to the MDGs, and donors’ priorities;
Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation;
Keeps track of the changes in the aid effectiveness/development cooperation environment and external resource management matters and assists Government and UN/UNDP in resource mobilization to meet the MDGs through, among other things, preparation of documentation for donor and consultative meetings;
Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs, particularly in relation to the MDGs, and donors’ priorities.
Advocacy and promotion of awareness of UNDP mandate, mission and purpose focusing on achievement of the following results:
Advocacy for the Millennium Development Goals, human development and equitable economic growth by participating in relevant forums, conferences and trainings;
Monitoring of poverty reduction and progress towards the achievement of the MDGs leading to management of the production and launch of economic and MDG-related reports/publications;
Substantive contribution to knowledge exchanges through relevant platforms and networks.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
Corporate Responsabilités & Direction:
Serves and promotes the vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of UNDP.
People Skill:
Promotes a learning and knowledge sharing environment;
Facilitates the development of individual and multi-cultural/team competencies.
Managing for Results:
Plans and prioritizes work activities to meet Organizational goals;
Strategic approach to problem solving.
Partnering & Networking:
Builds and sustains relationships with key constituents (internal/external/ bilateral/ multilateral/public/private; civil society);
Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP;
Demonstrates ability to handle working relationships with senior officials, academics and technical experts.
Innovation & Jugement:
Conceptualizes and analyzes problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate;
Generates creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations;
Devises new systems and processes, and modifies existing ones, to support innovative behaviors.
Communication:
Demonstrates outstanding communication skills, verbal and written, in English.
Job Knowledge & Expertise:
Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands;
Possesses extensive knowledge of economic development issues and familiarity with major macro-economic policy issues and models and the MDGs;
Capable of applying economic theory to the specific country context;
Demonstrates strong quantitative skills and the ability to carry out high quality economic research, including statistical analysis;
Possesses proven ability to analyses from a global perspective, with the ability to offer practical policy advice on economic issues based on local realities;
Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Minimum Master Degree or equivalent in economics, with strong emphasis on macro-economic and other quantitative skills, development economics, and economic planning
Experience:
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience at the national or international level. Substantial experience with poverty reduction strategy processes in developing country contexts and awareness of MDGs related policy matters and aid effectiveness issues. Extensive experience in research and policy-level analysis, including in formulation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and development programmes/projects, demonstrated experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and advanced programmes for statistical analysis of data.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English language required.
knowledge of local languages would be an asset.
Interested and qualified candidates should apply on-line through the UNDP Jobs site at http://www.undp.org.af/Jobs/index.htm and please ensure that to fill up and upload Personal History Form-P.11 which is available at http://www.undp.org.af/Jobs/index.htm in the relevant field of the on-line application. Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be given consideration. Please note that only applications which are short-listed will be contacted.
For more detailed information about UNDP Afghanistan please visit our website at www.undp.org.af
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
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.
Organizational Context:
UNDP supports stabilization, state building, and governance and development priorities in Afghanistan. UNDP support, in partnership with the Government, the United Nations system, the donor community and other development stakeholders, has contributed to institutional development efforts leading to positive impact on the lives of Afghan citizens. Over the years UNDP support has spanned such milestone efforts as the adoption of the Constitution; Presidential, Parliamentary and Provincial Council elections; institutional development through capacity-building to the legislative, the judicial and executive arms of the state, and key ministries, Government agencies and commissions at the national and subnational levels. UNDP has played a key role in the management of the Law and Order Trust Fund, which supports the Government in developing and maintaining the national police force and in efforts to stabilize the internal security environment. Major demobilization, disarmament and rehabilitation and area-based livelihoods and reconstruction programmes have taken place nationwide. UNDP Programmes in Afghanistan have benefited from the very active support of donors. UNDP Afghanistan is committed to the highest standards of transparency and accountability and works in close coordination with the United Nations Mission in Afghanistan and the UN system as a whole to maximize the impact of its development efforts on the ground.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of UNDP Afghanistan Country Director, the Economics Advisor will perform the following functions:
Provides high quality economic input to UNCT/UNDP programmes and ensures that UNDP programmes are in line with national policies and priorities focusing on achievement of the following results;
Ensures provision of top quality and innovative policy advisory services to the Government and facilitation of capacity development and knowledge building and management in support of pro-poor growth and the attainment of the MDGs in Afghanistan, focusing on achievement of the following results;
Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on achievement of the following results;
Advocacy and promotion of awareness of UNDP mandate, mission and purpose focusing on achievement of the following results.
Provides high quality economic input to UNCT/UNDP programmes and ensures that UNDP programmes are in line with national policies and priorities focusing on achievement of the following results:
Thorough compilation, analysis and interpretation of economic and statistical data relevant to country’s development assets, opportunities and constraints, and preparation of top quality relevant socio-economic briefs/reports;
Development, delivery and mainstreaming into national development initiatives of specific policy instruments and services, notably NLTPS, NHDRS, PRS and PRSPs;
Identification of areas for UNDP support and interventions;
Provision of advice on formulation and adjustments of UN/UNDP programmes and projects (including UNDAFs, CPDs, and CPAPs) based on sound economic analysis;
Reviews and disseminates best practices and lessons learnt from implementation of projects and programmes with a view to strengthening the upstream orientation within UNDP.
Ensures provision of top quality and innovative policy advisory services to the Government and facilitation of capacity development and knowledge building and management in support of pro-poor growth and the attainment of the MDGs in Afghanistan, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Collects, analyses and syntheses macro-economic and MDG-related information and best practices, paying attention to the gender and capacity development aspects, and proposes policy options to relevant government departments;
Provides high-quality development advice to Country Director in policy dialogue with host government, UN System and other strategic partners on economic issues, most notably in relation to pro-poor economic growth and achievement of the MDGs, with the Government, donors, civil society, and the private sector;
Contributes to alternative policy advice through the preparation, launch and follow-up of national HDRs;
Organizes capacity development opportunities for programme countries, including support to UN staff and Government officials in the formulation of MDG-based policies, plans and programmes, including appropriate macroeconomic, fiscal and medium term expenditure frameworks;
Keeps abreast of regional and global economic trends and issues and analyses their implications for the realization of the MDGs in Africa;
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice, including the development of tools for needs assessments and policy analysis, in close collaboration with UN agencies, the IFIs and other development partners;
Works closely with the Bureau for Development Policy, the Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery, to provide guidance and support on MDG-related issues to the Country Director, Afghanistan.
Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on achievement of the following results:
Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs, particularly in relation to the MDGs, and donors’ priorities;
Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation;
Keeps track of the changes in the aid effectiveness/development cooperation environment and external resource management matters and assists Government and UN/UNDP in resource mobilization to meet the MDGs through, among other things, preparation of documentation for donor and consultative meetings;
Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs, particularly in relation to the MDGs, and donors’ priorities.
Advocacy and promotion of awareness of UNDP mandate, mission and purpose focusing on achievement of the following results:
Advocacy for the Millennium Development Goals, human development and equitable economic growth by participating in relevant forums, conferences and trainings;
Monitoring of poverty reduction and progress towards the achievement of the MDGs leading to management of the production and launch of economic and MDG-related reports/publications;
Substantive contribution to knowledge exchanges through relevant platforms and networks.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
Corporate Responsabilités & Direction:
Serves and promotes the vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of UNDP.
People Skill:
Promotes a learning and knowledge sharing environment;
Facilitates the development of individual and multi-cultural/team competencies.
Managing for Results:
Plans and prioritizes work activities to meet Organizational goals;
Strategic approach to problem solving.
Partnering & Networking:
Builds and sustains relationships with key constituents (internal/external/ bilateral/ multilateral/public/private; civil society);
Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP;
Demonstrates ability to handle working relationships with senior officials, academics and technical experts.
Innovation & Jugement:
Conceptualizes and analyzes problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate;
Generates creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations;
Devises new systems and processes, and modifies existing ones, to support innovative behaviors.
Communication:
Demonstrates outstanding communication skills, verbal and written, in English.
Job Knowledge & Expertise:
Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands;
Possesses extensive knowledge of economic development issues and familiarity with major macro-economic policy issues and models and the MDGs;
Capable of applying economic theory to the specific country context;
Demonstrates strong quantitative skills and the ability to carry out high quality economic research, including statistical analysis;
Possesses proven ability to analyses from a global perspective, with the ability to offer practical policy advice on economic issues based on local realities;
Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Minimum Master Degree or equivalent in economics, with strong emphasis on macro-economic and other quantitative skills, development economics, and economic planning
Experience:
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience at the national or international level. Substantial experience with poverty reduction strategy processes in developing country contexts and awareness of MDGs related policy matters and aid effectiveness issues. Extensive experience in research and policy-level analysis, including in formulation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and development programmes/projects, demonstrated experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and advanced programmes for statistical analysis of data.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English language required.
knowledge of local languages would be an asset.
Interested and qualified candidates should apply on-line through the UNDP Jobs site at http://www.undp.org.af/Jobs/index.htm and please ensure that to fill up and upload Personal History Form-P.11 which is available at http://www.undp.org.af/Jobs/index.htm in the relevant field of the on-line application. Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be given consideration. Please note that only applications which are short-listed will be contacted.
For more detailed information about UNDP Afghanistan please visit our website at www.undp.org.af
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
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.
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