Responsibilities
Overall management, work programme and strategic planning: Formulates, leads, supervises the implementation of the substantive work programme of the Division. Co-ordinates the work carried out by all the work sections and units under the Division and provides substantive reviews of the drafts prepared by the Division’s sections and units.
Oversees the management of activities undertaken by the Division; ensures that programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion and co-ordinates work in the different areas both within the Division, within UN-Habitat in Nairobi and at offices away from Nairobi, with the United Nations Office Nairobi (UNON) as well as with third-party services providers.
Contributes to the formulation of the Division’s overall strategies and policies by participating in various committees, preparing documents on policy issues, and acting, as required, in an advisory capacity to the USG/ASG; contribute to the overall management of the Division’s activities and operations.
Engages in the ongoing management of teams, task forces and committees and contribute as needed to the organization’s internal management and governance.
Ensures that the outputs produced by the Division maintain high-quality standards; that reports are clear, objective and based on comprehensive data; ensures that all outputs produced by the sections and units under his/her supervision meet required standards before completion to ensure they comply with the relevant mandates.
Responsible for both the substantive and financial components of the work programme of the organization in liaison with the Senior Managers. Ensure that the work programme is fully aligned with the strategic plan and make recommendations to enhance organizational efficiency.
Advises and implements recommendations of the oversight bodies and external evaluations in what concerns the division’s attributions.
Human Resources and Professional Development: Oversees all aspects of planning and strategic management of human resources of UN-Habitat taking due account of geographical and gender balance and other institutional values; supports the efforts of the Executive Director to promote women in leadership positions.
Manages, guides, develops and trains staff under his/her supervision; fostering teamwork and communication among staff in the Division and across organizational boundaries with a specific focus on relations with UNON and third-party service providers.
Provides guidance and oversight for evaluation of staff performance (PAS) and professional development of staff.
Finance and Budget Management: Takes full responsibility for the management of the Division’s budget, ensuring efficient financial planning, allocation, and monitoring of funds in alignment with the Division’s objectives.
Acts as the Secretary of the Budget Committee and reports regularly to the Executive Director and senior management team.
Implements and advises on recommendations from oversight bodies and external evaluations related to the Division.
Advises on effective implementation modalities for UN-Habitat’s programmes and projects.
Represents the Division at international, regional or national meetings
Perform other functions as required
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, public administration, Management, finance, economics, accounting, law, social sciences or related area is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administration, logistics, financial management, budget, procurement or related field is required.
Experience in Human Resources (HR) management and the application of Human Resources rules and regulations, particularly in the context of managing a large-scale, international organization is required.
Experience in coordinating and overseeing the preparation of reports for presentation to intergovernmental bodies and executive boards is desirable.
Experience in overseeing services provided to or in field locations of the United Nations or a comparable international organization is desirable.
Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
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