The position is located in the DCO regional office for the Arab States (roAS), and has a dual reporting line to the Coordination Officer heading the Coordination Office in Gaza and to the roAS Team Leader.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Associate Development Coordination Officer, Programme Communications and Advocacy will be responsible of the following duties:
1. Assists in monitoring, analysis and reporting on access and movement, humanitarian and socio-economic challenges, access to basic services and activities undertaken by the UN and other partners in Gaza
• Substantively supports the monitoring and analysis of socio-economic developments in Gaza, including with regard to key economic sectors, public services and trade and stays abreast of the situation, key players and activities as well as the challenges and opportunities faced.
• Monitors developments on access and movement, particularly entry of humanitarian and commercial goods through Rafah, Salah Ad Din and Kerem Shalon / Kerem Abu Salem, access to basic services, including water and electricity; assesses impact on humanitarian and socio-economic conditions inside the Strip.
• Identifies and analyzes key development challenges and opportunities, and supports the development of strategies, policies, key messages and advocacy opportunities designed to achieve common objectives.
• Maintains contacts with the Gaza private sector in anticipation of an increase in commercial goods entering and of post conflict reconstruction and recovery efforts.
2. Support inter-agency coordination in Gaza
• Monitors and reports on developments related to the CU/RCO and UNCT development and socio-economic programs and activities in Gaza, including preparing inputs for situation reports, background notes, options papers and public communications;
• Provides substantive support to the Resident Coordinator (RC), the UN Country Team (UNCT), the Programme Management Team (PMT) and UNSDCF results groups in relation to UN programmatic activities in Gaza, including activities under the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), where feasible, and makes recommendations for adjustments of progamme priorities in response to changing circumstances on the ground;
• Provides Secretariat support to the UN Gaza Team once resumes functioning.
• Maintains an effective system of information management designed to guarantee accessibility and utility of information on UN development programming in Gaza;
3. Support the UNCT OPT Assessments Task Force and post-conflict recovery strategies and efforts for Gaza
• Keep track of UN and other assessments on the Gaza conflict and its impact emanating from OPT and the region, including from Agencies Funds and Programmes, Regional Commissions (ESCWA), International Financial Institutions and others.
• Provide substantive and secretariat support to the UNCT OPT Assessment Task Force, chaired by RCO OPT. • Support the Rapid Damage Needs Assessment (RDNA) process between the United Nations, the World Bank and the European Union, including but not limited to the gathering to data.
• Advise on and contribute to the design and implementation of post-conflict reconstruction and recovery strategies and plans in Gaza. 4. Support to DCO regional office for Arab States (roAS)
• Support roAS in general coordination tasks, including supporting the preparation of meetings for the Regional Director (eg. creating agendas, briefing notes and key messages, and follow-up on various actions and decisions). • Monitor and analyze regional developments and trends, providing timely reports and updates to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
• Support the organization and facilitation of regional meetings (e.g. RCP, IBCs, PSG, etc), workshops, and conferences within the region, fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing and partnership building.
• Support information systems at the regional and country level to ensure accurate data collection, analysis, and dissemination, including but not limited to IMS, UNINFO, and annual results reporting.
Competencies
• Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of sustainable development theories, concepts and approaches. Ability to identify and develop sources for data collection. Ability to undertake research, analyze data, make recommendations and write draft reports on sustainable development issues. 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.
• Planning and 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.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.