Technical Coordinator Thematic Bond & Public Finance Management (PFM)

Background

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The Technical Coordinator Thematic Bond and PFM will work under the overall guidance of Team Leader of Financing for Development with direct report to NPM and CTE to overlook the implementation of Component 1 of ASSIST JP by UNDP and UNICEF, including supporting the development of framework for thematic bonds programs, impact management and of debt instrument, public finance transparency and accountability. In addition, the incumbent will also support the coordination and scaling up of the portfolio of FfD’s on innovative debt instruments and PFM in close communication with UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub.

Support the NPM in providing strategic inputs for the design and implementation of programmes/ projects. In consultation with the NPM, the technical officer is expected to:

• Provide inputs and strategic recommendations for the development of relevant programme/project proposals in line with UNDP’s Country Programme and support to SDG finance and impact investment area.
• Provide policy advice and technical support to the design and implementation of programmes/projects in the portfolio through consultation with the Government, donors, UN agencies, NGOs/CSOs and other partners.
• Support the formulation exercise by facilitating engagement with stakeholders, inputs from relevant advisors and consultants, and proper preparation of project/programme documents in line with UNDP’s procedures.
• Assist in conducting analyses of the programme/project portfolio to assess its effectiveness in contributing to the intended outcomes and develop strategies to address identified weaknesses.
• In close consultation with the relevant outcome board(s), identify areas for support and intervention within the outcome areas assigned and any need for outcome level revisions that may be necessary to maintain UNDP’s relevance within the context of the country’s evolving development situation.
• Support the implementation of capacity development strategies to enhance the quality and impact of programmes/projects under his/her supervision.
• Ensures gender-related economic, environmental, public research and analysis, to contribute to the formulation of policies, programme interventions, procedures, guidelines and tools.

• Provide support to the effective management of large and strategic national and regional programmes and projects.
• Ensure effective application of RBM tools and project/programme monitoring and evaluation procedures and guidelines to promote achievement of outcome level results. This includes technical support to the financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects using quarterly monitoring reports (QMRs) and Internal Project Assurance Reports (IPAR) as delegated by Programme Manager.
• In collaboration with the project management units, provide support in the development of project annual workplans, including detailed plans for procurement and recruitment of goods and services.
• Support NPM in monitoring ASSIST projects to ensure they are progressing according to plan and assist project authorities to problem-solve and implement corrective measures.
• Support NPM in overseeing all stages of project management, including initiation of the project, presentation of the project to the Project Appraisal Committee, entering project data into UNDP’s Quantum System, finalization of donor contribution agreements, coordination of project and budget revisions, and closure of projects based on corporate procedures.
• Ensure proper follow up on audit recommendations.
• Assist in the preparation of project reports for donors.
• To make sure implementation of gender equality accountability framework and Gender equality Results Based management at project level i.e. performance management, gender marker assignment in web-based system Quantum, reporting, etc.

Assist the NPM in creating strategic partnerships, and in the implementation of a resource mobilization strategy related to specific high-priority projects

• Assist in maintaining strategic partnerships with key development partners in government, private sector, civil society, and academia to garner the resources and support required for an effective portfolio.
• Provision of support in strengthening cooperation with key stakeholders.
• Support the communication of the FfD (Financing for Development) and ASSIST projects in order to facilitate resource mobilization from various sources such as global trust funds, bilateral donors, and the private sector.
• Facilitate information sharing and dialogue within the donor community.

Production and dissemination of lessons learnt across the portfolio and ensuring effective cross-project and cross-unit knowledge fertilization:

• Support knowledge generation and knowledge sharing based on programme/project experiences, and, when appropriate, make contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Compile key sources of information and best practices for projects and thematic issues within the portfolio and facilitate access to this information by programme and project staff and other relevant counterparts. Maintain knowledge and advocacy networks which are linked to thematic issues or projects within the portfolio.
• Prepare briefs, talking points, and other documents as required by UNDP Headquarters, UN agencies and other stakeholders.
• Ensure that key programme and project results data and promotional material are available to showcase the progress, achievements and impacts of UNDP’s work in the SDG finance area.
• Conduct training programme for project staff as necessary on UNDP operational/ project policies and procedures.
• Conducts internal capacity building training for project staff to facilitate appropriate management and timely delivery of project outputs including in gender analysis and gender mainstreaming.

The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that:

Competencies

Core competencies: 

• Achieve Results: LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work.
• Think Innovatively: LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking.
• Learn Continuously: LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning.
• Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process.
• Act with Determination: LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously.
• Engage and Partner: LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships.
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Applicants with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in project management.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Relevant experience in project design or management, policy analysis, monitoring and evaluation in the domains of capital market, fiscal policy, private and financial sector development, innovative financial solutions.
• Knowledge and experience of UN Common System.
• Experience in working with development partners, government on programing in relation to sustainable development, SDGs and innovative finance.
• Experience of working with the government, financial institutions, development partners, private sector, universities, institutional investors on innovative finance.
• Knowledge of major the international/national green and sustainable bonds market, framework, issuance modalities and procedures of debt instrument, blended finance, and development economies. 
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, and handling of web-based management systems.
• Familiarity with UNDP development projects in Indonesia. 
• Knowledge of and experience in supporting administration of Learning Technology, Learning Management System, or Sustainable Development Goals related projects.
• Experience in innovative finance will be an advantage.

Required Languages: 

• Fluency in English and Bahasa is required.

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