Role :   Job Opportunity : PROJECT OFFICER (BAY Project)
Location :   2. Yaoundé-Centre
Company URL :   http://www.cm.undp.org/content/cameroon/fr/home/op

Description:

Project Officer (BAY Project)
Yaounde, Cameroon
Job Info
Job Identification : 24495
Apply Before : 03/12/2025, 04:59 AM
Job Schedule Full time
Agency UNDP
Grade NOC
Vacancy Type Fixed Term
Practice Area Management
Bureau Regional Bureau for Africa
Contract Duration 1 Year with Possibility for extension
Education & Work Experience
Master's Degree - 5 year(s) experience OR Bachelor's Degree - 7 year(s) experience
Required Languages
Complete proficiency in English, both written and oral, is required
Desired Languages
Working knowledge of French or Portuguese would be an advantage
Vacancy Timeline
2 Weeks
Mobility required/no mobility
no mobility required
Job Description
Background
 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

 
Under the overall supervision of the Head, Maritime Security Section, MSD, and direct supervision of the BAY Project Advisor, the incumbent will provide technical expertise associated with the "Boosting Implementation of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct Project" (BAY Project).
Position Purpose

Under the overall supervision of the Head, Maritime Security Section, MSD, and direct supervision of the BAY Project Advisor, the incumbent will provide technical expertise associated with the "Boosting Implementation of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct Project" (BAY Project).
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 
Implementation and coordination of the "Boosting Implementation of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct Project
 
Provide expert advice on developing regional strategic communication plans related to enhanced implementation of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct, utilising input from IMO instruments and experts. Review, edit and contribute to other products developed or commissioned by the BAY Project
Prepare and maintain a comprehensive assessment, training and mentoring plan for each regional Zone under the project, including activity descriptions and how they relate to each implementation area, project output and outcome
Initiate, contribute and coordinate the development of guidance documents to assist beneficiaries in undertaking regional and national level assessments related to implementation of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct
Supervise the preparation of quarterly reports, including descriptions of variances against the project training plan for each beneficiary country
Develop and manage the project mentorship programme, and serve as supervisor for the Project Assistant and United Nations Volunteers (UNVs), acting as liaison officer with the Interregional Coordination Centre (ICC) and coordinator of projects as assigned by the Project Advisor (PA)
Oversee and coordinate the work of recruited consultants, IMO experts, and UNVs and implementing partners, and ensure the timely delivery of expected outputs, and effective synergy amongst the assessment, training and mentoring activities.
Assist the PA to ensure timely delivery of results and outputs in all project activities.
Oversee the development and maintenance of the ICC website
In line with IMO rules and regulations and the prevailing project implementation arrangements, provide input to the recruitment and hiring of consultants and experts as needed.
Ensure that individual projects are managed through the project cycle including Monitoring and Evaluation Tools (M&E) and secure additional oversight where necessary.
Support project outcomes through participation in national and sub-regional level capacity-building activities when requested by the PA, including national assessments, workshops and seminars.
Oversee development of project management reports to be submitted to implementing partners and the donor and directly contribute to such reports where necessary
Provide input and assist the PA in the final report on project achievements and sustainability of project results.
Manage the technical closure at the end of the BAY Project.
Facilitate conferences or other regional or global events organized under the Project's framework with multiple stakeholder participation.
Ensure timely coordination of project governance and advisory meetings.
Undertake any other tasks to ensure proper project implementation, as requested by the PA.
Facilitate policy dialogues on training amongst the implementing partners and stakeholders at the national and sub-regional levels and provide advice and support to the PA on any related issues.
Chair technical working group discussions and participate as a speaker in international conferences, exhibitions and other outreach activities representing the Project and IMO.
Supervise the organization of training workshops, seminars, expert groups, etc.
Participate and make presentations on assigned topics related to the Project.
 
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.   
 
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  

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Business Management - Project Management: Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals
Business Management - Customer Satisfaction/Client Management: Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns
Ethics - UN knowledge ethics policy: Ethics UN policy knowledge - ethics Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity
Business Management - Results based Management:  Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results.
Business Management - Partnerships Management: Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies.
Business Management- Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
Business Direction & Strategy - Negotiation and influence:  Ability to reach an understanding, persuade others, resolve points of difference, gain advantage in the outcome of dialogue, negotiates mutually acceptable solutions through compromise and creates win-win situations  
 

Required Skills and Experience:

 
Education:
Master's degree in International Relations, Maritime Security, Public or Maritime Administration, Social Sciences or other relevant subjects;
 or First University degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in above field plus 7 years of experience.
Experience:
A minimum 5 years (with a Masters degree) or 7 Years (with a Bachelor degree) of progressively responsible experience in delivering project services that include the design and implementation of international development projects, and the assessment of technical assistance needs is required.
Experience in delivering international maritime conferences, capacity-building workshops and activities is required.
Experience in organizing global information exchange forums and strategic communication capacity building would be an advantage.
Experience specifically in delivering training aspects of maritime safety would be an advantage
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required
Experience in managing web site development is desired  
Knowledge and understanding of capacity-building challenges and international regulations related to maritime security and safety would be advantageous.
Professional project management qualification would be an advantage
Past employment in maritime security, maritime safety or maritime administration would be an advantage.
Languages requirements:

Proficiency in English, both written and oral, is required       
Working knowledge of French or Portuguese would be an advantage.
Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.  
 All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://estm.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/24495