ANNEX II - UNOPS

ensure that needs are brought to the attention of multiple Donor/NGOs/Government agencies in the host
country for effective and timely resolution.
Responsibilities:
Obtains and analyses information and documentation on international, national, regional, district and
local-level priorities for Reconstruction and Development and ensures that regional project planning,
progress and impact reflect the objectives outlined;
Through close cooperation with relevant personnel, partner agencies and through networking
activities, builds/strengthens relationships with concerned government, agency and local
stakeholders and ensures their participation in all planning, monitoring and reporting of the projects;
Through working alongside concerned government structures, ministries and representatives, helps
to build capacity of government and community structures, so as to enable them to participate
effectively in project planning, monitoring and reporting;
Based on an understanding of government, regional and local priorities promote ways of improving
monitoring, reporting and planning for sustainable community impact and ensure that all relevant
stakeholders, including donors are involved and kept informed, as related to the UNOPS projects;
Through close coordination with national Community Development groups and personnel at the
regional and local level, promote the collection of qualitative and quantitative information reflecting
the impact of the project on the lives of individuals and entire communities in a holistic,
developmental way;
Assists with the integration of communities, their needs and input into the planning and
implementation of the projects;
Increases the capacity of local communities, including Community Development Groups, to
organize, plan, and develop their communities beyond the construction and maintenance of UNOPS
structures;
Any other tasks as assigned by the Community Development Manager, as related to the successful
implementation and completion of the UNOPS projects.
Reporting:
The CDO will primarily report to the UNOPS Operations Centre Director or any other UNOPS
designated manager as the situation demands.
Required Competencies and Knowledge:
Knowledge of and experience with rural–community involvement, grass root level development in
developing countries for the purpose of community based development;
Previous experience in developing countries with similar conditions to those in the Countries of
Service under consideration will be an advantage;
CDO is required to work in field conditions in areas where the risk level could be high to extreme
therefore it is necessary that CDO has reasonable experience in such conditions;
Previous experience with the UN would be an advantage;
Proven ability to work as part of a team;
Ability to develop and maintain excellent contacts and working relationships with senior government
officials, private sector organizations, donors, and other UN Agencies;
Knowledge of capacity development requirements for vertical and horizontal construction projects in
areas where community participation and approval is essential and where security may be a
significant issue;
Willingness to travel throughout the Country of Service;
Ability to mentor national personnel and community leaders in post-conflict development strategies.
Qualifications/Experience/Skills:
Masters or equivalent degree in International Relations or Community Development; additional
years of relevant work experience in combination with a relevant bachelor’s degree may substitute
for the requirement for a master’s degree;
Minimum five (5) years of community development experience;
Solid experience in developing countries;
Sound strategic planning and Project Cycle Management experience;
Good experience in design of Monitoring and Evaluation mechanisms for reflecting impact in a
holistic, development, community-focused way;
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