Background
Duties and Responsibilities
- In consultation with the Climate Change Adviser, Energy & Environment Unit, UNDP, New Delhi, be responsible for planning, coordinating and monitoring the activities during the preparation phase of the project;
- Develop and implement work plan and critical results path, monitor activities of the Project and ensure accurate and timely reporting to UNDP and SDC;
- Ensure 100% delivery against planned project results and financial delivery targets in the workplan. Closely track slippage against work plan and take corrective action;
- Develop Terms of reference and concept notes to define scope of project activities;
- Commission activities like research studies, state level assessments training workshops etc. and manage the operational aspects of procurement, event management, logistics etc. in coordination with UNDP;
- Foster partnerships with key state government and relevant technical institutions working on climate change issues;
- Identify capacity development needs of implementing partners and arrange for necessary trainings. Facilitate technical assistance/support for project partners in all relevant areas as appropriate;
- Manage and track contracts with project partners and flag any potential risks and suggest its mitigation measures. Ensure timely contract management and payments;
- Undertake review meetings with partners and field visits to track progress made in implementation of the project and take corrective action as required;
- Review quality and consistency of reports and deliverables by partner institutions/ responsible parties including financial reports from all project partners;
- Regular financial management and reporting as per the UNDP financial guidelines; Ensure effective financial management and reporting as per the UNDP financial guidelines;
- Prepare quarterly project progress reports, prepare presentations and other documents for project steering committee and review meetings as required by UNDP;
- Facilitate and participate in the periodic review meetings and discussions related to project implementation, monitoring and follow-up;
- Supervise the work of team members or consultants, as may be recruited under the Project;
- Any other responsibility related to the project assigned by the Climate Change Adviser, Energy & Environment Unit, UNDP.
Competencies
- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
- S/he should be able to build strategic partnerships with a wide array of stakeholders working in the field of climate change;
- Have very good understanding of climate change issues at national/sub national level.
- Should have requisite client orientation to understand and meet client needs;
- Should have sufficient job knowledge, technical expertise for the position;
- Should be able to promote accountability and Resource Based Management.
- In-depth knowledge of environmental and climate change related concepts, theories, policies and practices;
- Sound understanding of current issues related to climate change and environment at the national and sub-national levels;
- Adequate experience in project development and management;
- Proficiency in the use of office IT applications.
- Good facilitation and communication skills;
- Receives information to seek and understand differing perspectives;
- Tailors and presents information to diverse audiences using a variety of communication delivery methods (e.g., written, electronic, oral, interpersonal)Documentation;
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
- Ability to lead the Project Management Team;
- Appears credible and confident, remaining calm and pleasant when dealing with others in difficult situations;
- Builds and maintains constructive relationships with colleagues (and reports where appropriate); treats people with respect, is co-operative, supportive and helpful with a positive contribution to the working environment;
- Reliable in delivering own parts of the work as part of a team effort;
- Demonstrates an understanding of what other professionals contribute in order to work constructively within the office.
Required Skills and Experience
- Master’s degree from a recognized institution in environmental science/sustainable development/ Social sciences/ public policy.
Experience:
The Project Manager should have good understanding of climate change issues, with adequate experience of practical situations in India. S/he needs to be well conversant with the available knowledge on issues related to climate change impacts and adaptation for different sectors:
- At least 5 years of Program/project management experience;
- At least 3 years of relevant post Masters Experience at the national level on climate change and related programmes;
- Outstanding communication, project management and organizational skills.
- Experience of working with Central and/or State Governments/ NGOs/ Civil Society on similar assignments will be preferred;
- Familiarity with the working environment and professional standards of international organizations and national and State Governments;
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems is essential.
Language:
- Excellent oral and writing skills in English and Hindi.