FW: Special Programme for the Economies of Central Asia (SPECA)

Brenda Smith bsmith at watarts.uwaterloo.ca
Tue Aug 7 09:23:50 EDT 2007



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About SPECA
The United Nations Special Programme for the Economies of Central Asia
(SPECA) addresses the unique needs of its member countries. SPECA was
established in 1998 by the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Azerbaijan joined in 2002 and Afghanistan in
2005. It is supported jointly by UNECE and UNESCAP. The SPECA Programme has
distinct comparative advantages: it was initiated and established by its
member countries; it is governed by them; it focuses on critical issues of
regional cooperation, taking advantage of international legal instruments,
norms, standards and recommendations of UNECE and UNESCAP; and it combines
technical assistance and capacity-building by the in-house experts of UNECE
and UNESCAP with cross-sector, interministerial policy discussions and
regular policy-business-research dialogue. Since all the major countries of
Central Asia are members either of UNECE or UNESCAP, SPECA provides a
neutral forum for the discussion of complex strategic issues of intra- and
interregional cooperation.Due to these comparative advantages, SPECA has
demonstrated an impressive level of adaptability. In 2004, the United
Nations Secretary-General gave the two regional commissions the task of
reinvigorating and strengthening the Programme. The 2005-2007 SPECA Work
Plan includes 28 projects/activities in the above areas. Currently, 14
projects are assured funding of about $4 million. Three projects with an
outlay of about $1 million have been approved for funding under the fifth
tranche of the United Nations Development Account. The activities of each
Project Working Group are supported by the relevant Divisions of UNECE and
UNESCAP in a coordinated and mutually reinforcing way. 




POSITION; ENVIROMENTAL  OFFICER 
Locations: SPECA member countries(Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
Turkmenistan                                    ,Uzbekistan,Afghanistan and
Azerbaijan)
Remuneration;$105,000.00 USD  per Annum
Duration : Full-Time 
 
Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Environment
Section and the general supervision of the Chief, Environment and
Sustainable Development Division, the incumbent develops and implements
programmes and projects to promote regional and subregional environmental
cooperation in the Asia-Pacific 
region that support global and other internationally-agreed environmental
initiatives and programmes, and  promotes the integration of environmental
concerns into national planning processes to achieve sustainable
development.  The duties include:
 (1) Undertake periodic reviews and analytical studies including analysis
and 
assessment of global, regional and subregional environmental cooperation; 
(2) Conduct normative and analytical studies concerning the innovative
socio-economic policies to promote environmentally sustainable economic
growth in the region.
(3) Provide support to intergovernmental processes dealing with environment
issues in the 
region. 
(4) Assist in the organization, document preparation, management and
servicing of expert group meetings, training activities, consulting
services, and studies. 
(5) Assist in the preparation of project documents and in implementation and
monitoring of the progress of technical cooperation programmes/projects.
(6) Contribute to the strategic planning, formulation and implementation of
the programme of work and priorities towards the protection of environment
and sustainable development; (7) Performs other related duties as required,
including a 
variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work
unit´s services, as assigned by the Chief 
of Section.  
 
Competencies: Professionalism: Sound analytical and research skills combined
with substantive experience in project management and implementation;
Familiarity with scientific/technical backgrounds of multilateral
environmental conventions on air and water pollution, climate change, and
waste management; Ability to apply sound theory and concepts to work;
Ability to determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by
others and make assessments of research documentation and studies. 
Planning and organizing: Good planning and organizing skills to effectively
develop own work and ensure timely delivery of results.
Communications: 
Very good written and oral skills. Technology awareness: Proficient in
computer systems including word processing, database management systems,
knowledge of statistical and spreadsheet packages. Teamwork and respect for
diversity: Good interpersonal skills; Strong communication skills, both
written and oral; Ability to establish and 
maintain effective working relations with people of different national and
cultural background; Ability to identify and address relevant gender
perspectives in substantive work. Client orientation: Ability to establish
and maintain 
working relationships with colleagues, other staff and outside clients.
Creativity: Ability to think outside the box 
and propose new ideas and activities that would support the overall
implementation of the work programme. 
 
Education Qualifications: Advanced university degree in environment or
related fields. Candidate with first level university degree with a minimum
of eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in the 
relevant fields would be acceptable Work Experience: A minimum of five years
of professional experience including two years of experience in the field of
environmental policies, sustainable development and technical cooperation. 
 

POSITION; MEDICAL OFFICER 
Locations: SPECA member countries(Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
Turkmenistan                                    ,Uzbekistan,Afghanistan  and
Azerbaijan)
Remuneration;$114,000.00 USD per Annum
Duration : Full-Time
 
Medical Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
 
 Clinical Duties:
Undertake day-to-day clinical duties, e. g. walk-in clinic, emergencies,
pre-placement and periodic medical examinations, immunisations, etc. Refer
staff to outside specialists as necessary and follow-up with outside
specialists. Provide health education and participate in addressing work
environment and occupational health issues. Medico Administrative Duties:
Liaise with U.N-Military Medical Units in the mission and host-nation
medical facilities. Follow the SPECA established 
policies and procedures regarding medical clearances, sick leave and medical
evacuations. 
Deputise for a more senior Medical Officer during his/her absence. 
Supervisory Administration: 
Manage day-to-day mission medical support operations by ensuring
availability of supplies and  proper functioning of medical equipment;
Ensure appropriate training programs are implemented in order to maintain
and develop the medical capabilities (e. g. health education, HIV/AIDS
prevention, first aid and CPR). 
General: Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Staff at
large; staff within work unit; Staff counsellors; Senior management
throughout the 
Organization; All specialised agencies; Military Physicians; Physicians and
representatives of Laboratories, Pharmaceutical Companies, Medical
Associations and Societies. Perform other related duties as required 
 
Competencies 
Professionalism - Knowledge and hands on experience in clinical medicine.
Planning and 
organising - Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and
monitor own work plan and those under his/her supervision. Teamwork - Strong
interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working
relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and
respect for diversity Communication - Good interpersonal and oral and
written communication skills. Commitment to Continuous learning -
Willingness to learn to keep abreast 
of new developments in the medical field. Technological awareness - Solid
computer skills and  good knowledge of relevant medical databases. 
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education 
Doctorate in Medicine. Residency in one of the medical specialties,
preferably internal medicine. 
 
Work Experience 
At least 4 years of practical experience in occupational health and tropical
medicine; general knowledge of worldwide health conditions, health
requirements and precautions. 
 
Languages 
Fluency in spoken and written English or French; knowledge of a second
official UN language is an advantage and sometimes a requirement. 

Other Skills 
 
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and
women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its
principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3,
article 8).   English and French are the two working languages of  the
United Nations Secretariat.  The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking
environment. 
 
 

 
.POSITION;  PROGRAMME OFFICER 
Locations: SPECA member countries(Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
Turkmenistan                                    ,Uzbekistan,Afghanistan  and
Azerbaijan)
Remuneration;$119,000.00 USD per annum
Duration : Full-Time
 
 
Responsibilities 
Under the general guidance of the Chief of the Division and the direct
supervision of the Chief of the Programme Planning and Evaluation Unit, the
incumbent: participates in strategic planning exercises and follows up on
their results; assists in the preparation of the biennial programme budget
and in servicing the related intergovernmental review process; participates
in the design, monitoring and reporting of the Regular Programme;
participates in programme/project impact assessment and evaluation
exercises; contributes to the setting up and further development of in-house
norms, standards and policies to guide programme/ project evaluation;
assists the Unit's Chief in preparing special reports and in undertaking
policy analysis and processing studies that may be requested on an ad-hoc
basis. 
 
Competencies 
Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and
approaches relevant to programme/project management and evaluation; good
research, analytical and problem-solving skills; familiarity with and
experience in the use of various research methodologies and sources,
including electronic resources; ability to apply good judgement in the
context of assignments. 
Planning and organizing: Ability to establish priorities and to plan,
co-ordinate and monitor own work plan and that of others working in his/her
area of competence such as a network of focal points, regional advisers,
experts and individual programme managers (directors) while undertaking
specific planning/programming assignments. Teamwork: Good interpersonal
skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and
working relations in a multicultural,multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance.
Communication: Good communication (spoken and written) skills, including the
ability to draft/edit a variety of written reports, studies and other
communications and to articulate ideas in 
a clear, concise style. Technology awareness: Solid computer skills in
project programme 
management applications. 
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education 
Advanced university degree in economics, business administration or related
field. 
 
Work Experience 
At least 5 years of progressively responsible relevant experience in
programme/ project 
planning, monitoring, reporting and evaluation. Working experience in
international organizations would be highly desirable. The length of
experience 
of candidates holding a PhD may be reduced to three years. 
 
Languages 
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English and Spanish
is required, as verified through relevant exams if necessary. 
  
 
 POSITION; ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
  Locations: SPECA member countries(Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
Turkmenistan                                    ,Uzbekistan,Afghanistan  and
Azerbaijan)
  Remuneration;$129,000.00 USD  per annum
  Duration : Full-Time
  
The Administrative Officer will be 
responsible for the following duties: Initiate and coordinate actions
covering the entire span of  human resource activities, e.g., recruitment,
placement, promotion, performance appraisal, vacancies, job classification
reviews, separation of staff members, training, etc., ensuring consistency
in the application of UN rules and procedures. Provide expert advice with
respect to conditions of service, duties and responsibilities, and
privileges and entitlements under the Staff Rules and Regulations. Represent
the Department/Unit at Departmental Panels and appointment bodies. 
Review post incumbency reports for purposes of vacancy management and
staffing table 
control. Provide advice to Senior Management and staff regarding Staff
Regulations and Rules, policies and procedures concerning Human Resources
issues by studying, researching and explaining various rules and procedures
or identifying matters which need to be addressed; writing guidelines for
various rules and procedures and analyzing the situation to recommend
appropriate solution as required. Counsel staff members regarding various
human resources and management issues by explaining rules and procedures and
recommending solutions or course 
of action to take. recommending recruitments, appointments, extensions of
contracts and promotions, participating in internal selection panel
meetings, reviewing and taking appropriate actions regarding requests 
from staff members and managers on various HR-related matters. Provide
expert guidance and 
leadership to more junior staff. Perform other related work as required 
 
Competencies 
Professionalism - Demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge of human
resources management; 
proven analytical skills; Proven ability to establish priorities and to
plan, coordinate and organize work.Client Orientation - Ability to identify
clients' needs and propose appropriate solutions as well as establish and
maintain effective relationships with outside collaborators and other
contacts; 
Communication - Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills,
including ability to prepare reports and conduct presentations by clearly
formulating positions on human resources and administrative issues; Teamwork
- Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a
multicultural,multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity; proven record of building and managing teams and creating an
enabling environment, including the abiity to effectively lead, supervise,
mentor, develop and evaluate staff and design training/skills enhancement
initiatives to ensure effective transfer of knowledge/skills. 
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education 
Advanced University degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in human
resources management, 
public administration, or other related field. A first level university
degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience
may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. 
 
Work Experience 
A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in human
resources management 
is required. Supervisory experience in desirable. 
 


 
POSITION; FINANCE OFFICER 
Locations: SPECA member countries(Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
Turkmenistan                                    ,Uzbekistan,Afghanistan  and
Azerbaijan)
Remuneration;$120,000.00 USD  
Duration : Full-Time  
  
Responsibilities 
Under the guidance of the Section Chief, the incumbent 
is expected to analyse budget submissions, obtain clarifications and
justifications and prepare budget and budget performance reports . prepare
financial implications for Security Council reports, and to administer the
related trust funds. The incumbent supports the Director and Section Chief
in the presentation of budget proposals and budget performance reports at
the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions and the
Fifth Committee of the General Assembly, and prepares supplementary
information. The incumbent also prepares allotments, staffing table
authorisations, redeployments of funds, analyses and monitors budget
implementation, initiates payments to troop-contributing Governments for
settlement of liabilities, and prepares communication to donors on financial
aspects of trust fund activities. The incumbent may be requested to perform
other related duties assigned by the Section Chief, including team
assignments for Division-wide 
initiatives. 
 
Competencies 
Professionalism - Possesses conceptual and analytical skills including a
complete, in-depth grasp of financial principles and practices, with
knowledge of budget development including results based budgeting and
financial administration of resources; accepts additional responsibilities
as required by the demands of service; strives for excellence in performance
continually; remains composed while working effectively in stressful
situations; uses information technology effectively as a tool and resource;
demonstrates substantive and technical knowledge to meet responsibilities
and post requirements with excellence; is motivated and demonstrates a
capacity to pursue personal development and learn; willing to frequently
work beyond normal working 
hours in order to get the job done.

 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education 
A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic
qualifications and 
experience in business administration, finance or relevant field. 
 
Work Experience 
Progressively responsible experience in resource planning, budget
preparation, budget 
monitoring and analysis of implementation is a requirement. Demonstrated
experience in results based approaches to budgeting is highly desirable.
 

Other Skills 
Proficiency in use of information technology tools for financial analysis
and monitoring of budgets is required. Proficiency in use of office
software, in particularly Excel, Word and Powerpoint is required. Strong
writing skills is a requirement. 
 
 
 
 
 

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