Requisition ID: 4862Grade: SB5 - Local Professional (Mid-Level & Senior)Country: BrazilDuty Station: BrasiliaCategory: National ConsultantType of Job Posting: Internal and ExternalEmployment Type: NonStaff-RegularContract Duration: 1 yearApplication deadline: 09-Dec-2024 , 11:59 PM (Vienna, Austria time)Vacancy AnnouncementTEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF PROJECT PERSONNELOnly nationals or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are considered eligible.Female candidates are encouraged to apply.FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the direct supervision of the Project Manager (PM) and close cooperation with the project team in the Head Quarter (HQ) and Field Office, the expert will be responsible for the performance of the following main duties:MAIN DUTIESPlanning and workplanReview the project document and its outputs.
Provide technical advice to the PM on the project implementation, budget, etc.Review existing strategy and implementation approach in the country.Familiarize with the country's local partners (governments, donors, local authorities, and other implementing agencies.Conduct stakeholder consultations with Government counterparts and stakeholders to review, detail, and confirm project activities under the financial mechanism.Effective and timely management of tasks based on the annual work plan of the project.Execution of activitiesConduct economic and financial analyses required for the execution of the Work Plan, including the following activities:Conduct Market Study activities, including: (a) Supply Chain Analysis, including at least a Financial and Capital Markets and Services Report; (b) Barriers Analysis containing at least a Barrier Impact Analysis and a Mitigation Plan.To develop Financial Projections and Funding Requirements Report towards developing a financial mechanism.To design a Funding Instrument containing at least the following elements: (a) Foundational Planning; (b) Fund Design; (c) Implementation Plan; (d) Repayment & Fund Sustainability.To support the Technical Skills Assessment under the Capacity Building activities.Conduct stakeholder consultations with Government counterparts and other stakeholders to endorse the approach towards establishing funding instrument.Timely and quality maintenance of information at all stages of the project.Project promotion and outreachLiaise and coordinate work with the UNIDO Project Manager.Liaise and coordinate work with Brazilian counterparts and national experts.Undertake missions within Brazil as required.Support those responsible for Project Communication in developing communication materials and pieces with content relevant to the activities.ReportingDraft the final report and submit it to the PM.Project contingent activitiesTo carry out ad-hoc activities as requested during project execution.To carry out other activities related to the project assigned by the UNIDO Project Manager.MINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTSEducation: Advanced university degree (master's or equivalent) in economics, engineering, sciences, agro-industries, environment, business administration, or another relevant discipline is required .Technical and Functional Experience :At least five (5) years of professional experience in the related fields of the post, including financial services and institutions, is required .Thorough understanding of office procedures and practices, preferably in a multicultural environment, is required .Experience working with government and development agencies, including the United Nations agencies in the country or a similar country in the region, is desirable .Languages : Fluency in written and spoken English and Portuguese is required .REQUIRED COMPETENCIESCore values:WE LIVE AND ACT WITH INTEGRITY: work honestly, openly and impartially.WE SHOW PROFESSIONALISM: work hard and competently in a committed and responsible manner.WE RESPECT DIVERSITY: work together effectively, respectfully and inclusively, regardless of our differences in culture and perspective.Key competencies:WE FOCUS ON PEOPLE: cooperate to fully reach our potential –and this is true for our colleagues as well as our clients.WE FOCUS ON RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: focus on planning, organizing and managing our work effectively and efficiently.WE COMMUNICATE AND EARN TRUST: communicate effectively with one another and build an environment of trust.WE THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND INNOVATE: To stay relevant, we continuously improve, support innovation, share our knowledge and skills, and learn from one another.This appointment is limited to the specified project(s) only and does not carry any expectation of renewal.Employees of UNIDO are expected at all times to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and respect for diversity, both at work and outside.Visit the UNIDO website for details on how to apply: www.unido.orgNOTE: The Director General retains the discretion to make an appointment to this post at a lower level.Notice to applicants:UNIDO does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process.#J-18808-Ljbffr