Lead Consultant - Mediation and Arbitration Project
Title: Lead Consultant - Medaition and Arbitration Project
Category: Contractor - Single Engagement Contract
Duty Station: Chisinau, Moldova.
ABOUT IDLO
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) enables governments and empowers people to reform laws and strengthen institutions to promote peace, justice, sustainable development and economic opportunity. We contribute to creating stable and inclusive societies where every person can live free from fear and want, in dignity and under the rule of law. To learn more about IDLO, please visit our website www.idlo.int or follow us on Twitter @IDLO.
BACKGROUND
The Department of Programs is the central management and coordinating function for program delivery and capacity development. It is responsible for the implementation of IDLO’s global program portfolio for field and non-field locations in line with organizational strategy. The Program Coordinator is responsible for overall program cycle support including, formulation, implementation, financial and quality compliance. The Program Coordinator interacts with internal as well as external functions.
THE ASSIGNMENT
Under direct supervision of the the Regional Program Manager/Program Coordinator, the Lead Consultant will support program implementation with project design and delivery; monitor Program activities to ensure compliance with contracts and procedures and that program cycle quality controls are in place; engages with internal and external functions in order to develop innovative program.
In particular, the Lead Consultant will be expected to undertake the following deleverables:
1. Coordinate program implementation, including: work planning, budget management, monitoring, and reporting, and ensure that all phases of the project are consistent with the project design and delivery schedule, and IDLO processes and procedures.
- Manage the coordination of work and information between IDLO Offices.
- Support development of implementation plans by means of standardized program cycle management tools, logic models and frameworks, work plans, and others;
- In coordination with the Headquarters, monitor daily program implementation issues, including revisions to project design and work plans; make recommendations for timely and optimal course corrections;
- Draft, collate and provide input for the finalization of internal and external reports, in collaboration with the Headquarters; coordinate the approval and submission program reports; ensuring these highlight the value and impact the program/activity brings;
- Collaborate and communicate regularly with the Finance Unit to build accurate financial forecasts, including reviewing financial reports and identifying in advance areas of over- or under-spending, and flagging any urgent budgetary issues to the supervisor/budget holder;
- Ensure program deliverables meet quality standards and proactively seek input from relevant substantive internal experts.
2. Ensure compliance of program activities and that program cycle quality controls are in place.
- Ensure internal procedures and guidelines are observed, recommending corrective action and consulting to the appropriate department any potential compliance issues
- Monitor compliance with program contracts and subcontracts;
- Ensure program deliverables meet quality standards and proactively seek input from relevant substantive internal experts;
- Conduct research on legal, political, social, and economic events, trends, and/or developments relating to the program; respond to internal and external requests for such research.Program Development and Program Representation.
3. Contribute to Program Development.
- Generate ideas and develop concept notes/proposals for projects and program activities that are aligned to Regional/Country program priorities;
- In coordination with the Program Development Unit and the supervisor, periodically develop proposals or concept notes, aimed at innovatively expanding IDLO’s program portfolio;
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- Advanced university degree in international development, law, public administration, business
administration, public policy or other relevant social sciences.
- 3-5 years of relevant professional experience ideally within an international organization.
- Professional experience in Alternative Dispute Resolution (Mediation and/or Arbitration) and Rule of Law Programming would be an asset.;
Languages
- Fluent oral and professional writing skills in English and Romanian are essential.
- Working knowledge of Russian would be an advantage.
Specific Knowledge / Skills / Competencies
- Familiarity with standard program and data management tools, as well as results based management and monitoring and evaluation principles;
- Interest and/or affinity with Alternative Dispute Resolution related programming would be an asset;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficient use of other ICT software and internet software;
- Shares information, contributes, encourages and motivates others to become involved in team activities. Provides constructive feedback and willingly helps others. Contributes to a fair environment that fosters collaboration and cooperation. Works effectively across and within IDLO organizational boundaries;
- Proven ability to see through tasks set and deliver results;
- The ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, flexibility and an entrepreneurial spirit;
- Ability and willingness to travel to the region, if necessary;
- Keen sense of ethics, integrity, and commitment to IDLO’s mandate. Self-motivated and dynamic with a willingness and ability to use initiative to assist the organization to achieve its objectives.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The consultancy is expected to start before end of October 2018 and shall last for a period of six months.
HOW TO APPLY
IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply via our website: www.idlo.int/jobs and submit the completed IDLO Personal History Form (PHF), resume and cover letter.
DISCLAIMER AND CLOSING DATE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
The Director - General of IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the recruitment to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Application deadline is: October 20, 2018 (23:59hrs Rome time).
In the interest of making most effective use of resources, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted during the selection process.
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