Mission and objectives

The United Nations Development Programme is the United Nations’ global development network. It promotes technical and investment cooperation among nations and advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life for themselves. UNDP is on the ground in over 170 countries and territories, working with them on their own solutions to global, regional, and national development challenges. Today’s 1.45 billion young people (aged 18 to 29), the largest youth generation ever, are actively shaping the world. They are digitally connected, passionate about bringing change, and increasingly driving social, political, and economic progress in their local communities and beyond.

Context

*Only nationals of Kuwait are eligible to apply for this assignment

UNDP recognizes the immense potential of young people as positive agents of change and supports governments, civil society actors, and youth-led networks, in creating an enabling environment with a focus Inclusive Governance, Meaningful Action and Sustainable Future. Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Resident Representative and the direct supervision of the Programme Analyst, the Youth Programme Officer will be the focal point and the coordinator for both the Youth Project.

Other information

National UN Specialist Volunteers in Kuwait are entitled to:

– Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) in the amount of KWD 799.41

– Entry Lumpsum USD 400

– Annual and learning leaves;

– Free Medical and life insurance; and

– Free access to different learning platforms.

For more information on UN Volunteer benefits, entitlements and support, please visit: https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service

Task description

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Analyst, the Youth Programme Officer will undertake the following tasks:

• Review and analyse the UNDP’s planned activities with the communities and provide recommendations for implementation and including monitoring and evaluation.

• Coordinate with the relevant stakeholders to implement the related activities of the Projects action plan as well as coordination and advocacy.

• Support technical assistance to strengthen the disability-inclusiveness.

• Provide capacity-building training on Youth Empowerment -related topics to the Implementing partners. The Youth Programme Officer shall develop a training plan based on the developed capacity building training planned in close collaboration with the relevant partners entities to ensure it responds to the capacity building needs they had identified to actively implement UNDP’s projects.

• Support the data and knowledge management of the office regarding Youth Empowerment and its mainstreaming, tagging and documentation.

• Support the data and knowledge management of the office in regard to Youth Empowerment and its mainstreaming, tagging and documentation.

• Support communication, visibility and communication for development activities in collaboration with relevant Sections and Units within UNDP.

• Provide support in facilitating and reporting on meetings, trainings, and fieldwork, within and outside Kuwait

• Support the financial management of activities implemented with Government and other implementing partners and support end of activity financial reporting

Eligibility criteria

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Requirements

Required experience

3 years of experience in with a specific focus on government and civil society strengthening, including conducting analyses, action planning, making recommendations, and reporting.

• Experience working to develop and implement programming that supports Youth and members of marginalized communities to participate in civil society.

• Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is desirable but not an asset.

• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing.

• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development.

• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.

• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment.

• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.

• Have affinity with or interest in children, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Area(s) of expertise

Economics and finance, Business management, Administration

Languages

Arabic, Level: Fluent, Required English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Master degree or equivalent in economics or social Sciences, Business or Public Administration and Political Sciences, or related field will be given due consideration.

Competencies and values

• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management