UNOPS JOB VACANCY FOR TRAINING & WORKSHOP COORDINATION CONSULTANT

UNOPS helps its partners in the United Nations system meet the world’s needs for building peace, recovering from disaster...,
and creating sustainable development. UNOPS is known for its ability to implement complex projects in all types of environments around the globe. In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:


VACANCY DETAILS

VACANCY CODE UNOPS/2010/AFO/NGOA/001

POST TITLE TRAINING & WORKSHOP COORDINATOR CONSULTANT

POST LEVEL NATIONAL EXPERT, LICA 6 ORG UNIT AFO

DUTY STATION ABUJA, NIGERIA

DURATION INITIALLY 4 MONTHS WITH POSSIBILITY OF RENEWAL


BACKGROUND

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Training and Workshop consultant under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator will support and provide programmatic inputs to the training and related workshops activities. Specifically, the consultant will undertake the following tasks:
-Follow up on the progress of the roll out of the training and workshop(s) activities and in collaboration with other relevant UNOPS staff; provide timely and relevant information to the relevant institutions on the project as may be required;
-In consultation with relevant Institutions, produce a strategic orientation document on the training communications and workshop(s) programmes;
-Organize, coordinate and manage workshop activities, including development of workshop materials and agenda in consultation with workshop facilitators and relevant institutions;
-Ensure performance planning, monitoring and appraisal of the effectiveness of the Workshop including submission of situational reports;
-Communication with the relevant government institution in the sector to ensure a coherent response to the implementation of training and workshop activities;
-Facilitate workshop activities, including preparation of regular situational reports on the workshop programme;
-Identify performance matrix, plan and conduct evaluation of workshop(s) effectiveness and action plans from the participants to address areas of opportunity;
-Prepare and submit reports on observations, issues arising, and recommendations from attended training and workshop programmes;
-Perform any other tasks assigned to her/him by the programme coordinator.

REQUIRED SELECTION CRITERION
COMPETENCIES
Advanced university degree in social sciences, combined with experience in participatory communication, participatory research, training and impact evaluation.
-At least 2 years in a corporate technical learning function in a management capacity.
-Track record of at least three relevant assignments (trainings or workshop consultancy and advisory services) as a reliable expert/consultant in the field of capacity building is essential;
-Experience conducting needs assessments and organizational surveys;
-Ability to build credibility at all levels within the organization;
-Previous experience in preparation of and delivery of training/workshops in the related fields;
-Excellent analytical, communication and facilitation skills as well as writing experience;
-Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with government officials and other programme partners;
-Knowledge of computer systems, internet navigation and various office applications, specifically interactive digital media;
-Proven ability to work as part of a team;
-Knowledge in the Energy and power sector will be an added advantage
-Excellent knowledge of English language is essential.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS
Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae, evidence of experience of having worked on similar activities, and an updated United Nations Personal History Form P 11.) English Version, to ng.registry@unops.org. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Only those candidates who have been shortlisted will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly advised to apply.

UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.
For more information on UNOPS, including its core values and competencies,

please the UNOPS website is  www.unops.org

CLOSING DATE: 18thOVEMBER 2010