CDRI seeks an experienced professional for the role of Lead Specialist Programmes to lead formulation, implementation and monitoring of programmes and projects on resilience of critical and social infrastructure across multiple country contexts as per the vision, goals and work plans of CDRI.
Role and Responsibilities
- Anchor the development and implementation of a programme strategy within CDRI to achieve the vision, goals and work plans of CDRI.
- Develop and implement detailed processes for conceptualization, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects within CDRI
- Coordinate development of budgets, results-based budgeting and monitoring, accomplishment of performance parameters/ critical indicators and reporting
- Develop and implement organizational processes for effective oversight, allocation and management of resources for high-quality implementation of programmes and projects within CDRI
- Seek, analyze, document and apply knowledge, information, and best practices within all programmes and projects of CDRI
- Promote knowledge management, document best practices and lessons learned from project implementation, and facilitate dissemination in appropriate format to relevant stakeholders
- Develop and implement robust strategies and actions to identify and engage with all relevant stakeholders for programmes and projects for their effective implementation and management
- Work as a team with other Principal/ Lead Specialists to streamline the delivery of outputs and maximize coherence of outcomes of all projects within CDRI
- Promoting and positioning the organisation as a centre of excellence implementing programmes and projects across the CDRI member countries that address needs and demands relating to infrastructure resilience
Candidate Profile
Competencies
Essential
- Demonstrated strategic, technical and intellectual skills in the areas relating to resilient infrastructure, disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation or related areas
- Experience in formulation and implementation of programmes and projects, managing teams, coordinating and engaging with stakeholders
- Demonstrated skills in devising project monitoring systems for complex project teams such as SPVs, joint-ventures, etc.
- Demonstrated success in leading, coordinating, and contributing to timely delivery of high-quality projects and smooth implementation of institutional policies
- Proven ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and strategic planning skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities
- Experience of drafting programme documents/ proposals, results-based budgeting, scope of work, tender documents involving complex stakeholder groups.
- Familiarity with international frameworks like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Sendai Framework on Disaster Risk Reduction and the Paris Agreement on Climate Change.
- Computer proficiency, especially related to project management software, and office software packages.
Desirable
- Experience in developing and implementing knowledge projects strategies for large organizations in public or private sectors.
- Experience working in an international organization and with a diverse number of partners comprising Governments, the UN, multi-lateral systems, industry, the financial institutions, knowledge and research institutions in multi country locations.
Qualifications
Post-Graduate qualification in engineering, planning, architecture, environmental sciences, climate change, applied sciences, or a related field are preferred.
Experience
Minimum 10 years of experience in knowledge project management; experience of latest practices and technology of knowledge project management, resource allocation, conflict resolution; good knowledge about research projects proposals, research methodology, and evaluation of research outcomes. Specific experience in knowledge projects for disaster risk reduction may be given additional weightage.
For candidates demonstrating considerable international experience, an international salary and benefits package will be offered.
Candidates will have to demonstrate considerable experience in at least 5 countries across two UN geographic regions (from Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Northern America, and Oceania) to meet the criteria for international staff.
Reporting Line
The incumbent shall report to Director – Programme Management and Technical Support.
