Objectives and Targets:
Under the overall guidance of UNFPA Country Director and direct supervision of UNFPA Assistant Representative, the HIV/AIDS Programme Officer will contribute to the national effort to combat HIV epidemic in the country.

He/She will work with other UN agencies, donors and national partners to develop effective strategies and HIV prevention interventions.

The HIV/AIDS Programme Officer will contribute substantially to meeting targets and results of the current UNDAF as well as of the new UNDAF for the next programme cycle.

Duties and Responsibilities

The HIV/AIDS Programme Officer should, among others:

1. Prepare a detailed HIV/AIDS prevention action plan of UNFPA to scale up interventions in the four key areas of a. HIV prevention among young people focusing on those with most at risk, b. HIV prevention in sex work c. Comprehensive condom programming, and d. Protecting women and girls from HIV.  

2. Leverage policy and technical support from Government of Ukraine and other UN and non-UN organizations working in Ukraine and ensure that UNFPA assistance in preventing HIV/AIDS is closely coordinated and linked with in-country programmes and initiatives.

3. Develop new project portfolio for UNFPA Ukraine inthe area of HIV/AIDS and ensure that particular concerns in RH and rights are incorporated and integrated in programmes developed with development partners within and outside the UNCT.

4. Identify, and support key national responses, conduct evidence based advocacy, policy dialogue, provide support to national programme implementation, foster partnerships and coordinate for other actions to ensure delivery or progress to deliver the following key results in Ukraine. a. Youth-friendly policies and programmes established and/or enhanced that i. strengthen national HIV prevention efforts especially for most at risk young people and those in vulnerable situations, and ii. empower young people to effectively participate in halting the HIV epidemic, b. Right-Based policies and programmes established and/or enhanced to reduce HIV transmission in sex work c.

Increased implementation of comprehensive condom programming as a means to prevent HIV infection emphasizing (i) promotion of dual protection, (ii) increased access for young people to condoms, and (iii) initiate and conduct dialogue with relevant national authorities to promote the implementation of Commodity Security system in Ukraine, d. Intensified country actions through policies and programmes to address women, girls and AIDS with emphasis on i. linking sexual and reproductive health (SRH) with HIV programmes (learning HIV status, promoting safer behaviours, investing in STI programmes and integrating PMTCT in MCH/NH services) ii. HIV prevention for young women and girls with special emphasis on meaningful male involvement, and iii. SRH needs and rights of HIV-positive women and adolescent girls.

5. Provide technical and programme guidance and advice on the design and implementation of multilaterally funded HIV/AIDS programmes.

6. Promote substantive and programmatic linkages between UNFPA-supported HIV/AIDS interventions with Country Programme activities in RH, RHCS, Gender and Population Development, including through knowledge sharing with colleagues and partners.

7. Support and strengthen interagency coalitions and collaborations on HIV/AIDS at country level with UNAIDS Co-sponsors and other development partners to make progress in achieving results in the nine priority areas recommended in the “Joint Action for Results, UNAIDS Outcome Framework , 2009 – 2011”.  

8. Assist in the review and evaluation of HIV/AIDS programmes, and provide technical support on HIV/AIDS related issues at key stages of the UN joint processes, the UNFPA country programme cycle and in national development plans and strategies.

9. Provide regular briefings and reports on UNFPA Ukraine progress in prevention of HIV/AIDS in the country.

10. Perform other duties as assigned by UNFPA Assistant Representative and Chief of Operations. Functional Competencies Advocacy Analyzing the country context, trends and projections to prepare information and evidences for advocacy activities.

Leveraging the resources of the Government and partners/Building strategic alliances and partnerships Establishing, maintaining and utilizing a broad network of contacts. Building partnerships and strategic alliances. Leveraging the larger resources of the Government and other development partners.

Innovation and marketing of new approaches Enhancing existing processes or products. Developing original and imaginative ideas and approaches. Influencing others (within UNFPA and outside) to adopt new approaches. Creating a culture of innovation and change.

Job knowledge/Technical expertise Demonstrating and applying professional and/or technical expertise and knowledge of the post. Focusing on the knowledge and skill areas necessary to effectively perform the post. Identifying and seeking to expand knowledge and improve work processes.

Management and Leadership
 

• Builds strong relationships with national counterparts and other UN agencies and responds positively to feedback.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and fosters conducive working environment with a multi-disciplinary team.  
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills.  

Development and Operational Effectiveness
 

• Proven ability to lead strategic planning, change processes, results-based management and reporting.
• Proven ability to apply development theory to the specific country context to identify creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations.

Corporate Competencies Values/Guiding Principles
 

• Integrity: Taking actions that are congruent with what he/she says. Reliably delivering on promises and honouring commitments made. Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UNFPA in actions and decisions.
• Commitment to the Organization and its Mandate: Demonstrating personal commitment in actions taken and decisions made on a daily basis. Demonstrating commitment to organizational vision and priorities and strategic direction.
• Cultural Sensitivity/Valuing Diversity: Demonstrating an international outlook, appreciating differences in values and learning from cultural diversity. Moves from demonstrating sensitivity to encouraging full participation, to leveraging diversity.

Performance Management Accepting responsibility for personal performance.

Working in Teams Working effectively with colleagues in ways that allow the achievement of shared objectives. Building teams both within existing organizational structures and outside of them. Creating team spirit and unity of purpose.

Self-Management/Emotional Intelligence Managing moods, responding effectively to stress, situations of ambiguity or crisis. Managing relationships with others to achieve mutual benefit. Building an emotionally intelligent team.

Communicating Information and Ideas Communicating clearly and effectively. Seeking to understand the ideas of others. Facilitating and encouraging open communication. Creating an environment for open communication. Inspiring and persuading others.

Analytical and Strategic Thinking Making appropriate and transparent decisions by analyzing complex information, taking into consideration different points of view. Demonstrating the ability to make tough and/or sensitive decisions. Having flexibility to both adopt a course of action and change it when required by the situation. Using rational and intuitive processes that result in drawing accurate conclusions, generating viable solutions and visualizing new potentials. Demonstrating the ability to step above immediate concerns and to see the “big picture”.

Results Orientation/Commitment to Excellence Driving to achieve results while pursuing the highest standards. Maximizing the use of resources. Moving from basic results orientation to managing for results, to linking results.

Job Requirements Academic Requirements

• At least a Master’s Degree (preferably post-graduate) in Public Health or related fields, such as social science, communication, or education.
• Background in areas related to the UNFPA mandate (sexual and reproductive health, population and development, gender equality) is a strong asset.

Experience

• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in designated country in HIV/AIDS or STI prevention programmes and advocacy interventions.
• Familiarity with United Nations working modalities, in particular UNFPA and UNAIDS and non-governmental organizations in Ukraine will be an asset.

Languages
 

• Excellency in oral and written Ukrainian, fluency in English and Russian (subject to testing).

Abilities and Skills

• Ability to propose new initiatives and have experience with conduction of advocacy and dialogue with key senior partners in government and development community, with strong communication skills.
• Proactivity, resourcefulness, punctuality, responsibility.  
• Strong analytical orientation and sound judgment.
• Data management skills.
• Self-organization.  
• Excellent writing, presentation, communication and negotiations skills.  
• Ability to travel extensively, including foreign travels, and work under time pressure.  
• Dedication to the United Nations principles and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Computer skills
 

• Proficiency in current office software applications. Ability to use office machinery.

Recommendations from previous employer(s) are mandatory. This is a locally recruited position and no expatriation benefits will apply. All interested candidates should complete the UN PERSONAL HISTORY FORM* (P-11) and attach it to the on-line application (instead of CV). Failure to disclose prior employment or making false representations on this form will be grounds for withdrawal of further consideration of his/her application or termination, where the appointment or contract has been issued.

Detailed job description is available here. 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 19/09/2010

UNDP will use a transparent and competitive screening process, though will only contact those applicants in whom there is further interest. Applications may only be submitted for specific vacancy. We regret that we will not be able to acknowledge all unsolicited general applications for employment.

Personal History Form can be downloaded from http://www.un.kiev.ua/bc/jobs/

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.