Project Manager Project - UNDP Trinidad and Tobago
Project Manager Project - UNDP Trinidad and Tobago
Project Manager Project - UNDP Trinidad and Tobago
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TERMS OF REFERENCETitle:<strong>Project</strong>:Languages:Expected Duration of <strong>Project</strong>:Type of contract:<strong>Project</strong> <strong>Manager</strong>Strengthening the Parliament of <strong>Trinidad</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tobago</strong>English2 yearsService Contract (One Year – Renewable)1. Brief <strong>Project</strong> Description:The project aims to strengthen the parliament of <strong>Trinidad</strong> & <strong>Tobago</strong> in carrying out its core functions<strong>and</strong> responsibilities, based upon a comprehensive approach to parliamentary development.The project will provide support to a new Strategic Development Plan of Parliament, <strong>and</strong> design a multiyear<strong>UNDP</strong> project document to support the implementation of the Strategic Plan. Furthermore, theproject will launch a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening the legislative functioning of parliament<strong>and</strong> enhance the outreach <strong>and</strong> communication of the institution. The project will also provide policy <strong>and</strong>legal guidance to the parliament leadership with a view to establish the functional autonomy ofparliament. The project will also contribute to the regional networking of parliament.The project is organized on four strategy foundations: promoting national ownership in parliamentarydevelopment; incorporating of ‘lessons learned’ from other parliamentary development projects;knowledge building <strong>and</strong> knowledge transfer in order to enhance sustainability of the project outcomes;<strong>and</strong> working cooperatively with other partners.2. Organizational Context:The <strong>Project</strong> <strong>Manager</strong> will be housed in the Parliament building, <strong>and</strong> quality assurance will be given bythe Democratic Governance Programme Officer based in the <strong>UNDP</strong> T&T Country Office3. Duties <strong>and</strong> responsibilities:The <strong>Project</strong> <strong>Manager</strong> will execute the following core tasks <strong>and</strong> duties, under the overall guidance of the<strong>Project</strong> Board, under joint supervision by the Clerk of the House of Representatives <strong>and</strong> the <strong>UNDP</strong>Democratic Programme Officer <strong>and</strong> in close cooperation with consultants <strong>and</strong> technical advisersrecruited on a temporary basis by the project:
CompetenciesManagement & Leadership• Has leadership qualities <strong>and</strong> motivates teams well, inspiring confidence in others.• Flexibility in carrying out responsibilities <strong>and</strong> responsiveness to complex needs <strong>and</strong> dem<strong>and</strong>s.• Develops creative solutions to particularly challenging situations <strong>and</strong> is an effective influencer.• Ability to coach <strong>and</strong> mentor.• Promotes a knowledge sharing <strong>and</strong> learning culture within the project.Communications• Strong oral <strong>and</strong> written communication skills. Good listener <strong>and</strong> responsive to the opinions ofothers.• Ability to advocate <strong>and</strong> provide policy advice.Teamwork• Works effectively in cross-functional teams, as well as through networks of diverse <strong>and</strong> dispersedpeople.Building Partnerships• Cultivates productive relationships with partners <strong>and</strong> other important institutions <strong>and</strong> individuals;mobilizes additional resources to achieve strategic results.• Speaks confidently <strong>and</strong> exercises diplomacy in dealing with governments, UN system <strong>and</strong> nationalpartners.• Has the ability to think strategically, develop initiatives as well as provide innovative solutions <strong>and</strong>advice through learning <strong>and</strong> partnerships.