DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Generic duties 

1. Ensures effective direction, management, and accountability of the Department and/or the specific programme managed by the incumbent in delivering its objectives through managing and inspiring a diverse workforce and peer communities to optimize the department's financial resources, deliverables and mandate. 

2. Leads the articulation of a clear departmental vision in coherence with organizational strategy and ensure its operationalization through robust departmental performance management practices that drive measurable results and enhance overall organizational effectiveness. 

3. Leads the Department in developing evidence-based policies and strategies for dissemination and implementation in Regional and Country Office programmes. 

4. Provides highest level technical advice and expertise to Management in the respective area of work in order to position the Department and Organization as a l...