Programme Associate

Background   Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.   UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.   As a trusted, long-term partner with extensive operational experience, UNDP supports countries in effective implementation of complex, multilateral and multi-sectoral health programmes while simultaneously investing in capacity development so that national and local partners can assume these responsibilities over time. UNDP partners with countries in crisis/post-crisis situations, those with weak institutional capacity or governance challenges, and countries under sanctions. When requested, UNDP acts as interim Principal Recipient (PR) in these settings, working with national partners and The Global Fund (GF) to improve management, implementation and oversight, while simultaneously developing national capacity for governments or local entities to be able to assume the PR role over time. Within the HIV & Health Group, the Global Fund Partnership and Health Systems Team (GFPHST) is a dedicated team providing support to UNDP Country Offices throughout the grant lifecycle. The support includes, programme management, monitoring and evaluation, financial management, procurement and supply chain management, capacity development and/or transition and sustainability planning and support to strategic policies and plans and funding proposals.   The HIV response in Cuba is based on a thorough epidemiological analysis that established the foundation for the strategic prioritization outlined in the National Strategic Plan. UNDP has assumed the role of PR for Global Fund grants since 2003. The current Global Fund- supported HIV programme, for the period 1 January 2024- 31 December 2026, aims to reduce HIV incidence and AIDS- related mortality by closing gaps in each of the cascade pillars of the prevention and care continuum, ensuring that key populations have timely access to effective and sustainable services for prevention, diagnosis, treatment and chronic care.     Position Purpose Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Project Manager for the Global Fund- supported HIV programme, the Programme Associate will provide financial management, general administrative support, and capacity building to achieve successful design, planning and management of the programme.   This will be done in accordance with UNDP rules, policies and procedures, the grant agreement, and corporate agreements with the GF, and working in partnership with national programmes, UN agencies, NGOs, the GF (including Local Fund Agent), implementing partners, and technical partners, the GFPHST and other UNDP units and programmes.   UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration.     Duties and Responsibilities 1.) Ensures the implementation of programme management strategies and policies, and adapts processes and procedures focusing on achievement of the following results:

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