Bangladesh: Grant Project Manager for the Multi-Sector Programme Planning for the Rohingya crisis Gates Foundation

Background

The first refugees from Myanmar began arriving in large numbers into Bangladesh in 1978. In the most recent influx beginning 25 August 2017 more than 722,000 Rohingya refugees have arrived in Cox’s Bazaar, Bangladesh, an area that is one of the most economically-disadvantaged and infrastructure-poor regions of the country.

History shows that this latest influx is likely to remain and develop into a protracted refugee situation, where displacement may last for 20 years or more. This highlights the need to focus on improving long term access to basic services by bridging the humanitarian-development divide, through linking to the SDG theme of “Leave No One Behind” and encouraging the government, humanitarian actors and development actors to join forces and wisely invest the funds raised for the Rohingya response in infrastructure and systems which will result in sustainable cost-efficient, environmentally friendly, and socially acceptable services for the years to come. In line with the SDGs, where possible, basic services for refugees should be included within national development plans and financing mechanisms.

Together with BMGF and other partners, UNHCR is already developing a long-term sanitation solution for the rapidly growing refugee settlements in Bangladesh. This includes a focus on improving long-term access to WASH services by adopting cost-efficient technology solutions and encouraging the integration of refugee WASH services within national structures. This solution, developed for over a million refugees and host community in Cox’s Bazaar, as a result of the pressing humanitarian needs, may be a catalyst for change to improve sanitation systems nationwide, and applicable across all of Bangladesh. The recent WASH stakeholder workshop led by BMGF and UNHCR in Cox’s Bazaar has already advanced WASH actor awareness and alignment.

Building on this approach, UNHCR is now seeking to develop a multi-sector/strategic area-based development model to find improved, innovative and cost-effective, environmentally sound long term solutions across the key priority areas of Water-Food-Energy in the Cox’s Bazaar area (Ukhia/Teknaf Peninsula), for both refugees and surrounding Bangladeshi communities. The study will link with the ‘Macro settlement development planning processes’ and the master plan approach, and will, therefore, consider synergies and inter-linkages and involve engagement with multiple sectors including, Site Planning, Protection, Environment, WASH, Nutrition, Food Security, Energy, Health, and Shelter. This approach aligns with the Comprehensive Refugee Response ‘whole of society approach’ to strengthen country systems and improve development outcomes for all affected populations while meeting immediate, life-saving needs of vulnerable refugee populations.

The Multi-Sector Programme Planning for the Rohingya crisis Grant Study

(This study will be carried out by a Consultant firm)

An integrated multi-sector study to consider synergies and inter-linkages within the Water-Food-Energy nexus, is proposed to analyze the situation and develop options for improved sustainable access to basic services and begin to bridge the humanitarian-development divide. The assessment will consider success metrics including social, environmental and economic factors. The outcomes of the study will inform the overall Humanitarian Response Plan, will inform sector strategies and will help UNHCR develop strategic options to implement in 2019 and beyond.

The scope of the study will be:

· To develop options for a multi-sector/strategic development model for cost-effective, environmentally sound, social and politically acceptable long term solutions across key priority areas in the Cox’s Bazaar area (Ukhia/Teknaf Peninsula), for both refugees and surrounding Bangladeshi communities.

· The study will consider the guiding principles of the UNHCR Masterplan approach to settlement planning, and will, therefore, involve engagement with multiple sectors including, Site Planning, Protection, Environment, WASH, Nutrition, Food Security, Energy, Health, and Shelter.

· The study will consider synergies and inter-linkages within the Water-Food-Energy nexus, and take into consideration aspects of the Water-Food-Energy nexus in the model developed by FAO.

· The study will present recommended actions for sustainable development of the peninsula with a particular focus on the Water-Food-Energy nexus.

· The outcomes of the study will inform government, humanitarian actors and development actors to wisely invest the funds raised for the Rohingya response in infrastructure and systems, which will result in sustainable cost efficient, environmentally friendly, and socially acceptable services for the years to come.

Purpose and scope of the assignment of the Grant Project Manager

This project requires contracting a Consultant Firm to undertake the aforementioned study. The Grant Project Manager will manage and supervise the study as described in below responsibilities, and be the point of contact between UNHCR and the Consultant firm.

· The Project Manager will work with UNHCR supply and program colleagues acting as focal point for the procurement of services process related to the contracting process of the Consultant firm. Support in the development of terms of references, monitor progress on deliverables and provide feedback as necessary.

· The project manager will liaise with all relevant sectors within UNHCR (Shelter, settlement, WASH, Energy, Environment, health, etc.) coordinating relevant multi-sectoral input and collaboration with the Consultant firm.

· The Project Manager will oversee the supervision of project activities and arrange for consultations with all stakeholders such as government bodies, lines ministries, humanitarian and development agencies, beneficiaries, etc.

· The Project Manager will monitor grant implementation, prepare grant progress reports, work plans and budgets as requested by the donor and UNHCR.

· The Project Manager is responsible for the administrative/programme support to the achievement of the grant targets and the effective and transparent execution of the financial resources of the study funded by the Gates Foundation

· The Project Manager will work under the overall guidance of the UNHCR country office and in close coordination with the Division of Program and Management Support (DPSM)

Education:

· University degree in urban planning, architecture, civil or environmental engineering with solid project management grounding.

Experience:

· At least 8 years (6 years with Advanced University degree) of relevant experience in project management related to the built environment.

· Proven experience of working in humanitarian context and large scale emergencies coordinating with operational partners governmental technical departments.

· Proven experience in managing grants.

· Effective interpersonal, management and negotiation skills proven through successful interaction with stakeholders, including senior government officials, region/local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs and communities.

· Demonstrated ability in team management and collaboration.

· Previous experience of work with UNHCR will be an asset.

· Good coordination and communication skills.

· Excellent working knowledge of English is essential.

Please send an updated P11, CV and a Cover Letter to HQSHELTER@unhcr.org, clearly stating the job title in subject line.
The deadline for application is 25.03.2019. Please note that due to high volume of applications we will not be able to give individual feedback on the application.