Expert In Industrial Strategic Planning - UNDP

Education:
    Advanced degree in Industrial planning or akin areas.

Experience:
    Demonstrated Professional experience not less than 10 years in the field;
    Research track record in industrial strategy and planning interventions;
    Experience in GCC and Kuwait in particular is a plus;
    In depth knowledge and strong track record of using internationally oriented  programs and instruments;
    Good understanding of the rules governing program management and implementation modalities as set by the Government of Kuwait and PAI. This attribute is a plus;
    Strong IT skills.

Duties and Responsibilities
Scope of work:
    Oversee the drafting of a national and clear industrial strategy in accordance with the strategic objectives of the State of Kuwait and the Midrange Development plan's policies. The strategy will be drafted by one of the offices of the Global Advisory firm specialized in this area;
    Provide technical advice on the development of the strategic plan employing international best practices and approaches in the field, with special focus on the technical evaluation of the outputs delivered by the advisory firm,
    Attend the meetings with the advisory firm on behalf of PAI as required;
    Assess and suggest enhancement of the internal administrative slandered operation procedures (SOPs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the department of industrial planning;
    Assess and assist in enhancing the capacity of the department of industrial planning staff in industrial strategic analysis, strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation and TORs development.

Expected Output:
    Monthly progress report approved by the beneficiary;
    Assessment report on the administrative capacity of the department of industrial planning;
    Assessment report on the capacity development needs for the department of industrial planning staff; and a Staff capacity building plan;
    Evidence based quarterly assessment report on the impact of the staff capacity building initiatives on the performance efficiency and the effectiveness of the department of industrial planning;
    Administrative SOPs and KPIs manuals;
    Briefs, studies and white papers on all subjects relevant to the consultancy upon the request of the beneficiary;
    Final report with recommendations on the way forward.

Work arrangements:
    The Consultant will be on governmental contract;
    Will be based at the PAI - Department of Industrial Planning;
    Will be supervised by PAI - Department of Industrial Planning and administrated by GSSCPD in close collaboration with PAI.

Competencies
Functional Competencies:
    Lead teams effectively and show conflict resolution skills;
    Consistently approach work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
    Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills in Arabic and English;
    Knowledge of up-to-date statistical analysis software;
    Build strong relationships with PS and external parties;
    Ability to advocate and provide policy advice;
    Awareness of the need for development and operational effectiveness;
    Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programs and projects;
    Ability to research and analyze national and international development situations.

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