Project Officer – NPSA 10 Vacancy-Job Ref: JKEGUNDP/1309/202046

Project Officer – NPSA 10 Vacancy-Job Ref: JKEGUNDP/1309/202046

Cairo (Egypt)

JOB DESCRIPTION
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.

UNDP Egypt Programme Team is composed of three thematic clusters, based on the three outcomes of its Country Programme i.e.:

Inclusive Growth and Innovation
Environment and Climate Resilience
Social inclusion and Local Development
These Thematic Clusters are led by team leaders/Assistant Resident Representatives (ARRs) with enhanced focus on policy advice, partnership building, pipeline management, quality assurance, programme implementation, monitoring and reporting.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative, the Team Leader/Assistant Resident Representative for Inclusive Growth and Innovation manages a major, multi-disciplinary, programme portfolio that promotes “Leaving No One behind”, aligned with the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 8, 9, 12, 16, and 17. The portfolio covers innovation, entrepreneurship, digital transformation and Information Technology for inclusive development.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Team Leader/ARR, Inclusive Growth and Innovation, the program officer is one of the team of professionals and support staff who provide formulation and continued monitoring of implementation of related programme interventions. The incumbent is responsible for management of the UNDP programme in the areas of

Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Digital transformation and Information Technology for inclusive Development

Institutional Arrangement

Direct Supervisor is Team Leader/Assistant Resident Representative for Inclusive Growth and Innovation

Duties and Responsibilities

The “Program Officer” needs to have a strong understanding of the development process, as well as experience in managing projects in the areas of innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. The “Program Officer” ensures implementation of program strategies focusing on achievements and will perform the following:

Ensure effective management of the Country Office (CO) program in inclusive and entrepreneurship, and digital transformation and information technology for inclusive development.

Oversight of program and project management for optimization of development initiatives
Work effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including partners, beneficiaries, and donors.
Oversee the development and implementation of projects’ plans in line with the UNDP strategic objectives and in collaboration with partners.

Coordinate the work of projects’ teams, including ensuring that all tasks are completed on time and within budget.

Communicate with project stakeholders, including partners, beneficiaries, and donors, to keep them informed of project progress and to address any concerns.

Provide technical assistance to partners on how to use innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation to address development challenges. This includes providing training, mentoring, and other forms of support to help partners develop and implement innovative solutions to development problems.

Build partnerships with other organizations that are working to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. This includes working with government agencies, private sector companies, and non-governmental organizations to share resources and expertise.

Capacity development and knowledge facilitation by providing capacity-building efforts and the planning and delivery of workshops and learning events on program and project management, including identifying best practices and knowledge exchange opportunities.
Effective application of Results-Based Management “RBM” tools, establishment of management targets and monitoring achievement of results.

Constant monitoring and analysis of the program environment, recommending timely readjustments of the program.

Contribute to the UNDP knowledge base by sharing lessons learned from project implementation. Also, initiation, developing, implementing and management of new programs, projects and initiatives in coordination with operations and according to UNDP’s procedures.

Ensure creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy with the determination of programmatic areas of cooperation, identification and mobilization of resources based on program strategic goals, country needs and partner priorities. As well as making an active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.

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