National Consultant – Programme Coordination

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women, established in July 2010, is dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. It operates globally, focusing on eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving equality between genders. UN Women supports inter-governmental bodies in policy formulation, assists member states in implementing global standards, and coordinates the UN system's work on gender equality. In Sri Lanka, UN Women has been active since 2014, working collaboratively with the government and other partners to advance women's rights and empowerment through various programs and initiatives.

Job Overview:
The National Consultant – Programme Coordination will provide essential administrative, coordination, and logistical support to the UN Women Sri Lanka office and its projects. Reporting to the Head of Office, the consultant will assist in managing the Head of Office’s calendar, organizing meetings, and coordinating travel logistics. The role also involves supporting project implementation, particularly the Collective Leadership Dialogues, by liaising with various stakeholders and ensuring smooth execution of project activities. The consultant is expected to deliver timely reports detailing tasks undertaken, ensuring alignment with UN Women’s feedback and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide coordination and administrative support to the Head of Office, including managing the calendar, scheduling appointments, and organizing travel logistics.
• Liaise with UN agencies, government counterparts, project partners, and beneficiaries as directed.
• Organize and attend meetings, prepare minutes, and respond to inquiries.
• Support project implementation by organizing logistics for events, trainings, and meetings.
• Assist in preparing necessary documents for staff travel and support contract issuance for consultants.
• Maintain filing systems and online document repositories.
• Complete any other responsibilities assigned by the Supervisor, ensuring timely submission of tasks as per the timeline.

Required Qualifications:
Completion of secondary education is required, with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related fields considered an asset. Candidates should have at least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in administrative, secretarial, or program roles, including HR, procurement, or logistics support. Proficiency in computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office and web-based management systems, is essential. Experience with a modern web-based ERP system, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Previous engagement with UN agencies and high-level government stakeholders in Sri Lanka is preferred.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have completed secondary education, with a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields being advantageous. This educational background supports the administrative and programmatic functions required for the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in administrative, secretarial, or program roles. This experience should include HR, procurement, or logistics support services, demonstrating a solid understanding of administrative processes and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, along with fluency in local languages, specifically Sinhala and Tamil. This linguistic capability is crucial for effective communication with diverse stakeholders and beneficiaries.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy is part-time, requiring 15 days of work per month, starting from January 15, 2026, until December 31, 202

• The consultant will work at the UN Women Sri Lanka Office in Colombo and may need to travel to project locations as required. Payments will be based on task completion, with reimbursements for mobile, internet, printing, stationery, and travel costs processed separately. The consultant must adhere to UN Women’s policies and standards, including a zero-tolerance policy on misconduct.