Programme Management Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the International Tax and Development Cooperation Branch (ITDCB) of the Financing for sustainable-development-office" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Sustainable Development Office (FSDO) in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs of the United Nations. The ITDCB is dedicated to providing policy and capacity-building support on international tax cooperation and serves as the secretariat to the UN Committee of Experts on International Cooperation in Tax Matters and the Development Cooperation Forum. The branch coordinates capacity development programs to assist countries in mobilizing and managing financing for development, aligning with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Addis Ababa Action Agenda on Financing for Sustainable Development. The organization emphasizes sustainable development and effective infrastructure asset management, aiming to achieve global development goals. More information can be found at their official website.

Job Overview:
The Programme Management Officer will play a crucial role in delivering the branch's work program, focusing on domestic resource mobilization and infrastructure asset management. This position requires the incumbent to engage in various activities, including the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned programs and projects. The officer will monitor and analyze program/project development, identify issues, and propose corrective actions. The role also involves providing substantive support for policy analysis, research, and capacity development initiatives related to sustainable development. The officer will conduct consulting assignments, facilitate workshops, and assist clients in managing change. Additionally, the officer will prepare written outputs, support meetings and conferences, and coordinate budget-related activities. The position demands a proactive approach to data collection and analysis, enabling informed decision-making and effective communication of insights.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Management Officer include:

• Participating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned programs/projects; monitoring and analyzing their progress; reviewing relevant documents and reports; identifying problems and proposing corrective actions.
• Providing substantive support for policy analysis, research, and capacity development initiatives in infrastructure asset management.
• Conducting consulting assignments, facilitating workshops, and assisting clients in developing action plans.
• Researching, analyzing, and presenting information from diverse sources.
• Assisting in policy development and preparing evaluations or research activities.
• Undertaking survey initiatives and designing data collection tools.
• Preparing various written outputs, including background papers, reports, and publications.
• Supporting consultative meetings and conferences, including proposing agenda topics and preparing documents.
• Conducting outreach activities and training workshops. 1
• Participating in or leading field missions and providing guidance to external consultants and government officials. 1
• Coordinating budget and funding activities, preparing related documents and reports. 1
• Collecting and analyzing data to identify trends and provide insights through data visualization methods. 1
• Performing other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Programme Management Officer position include:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, or a related field. A first-level university degree combined with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or program management, administration, or a related area.
• Experience in implementing capacity development projects in developing countries is essential.
• Experience in managing trust fund or multi-donor extra-budgetary projects is required.
• Strong analytical and evaluative skills, with the ability to conduct independent research and analysis.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of project management and economic development.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or program management, administration, or a related area. Candidates should have experience in implementing capacity development projects specifically in developing countries, as well as managing trust fund or multi-donor extra-budgetary projects. This level of experience is necessary to ensure that the incumbent can effectively contribute to the branch's objectives and navigate the challenges associated with international development.

Languages:
The working languages of the United Nations Secretariat are English and French. For this position, proficiency in English is required, with a minimum UN Level III proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Knowledge of French is considered an asset but is not mandatory. Candidates should refer to the UN Language Framework for detailed proficiency requirements.

Additional Notes:
This job opening refers to a position for an extrabudgetary-funded project of finite duration. Selected external candidates will receive a fixed-term appointment limited to one year, subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval, and extension of the mandate. The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and encourages female candidates to apply. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its workforce and adheres to strict standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity in its recruitment processes. The position may involve periodic relocation to different duty stations as per organizational needs.