Project Reporting and Communications Senior Associate

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is UNOPS (United Nations Office for Project Services), which was established to provide project management services and support to various UN agencies and partners. UNOPS operates in over 80 countries, focusing on sustainable development and humanitarian assistance. The organization aims to help partners implement projects effectively and efficiently, ensuring high performance and operational excellence. UNOPS has a diverse workforce and emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and equal opportunities in its operations.

Job Overview:
The Project Reporting and Communications Senior Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective implementation of the KOICA-funded project aimed at developing sustainable integrated solid waste management and promoting a circular economy in Sri Lanka's Uva and Northern Provinces. This position is responsible for high-quality donor reporting, stakeholder coordination, and managing project communications. The Senior Associate will work closely with the Project Manager and the project team to ensure that project achievements, implementation progress, challenges, and key decisions are communicated accurately and effectively to KOICA, government counterparts, and other stakeholders. The role requires translating complex technical and operational information into clear, accessible narratives suitable for donor communication. Additionally, the Senior Associate will support internal and external communications, ensuring alignment with UNOPS corporate communication standards and donor visibility requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Project Reporting and Communications Senior Associate include coordinating the preparation of periodic, annual, and ad hoc project reports required by KOICA and other stakeholders. The incumbent will maintain and monitor a reporting calendar, ensuring timely submission of inputs from project team members. They will collect, consolidate, review, and edit technical and operational inputs for incorporation into donor reports, ensuring accuracy and coherence. The Senior Associate will support the Project Manager in maintaining effective communication with KOICA, government counterparts, and other stakeholders, facilitating timely follow-ups on information requests and agreed actions. They will also support stakeholder meetings, donor missions, and project events, preparing necessary materials and documentation. Furthermore, the Senior Associate will implement project communications and visibility activities, developing communication materials such as newsletters, project updates, and social media content, while ensuring compliance with UNOPS and KOICA standards.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a secondary school education with 7 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree in communications, international relations, development studies, project management, public administration, social sciences, or a related field with 3 years of relevant experience. An advanced university degree in a relevant field is desired. Candidates should have relevant professional experience in project reporting, donor reporting, project communications, stakeholder coordination, and project management support. Experience in coordinating donor reports and working on KOICA-funded projects is highly desirable, along with the ability to work in a multicultural environment and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess at least a secondary school education with significant relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. An advanced degree is preferred, particularly in communications, international relations, development studies, project management, public administration, or social sciences. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of project management and communication in an international development context.

Experience:
The position requires relevant professional experience in project reporting, donor reporting, project communications, and stakeholder coordination. Candidates should have experience in preparing donor reports, progress reports, and other project information products. Previous experience working on KOICA-funded projects, including familiarity with KOICA reporting and communication requirements, is highly desirable. Experience in a multicultural environment and coordinating with various stakeholders is also an asset, as it demonstrates the ability to navigate complex project dynamics effectively.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required, while fluency in Sinhala and Tamil is desirable. Proficiency in these languages is important for effective communication with diverse stakeholders and for ensuring that project information is accessible to all relevant parties.

Additional Notes:
The position is classified at the Associate level (ICS 07) and is a regular contract type (ICA - LICA - Support). The contract duration is ongoing until December 31, 202

• UNOPS emphasizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups. The organization conducts background checks for all final candidates to ensure a safe and respectful working environment. Applications must be submitted before the deadline, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessments.