Project Management Support Senior Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, established to support the successful implementation of peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development projects globally. UNOPS operates in over 130 countries, collaborating with various partners including governments, international financial institutions, and UN agencies. The organization focuses on enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of projects through its services in project management, procurement, and infrastructure. UNOPS is committed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and has a significant presence in regions facing complex challenges, leveraging its expertise to deliver impactful results.

Job Overview:
The Project Management Support Senior Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective implementation, coordination, and monitoring of project activities. This position is pivotal in driving project delivery and achieving results that align with organizational and donor/client expectations. The Senior Officer will provide analytical and operational support throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and execution to reporting. This includes contributing to risk and performance management, ensuring timely communication with partners, and fostering a proactive client-focused approach. The role requires a strong emphasis on integrating sustainability, social inclusion, and gender equality considerations into all project stages, thereby enhancing the overall impact of the initiatives undertaken.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery and Performance: Contribute to the development, execution, and updating of detailed implementation plans, ensuring that all project outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. Provide logistical and operational support for missions, workshops, and dialogues, including the preparation of materials and reports. Integrate sustainability, social inclusion, and gender equality considerations into all project stages. Support full implementation of Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) standards across all activities. Conduct or participate in field missions to monitor implementation and support local partners.
• Monitoring, Reporting and Quality Assurance: Coordinate the timely preparation and submission of narrative and financial reports, ensuring compliance with UNOPS and donor/partner standards. Track project progress against scope, schedule, cost, and quality indicators, providing early warning on deviations and proposing corrective actions. Conduct regular reviews of project data, milestones, and performance indicators to assess delivery status. Maintain dashboards and monitoring tools to support evidence-based decision-making. Provide quality assurance for project deliverables, reports, and documentation submitted by donors/partners. Support internal and external audits, ensuring documentation and processes meet compliance standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination: Build and maintain productive relationships with national and local authorities, donors, partners, grantees, and other key stakeholders. Facilitate regular communication and coordination among programme teams and partners. Support the organization of steering committee meetings, technical workshops, and stakeholder consultations. Ensure stakeholders are informed of project progress, activities, and results through timely and accurate information.
• Knowledge Building and Sharing: Support the organization, facilitation, and delivery of training and learning sessions on project management. Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice (CoPs), contributing insights and lessons learned. Conduct research on project management-related topics and contribute to the drafting of reports, summaries, and briefing notes.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 4 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 2 years of relevant experience. A globally recognized professional certificate or membership in Project Management is desired. Additionally, a degree in law, criminology, criminal justice, international relations, political science, public or business administration, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in project management principles and practices, as well as a strong understanding of the operational aspects of project delivery.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline, with a preference for fields related to project management, law, criminology, or international relations. A Master’s degree is advantageous and may reduce the required years of experience. Professional certifications in project management are highly desirable and can enhance a candidate's profile.

Experience:
Relevant experience in project management or related areas is essential. Candidates should have demonstrable proficiency in using collaboration and productivity tools such as MS Office and G-Suite, as well as web-based management systems. Experience working in multicultural environments or within UN system organizations, particularly in developing countries, is preferred. Experience in development or humanitarian contexts, especially in areas related to cybercrime, criminal justice, and law enforcement, is also desired. Familiarity with donor reporting and enterprise resource planning systems will be beneficial.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Vietnamese is required for this position. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills in both languages, as effective stakeholder engagement and reporting are critical components of the role. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is initially set until 31-Dec-2026, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. The position is classified at the mid-level (ICS 09) and is a full-time role under the ICA - LICA - Specialist - Regular contract type. UNOPS emphasizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from a wide range of candidates, including women and individuals from underrepresented groups. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse, and background checks are conducted for all final candidates.