PRC0108395-FA-Consultoria procesos de desarrollo territorial

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Position Title: PRC0108395-FA-Consultoria procesos de desarrollo territorial
Location: Remote
Country: Panama
Deadline Date: 19-Feb-25 @ 03:00 PM (New York time)

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), which was established in 196

• UNDP is a global development network that advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life. The organization operates in approximately 170 countries and territories, working to eradicate poverty and reduce inequalities through sustainable development. UNDP focuses on various areas including democratic governance, peacebuilding, climate change, and disaster resilience, and has a mission to empower lives and build resilient nations.

Job Overview:
The position involves providing consultancy services for territorial development processes and local economic development. The selected consultant will engage in various activities aimed at supporting ongoing projects or new initiatives in Latin America and the Caribbean. The role is expected to include project formulation, development planning, training local stakeholders, and contributing to strategic documents and knowledge products. The consultant will work remotely and is expected to start in February 2025, with a maximum of 200 working days over a two-year period. This position is crucial for enhancing local capacities and promoting sustainable development in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the formulation of territorial development and local economic development projects in the region.
• Assist in the preparation of territorial development plans.
• Provide training on territorial and local economic development to local actors in the countries.
• Contribute to the development of strategic documents such as concept notes, implementation guides, and policy documents related to these areas.
• Assist in conceptualizing regional and global events that promote territorial and local economic development, including the preparation of technical content.
• Contribute to the systematization of best practices and lessons learned from implemented projects, and support the development of knowledge products for dissemination.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Experience in project management, particularly in the fields of territorial development and local economic development, is essential. The candidate should also demonstrate a commitment to sustainable development principles and possess a deep understanding of the socio-economic context of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Educational Background:
A master's degree in social sciences, economics, development studies, or a related field is required. Additional certifications in project management or related areas would be advantageous.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in consultancy roles related to territorial development and local economic development. Experience working with international organizations or in a multicultural environment is highly desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, and proficiency in English is considered an asset. Knowledge of other languages spoken in the region would be beneficial.

Additional Notes:
This is a long-term agreement for individual consultants, with a contract duration of 2 years and a maximum of 200 working days during this period. The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements. Interested candidates must submit their proposals through the UNDP supplier portal by the deadline of February 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. It is important to follow the registration and submission guidelines provided by UNDP to ensure a successful application.