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<p><b>Tiered Approach</b></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><b>Tier 0</b>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><b>Tier 1</b>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><b>Tier 2</b>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><b>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</b>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><b>Background</b></p><br> <p>UNDP’s decades-long partnership with Egypt has fostered a diverse portfolio of support across the economic, social, and environmental sectors. The current strategy builds on this strong foundation, aligning with Egypt Vision 2030 to advance a green, inclusive, and resilient development pathway driven by innovation and collaboration. </p><br> <p>As a strategic partner, UNDP Egypt plays a central role in accelerating progress toward the SDGs, with three pillars of support: Inclusive Growth and Digital Transformation; Governance, Social Inclusion, and Gender; and Climate and Nature. Drawing on global expertise and grounded in local experience, the Country Office works closely with partners on policy advisory and programmatic support, and bringing stakeholders together across the spectrum including government, private sector, academia and CSOs to address complex challenges and take advantage of opportunities.</p><br> <p>To remain agile within a rapidly changing development landscape, UNDP Egypt is implementing an organizational change process that aims to transition to a structure and financially viable business model that is more effectively and efficiently able to deliver on evolving national priorities. </p><br> <p>It is guided by four core principles:</p><br> <p>• Retaining key capacities while investing in new expertise</p><br> <p>• Strengthening and integrating quality assurance and programme finance</p><br> <p>• Standardization and optimization across the teams / functions</p><br> <p>• Financial sustainability of core structure - with flexibility for expansion / contraction</p><br> <p>The ICT team plays a crucial role in the Country Office (CO) as reliance on digital technology and AI continues to increase in all office operations, projects, and programme deliveries. </p><br> <p>The team drives <b>UNDP’s digital transformation efforts</b> in the CO to better enable, leverage and deploy technology solutions that help the CO implement new ways of doing business to work smarter and more efficiently, and ultimately to improve the way it provides value to UNDP partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries. </p><br> <p>Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Procurement and ICT Analyst (NOB), the ICT & Procurement Associate provides ICT services, while implementing procurement processes in the management of ICT good, systems and strategies, and provides daily technical support to users of information management tools and technology infrastructure. The ICT & Procurement Associate may supervise and/or lead the support staff if/when delegated by supervisor.</p><br> <p>The ICT Associate promotes a client-oriented approach particularly in the service of UN Common system partners and agencies. The ICT Associate works in close collaboration with Programme, Operations and projects teams in the CO, UNDP HQ staff, Regional Information Officer (RIO), and the Regional Bureau Information Manager (RBIM) to resolve complex ICT/Procurement related issues.</p><br> <p>UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration.</p><br> <p><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><br> <p><b>1.) Ensure implementation of ICT strategies and introduction/implementation of new technologies:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Ensure compliance with corporate information management and technology standards, guidelines, and procedures for the CO technology environment.</li> <li>Participate in development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures in ICT services. </li> <li>Conduct market research and analysis and provide support in introducing new technology for CO system updating and improvement.</li> <li>Provide advice on and assistance in procurement of new ICT equipment for the CO and projects; and provide technical specifications and information on best options in both local and international markets. Review quotations and bids. </li> <li>Participate in development and implementation of ICT annual plan. Maintain the measures in place for business continuity and disaster recovery processes and procedures. </li> <li>Provide support for the use of ERP functionality for improved business results and improved client services.</li> <li>Provide ICT support for key events. </li> </ul> <p><b>2.) Ensure effective functioning of the CO hardware and software packages and efficient management support of shared ICT infrastructure and common services:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Monitor shared network environments and cloud-based resources daily to ensure stable connectivity for all resident UN Agencies.</li> <li>Deploy countermeasures and cybersecurity protocols to protect the data resources of the CO and partner agencies from malicious attacks. Ensure UNDP desktop and network resources are protected from malicious virus attacks and deploy countermeasures in the event of attacks.</li> <li>Maintain an up-to-date inventory of shared ICT assets, managing their lifecycle from procurement to sustainable disposal/recycling.</li> <li>Support effective functioning (installation, operation, and maintenance) of all UNDP hardware equipment and acquisition of hardware supplies.</li> <li>Perform specific technical functions, including changing of hardware electronic components (disks, memories, network wiring, power sources, etc.) and making routine repairs.</li> <li>Maintain an up-to-date inventory and stock of supplies and spare parts in cooperation with the Administration and Procurement Teams.</li> </ul> <p><b>3.) Manage ICT contracts and vendor performance for integrated service delivery:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Oversee technical performance against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for ICT-related Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) used by the CO and UN partners.</li> <li>Respond to complex technical issues and service interruptions by serving as the primary liaison between the UN and technology service providers.</li> <li>Ensure full compliance with software licensing, hardware warranties, and service-level agreements (SLAs) throughout the contract lifecycle.</li> </ul> <p><b>4.) Ensure strategic sourcing and procurement of ICT goods and services for the CO and UN Agencies:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Organize end-to-end procurement processes (RFQ, ITB, RFP) for hardware, software, and technical services such as cloud hosting and cybersecurity for the CO and UN partners.</li> <li>Draft technical specifications and Terms of Reference (TOR) that harmonize requirements across agencies to facilitate joint procurement and leverage economies of scale.</li> <li>Conduct market research to identify innovative "Green ICT" providers and maintain a specialized vendor roster accessible to the UN Country Team (UNCT).</li> <li>Support technical evaluation committees to ensure technology bids comply with UNDP rules and inter-agency interoperability standards <br> </li> </ul> <p><b>5) Support digital transformation, AI enablement, and knowledge management:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Identify opportunities to digitalize and automate business processes.</li> <li>Provide technical support for ERP systems (e.g., Quantum) to enable data-driven decision-making.</li> <li>Contribute to the development and use of AI tools and digital solutions to enhance efficiency.</li> <li>Promote the use of data analytics for performance monitoring and reporting.</li> <li>Support knowledge sharing, documentation of best practices, and capacity-building activities.</li> <li>Participate in the organization of training for the CO staff on ICT/Procurement issues</li> <li>Contribute to knowledge networks and communities of practice.</li> </ul> <p>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization</p><br> <p>Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: The ICT & Procurement Associate may supervise and/or lead the support staff if/when delegated by supervisor.</p><br> <p><b>Competencies</b></p><br> <i><b>Core </b></i> <br> <p><b>Achieve Results</b></p><br> <p>LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in </p><br> <p>doing work</p><br> <br> <p><b>Think Innovatively</b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking <br> <p><b>Learn Continuously</b></p><br> <p>LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning</p><br> <br> <p><b>Adapt with Agility </b></p><br> <p>LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change </p><br> <p>process</p><br> <br> <b>Act with Determination </b> LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously <br> <p><b>Engage and Partner</b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships <br> <p><b>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making <br> <p><b>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies </b></p><br> <i><b>Thematic Area</b></i> <i><b>Name</b></i> <i><b>Definition</b></i> <br> <b>Business Management</b> Results-based Management Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus on improved performance and demonstrable results. <br> <b>Business Management</b> Customer Satisfaction/Client Management Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs, provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy, look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests, Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns. <br> <b>Business Management</b> Working with Evidence and Data Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions, and supporting decision-making. <br> <b>Business Management</b> Digital Awareness and Literacy Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skillfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed. <br> <b>Information Management and Technology</b> <p>IT Customer </p><br> <p>Support</p><br> Ability to support customers on IT related issues and generate and contribute to continuous improvement processes to deliver a great user experience. Knowledge of ISO 9001 desirable. ITIL certification or similar is desirable. <br> <b>Information Management and Technology</b> Network, Communication, and Infrastructure Management Ability to develop/integrate/operate/manage IT network, communications, Cloud or on-premises infrastructure, and new technologies like IoT. Cisco CCIE CCNP or similar is desirable. <br> <b>Information Management and Technology</b> User Experience and Business Analyst Capacity to translate efficiently user needs into IT requirements around human-centered design. <br> <p><b>Required Skills and Experience</b></p><br> <p><b>Education:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Secondary education is required with formal training in IT systems, business software and/or web-based applications. </li> <li>A university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in Information Technology, Information Management, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or an equivalent field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.</li> <li>CIPS level 2 is highly desirable for this position and candidates holding this level at the time of application will have a distinct advantage. If the desired certification is not available at the time of recruitment, it should be obtained within one year of recruitment. Candidates holding a CIPS certification at any level below at the time of application will have a proportionate advantage. </li> <li>Certifications in CCNA, MSCA, MSCE, and/or MCP are an asset </li> </ul> <p><b>Experience:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Minimum of 6 years (with high school diploma) or 3 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant working experience in network administration and operations, web design, providing technical support for hardware/software or Cloud ERP environments, working with telecommunications facilities; and applying knowledge of database applications, web-based management systems and cloud infrastructure solutions.</li> <li>Previous experience providing ICT services, ICT procurement support, or shared services within the UN system or international organizations is desired.</li> <li>Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (e.g. Quantum, Oracle, SAP) and other web‑based ICT or procurement management platforms is desired.</li> <li>Experience supporting ICT infrastructure, networks, cloud/shared environments, cybersecurity monitoring, and ICT asset lifecycle management is desired.</li> <li>Experience supporting RFQ/ITB/RFP processes, drafting technical specifications or TORs, vendor coordination, and support to technical evaluation committees is desired.</li> <li>Possession of valid <b>CIPS Level 2 </b>certification is desired.</li> <li>Possession of valid <b>Cisco (e.g. CCNA) or equivalent ICT </b>certification is desired.</li> </ul> <p><b>Language Requirements:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Fluency in English and Arabic is required.</li> </ul> <p><b>Equal opportunity</b></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. </p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><b>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</b></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. </p><br> <p><b>Probation</b></p><br> <p>For all new UNDP fixed term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organization Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.</p><br> <p><b>Right to select multiple candidates</b></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><b>Use of AI by candidates</b></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><b>Scam alert</b></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.</p><br><br><br> </div>
<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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<p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p>The Technical Specialist for Climate at UNDP Egypt leads the strategic formulation and management of a high-impact portfolio. This role involves analyzing socio-economic trends to design innovative projects that leverage technology for sustainable development. You are responsible for ensuring that all digital initiatives promote inclusive growth and effectively reach marginalized communities across Egypt. </p><br> <p>Interaction with project personnel focuses on providing technical guidance and overseeing the timely delivery of results. You will coordinate project teams to ensure compliance with UNDP’s results-based management tools and quality control standards. By mentoring staff and facilitating knowledge exchange, you foster a collaborative environment aimed at solving complex development challenges.</p><br> <p><strong>Scope of work</strong></p><br> <p>Under the overall guidance of the DRR and supervision of the Team Leader, Climate, the incumbent is entrusted contributing to the technical and strategic formulation and management of a high-impact portfolio. This role involves analyzing socio-economic trends to design innovative projects that leverage technology for sustainable development. The Programme Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that all digital initiatives promote inclusive growth and effectively reach marginalized communities across Egypt. </p><br> <p>Interaction with project personnel focuses on providing technical guidance and overseeing the timely delivery of results. The incumbent will coordinate project teams to ensure compliance with UNDP’s results-based management tools and quality control standards. By mentoring staff and facilitating knowledge exchange, the Programme Coordinator fosters a collaborative environment aimed at solving complex development challenges.</p><br> <p>The Technical Specialist coordinates work with the NOC Team Leader through a structured reporting and advisory relationship. The incumbent acts as the primary operational link, providing the Team Leader with real-time data on project performance, risks, and financial delivery to support their higher-level strategic decision-making. Regular briefings ensure that the portfolio remains strictly aligned with the UNDP Egypt Country Programme Document (CPD) and broader UNDP Strategic Plan. </p><br> <p>Operationally, the incumbent collaborates with the Team Leader to finalize Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and budget allocations, ensuring that all digital initiatives meet UNDP’s quality assurance and Results-Based Management (RBM) standards. As for resource mobilization, the Programme Coordinator prepares technical briefs and impact reports for high-level meetings with government counterparts and donors. This partnership ensures that technical project outputs are translated into sustainable policy advice at the national level.</p><br> <p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p>Below are the key responsibilities and expected skill sets for this role: </p><br> <p><strong>1.Provide top quality technical advisory services:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Provide cutting-edge policy advice in the thematic area of the project and facilitate policy dialogues with partners, promoting UNDP thought leadership and advocacy work. Establish advocacy networks at the country level and linked to international networks. Contribute to relevant, high-impact advocacy campaigns that are implemented with key partners.</li> <li>Contribute to the analysis of the political, social and economic situation in the context of the project and advise the UNDP CO management on issues related to the thematic area of the project.</li> <li>Contribute to the setting of technical standards based on regional and global best practices in the thematic area of the project/programme in areas Conduct thorough analysis of the political, social and economic situation in the country and collaborative preparation/revision of project documents, AWP and other documents in the area of Climate work including but not limited to: <ul> <li>Climate Change Adaptation</li> <li>Energy Transition</li> <li>Nature-Based Solutions</li> <li>Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)</li> <li>Land Degradation and Water Security</li> <li>Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM)</li> <li>Chemical and Waste Management</li> </ul></li> <li>Provide strategic planning and technical advice for portfolio planning as well as formulation and periodic revisions of the project’s annual work plan (AWP), including plans for budget, Human Resources actions and procurement that are developed in close coordination with UNDP’s Country Office Programme, HR, and Procurement teams. Coordinate development of detailed implementation plans. </li> <li>Coordinate Programme implementation to contribute to the overall Programme relevance and performance, the effective realization and quality of outputs within the specified constraints of time and cost as outlined in the project document, and adherence to applicable UNDP policy and programme management procedures and Government standards, rules, and regulations.</li> <li>Ensure proper execution of all administrative activities associated with Programme</li> </ul> <p><strong>2. Support effective implementation of programme/project activities aimed at Climate:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Provide technical support, working in collaboration with the Project Manager, in planning and effectively implementing project activities within the scope of approved budgets, workplans and other project documents and in alignment with UNDP’s programmatic priorities and goals. Supervise and coordinate the work of the project team and consultants. Provide guidance and support in the identification and sourcing of technical expertise, including preparation of TORs and evaluation of experts. </li> <li>Provide timely and quality technical advice and guidance for the project implementation in line with UNDP’s rules and regulations, and UNDP Project Operational Policies and Procedures. </li> <li>Manage and monitor project financial resources; and analyze project progress to identify risks and other implementation problems. Ensure timely collection of data for reporting on project activities, outputs, and outcomes; and substantially contribute to the preparation of narrative and financial progress reports, including donor reports. Provide technical guidance on risk mitigation measures to address implementation problems. Update risk logs. </li> <li>Coordinate and participate in quality control mechanisms, seeking to improve the technical quality of the project outputs, products, publications, and policy discussion papers and briefs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>3. Support strategic partnership building and resource mobilization:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Establish and maintain a strategic understanding of and engagement with all the relevant institutions, including establishing contact and developing strategic partnerships with other UN agencies, government institutions, donors, NGOs, IFIs, the private sector, academia, civil society, and other stakeholders and beneficiaries at the national, regional, and local levels. </li> <li>Participate in meetings with donors, prepare and deliver presentations of project results, and follow up with relevant counterparts if requested by the supervisor.</li> <li>Implement resource mobilization strategies to achieve project outcomes that include facilitating liaisons with potential financing agencies and institutions to strengthen relationships and raise funds. Identify new funding opportunities for furthering the project ideas. </li> </ul> <p><strong>4. Contribute to knowledge management and information sharing in the UNDP country office:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Organize training for the project personnel to enhance their capacities in the technical matters of the thematic area of the project.</li> <li>Identify, evaluate, synthesize, and document lessons learned and best practices directly linked to the project goals and activities. Develop knowledge sharing materials and respond to related queries. </li> <li>Contribute substantively to knowledge networks and communities of practice within the thematic area of the project. </li> <li>Develop and carry out a personal learning plan.</li> </ul> <p>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.</p><br> <p><strong>Institutional arrangements</strong></p><br> <p>The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Team Leader, Climate and the overall guidance of the DRR.</p><br> <p><strong>Competencies</strong></p><br> <i><strong>Core </strong></i> <br> <p><strong>Achieve Results:</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact <br> <p><strong>Think Innovatively:</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems <br> <p><strong>Learn Continuously</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences <br> <p><strong>Adapt with Agility </strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands <br> <strong>Act with Determination </strong> LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results <br> <p><strong>Engage and Partner</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration <br> <p><strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity <br> <p><i><strong>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:</strong></i></p><br> <i><strong>Thematic Area</strong></i> <i><strong>Name</strong></i> <i><strong>Definition</strong></i> <br> <i><strong>Business Direction & Strategy</strong></i> System Thinking Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system <br> <i><strong>Business Development</strong></i> Collective Intelligence Design <p>Ability to bring together diverse groups of people, data, information, ideas, and technology to solve problems and design solutions or services.</p><br> <p>Knowledge and understanding of Collective Intelligence Design principles, methodology and practices.</p><br> <br> <i><strong>Business Management</strong></i> Project Management Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals. <br> <i><strong>Business Management</strong></i> Risk management Identify and organize action around reducing, mitigating and proactively managing risks <br> <i><strong>Partnership Management</strong></i> Multi-stakeholder engagement and funding Knowledge and ability to forge multi-stakeholder partnerships, and remove any obstacles to resource mobilization and multi-stakeholder funding platforms <br> <i><strong>2030 Agenda: Planet</strong></i> <p>Climate</p><br> Climate Change Adaptation: Ecosystem-based adaptation and management <br> <i><strong>2030 Agenda: Planet</strong></i> <p>Climate</p><br> Climate Change Adaptation: Fostering Food Security and resilient Agricultural systems <br> <p><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></p><br> <strong>Minimum academic requirements</strong> <ul> <li>Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in fields related to Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, Climate Economics, Political/Social Science, International Law, Social Affairs, International Relations or related field, is required. Or</li> <li>A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Minimum number of years of relevant work experience</strong> <ul> <li>Minimum 5 years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible relevant experience at the national or international level in providing technical advice, conducting research, formulating policies, and/or developing and managing complex projects in sectors applicable to Climate</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Required skills</strong> <ul> <li>Experience in fostering networks and partnerships and ability to provide coordination with the UN Agencies, international and other organizations present in the sector.</li> <li>Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.</li> <li>Knowledge and experience in relevant thematic area</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section</strong> <ul> <li>Experience with project planning and consulting, including the effective provision of substantive technical leadership and guidance, oversight, monitoring, and reporting for projects/programmes with similar scale, scope, and complexity.</li> <li>Experience in timeliness and quality of portfolio work </li> <li>Experience in projects /programme related to climate change </li> </ul> <br> <strong>Required Language(s)</strong> <ul> <li>Fluency in English and Arabic is required. </li> <li>Knowledge of an additional UN language is highly desirable.</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Equal opportunity</strong></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. </p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><strong>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. </p><br> <p><strong>Right to select multiple candidates</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><strong>Use of AI by candidates</strong></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><strong>Scam alert</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.</p><br><br><br> </div>
<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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<p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p>The Technical Specialist for Climate at UNDP Egypt leads the strategic formulation and management of a high-impact portfolio. This role involves analyzing socio-economic trends to design innovative projects that leverage technology for sustainable development. You are responsible for ensuring that all digital initiatives promote inclusive growth and effectively reach marginalized communities across Egypt. </p><br> <p>Interaction with project personnel focuses on providing technical guidance and overseeing the timely delivery of results. You will coordinate project teams to ensure compliance with UNDP’s results-based management tools and quality control standards. By mentoring staff and facilitating knowledge exchange, you foster a collaborative environment aimed at solving complex development challenges.</p><br> <p><strong>Scope of work</strong></p><br> <p>Under the overall guidance of the DRR and supervision of the Team Leader, Climate, the incumbent is entrusted contributing to the technical and strategic formulation and management of a high-impact portfolio. This role involves analyzing socio-economic trends to design innovative projects that leverage technology for sustainable development. The Programme Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that all digital initiatives promote inclusive growth and effectively reach marginalized communities across Egypt. </p><br> <p>Interaction with project personnel focuses on providing technical guidance and overseeing the timely delivery of results. The incumbent will coordinate project teams to ensure compliance with UNDP’s results-based management tools and quality control standards. By mentoring staff and facilitating knowledge exchange, the Programme Coordinator fosters a collaborative environment aimed at solving complex development challenges.</p><br> <p>The Technical Specialist coordinates work with the NOC Team Leader through a structured reporting and advisory relationship. The incumbent acts as the primary operational link, providing the Team Leader with real-time data on project performance, risks, and financial delivery to support their higher-level strategic decision-making. Regular briefings ensure that the portfolio remains strictly aligned with the UNDP Egypt Country Programme Document (CPD) and broader UNDP Strategic Plan. </p><br> <p>Operationally, the incumbent collaborates with the Team Leader to finalize Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and budget allocations, ensuring that all digital initiatives meet UNDP’s quality assurance and Results-Based Management (RBM) standards. As for resource mobilization, the Programme Coordinator prepares technical briefs and impact reports for high-level meetings with government counterparts and donors. This partnership ensures that technical project outputs are translated into sustainable policy advice at the national level.</p><br> <p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p>Below are the key responsibilities and expected skill sets for this role: </p><br> <p><strong>1.Provide top quality technical advisory services:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Provide cutting-edge policy advice in the thematic area of the project and facilitate policy dialogues with partners, promoting UNDP thought leadership and advocacy work. Establish advocacy networks at the country level and linked to international networks. Contribute to relevant, high-impact advocacy campaigns that are implemented with key partners.</li> <li>Contribute to the analysis of the political, social and economic situation in the context of the project and advise the UNDP CO management on issues related to the thematic area of the project.</li> <li>Contribute to the setting of technical standards based on regional and global best practices in the thematic area of the project/programme in areas Conduct thorough analysis of the political, social and economic situation in the country and collaborative preparation/revision of project documents, AWP and other documents in the area of Climate work including but not limited to: <ul> <li>Climate Change Adaptation</li> <li>Energy Transition</li> <li>Nature-Based Solutions</li> <li>Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)</li> <li>Land Degradation and Water Security</li> <li>Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM)</li> <li>Chemical and Waste Management</li> </ul></li> <li>Provide strategic planning and technical advice for portfolio planning as well as formulation and periodic revisions of the project’s annual work plan (AWP), including plans for budget, Human Resources actions and procurement that are developed in close coordination with UNDP’s Country Office Programme, HR, and Procurement teams. Coordinate development of detailed implementation plans. </li> <li>Coordinate Programme implementation to contribute to the overall Programme relevance and performance, the effective realization and quality of outputs within the specified constraints of time and cost as outlined in the project document, and adherence to applicable UNDP policy and programme management procedures and Government standards, rules, and regulations.</li> <li>Ensure proper execution of all administrative activities associated with Programme</li> </ul> <p><strong>2. Support effective implementation of programme/project activities aimed at Climate:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Provide technical support, working in collaboration with the Project Manager, in planning and effectively implementing project activities within the scope of approved budgets, workplans and other project documents and in alignment with UNDP’s programmatic priorities and goals. Supervise and coordinate the work of the project team and consultants. Provide guidance and support in the identification and sourcing of technical expertise, including preparation of TORs and evaluation of experts. </li> <li>Provide timely and quality technical advice and guidance for the project implementation in line with UNDP’s rules and regulations, and UNDP Project Operational Policies and Procedures. </li> <li>Manage and monitor project financial resources; and analyze project progress to identify risks and other implementation problems. Ensure timely collection of data for reporting on project activities, outputs, and outcomes; and substantially contribute to the preparation of narrative and financial progress reports, including donor reports. Provide technical guidance on risk mitigation measures to address implementation problems. Update risk logs. </li> <li>Coordinate and participate in quality control mechanisms, seeking to improve the technical quality of the project outputs, products, publications, and policy discussion papers and briefs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>3. Support strategic partnership building and resource mobilization:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Establish and maintain a strategic understanding of and engagement with all the relevant institutions, including establishing contact and developing strategic partnerships with other UN agencies, government institutions, donors, NGOs, IFIs, the private sector, academia, civil society, and other stakeholders and beneficiaries at the national, regional, and local levels. </li> <li>Participate in meetings with donors, prepare and deliver presentations of project results, and follow up with relevant counterparts if requested by the supervisor.</li> <li>Implement resource mobilization strategies to achieve project outcomes that include facilitating liaisons with potential financing agencies and institutions to strengthen relationships and raise funds. Identify new funding opportunities for furthering the project ideas. </li> </ul> <p><strong>4. Contribute to knowledge management and information sharing in the UNDP country office:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Organize training for the project personnel to enhance their capacities in the technical matters of the thematic area of the project.</li> <li>Identify, evaluate, synthesize, and document lessons learned and best practices directly linked to the project goals and activities. Develop knowledge sharing materials and respond to related queries. </li> <li>Contribute substantively to knowledge networks and communities of practice within the thematic area of the project. </li> <li>Develop and carry out a personal learning plan.</li> </ul> <p>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.</p><br> <p><strong>Institutional arrangements</strong></p><br> <p>The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Team Leader, Climate and the overall guidance of the DRR.</p><br> <p><strong>Competencies</strong></p><br> <i><strong>Core </strong></i> <br> <p><strong>Achieve Results:</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact <br> <p><strong>Think Innovatively:</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems <br> <p><strong>Learn Continuously</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences <br> <p><strong>Adapt with Agility </strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands <br> <strong>Act with Determination </strong> LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results <br> <p><strong>Engage and Partner</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration <br> <p><strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p><br> LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity <br> <p><i><strong>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:</strong></i></p><br> <i><strong>Thematic Area</strong></i> <i><strong>Name</strong></i> <i><strong>Definition</strong></i> <br> <i><strong>Business Direction & Strategy</strong></i> System Thinking Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system <br> <i><strong>Business Development</strong></i> Collective Intelligence Design <p>Ability to bring together diverse groups of people, data, information, ideas, and technology to solve problems and design solutions or services.</p><br> <p>Knowledge and understanding of Collective Intelligence Design principles, methodology and practices.</p><br> <br> <i><strong>Business Management</strong></i> Project Management Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals. <br> <i><strong>Business Management</strong></i> Risk management Identify and organize action around reducing, mitigating and proactively managing risks <br> <i><strong>Partnership Management</strong></i> Multi-stakeholder engagement and funding Knowledge and ability to forge multi-stakeholder partnerships, and remove any obstacles to resource mobilization and multi-stakeholder funding platforms <br> <i><strong>2030 Agenda: Planet</strong></i> <p>Climate</p><br> Climate Change Adaptation: Ecosystem-based adaptation and management <br> <i><strong>2030 Agenda: Planet</strong></i> <p>Climate</p><br> Climate Change Adaptation: Fostering Food Security and resilient Agricultural systems <br> <p><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></p><br> <strong>Minimum academic requirements</strong> <ul> <li>Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in fields related to Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, Climate Economics, Political/Social Science, International Law, Social Affairs, International Relations or related field, is required. Or</li> <li>A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Minimum number of years of relevant work experience</strong> <ul> <li>Minimum 5 years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible relevant experience at the national or international level in providing technical advice, conducting research, formulating policies, and/or developing and managing complex projects in sectors applicable to Climate</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Required skills</strong> <ul> <li>Experience in fostering networks and partnerships and ability to provide coordination with the UN Agencies, international and other organizations present in the sector.</li> <li>Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.</li> <li>Knowledge and experience in relevant thematic area</li> </ul> <br> <strong>Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section</strong> <ul> <li>Experience with project planning and consulting, including the effective provision of substantive technical leadership and guidance, oversight, monitoring, and reporting for projects/programmes with similar scale, scope, and complexity.</li> <li>Experience in timeliness and quality of portfolio work </li> <li>Experience in projects /programme related to climate change </li> </ul> <br> <strong>Required Language(s)</strong> <ul> <li>Fluency in English and Arabic is required. </li> <li>Knowledge of an additional UN language is highly desirable.</li> </ul> <br> <p><strong>Equal opportunity</strong></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. </p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><strong>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. </p><br> <p><strong>Right to select multiple candidates</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><strong>Use of AI by candidates</strong></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><strong>Scam alert</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.</p><br><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>Tiered Approach</b></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><b>Tier 0</b>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><b>Tier 1</b>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><b>Tier 2</b>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><b>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</b>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><b>Background</b></p><br> <p>Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Administrative Associate and the Administrative Analyst respectively, the Administrative Assistant provides support to office operations performing a variety of standard administrative processes in particular those related to Travel and Logistic ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. The Administrative Assistant promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.</p><br> <p>The Administrative Assistant works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and projects staff in the CO and other UN agencies staff to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery.</p><br> <p><b>Scope of Work </b></p><br> <p><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><br> <p><b>1. Implement operational strategies in alignment with governing rules and regulations and with a focus on consistency and quality:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Ensure full compliance of administrative activities with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies</li> <li>Provide inputs to the CO administrative business processes mapping and implementation of the internal standard operating procedures (SOPs). </li> <li>Provide inputs to preparation of administrative team results-oriented workplans. </li> </ul> <p><b>2. Provide appropriate and required administrative and logistical services to the Country Office</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Serve as custodian for management of office stationery supplies, including maintenance of stock list of stationery, distribution of stationery as required by staff, and keeping a log of distribution. </li> <li>Provide support to organization of procurement processes, including preparation of RFQs, ITBs or RFPs documents, and receipt of quotations, bids or proposals and their preliminary evaluation. Prepare POs. Organize shipments and customs clearance arrangements. Prepare documents/documentation for UNDP shipments (received/sent) and implement follow-up actions. Perform Buyer role in ERP.</li> <li>Arrange travel and hotel reservations, review POs for travel activities, and prepare travel authorizations. Provide support to staff members and their dependents by processing requests for visas, identity cards and other documents in accordance with requirements of the United Nations and national government. When requested, collect information for DSA, travel agencies, and other administrative surveys.</li> <li>Arrange vehicle transportation, regular vehicle maintenance and insurance. Check and record vehicle daily log and gas consumption, update and maintain vehicle history report. </li> <li>Follow up on deadlines, commitments made, actions taken, and coordination of collection and submission of the reports to head of unit. </li> <li>Provide support to the organization/maintenance of common services and maintenance of common premises. Maintain files and records relevant to office maintenance. </li> <li>Maintain contacts with visitors and staff, arrange appointments and meetings, and when needed, take minutes, act as an interpreter and/or translate simple correspondence. Compile and prepare briefing and presentation materials, speeches, background information and documentation for meetings and missions.</li> </ul> <p><b>3. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing through:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Help organize and participate in training for the operations/projects staff on administration. </li> <li>Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.</li> </ul> <p>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.</p><br> <p><b>Institutional Arrangement</b></p><br> <p>The Administrative Assistant will report directly to the Administrative Associate (Travel and Logistics). The HR Assistant will work closely with the Administration team and engage with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and delivery of administrative and logistical services.<br> </p><br> <p><b>Competencies</b></p><br> <i><b>Core</b></i> <br> <b>Achieve Results:</b> LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline <br> <b>Think Innovatively:</b> LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements <br> <b>Learn Continuously:</b> LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback <br> <b>Adapt with Agility:</b> LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible <br> <b>Act with Determination: </b> LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident <br> <b>Engage and Partner:</b> LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships <br> <b>Enable Diversity and Inclusion:</b> LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination <br> <p><b>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies </b></p><br> <br> <i><b>Thematic Area</b></i> <i><b>Name</b></i> <i><b>Definition</b></i> <br> <b>Business Management</b> Operations Management <ul> <li>Ability to effectively plan, organize, and oversee the Organization’s business processes in order to convert its assets into the best results in the most efficient manner.</li> <li>Knowledge of relevant concepts and mechanisms</li> </ul> <br> <b>Business Management</b> Customer Satisfaction/Client Management <ul> <li>Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. </li> <li>Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. </li> <li>Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. </li> <li>Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.</li> </ul> <br> <b>Business Management</b> Communication <ul> <li>Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.</li> <li>Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels</li> </ul> <br> <p><i><b>Administration & Operations </b></i></p><br> <p>UN travel documents </p><br> <ul> <li>Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and processes related to UN travel documents; ability to facilitate the insurance of UN travel documents for UNDP and UN agencies; processing of visas, and ensure oversight and endorsement </li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Administration & Operations</b></i> Vehicle management <ul> <li> <p>Knowledge of policy and procedures on fleet management</p><br></li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Procurement</b></i> Procurement Management <ul> <li> <p>The ability to acquire goods, services or works from an outside external source.</p><br></li> </ul> <br> <p><b>Required Skills and Experience</b></p><br> <b>Min. Education requirements</b> <ul> <li>Secondary education is required. OR</li> <li>A university degree (bachelor´s degree) in Business Administration, Public Administration, or an equivalent field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.</li> </ul> <br> <b>Min. years of relevant work experience </b> <ul> <li>Minimum of 5 years (with secondary education) or 2 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant administration experience at the national or international level is required.</li> </ul> <br> <b>Required skills </b> <ul> <li>Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of web-based management systems such as ERP. </li> </ul> <br> <b>Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section</b> <ul> <li>Prior relevant working experience with the UN/UNDP, an international organization or an international NGO.</li> <li>Experience in handling of web-based management systems (Quantum).</li> <li>Direct experience applying and ensuring compliance with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.</li> <li>Practical experience with the full range of administrative tasks, including processing administrative transactions, managing contracts, tracking positions, and handling staff entitlements and benefits.</li> </ul> <br> <b>Required Language(s) </b> <ul> <li>Fluency in English, and Arabic is required.</li> </ul> <br> <b>Professional Certificates</b> <ul> <li>Specialized certification in Administration or Procurement is desirable</li> </ul> <br> <p><b>Equal opportunity</b></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. </p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><b>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</b></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. </p><br> <p><b>Right to select multiple candidates</b></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><b>Use of AI by candidates</b></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><b>Scam alert</b></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.</p><br><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>Tiered Approach</b></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><b>Tier 0</b>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><b>Tier 1</b>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><b>Tier 2</b>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><b>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</b>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><b>Background</b></p><br> <p>UNDP’s decades-long partnership with Egypt has fostered a diverse portfolio of support across the economic, social, and environmental sectors. The current strategy builds on this strong foundation, aligning with Egypt Vision 2030 to advance a green, inclusive, and resilient development pathway driven by innovation and collaboration. </p><br> <p>As a strategic partner, UNDP Egypt plays a central role in accelerating progress toward the SDGs, with three pillars of support: Inclusive Growth and Digital Transformation, Governance, Social Inclusion, and Gender; and Climate and Nature. Drawing on global expertise and grounded in local experience, the Country Office works closely with partners on policy advisory and programmatic support, and bringing stakeholders together across the spectrum including government, private sector, academia and CSOs to address complex challenges and take advantage of opportunities. </p><br> <p>To remain agile within a rapidly changing development landscape, UNDP Egypt is implementing an organizational change process that aims to transition to a structure and financially viable business model that is more effectively and efficiently able to deliver on evolving national priorities. </p><br> <p>It is guided by four core principles: </p><br> <ul> <li>Retaining key capacities while investing in new expertise </li> <li>Strengthening and integrating quality assurance and programme finance </li> <li>Standardization and optimization across the teams / functions </li> <li>Financial sustainability of core structure - with flexibility for expansion / contraction </li> </ul> <p><b>Position Purpose</b></p><br> <p>Under the guidance and direct supervision of UNDP Resident Representative (RR) in Egypt, the Executive Associate ensures effective and efficient functioning of the Resident Representative’s office, management of information flow and follow-up on deadlines and commitments made, maintenance of protocol procedures and full confidentiality in all aspects of assignments.</p><br> <p>When needed, the Executive Associate also coordinates the secretarial and clerical staff of the office. The Executive Associate works in close collaboration and on a daily basis with UNDP Programme, and Operations teams, UN Agencies, International Organizations, Egyptian institutions to ensure efficient flow of information, actions on instructions and agendas.</p><br> <p><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><br> <p><b>1.Ensures</b> <b>effective and efficient functioning of the Resident Representative’s office focusing on achievement of the following results:</b></p><br> <p>• Maintenance of the Resident Representative’s calendar, contacts with high-ranking officials and visitors, arrangement of appointments and meetings<br> • Management and facilitation of RR missions and representation schedule. Accompany RR in events and missions and ensure smooth logistics and protocol.<br> • Support and facilitation for organization of meetings and events, both internal and external as needed (such as Board meetings, committees, team meetings, etc.)<br> • Follow up on external deadlines, commitments made, ensuring actions and decisions are anticipated with adapted prioritization and sufficient preparation and information.<br> • Building and maintaining a network of contacts with counterparts at Ministries, Embassies, international organizations and UN agencies, and facilitation of work with them.<br> • Assembling high-quality briefing material for RR and visitors for appointments, meetings, and missions.<br> • Interpretation between Arabic and English when required taking notes and preparing minutes of meetings<br> • Maintenance of rosters of high-level partners and contact lists.<br> • Preparation of correspondence, directives, comments on behalf of RR for signature and follow-up when required.<br> • Use of automated office management system for effective functioning of the RR Office.<br> </p><br> <p><b>2. Ensures provision of effective communications and administrative support to the office</b> <b>focusing on achievement of the following results:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Coordination of the information flow in the office and dissemination of corporate and interoffice communication to staff as required.</li> <li>Facilitation of information sharing with and between Programme and Operations Teams.</li> <li>Follow up on internal deadlines, commitments made, actions taken and coordination of collection and submission of the reports to the Resident Representative.</li> <li>Screening and dispatching of all calls and correspondences incoming to the Resident Representative office and provide informal translations of short texts when needed.</li> <li>Maintenance of electronic and hardcopy filing system, ensuring safekeeping of confidential material.</li> <li>Presentation of proposals to eliminate communication bottlenecks in the office and streamline office procedures between the Resident Representative’s office and UNDP country office units. </li> <li>Support to organization of advocacy and other CO events, as required</li> </ul> <p><b>3. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management</b> <b>focusing on achievement of the following results:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.</li> <li>Support to maintenance of Teams’ status reports, best practices, lessons learned, publishing on Programme intranet and other media sites. </li> <li>Organizations of specialized trainings for administration and protocol issues.</li> </ul> <p>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the office and the organisation.<br> </p><br> <p>Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Executive Assistant – G5<br> </p><br> <p><b>Competencies</b></p><br> <i><b>Core : </b></i> <br> <p><b>Achieve Results:</b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work <br> <p><b>Think Innovatively:</b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking <br> <p><b>Learn Continuously</b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning <br> <p><b>Adapt with Agility </b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process <br> <b>Act with Determination </b> LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously <br> <p><b>Engage and Partner</b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships <br> <p><b>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</b></p><br> LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making <br> <p><i><b>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies: </b></i></p><br> <i><b>Thematic Area</b></i> <i><b>Name</b></i> <i><b>Definition</b></i> <br> <i><b>Business Direction & Strategy</b></i> <i><b>Business Acumen</b></i> <ul> <li>Ability to understand and deal with a business situation in a manner that is likely to lead to a good outcome. </li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of the operational frameworks in the organization and ability to make good judgments and quick decisions within such frameworks. Knowledge and understanding of the operational frameworks in the organization</li> </ul> <br> <p><i><b>Business </b></i></p><br> <p><i><b>Management </b></i></p><br> <i><b>Communication </b></i> <ul> <li>Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.</li> <li>Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.</li> </ul> <br> <p><i><b>Business </b></i></p><br> <p><i><b>Development </b></i></p><br> <i><b>Knowledge Generation </b></i> <ul> <li>Ability to research information and to turn it into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need. Ability to apply existing concepts to new situations, and to develop new concepts to generate workable solutions and new approaches. Knowledge of relevant concepts, conceptual models, and theories that can be useful in addressing new situations.</li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Digital </b></i> <i><b>Data Literacy</b></i> <ul> <li>Understand the potential as well as the limitations of using data driven innovation.</li> <li>Ability to use a mix of data sources (quantitative, qualitative or real- time techniques) to develop understanding, identify patterns to inform decision making or identify opportunities for further exploration. </li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Digital </b></i> <i><b>Data Privacy & Digital Ethics</b></i> <ul> <li>Knowledge of ethical usage of digital technology (e.g. AI, robotics, automation) and data. Ability to assess ethical implications when using, combining or sharing data, when building or implementing AI systems, and when advising on robotisation and automation etc.</li> <li>Ability to design privacy protocols to ensure data is protected and used for legitimate purposes without unnecessary privacy risks. </li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Ethics</b></i> <i><b>UN Policy Knowledge-Ethics</b></i> <ul> <li>Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity.</li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Administration & Operations</b></i> <i><b>Documents & Records Management</b></i> <ul> <li>Overall document (hard or electronic) management; registry and retention policy including storing and archiving </li> </ul> <br> <p><b>Required Skills and Experience</b></p><br> <p><b>Education:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Secondary education with specialized secretarial training is required. </li> <li>A university degree (bachelor´s degree) in Social Sciences, Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance or equivalent will be given due consideration, but is not a requirement.</li> </ul> <p><b>Experience:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>A minimum of 6 years (with secondary education) or 3 years (with Bachelor´s degree) of progressively responsible secretarial, administrative support at the national or international level is required.</li> <li>Experience in the usage of office equipment and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, Teams, Zoom, etc.) is required.</li> <li>Knowledge and experience in handling web-based management systems (i.e. Quantum/Oracle Cloud) is desirable.</li> <li>Prior experience as an Executive Associate is desired.</li> <li>Experience in preparing high-quality briefing materials is desired.</li> <li>Experience working with a UN organization or other development organization is desired.</li> <li>Proficiency in English and Arabic languages is required.</li> </ul> <p><b>Equal opportunity</b></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. </p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><b>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</b></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. </p><br> <p><b>Probation</b></p><br> <p>For all new UNDP fixed term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organization Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.</p><br> <p><b>Right to select multiple candidates</b></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><b>Use of AI by candidates</b></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><b>Scam alert</b></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.</p><br><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>Tiered Approach</b></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><b>Tier 0</b>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><b>Tier 1</b>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><b>Tier 2</b>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><b>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</b>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><b>Background</b></p><br> <p>UNDP’s decades-long partnership with Egypt has fostered a diverse portfolio of support across the economic, social, and environmental sectors. The current strategy builds on this strong foundation, aligning with Egypt Vision 2030 to advance a green, inclusive, and resilient development pathway driven by innovation and collaboration. </p><br> <p>As a strategic partner, UNDP Egypt plays a central role in accelerating progress toward the SDGs, with three pillars of support: Inclusive Growth and Digital Transformation; Governance, Social Inclusion, and Gender; and Climate and Nature. Drawing on global expertise and grounded in local experience, the Country Office works closely with partners on policy advisory and programmatic support, and bringing stakeholders together across the spectrum including government, private sector, academia and CSOs to address complex challenges and take advantage of opportunities.</p><br> <p>To remain agile within a rapidly changing development landscape, UNDP Egypt is implementing an organizational change process that aims to transition to a structure and financially viable business model that is more effectively and efficiently able to deliver on evolving national priorities. </p><br> <p>It is guided by four core principles:</p><br> <ul> <li>Retaining key capacities while investing in new expertise</li> <li>Strengthening and integrating quality assurance and programme finance</li> <li>Standardization and optimization across the teams / functions</li> <li>Financial sustainability of core structure - with flexibility for expansion / contraction</li> </ul> <p>This restructuring positions UNDP Egypt to remain a lean, responsive, and financially sustainable partner, one that is equipped to deliver integrated development solutions that support the country’s long-term aspirations.</p><br> <p><b>Position Purpose</b></p><br> <p>Under the guidance and supervision of the Finance Analyst, the Finance Associate ensures effective execution of financial services and processes in the Country Office and transparent utilization of financial resources. The Finance Associate promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations</p><br> <p>The Finance Associate works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme, and projects’ staff in the CO and with UNDP HQ and GSSC staff to exchange information and resolve finance-related issues.</p><br> <p>UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration.</p><br> <p>Incumbent is expected to display managerial innovation, initiative, and a strong client orientation that encourages and rewards the timely delivery of financial services for all clients and partners. S/he might be required to undertake emerging tasks and additional duties as requested by direct supervisor or senior management.</p><br> <p><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><br> <p><b>1.) Support administration and implementation of operational strategies and adapt processes and procedures:</b><br> • Ensure CO financial processes, financial records and reports, and audit follow-up comply with UNDP Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures (POPP). Implement effective internal control framework.<br> • Support office management in preparing and reviewing CO finance business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of internal standard operating procedures in finance in consultation with the direct supervisor and office management.<br> • Provide input for implementation of cost-saving and reduction strategies in consultation with the office management.<br> • Routinely monitor financial exception reports for unusual activities and/or transactions; and investigate anomalies or unusual transactions. Inform senior CO management and other UNDP staff at Headquarters of the results of the investigation when satisfactory answers are not obtained.<br> </p><br> <p><b>2.) Support administration of budgets of CO management projects, and functioning of an optimal cost-recovery system:</b><br> • Provide researched information for planning and status of financial resources of the CO.<br> • Prepare and modify budgets for UNDP management projects and Common Service projects.<br> • Assist in the preparation of required budget revisions (ensuring multiyear budget revision) within the unit at required period and timely securing of ASLs.<br> • Prepare timely cost-recovery/DPC bills in ERP for the services provided by UNDP, implement the revenue tracking system, and follow up on cost recovery.<br> </p><br> <p><b>3.) Provide accounting and administrative support to the Finance unit:</b><br> • Support proper control of the supporting documents for payments invoices and proper document management including systematic archiving. <br> • Prepare financial reports for projects and management funds/budget balance; and prepare all types of invoices.<br> • Maintain the internal expenditures control system which ensures that invoices processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in ERP, and travel claims and other entitlements are duly processed.<br> • Coordinate and review allocated General Ledger and sub-ledger accounts and support timely project closure.<br> • Answer inquiries from UN agencies with supporting documents and take timely corrective actions on erroneous data in ERP and on unposted invoices, including the invoices with validation errors, match exceptions, and/or unapproved invoices. Prepare financial reports as required. Provide timely response to HQ requests to resolve financial data issues. <br> • Maintain the Accounts Receivables for UNDP projects.<br> • Ensure timely recording, reconciliation, and submission of VAT claims to the relevant TAX authority and following up on VAT reimbursements.<br> </p><br> <p><b>4.) Ensure proper CO cash and Treasury management functioning:</b><br> • Timely review of cash position for local accounts to ensure sufficient funds for disbursements and maintain liquidity level approved by Treasury. Identify and record receipts and create deposits for revenue application on a timely basis. <br> • Identify and record contributions & Deposits<br> • Prepare timely and accurate bank reconciliations and provide documentation to GSSC according to service level agreement. Initiate bank transfers and deals in ERP. <br> • Timely preparation of monthly cashflow forecast to ensure sufficient cash balance in local bank account. Liaise with participating UN Agencies to obtain disbursement estimate of their cash requirement.<br> • Oversee multiple bank accounts associated with UNDP operations. Implement E-Banking and Check printing of Paycycle. Track issued checks and manage cancellations or reissuance when necessary.<br> </p><br> <p><b>5.) Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO:</b><br> • Assist in organizing training for the operations/ projects staff on finance, audit and compliance matters, and implementation of Internal Control Framework (ICF).<br> • Synthesize lessons learned and best practices in financial management.<br> • Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.<br> </p><br> <p>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.</p><br> <p>Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: None</p><br> <p><b>Competencies</b></p><br> <i><b>Core </b></i> <br> <b>Achieve Results</b> LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline <br> <b>Think Innovatively</b> LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements <br> <b>Learn Continuously</b> <p>LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback</p><br> <br> <b>Adapt with Agility </b> LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible <br> <b>Act with Determination </b> LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident <br> <b>Engage and Partner</b> LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships <br> <b>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</b> LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination <br> <p><i><b>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies :</b></i></p><br> <i><b>Thematic Area</b></i> <i><b>Name</b></i> <i><b>Definition</b></i> <br> <i><b>Business Management</b></i> <p>Customer Satisfaction/Client Management</p><br> <ul> <li>Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns</li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Business Development</b></i> Knowledge Generation <ul> <li>Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need</li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Business Management</b></i> Working with Evidence and Data <ul> <li>Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making</li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Finance</b></i> Accounting (General) <ul> <li>Knowledge of accounting concepts, principles, regulations, policies and ability to apply this to strategic and/or practical situations.</li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Finance</b></i> <p>Budget Management </p><br> <ul> <li>Ability to support budgetary aspects of work planning process, drawing and management of team budgets</li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Finance</b></i> <p>Financial Reporting and Analysis </p><br> <ul> <li>Ability to extract, evaluate financial data, derive relevant findings and present them in a meaningful and coherent manner to facilitate effective decision making and performance monitoring. </li> </ul> <br> <i><b>Finance</b></i> <p>Audit </p><br> <ul> <li>Ability to examine and verify accounts and records </li> </ul> <br> <p><b>Required Skills and Experience</b></p><br> <p><b>Education:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Fully Qualified Accountant, from an internationally accredited institute of accountancy or Full Completion of the UNDP Finance Training and Certification Programme (FTCP). No UNDP Accountancy and Finance Test (AFT) required. </li> <li>Candidates with no professional accountancy qualifications, but with degrees that major in accountancy and/or finance must complete UNDP Finance Training and Certification Programme (FTCP), if recruited. However, no UNDP Accountancy and Finance Test (AFT) is required.</li> <li>Candidates with no professional accountancy qualifications but with relevant experience must successfully undertake UNDP Accountancy and Finance Test (AFT) before shortlisting and must complete the UNDP Finance Training and Certification Programme (FTCP), if recruited.</li> </ul> <p><b>Experience:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>6 years (with high school diploma) or 3 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience at the national or international level is required.</li> <li>Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and web-based management systems such as ERP financials and database packages.</li> <li>Knowledge of IPSAS and/or IFRS is required. </li> <li>Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages is desired.</li> <li>Working Experience with UN/UNDP is an advantage.</li> </ul> <p><b>Language Requirements</b></p><br> <ul> <li> Fluency in English and Arabic is required.<br> </li> </ul> <p><b>Equal opportunity</b></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. </p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><b>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</b></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. </p><br> <p><b>Probation</b></p><br> <p>For all new UNDP fixed term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organization Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.</p><br> <p><b>Right to select multiple candidates</b></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><b>Use of AI by candidates</b></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><b>Scam alert</b></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.</p><br><br> #LI-DNI<br><br> </div>
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<p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. As the lead UN development agency, UNDP is wellplaced to help implement the Goals through our work in some 170 countries and territories. We support countries in achieving the SDGs through integrated solutions. Today’s complex challenges—from stemming the spread of disease to preventing conflict—cannot be tackled neatly in isolation. For UNDP, this means focusing on systems, root causes and connections between challenges—not just thematic sectors—to build solutions that respond to people’s daily realities. UNDP has been on the ground in 2017, supporting the Government of Egypt and delivering to people the best solutions particularly the most vulnerable, women and youth. Since 2015, 195-member states of the United Nations, including the Government of Egypt, committed to the Sustainable Development Goals, an ambitious action plan that pictures a better world by 2030, with serious commitment from countries to meet the set targets. In terms of policy and partnership development, UNDP is establishing new partnerships with new partners and both local and global levels.</p><br> <p>UNDP is also keen to strengthen already developed partnerships with different organizations and initiatives that support UNDP mandate.</p><br> <p>In line with this mandate, the Inclusive Growth and Innovation Team is implementing a project supported by the Government of Japan that aims to strengthen youth-led green entrepreneurship by providing incubation, mentorship, access to finance and markets, and fostering Egypt–Japan cooperation in innovation and climate-smart economic development.</p><br> <p>This assignment is part of UNDP Egypt’s Inclusive Growth and Innovation Team, which designs and implements programmes that foster entrepreneurship, digital inclusion, and governance reform. The Project Associate will support the implementation of the Team’s portfolio, including the Government of Japan-funded initiative on youth-led green entrepreneurship, by providing programme and project support services, ensuring high-quality delivery, and contributing to innovation-driven solutions that strengthen resilience and empower communities.</p><br> <p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p><span>Under the overall supervision under the overall supervision of the Assistant Resident Representative, Inclusive Growth & Innovation Team Leader and the direct supervision of the Project Specialist, the Project Associate will:</span></p><br> <p><span><strong>Support the project team to ensure effective project planning and implementation. </strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Support formulation and implementation of programme strategies through the coordination and implementation of project activities related to youth entrepreneurship, green innovation, incubation, access to finance, and international partnership initiatives, ensuring effective engagement of beneficiaries and stakeholders.</span></li> <li><span>Collect, analyze, and present information for baselines, milestones, and targets.</span></li> <li><span>Provide administrative and financial support for projects, including supporting the project management platform Quantum, budget revisions, and operational closure.</span></li> <li><span>Track programme performance indicators, prepare reports, and support audits.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Support partnerships and resource mobilization.</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Contribute to resource mobilization by reviewing donor agreements and managing contributions through facilitation the liaison and coordination with government entities, private sector partners, entrepreneurship ecosystem actors, academic institutions, development partners, and Japanese counterparts to strengthen partnerships and support project delivery.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Provide support to the effective monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on progress of project implementation. </strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Support implementation of the project monitoring system in alignment with its Monitoring and Evaluation framework to ensure effective information sharing, provision of feedback, and elaboration of high-quality progress reports.</span></li> <li><span>Contribute to project visibility, communications, and knowledge-management efforts through the documentation of events, preparation of success stories, lessons learned, communication materials, and dissemination of project achievements and best practices.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Support knowledge building, knowledge sharing and capacity building relevant to the assigned project.</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Support knowledge building and sharing, including training, lessons learned, and contributions to digital knowledge platforms.</span></li> <li><span>Document best practices in entrepreneurship ecosystems, digital inclusion, and governance reform by Maintaining project databases and monitoring tools, track beneficiary participation and results indicators, and support the preparation of progress reports, donor updates, and project documentation.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.</span></p><br> <p><span><strong>Institutional Arrangement</strong></span></p><br> <p><span>The Project Associate will be working under the overall supervision of the Assistant Resident Representative, Inclusive Growth & Innovation Team Leader and the direct supervision of the Project Specialist.</span></p><br> <p><strong>Competencies</strong></p><br> <p>Core:</p><br> <p>Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline</p><br> <p>Think Innovatively: LEVEL1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements</p><br> <p>Learn Continuously: LEVEL1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback</p><br> <p>Adapt with Agility: LEVEL1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible</p><br> <p>Act with Determination: LEVEL1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident</p><br> <p>Engage and Partner: LEVEL1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships</p><br> <p>Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination</p><br> <p><span><i><strong>Cross-Functional & Technical competencies</strong></i></span></p><br> <p><span><i><strong>Thematic Area Name Definition </strong></i></span></p><br> <br> <span><strong>Business Development </strong></span> <span><strong>Knowledge Generation</strong></span> <p><span>Ability to research information and to turn it into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or </span></p><br> <p><span>responsive to a stated need. Ability to apply existing concepts to new situations, and to develop </span></p><br> <p><span>new concepts to generate workable solutions and new approaches. Knowledge of relevant concepts, </span></p><br> <p><span>conceptual models, and theories that can be useful in addressing new situations.</span></p><br> <br> <span><strong>Operations: Finance</strong></span> <span><strong>Budget management</strong></span> <span>Ability to support budgetary aspects of work planning process, drawing and management of team budgets.</span> <br> <span><strong>Business Direction & Strategy</strong></span> <span><strong>Strategic thinking</strong></span> <span>Develop effective strategies and prioritised plans in line with UNDP’s mission and objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, opportunities and potential risks; link the general vision to reality on the ground to create tangible targeted solutions; learn from a variety of sources to anticipate and effectively respond to both current and future trends; demonstrate foresight.</span> <br> <span><strong>Business Direction & Strategy</strong></span> <span><strong>Entrepreneurial Thinking</strong></span> <span>Identify and seize opportunities to service and add value to clients, create clarity around UNDP value proposition to beneficiaries and partners, develop clear service offers responding to client needs in line with UNDP’s organizational priorities and mandate.</span> <br> <span><strong>Business Management</strong></span> <span><strong>Partnerships Management</strong></span> <span>Build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies.</span> <br> <span><strong>Data</strong></span> <span><strong>Data analysis</strong></span> <span>Ability to extract, analyse and visualize data to form meaningful insights and aid effective business decision making.</span> <br> <span><strong>Business Management</strong></span> <span><strong>Communication</strong></span> <span>Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.</span> <br> <p><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Education:</strong></p><br> <p><span>Secondary education is required or a university degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, Social Sciences, or ICT-related fields will be given due consideration but is not a requirement.</span></p><br> <p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><br> <p><span>Minimum of 6 years (with secondary education) or 3 years (with a university degree) of relevant experience in administrative or programme or project support experience.</span></p><br> <p><span><strong>Required skills:</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Proven experience in excellent drafting, formulation and reporting and producing and editing documents with accuracy and professionalism.</span></li> <li><span>Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.). </span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section:</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Experience in digitalization, entrepreneurship, or innovation programmes is highly desirable.</span></li> <li><span>Experience with UNDP or other international development organizations is an asset.</span></li> <li><span>Previous experience with financial management is an asset.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Equal opportunity</strong></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. </p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><strong>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. </p><br> <p><strong>Right to select multiple candidates</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><strong>Use of AI by candidates</strong></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><strong>Scam alert</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.</p><br><br><br> </div>