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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>At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.</p>
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<p><strong>Do you like to help others?</strong> Hint – you actively listen to connect people with solutions<br>
<strong>Do you like telling stories?</strong> Hint – from beginning to the end, people actively listen to you<br>
<strong>Do you have a creative side?</strong> Hint – bringing a story visually to life is exciting for you<br>
<strong>Do you like working on a team?</strong> Hint – you offer a point of view and collaborate well in a group<br>
<strong>Do you wish you had more influence?</strong> Hint – you have domain expertise in finance and would love to show it off</p>
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<p>If you relate to the above questions, you just might have a future as part of the Presales Solution Advisory organization!</p>
<p>In Solution Advisory, we listen and get to know a customer’s business. We learn what needs to change and why. We help business leaders ideate and think through what is possible. We help them envision how technology and automation could support their winning strategy. We connect their vision and needs to a solution designed with SAP Cloud applications and technologies.</p>
<p>That’s where <strong>YOU</strong> come in!</p>
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<h4>The Team</h4>
<p>We foster a supportive team environment and work as integral members of SAP account teams which serve our customers. You would be joining one of the most elite presales teams in Middle East North. You will work with some of the most innovative technologies in the industry. You will be empowered and supported to do what is right for our customers while expressing your creativity and ingenuity. Our Solution Advisors shine doing what they love to do – help people, tell stories and connect opportunity to a solution with passion!</p>
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<h4>The Role</h4>
<p>The primary role of the Finance Solution Advisor is to focus on presenting the value of the SAP Finance and Risk Management portfolio. This Solution Advisor would possess advanced/expert-level knowledge of Finance Operations, Financial Planning & Analytics, Accounting & Financial Close, Treasury & Working Capital Management. This advisor would also be able to understand the deep integration and financial experience. In this role, the advisor will be asked to learn Best Run Finance to help position the intelligent enterprise and showcase the value to both the C Suite and Office of the CFO.</p>
<p>The Solution Advisor interacts with prospective customers through executive meetings, discovery conversations, solution demonstrations, executive presentations, and follow-up discussions. The primary role of the Solution Advisor during an active sales cycle is to gain acceptance from the customer that the SAP solution can solve the customer’s problem and is the right choice over other competitive offerings. During these cycles they may also take on the role of a Solution/Deal Captain. In addition to deal support, a Presales Senior Specialist collaborates with Sales and Industry Value Engineering teams to plan and execute business development strategies using Design Thinking tools and techniques.</p>
<p>The Solution Advisor is knowledgeable in finance business processes and adoption of new technologies. Additional value would be derived from having experience with cloud implementation best practice.</p>
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<h4>As a specialist in the Finance and Risk Line of Business space, you will focus on one or more of the following areas:</h4>
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<p><strong>Deal Support:</strong></p>
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<li>Compose and deliver superior sales presentations covering SAP and partner software solutions to prospective customer audiences. The presentations must articulate the sales message, differentiate SAP, and leave a strong and positive impression to audiences which can include senior company executives.</li>
<li>Prepare and deliver value-based software demonstrations/presentations in support of sales cycles. Preparation includes personalization of materials to ensure delivery of a simple, appealing and compelling customer presentation.</li>
<li>In advance of a demonstration or key presentation, conduct discovery sessions with representatives from the prospective customer to build relationships with the customer and understand their unique needs.</li>
<li>Demonstrate deep knowledge of SAP solutions and appropriate industries to maintain credibility with prospective customers. Provide proof points with relevant customer stories.</li>
<li>Support RFI & RFP completion in support of customer proposals.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively present to customers in a virtual environment using virtual technologies (Zoom, Teams, etc.).</li>
<li>Provide limited post-sale support to key customers primarily to the project/implementation team to ensure a smooth transition.</li>
<li>Able to lead as a Solution Captain when deals require complex solutions across multiple LOBs to support a successful customer presentation or demo.</li>
<li>Effectively leverage support teams who are there to support solution advisory success (Global/Regional Solution Specialists, Center of Excellence, Industry Value Engineer, Solution Hubs, Deal Advisors, Solution Experience, Product Management).</li>
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<p><strong>Demand Generation:</strong></p>
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<li>Support one-to-many sales and marketing events both on-site and virtually.</li>
<li>Lead and support Design Thinking workshops to promote new and innovative solutions for customers and prospects.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the sales team to identify whitespace opportunities at accounts.</li>
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<p><strong>Solution Advisory Readiness:</strong></p>
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<li>Develop close relationships with market unit sales teams to promote effective sales methodologies.</li>
<li>Participate in demo scenario design and planning and assist in configuration as needed. Participate in new product release input and testing and training of peers.</li>
<li>Serve as a champion for or participate as a leader in Line of Business or Solution Hubs and provide knowledge transfer to colleagues as needed.</li>
<li>While people might not use the word “Guru” out loud to describe you, it is what they will be thinking!</li>
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<h4>Qualifications and experience – do yours line up?</h4>
<p>Hint: you don’t have to be an expert in everything and it’s okay if you haven’t had a Presales role in the past. If what you’ve read so far excites you, we want to talk!</p>
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<p><strong>Experience:</strong></p>
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<li>5+ years of experience in SAP Finance implementation or relevant Finance/Accounting role.</li>
<li>Experience in one or more of the following functional areas: Finance Operations, Financial Planning & Analytics, Accounting & Financial Close, Treasury & Working Capital Management, Enterprise Risk and Management.</li>
<li>Experience in Finance operations is a plus.</li>
<li>Demonstrates 5-7 successful engagements implementing Financial Solutions.</li>
<li>Expert knowledge/expertise on end-to-end processes/solutions for banking, cash, and treasury risk management is a plus.</li>
<li>Public accounting or internal audit experience is a plus.</li>
<li>Experience in sales and sales processes.</li>
<li>3-5 years of presales experience preferred.</li>
<li>Excellent presentation and communication skills.</li>
<li>English: proficient.</li>
<li>Business level local language: expert.</li>
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<p><strong>Education:</strong></p>
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<li>Bachelor equivalent: minimum requirement.</li>
<li>Master equivalent: preferred MBA.</li>
<li>Certified in SAP finance-related solutions is highly recommended.</li>
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<h4>Bring out your best</h4>
<p>SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.</p>
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<h4>We win with inclusion</h4>
<p>SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.</p>
<p>SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, etc.), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.</p></p><p></p>