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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><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>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>The Policy and Partnerships Unit in UNDP Egypt serves as a strategic backbone for the country office, primarily responsible for leading policy work and managing high-level partnerships with government / national institutions, bilateral donors, International Financial Institutions (IFIs), the private sector, foundations, etc. The unit provides evidence-based policy advice to national counterparts, to support informed decision-making for sustainable development. The unit works closely with programmatic teams to explore new partnerships and new modalities of engagement with partners towards resource diversification and mobilization. Furthermore, it acts as a convenor and coordinator for multi-stakeholder collaboration on issues that cut across the programmatic themes, —aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Egypt's national development priorities. </p><br> <p>In this context, and as UNDP is increasingly becoming an important partner in SDG financing, including innovative finance solutions, the Country Office is endeavoring to operationalize the Financing for Development (FfD) agenda , within the responsibilities of the Policy and Partnerships team. </p><br> <p>The incumbent will provide analytical and substantive support to the Policy and Partnerships Specialist in convening key stakeholders across the financing ecosystem to align financing with the SDGs. This includes supporting policy dialogues, contributing to evidence-based policy making, and co-designing and piloting innovative financing tools and mechanisms, while engaging stakeholders, collaborating with policymakers, and advancing solutions that enhance the effectiveness and impact of SDG/development financing.</p><br> <p><strong>Scope of work</strong></p><br> <p>Under the overall guidance of the Policy and Partnerships Specialist, the incumbent will contribute to the technical and strategic development of sustainable financing within the CO’s programme portfolio. This includes supporting the design of innovative, finance-driven interventions informed by socio-economic analysis and aligned with national development priorities and the SDGs. Policy and Financing Officer will provide policy analysis and technical support across priority thematic areas, contributing to the development of policy briefs, analytical reports and knowledge products. The role also includes supporting programme development and implementation, resource mobilization efforts, and identifying and strengthening partnerships. The incumbent will facilitate thematic and development finance policy dialogues, engage with government counterparts, development partners, and other stakeholders, and support knowledge exchange on thematic priorities and sustainable finance issues relevant to Egypt’s development agenda. Additionally, the Policy and Financing Officer will undertake research and data analysis to inform evidence-based policies across thematic areas, support SDG financing initiatives, and contribute to the organization of high-level events and technical discussion to advance CO priorities. </p><br> <p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p>The following key responsibilities outline the role in detail:</p><br> <p><strong>1.Provide strategic input for the design and implementation of the office’s research and policy advocacy programmes/ projects focusing on the achievement of the following results:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Provide policy analysis and technical support on priority thematic areas, contributing to the development of policy briefs, analytical reports, and strategic inputs aligned with national development priorities and the SDGs. </li> <li>Undertake research and data analysis to inform evidence-based decision-making, including the compilation, analysis, and interpretation of socio-economic and policy data. </li> <li>Support the preparation of high-quality knowledge products, including talking points, briefing notes, concept notes, and reports for senior management and external stakeholders. </li> <li>Support the organization of policy dialogues, workshops, and high-level events, including coordination of logistics and substantive inputs.</li> <li>Lead the drafting of Terms of Reference related to project implementation, and monitor contracts and implementation of activities as needed. </li> <li>Provide inputs and strategic recommendations for the development of relevant programme/project proposals in line with UNDP’s Country Programme and for scaling up of the SDG finance portfolio, when appropriate in close collaboration with UNDP and other UN agencies regional and corporate networks of experts.</li> <li>In close consultation with the relevant stakeholders, identify areas for support and intervention within the area of sustainable financing to maintain UNDP’s relevance within the context of the country’s evolving development situation.</li> <li>Provide policy advice and technical support to the design and implementation of SDG finance policy projects of the portfolio through consultation with the Government, development partners, UN agencies, financial institutions, NGOs/CSOs and other partners.</li> <li>Contribute to gender-mainstreaming in research and analysis, as well as in the formulation of policies, programme interventions, procedures, guidelines, and tools of the SPP team.</li> </ul> <p><strong>2.Ensure provision of <u>high-quality policy advisory services</u> to the Governments, financial sector and relevant stakeholders, facilitation of knowledge management and capacity building, and promotion of effective cross-project and cross-unit knowledge exchange, with a focus on achieving the following results:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Contribute to the development of integrated policy solutions, linking governance, financing, and sectoral interventions, and supporting the application of tools such as SDG acceleration and financing frameworks. </li> <li>Facilitate coordination with national counterparts and partners, including government entities, development partners, and UN agencies, to support policy dialogue and joint initiatives. </li> <li>Conduct research and analysis on policy-relevant issues related to SDG financing and other related topics and identify strategic entry points and partnerships to address national priorities. Identify and synthesize best practices and lessons learned on key thematic issues, and promote knowledge sharing across portfolios and programme teams, within and outside the country office and other relevant stakeholders.</li> <li>Support knowledge management and policy advocacy, ensuring availability of data, analysis, results, and communication material to showcase progress, achievements and impact of UNDP’s work in development finance, including contributing to UNDP global policy networks and communities of practice.</li> <li>Prepare briefs, talking points, and analytical documents as required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>3.Ensure development of <u>strategic partnerships and support resource mobilization </u>efforts with a focus on the achievement of the following results:</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Manage partnership development and support resource mobilization efforts, including the preparation of project proposals and knowledge products, and participation in relevant country and regional-focused meetings, in line with the country office’s partnership and resource mobilization strategy.</li> <li>Ensure and facilitate access to thought leaders and technical expertise to support the design and implementation of innovative approaches to development financing. </li> <li>Build, nurture and maintain strategic partnerships and networks of knowledge and implementation partners on SDG financing, and support the implementation of regional partnership strategies with UN and external partner institutions, including governments, IFIs, private sector, academia, NGOs, and CSOs.</li> <li>Participate in relevant external meetings, including partnership building, resource mobilization, and advocacy activities with UN partners, and external stakeholders.</li> </ul> <p><strong>4.Support the <u>management of projects/programmes under the policy portfolio,</u> including ensuring effective quality assurance and oversight, and application of Results Based Management (RBM) across the portfolio</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Monitor implementation of policy projects, and liaise with relevant UN agencies, key stakeholders, and implementing partners to track project progress, support problem-solving, and implement corrective measures.</li> <li>Ensure effective application of RBM tools and project/programme monitoring and evaluation procedures and guidelines to support achievement of outcome level results.</li> <li>Where relevant, support the effective management, monitoring and reporting of country office programmes and projects.</li> <li>Where relevant, in collaboration with the programme units and project management units, develop project annual workplans, including detailed plans for procurement and recruitment of goods and services.</li> <li>Support the preparation of high quality project and donor reports, ensuring alignment with reporting standards.</li> </ul> <p><strong>5.Other responsibility</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Support the Head of Policy and Partnerships team in overseeing and managing research projects in other thematic areas, including human development, green transition, etc.</li> <li>Contribute to other office-wide initiatives and perform additional tasks as required to support UNDP’s overall mandate.</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 Policy and Partnerships Specialist under the overall guidance of the RR.</p><br> <p><strong>Competencies</strong></p><br> <i><strong>Core </strong></i> <br> <p><strong>Achieve Results:</strong></p><br> LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline <br> <p><strong>Think Innovatively:</strong></p><br> LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements <br> <p><strong>Learn Continuously</strong></p><br> LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback <br> <p><strong>Adapt with Agility </strong></p><br> LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible <br> <strong>Act with Determination </strong> LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident <br> <p><strong>Engage and Partner</strong></p><br> LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships <br> <p><strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p><br> LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination <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 Development </strong></i> Knowledge Generation <p>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. </p><br> <p>Knowledge of relevant concepts, conceptual models, and theories that can be useful in addressing new situations</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>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: Partnerships </strong></i> SDG Finance Public Finance for the SDGs. <br> <i><strong>2030 Agenda: Partnerships </strong></i> SDG Finance Unlocking Private Capital and Aligning Business Operations for the SDGs. <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 Economics, Political/Social Science, International Law, Social Affairs, International Relations or related fields, 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 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 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 Sustainable Development Finance and private sector partnerships.</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>Strong experience with bilateral or multilateral organizations in Sustainable Development and SDG Finance.</li> <li>Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based ERP management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.</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 with Quantum ERP system is desirable.</li> <li>Prior engagement with UNDP Sustainable Finance Hub offers, tools, or initiatives is an asset.</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 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>