International Peacebuilding Analyst

2 days ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Development Programme Full time

Company Overview

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a global development network of 29,000+ staff working in over 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and extract maximum value from limited resources.

Job Description

  • Project Management Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Project Management Analyst to support the implementation of our peacebuilding initiatives in Sudan.
  • Main Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of our peacebuilding portfolios, designing and implementing comprehensive monitoring, evaluation and reporting systems, and providing strategic and technical peacebuilding support to our portfolio.

Key Duties and Accountabilities:

  • Management and coordination of PBF and MPTF portfolios
  • Design and manage calls for proposals and other project development processes
  • Provide guidance and support to UN agencies and I/NGOs during the development of new PBF and MPTF projects
  • Review and provide feedback on project concept notes and proposals submitted to PBF Secretariat
  • Organize Technical Review Committees for proposal review and selection

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in peace and development, management, social sciences, or related area
  • Minimum 2 years (Masters' degree) or 4 years (Bachelor's degree) of relevant work experience in at least two of the following areas: programme coordination, project development, strategic planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation in conflict and post-conflict or transitional context

Benefits:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • The opportunity to work with a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to making a difference in the world
  • A chance to develop your skills and expertise in project management and peacebuilding