Project Coordinator at UNDP

• Job Identification24346
• Posting Date02/21/2025, 02:22 PM
• Apply Before03/08/2025, 07:59 AM
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Locations Bujumbura, Burundi
• AgencyUNDP
• GradeIPSA-10
• Vacancy TypeInternational Personnel Service Agreement
• Practice AreaNature, Climate and Energy
• DeskRegional Bureau for Africa
• Contract Duration1 Year
• Education & Work ExperienceMaster's Degree - 5 year(s) experience OR Bachelor's Degree - 7 year(s) experience
• Other CriteriaStrong communication experience
• Required LanguagesFrench
• Desired LanguagesEnglish and Local Language of Burundi
• Vacancy Timeline2 Weeks
• Mobility required/no mobilityno mobility required

Background

Diversity, equity and inclusion are core principles of UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures in which we operate, we promote inclusion as a means of ensuring that all staff are able to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all we do. Taking a “leave no one behind” approach to our diversity efforts means increasing the representation of underserved populations. Individuals who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP, including our values ​​and inspiring stories.  

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, or any type of harassment, including sexual harassment, or discrimination. All selected candidates will therefore be subject to rigorous reference and background checks.

Context

In August 2014, Burundi launched the process of developing its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and identified initial challenges to effective adaptation planning and implementation. The 2016 stocktaking exercise provided an opportunity to revisit and update the information in this regard, which include: Limited availability and accessibility of relevant climate information; Lack of an operational framework for long-term adaptation planning; Limited technical skills, including the capacity to assess climate risks and vulnerabilities, identify and assess adaptation options, and the capacity to plan and communicate adaptation; and; Limited capacity to mobilize resources to address climate change.

Guided by the strategic direction defined by the National Policy on Climate Change (PNCC), the National Strategy and Action Plan on Climate Change (SNPACC) and the gaps identified, this project aims to provide an operational basis for effective investments in adaptation in the short, medium and long term. 

The project will be implemented under the direct execution modality (DIM).

The expected results of this project are: 

1. Adaptation planning governance and institutional coordination are strengthened; 
2. Evidence generated to design adaptation solutions for maximum impact; 
3. Private sector participation in adaptation measures is stimulated; 
4. Adaptation funding is increased.

It is in this context that the UNDP would like to recruit a Project Coordinator

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for the overall management of the project, including the mobilization of all project contributions, supervision of project staff, consultants and subcontractors. To this end, he/she will be responsible for:

• Lead the overall management of the project;
• Plan project activities and monitor progress against the approved work plan;
• Carry out activities by managing personnel, goods and services, training and microfinance, including drafting and reviewing terms of reference and specifications, as well as supervising the work of all contractors;
• Monitor events identified in the project monitoring plan and update the plan as needed;
• Provide support for the conduct of UNDP required assessments, spot checks and audits;
• Monitor financial resources and accounting to ensure accuracy and reliability of financial reports;
• Monitor progress, monitor deviations from plan and course correct as necessary within tolerances agreed by the Project Board to achieve results;
• Ensure that changes are managed and problems are resolved.
• Provide regular progress reports to the Project Board, as agreed with it, including actions to address challenges and opportunities;
• Prepare and submit financial reports to UNDP on a quarterly basis;
• Manage and monitor project risks – including social and environmental risks – initially identified and present new risks to the Project Board for review and decision on possible measures, if necessary; update the status of these risks by maintaining the project risk log;
• Learn lessons from project implementation;
• Prepare revisions to the multi-year work plan, as needed, as well as annual and quarterly plans, as necessary;
• Prepare the initial report no later than one month after the launch workshop;
• Ensure that indicators in the project results framework are monitored annually before the deadline for submission of the GCF mid-year report so that progress can be presented in interim progress reports and portfolio reports; 
• Prepare the FVC half-yearly report;
• Monitor implementation plans, including the gender equality action plan, stakeholder engagement plan and any environmental and social management plans;
• Support the final evaluation process;
• Assess major and minor changes to the project within the parameters set by the UNDP Nature, Climate Change and Energy (NCE) Unit.
• Lead activities related to training and knowledge sharing

The incumbent performs other tasks relevant to his functional profile, deemed necessary for the proper functioning of the Office and the Organization.

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