Programme Manager, Sustainable Development
Organizational Context
The Universal Postal Union (UPU), a specialized agency of the United Nations with 192 member countries, serves as the primary forum for cooperation among postal sector players. Its mandate is to ensure a universal network of up-to-date postal products and services, fostering global connectivity and development through its member states.
Job Purpose
The Programme Manager will lead and manage the UPU’s sustainable development programme, encompassing climate action, social inclusion, gender equality, and disability inclusion. This role involves translating UPU strategy and UN mandates into actionable programme activities and results aligned with the SDGs and UN-SWAP. The incumbent will provide expert policy and technical advice, manage human and financial resources, and cultivate partnerships and resource mobilization efforts across the UN system, governments, development partners, and the private sector to advance sustainable development objectives within the postal domain.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the planning, implementation, monitoring, and quality assurance of the UPU’s sustainable development programme, focusing on climate action, social inclusion, gender equality, and disability inclusion. Translate UPU strategy and Congress mandates into programme activities aligned with UN SDGs and UN-SWAP. Provide policy and technical advice, manage resources, and support partnership development and resource mobilization. Develop and manage annual budgets, work plans, and results frameworks, monitoring progress, expenditure, and risks. Oversee the development and implementation of climate-related technical cooperation initiatives, social inclusion services, and gender/disability inclusion strategies. Foster partnerships with UN entities, governments, and private sector stakeholders. Supervise programme staff, ensuring effective team management, performance feedback, and a motivating work environment. Represent the UPU at relevant forums and contribute to the development of innovative UPU products and services.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience in sustainable development matters is required with a Master's degree. With a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of nine years of relevant experience is required. Experience should be acquired in an international organization, scientific/educational institution, or the postal sector in an international context.
Skills
Professionalism, Ethics, Results Orientation, Teamwork, Team Management, Conceptual Thinking, Analytical Skills, Negotiation Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills (Written and Oral).