Associate Programme Officer, Partnerships
Organizational Context
The Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries, established by the UN General Assembly, aims to strengthen science, technology, and innovation (STI) capacity in LDCs. Guided by its Strategic Plan 2025-2027, it focuses on policy advisory, capacity building, and knowledge services. This Associate Programme Officer role is within the Programme Unit in Gebze, Türkiye, reporting to an Economic Affairs Officer.
Job Purpose
The Associate Programme Officer supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned programmes and projects within the Technology Bank for LDCs. This involves translating objectives into work plans, monitoring progress, identifying risks and solutions, and promoting adaptive management. The role contributes to strengthening STI capacities, fostering innovation, and ensuring project implementation aligns with the evolving needs of LDCs. Key functions include stakeholder coordination, data analysis, reporting, and supporting resource mobilization efforts to drive transformative change through technology and innovation in least developed countries.
Responsibilities
The Associate Programme Officer will facilitate the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes/projects, translating objectives into work plans and monitoring progress. Responsibilities include identifying and resolving implementation risks, promoting adaptive management, and ensuring responsiveness to LDC needs. The role involves stakeholder coordination, participating in field missions, and supporting results-based management. Duties also encompass maintaining risk registers, collecting and analyzing performance data for reporting, assisting in policy coordination and evaluation, and contributing to project formulation. Additionally, the officer will support partner assessment, oversee grant recipient implementation, prepare donor reports and funding proposals, and assist with procurement and budget monitoring. Research, knowledge management, outreach activities, and producing promotional materials are also key functions.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of international experience in project/programme management or implementation is required. Experience with multi-stakeholder projects, coordinating with government and partners in developing countries, and applying results-based management is essential. Experience in STI, technology transfer, or digital transformation is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism in programme/project management, results-based management, data analysis, and research. Strong planning and organizing abilities. Client orientation with a focus on building productive partnerships. Ability to manage conflicting priorities and work efficiently under pressure.