Programme Management Officer
Organizational Context
This position is within the Business Facilitation Section of the Division of Investment and Enterprise at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Geneva. The Programme Management Officer reports to the Chief of the Business Facilitation Section, working under the overall guidance of the Division Director and in close coordination with the Business Facilitation Program Team Leader.
Job Purpose
The Programme Management Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating assigned programmes and projects within UNCTAD's Business Facilitation Section. This involves monitoring project development, analyzing issues, and initiating corrective actions. The role includes conducting consulting assignments, facilitating workshops, and assisting clients in change management through action plans. The incumbent will research and analyze information, coordinate policy development, prepare written outputs such as reports and policy recommendations, and organize outreach activities including training workshops and presentations. Additionally, the role involves leading or participating in field missions, providing guidance, and coordinating budget-related activities for programme and project preparation and reporting.
Responsibilities
Develops, implements, and evaluates assigned programmes and projects, monitoring their progress and identifying issues for corrective action. Conducts consulting assignments, including facilitating workshops and developing client action plans for change management. Researches, analyzes, and presents information from diverse sources. Coordinates policy development, including issue and trend analysis, and research activities. Prepares written outputs such as background papers, reports, studies, and policy recommendations for governments. Initiates and coordinates outreach activities, conducts training workshops, and delivers presentations. Leads or participates in complex field missions, guiding consultants and government officials, and drafting mission summaries. Coordinates budget funding activities, including project preparation, submissions, progress reports, and financial statements.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressive experience in project or programme management, administration, or a related area is required. Four years of experience in business facilitation is desirable. Experience in managing digital government projects, including procedure simplification and automation (e.g., eRegulations, eRegistrations), and experience applying AI in public service design are also desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, Client Orientation, Technological Awareness, project/programme management, administration, research and analysis, policy development, communication, training, leadership, budget management, digital government projects, AI application.