Joint Project Coordinator [Open to internal and external applicants]
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) focuses on inclusive green growth, human capital development, and accountable institutions. The Effective Governance Sector implements projects in areas like democratic governance, rule of law, and social protection. This role is part of a Joint Programme funded by the UN Peacebuilding Fund, in partnership with OHCHR, aimed at advancing truth, justice, recognition, and reconciliation.
Job Purpose
The Joint Project Coordinator will lead and manage the "Dealing with the Past, Looking to the Future in Bosnia and Herzegovina" Joint Programme, a collaborative effort between UNDP and OHCHR funded by the UN Peacebuilding Fund. The role involves coordinating all project activities, ensuring the achievement of objectives, and fostering cooperation among UN agencies, institutional partners, and stakeholders. This position is crucial for advancing truth, justice, recognition, and reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina by providing strategic guidance, technical support, and effective project management to ensure the programme's successful implementation, impact, and sustainability. The coordinator will be based in Sarajevo with field travel.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and support project activities implemented by UNDP and OHCHR, ensuring overall project objectives are met and fostering coherence among institutional partners and stakeholders. Liaise with UN agencies and the Resident Coordinator's Office for support. Apply Result-Based Management, prepare work plans, and lead a high-performing project team. Report to the Steering Committee, ensuring accountability, transparency, and adherence to UNDP quality standards. Provide policy and technical guidance, promote inter-agency cooperation, and identify best practices. Monitor project activities, budgets, and risks, ensuring timely reporting and quality assurance for financial and administrative processes. Promote gender equality and knowledge management, and establish strong partnerships with government, civil society, and international organizations.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of proven project management experience is required for candidates with a Master's degree, or four years for those with a Bachelor's degree. Experience in designing, managing, and coordinating projects focused on transitional justice, human rights, and peacebuilding in the Western Balkans is essential. Experience in partnering with governmental institutions at various levels is also required.
Skills
Core Competencies: Achieve Results, Think Innovatively, Learn Continuously, Adapt with Agility, Act with Determination, Engage and Partner, Enable Diversity and Inclusion. Technical Competencies: Partnership management (resource mobilization, relationship management), Business Development (partnership management), Business Management (Results-based Management, Communication), Business Direction & Strategy (Entrepreneurial Thinking, System Thinking).