Programme Coordination Specialist - [Open to internal and external applicants]
Organizational Context
The UN SDG Action Campaign, a special initiative of the UN Secretary-General hosted by UNDP in Bonn, Germany, works towards a just, inclusive, and sustainable future. It elevates unheard communities, nurtures changemakers, and uses creativity to inspire action for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Campaign focuses on systemic transformation and engages civil society and stakeholders in key development areas.
Job Purpose
The Programme Coordination Specialist will support the UN SDG Action Campaign's Global Director and Deputy Director by coordinating the Campaign's main initiatives. This includes overseeing the planning and implementation of the 'Heroes of Tomorrow: UN SDG Awards Programme' and providing support to the Global Director's office. The role is crucial for ensuring effective collaboration, information management, and the successful execution of Campaign activities, contributing to the overall achievement of UNDP's strategic goals and the advancement of the 2030 Agenda.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the overall planning and project management of the Campaign's main events and activities, ensuring clear plans, monitored timelines, and captured follow-up actions. Liaise with team members to support alignment, identify gaps, and facilitate planning meetings. Oversee the planning and execution of the UN SDG Action Awards, managing all workstreams from outreach to follow-up. Coordinate the Campaign's ways of working, including developing and maintaining internal protocols and tools for effective collaboration and information management. Support the use of key internal platforms like Salesforce, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams. Provide executive support to the Global Director, managing their schedule and engagements. Contribute to knowledge management by documenting best practices and lessons learned.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (with a Master's degree) or 7 years (with a Bachelor's degree) is required in project management support and coordinating advocacy initiatives for the SDGs. Prior experience organizing large-scale UN public events, facilitating stakeholder outreach and communication, and managing administrative and procurement processes is essential. Familiarity with UNDP policies and procedures, Salesforce, and SharePoint is desired.
Skills
Achieve Results, Think Innovatively, Learn Continuously, Adapt with Agility, Act with Determination, Engage and Partner, Enable Diversity and Inclusion, Working with Evidence and Data, Portfolio Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, System Thinking, Event Planning and Execution, Procurement Management, Relationship Management.