Project Associate (abierto para candidatos internos y externos)
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Cuba is implementing a new Country Cooperation Programme (CPD) for 2025, focusing on productive transformation and sustainable development. The "Governance and Productive Transformation" unit manages and implements projects aligned with national priorities, working with national and local counterparts to provide technical, administrative, logistical, and financial support.
Job Purpose
The Project Associate will provide effective financial, programmatic, and administrative support to project management within the "Governance and Productive Transformation" unit. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and effective execution of projects, aligning with UNDP's Country Cooperation Programme in Cuba. The associate will support the Project Analyst in logistical arrangements for administrative activities, preparing implementation information, developing annual work plans, and ensuring data availability for donor reports. They will also contribute to identifying lessons learned and best practices, support financial management, and follow up on audit processes, playing a key role in the successful delivery of project objectives and contributing to the UNDP's mission in Cuba.
Responsibilities
The Project Associate will support the design and implementation of procurement strategies, ensuring compliance with UNDP rules and procedures. This includes monitoring procurement timelines, identifying and proposing solutions for potential issues, and assisting in the preparation of technical specifications and terms of reference. The role involves executing purchasing functions, tracking assigned procurement processes, and ensuring timely customs clearance and delivery of acquired goods. Additionally, the associate will provide administrative support for project activities, including organizing missions, events, and managing agendas. They will assist in preparing project implementation reports, contributing to annual work plans, and ensuring information availability for donor reporting. The position also involves supporting knowledge generation and sharing, participating in training, and disseminating project learnings and best practices.
Work Experience
No specific work experience is detailed in the provided text. However, the responsibilities suggest experience in procurement, administrative support, financial management, and project coordination within an international organization would be beneficial.
Skills
Key skills include: Results-oriented, Innovative thinking, Continuous learning, Adaptability, Determination, Interpersonal skills, Diversity and Inclusion facilitation, Ethics, Knowledge of UN policies, Understanding of applicable legal frameworks, Results-based management, Monitoring and evaluation, Procurement support, Financial support, Administrative support, Logistical support, Knowledge management, and Communication.