Analista de Proyecto (Abierto a candidatos internos y externos)
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a global organization dedicated to eradicating poverty, reducing inequality, and combating climate change. In Panama, UNDP supports national, municipal, and regional development efforts, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and its own Strategic Plan. The organization focuses on integrated solutions, capacity building, and resilience, with a presence in over 170 countries.
Job Purpose
The Project Analyst will support the Ministry of Culture in the operational coordination and implementation monitoring of the "Latidos del Barrio: Culture that Transforms Communities" project. This role contributes to achieving project objectives by ensuring compliance with UNDP rules and procedures, efficient resource utilization, and the successful delivery of planned results. The position is based at the Ministry of Culture headquarters and involves field travel to prioritized territories, with associated expenses covered by the project. The analyst will work under the supervision of the Project Coordinator, playing a key role in the project's operational success and alignment with national and organizational strategies.
Responsibilities
The Project Analyst is responsible for operational and administrative management, including coordinating project activities, monitoring programmatic and operational implementation, and tracking timelines, indicators, and institutional commitments. They will facilitate institutional and territorial coordination by liaising with involved institutions, local governments, community organizations, and strategic allies. Programmatic monitoring involves supporting work plans, consolidating information for reports, and identifying/reporting operational risks. Additionally, the role supports knowledge management and capacity building by participating in training, organizing information sessions, and disseminating project learnings and best practices. The analyst acts as an operational focal point and escalates issues requiring strategic decisions.
Work Experience
Applicants with a Master's degree require no prior professional experience. Those with a Bachelor's degree must have at least two years of relevant professional experience in program and/or project management, coordination, or direction. Desired experience includes working with Microsoft Office Suite, UN agencies, multilateral organizations, the public sector, and projects with social, cultural, territorial, or community focus.
Skills
Results Achievement, Innovative Thinking, Continuous Learning, Adaptability, Determination, Commitment and Partnership, Diversity and Inclusion, Systems Thinking, Project Management, Partnership Management, Client Satisfaction/Management, Resource Mobilization, New Partnerships.