Project Coordinator GCF
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Mauritius operates with two key units: Environment and Socio-Economic Development. The Environment Unit manages a diverse portfolio focused on climate change, biodiversity, and sustainable land management. This role supports the "Accelerating the Transformational Shift to a Low-Carbon Economy" project, funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), aiming to reduce GHG emissions and increase renewable energy in Mauritius.
Job Purpose
The Project Coordinator will lead the "Accelerating the Transformational Shift to a Low-Carbon Economy" project in Mauritius, funded by the Green Climate Fund. This role is crucial for overcoming barriers to low-carbon development and facilitating the deployment of 25MW of PV systems. The coordinator will manage all project aspects, including planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and reporting, ensuring alignment with national objectives and UNDP standards. This position contributes significantly to Mauritius's climate goals and UNDP's mandate in sustainable development, impacting the organization's reputation and its partnership with the GCF.
Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of the "Accelerating the Transformational Shift to a Low-Carbon Economy" project. This includes strategic planning, coordination, and implementation, ensuring timely delivery of results and efficient resource management. Key duties involve budgeting, monitoring project progress against benchmarks, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements. The role requires effective liaison with government bodies, UN agencies, NGOs, and donors, representing UNDP in relevant forums. Additionally, the coordinator will foster partnerships, build capacity of national counterparts and project staff, manage communication flows, and oversee the submission of all required project reports to UNDP, GCF, and other oversight agencies. The position also involves identifying new project opportunities and promoting best practices.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience is required for candidates with a Master's degree, or 7 years for candidates with a Bachelor's degree. Experience should be in fields related to the project's scope, with a preference for national-level experience.
Skills
Core Competencies: Achieve Results, Think Innovatively, Learn Continuously, Adapt with Agility, Act with Determination, Engage and Partner, Enable Diversity and Inclusion. Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies: Result-Based Management, Project Management, Partnerships Management, Knowledge Generation, Strategic Thinking, System Thinking.