Project Management Support - Officer

Organizational Context

UNOPS operates in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on infrastructure, public health, and institutional capacity building to advance sustainable development goals. The Southern Cone Multi-Country Office in Brazil supports national priorities across Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, with a strong emphasis on transparent, efficient, and results-driven project delivery in health, education, and urbanization.

Job Purpose

The Project Management Support Officer provides essential operational, analytical, and administrative support for the effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of projects, adhering to UNOPS policies and client requirements. This specific role focuses on recruiting a Senior Specialist for Municipal Risk Reduction Plans (PMRR) within the "Risk-Free Periphery" project, emphasizing social participation and non-structural measures for climate change adaptation. Candidates may be considered for similar future roles.

Responsibilities

Manage, analyze, and report on project data, ensuring accuracy and reliability through collection, cleaning, and validation. Maintain databases and information systems for real-time tracking, supporting the creation of analytical reports and presentations. Collaborate in project work plan development and implementation with diverse partners, including government, academia, and civil society. Conduct technical visits to municipalities for risk reduction plan development and prepare necessary technical documents. Coordinate procurement processes, review consultant deliverables, and provide support for contract management and technical specification verification.

Work Experience

Requires at least two years of experience in developing social mapping tools, working in urban peripheries, conducting participatory workshops, social mobilization, and communication. Proficiency in collaboration tools (MS Office, G-Suite) and web-based management systems is mandatory. Familiarity with municipal risk reduction plan methodologies and risk mapping/management experience are desirable.

Skills

Data Analysis, Project Implementation, Stakeholder Management, Technical Documentation, Risk Management, Social Mobilization, Participatory Methodologies.

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