Programme Management Senior Officer
Organizational Context
The East Asia and Pacific Multi-Country Office (EAPMCO) of UNOPS supports operations across 24 countries, focusing on energy transition, climate change, and sustainable development. The Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership (ETP) programme aims to foster modern energy systems for economic growth, energy security, and environmental sustainability, aligning with SDGs and the Paris Agreement.
Job Purpose
The Programme Management Senior Officer will support the effective, transparent, and efficient implementation of the ETP Programme in Vietnam, reporting to the Senior Programme Manager and ETP Director. This role is crucial for coordinating technical, financial, and operational aspects of energy transition projects, ensuring alignment with UNOPS and ETP strategies. The incumbent will contribute to achieving ETP's delivery and resource mobilization targets by managing project grants, monitoring sector developments, and fostering partnerships within Vietnam's energy sector.
Responsibilities
The role involves coordinating the technical, financial, and operational aspects of the ETP programme in Vietnam, including managing country work plans and ensuring alignment with regional strategies. Key duties include monitoring and analyzing Vietnam's energy and climate policy developments, identifying linkages with other energy sector programs, and overseeing grant project implementation. The officer will manage financial integrity, conduct field visits, and ensure quality control for project activities. Additionally, the role requires supporting stakeholder workshops, reporting on programme status, risks, and issues, and performing administrative tasks. Coordination functions include providing guidance on programme activities, promoting teamwork, and supporting budget proposals and reporting. Resource mobilization involves building relationships with government, donors, and the private sector, developing partnership strategies, and identifying opportunities for co-financing and project scaling. Knowledge management includes documenting lessons learned and best practices, and facilitating knowledge exchange among stakeholders.
Work Experience
Required experience includes programme or project management within the energy sector, with a focus on power sector planning, renewable energy, or energy transition finance. Demonstrated experience working with international organizations, donors, or development partners is essential. Proficiency in standard computer software is also required. Experience with Vietnamese government ministries and the energy private sector is desirable.
Skills
Donor Engagement, Energy Policy, Government Relations, Grant Administration, Knowledge Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Partnerships, Program Management, Stakeholder Engagement.