​Projects Monitoring Assistant

Organizational Context

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is a UN specialized agency promoting inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) to foster economic growth, reduce poverty, and protect the environment. UNIDO assists countries in developing competitive industries through innovation, green technologies, and value chain enhancement, aligning with the SDGs. The UNIDO Field Office in Tunisia implements projects focused on green industrialization, circular economy, youth and women's empowerment, and climate-resilient industries, supporting national strategies and SDG 9.

Job Purpose

The National UN Youth Volunteer will support the UNIDO team in Tunisia to enhance the coordination and delivery of UNIDO's industrial development activities. This role involves strengthening project monitoring, reporting, and data management for various projects aligned with national strategies and SDG 9. The volunteer will contribute to the monitoring of the Country Partnership Programme (PCP) by assisting with data collection, coordination, documentation, and dissemination of results. This assignment is part of an initiative supported by the Swiss Embassy in Tunisia to enhance youth inclusion, with a specific focus on young people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

The UN Volunteer will support UNIDO's project monitoring, reporting, and data management for industrial development projects. Key duties include collecting, compiling, and organizing project data; updating monitoring tools like dashboards and databases; tracking activity progress against work plans; and gathering information from partners. The role involves consolidating and verifying data, preparing visual materials for project results, and assisting in identifying trends or gaps. The volunteer will also support the use of digital tools for project management, contribute to reporting and knowledge management by preparing documents and documenting best practices, and assist in coordinating with project teams and partners. Additionally, the role may involve supporting the logistical organization of meetings and events, preparing minutes, and participating in field visits for monitoring purposes.

Work Experience

A minimum of one month of required experience is noted, with one year of relevant experience being desirable. The role is suitable for individuals with one year or less of professional experience, or a Master's degree with no prior professional experience. Essential skills include office administration, logistics coordination, and basic communication and information management, including proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Skills

Key competencies include integrity, respect for diversity, diligence, professionalism, responsibility, planning and organization, communication, teamwork, adaptability, flexibility, creativity, innovation, autonomy, and self-management. Technical skills encompass administration, development programs, and business management. Familiarity with digital tools and data management applications is desirable.

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