Analista de Gestión de Proyecto
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) operates in 170 countries, focusing on poverty eradication and planetary protection. In the Dominican Republic, UNDP supports national capacity building, promotes Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), human rights, and gender equality through technical assistance. The Environment and Resilience Unit specifically works to establish environmental sustainability as a foundation for poverty reduction and economic development strategies.
Job Purpose
This role supports the development of the sustainable production and consumption pillar within the UNDP's "Rescate Ozama" project, which focuses on integrated plastic and waste management. The Project Management Analyst will assist in managing and operationalizing partnerships with governmental and private sector entities. The position requires close collaboration with country office teams to ensure synergistic and coordinated work, delivering effective technical and operational support for the successful implementation of project initiatives aimed at promoting integrated waste management and innovative solutions.
Responsibilities
Co-manage prioritized initiatives within the sustainable production and consumption pillar, particularly those related to integrated waste management, circular economy, and local environmental development, supporting COVID-19 recovery strategies. Provide administrative and financial management support in line with UNDP regulations. Support partner activities and foster alliance development. Contribute to the conceptualization and preparation of technical documents and presentations on sustainable production and consumption, especially waste and plastic management. Develop related work plans, including procurement and quarterly plans, for the "Rescate Ozama" initiative. Ensure timely and quality implementation of work plan activities and operations. Monitor progress against the approved work plan, identify external changes, and propose solutions. Prepare progress reports and document lessons learned. Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and UNDP policies. Apply best practices in project management for "Rescate Ozama". Support partner activities at the project level and stay updated on related development projects. Facilitate knowledge building and exchange among stakeholders, focusing on regular information sharing, cross-learning, and capturing lessons learned.
Work Experience
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience at the national and/or international level in environmental project management, production system improvement, planning, and/or development of initiatives with economic and social impact. Experience in integrated waste and/or plastic management is highly desirable, as is experience working with the UN or other international development organizations. Proficiency in computer skills, including advanced Microsoft Office applications, is required.
Skills
Professionalism, integrity, teamwork, respect for diversity, continuous learning, planning and organization, and communication are essential. Specific skills include project management, programme development, strategy, climate change, environment, and natural resources management. The candidate should demonstrate discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy, good judgment, and the ability to interact and coordinate with various stakeholders. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, are necessary for reporting and presentations.