Programme Associate - Country Office Programme Unit

About the role

The Programme Associate works under the guidance and direct supervision of the Programme Specialist in the Country Office (CO) Programme Unit. The role supports the design, planning and management of the country programme through data management and programme implementation, and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. It is open to internal and external applicants.

Key responsibilities

• Support the formulation and management of the country programme, including research, reporting and tracking of results-based management tools and performance indicators
• Assist the Programme Specialist in coordinating the assigned portfolio, preparing draft project documents, workplans, budgets and implementation arrangements
• Manage project files, budget revisions, payment documentation, financial reports and audit support (DIM and NIM)
• Guide implementing partners, coordinate project managers' donor reporting and quality assurance, and follow up on programme correspondence
• Support strategic partnerships, resource mobilization, donor analysis and contribution agreements managed in Quantum
• Facilitate knowledge sharing, lessons learned and training for operations and project staff

Required profile

• Secondary education; a university degree in Business, Public Administration, Economics, Political or Social Sciences is considered but not required
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible administrative or programme experience with secondary education, or 4 years with a bachelor's degree
• Experience providing administrative or financial support to programmes or projects, and with web-based management systems
• Fluency in English and Albanian

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and databases
• Experience with computers and software packages
• Desired: experience with UN, international organizations, development agencies, bilateral donors, NGOs or government