Tiered Approach

In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:

• Tier 0 UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
• Tier 1 Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
• Tier 2 UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
• Tier 3 or no tier indicated All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates

Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.

Background

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP Cambodia Country Office (CO) works in partnership with the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC), non-government organizations, civil society organizations, community-based organizations, multilateral aid agencies, bilateral donors, and the private sector to accelerate the achievement of Cambodia Sustainable Development Goals (CSDGs) and other national development priorities as set out in the Pentagonal Strategy for realizing the national vision 2050.

In Cambodia, the UNDP Country Programme Document 2024-2028 (CPD) identified three transformational shifts as priorities for support during the next 5 years. The first shift is toward an economic growth model that accelerates inclusive growth, economic diversification, and human development. The second shift involves championing just energy transition, climate action, and nature-based solutions as the foundation for national wealth, well-being, and resilience to shocks. The third shift is towards strengthening institutions, civic space, and participation as enablers for inclusive growth, access to rights, and equal opportunities for all, whilst ensuring that society at large is using the full potential of digital transformation. The CPD is aligned to national priorities and policies, particularly Cambodia’s Vision 2050 and the Pentagonal Strategy-Phase 1 2024-2028.

UNDP Cambodia’s Nature, Climate and Energy (NCE) Portfolio supports national priorities on biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation and adaptation, sustainable energy, and environmental governance. The portfolio includes projects funded by Global Environment Facilities (GEF), Green Climate Fund (GCF), bilateral donors, and vertical funds, and works closely with government counterparts, development partners, and communities.

The Project Management Analyst will provide technical, coordination, and operational support to ensure effective development, implementation, and delivery of projects within the NCE portfolio.

The Project Management Analyst will support project development, implementation, technical advisory, monitoring, and stakeholder coordination across projects of the NCE portfolio.

The incumbent will perform the following key functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Resident Representative of Nature, Climate and Energy (ARR-NCE), the Project Management Analyst will work in close collaboration with the Programme Analyst to support the development and implementation of projects, policies and programmes of the Nature Climate and Energy Portfolio. The incumbent is responsible for the direct supervision and performance of the designated project personnel as assigned.

The incumbent may also be required to take on other programmes/projects/initiatives within the scope of the TOR, depending on the workload at the time.

Substantively contribute to the formulation and implementation of UNDP programme strategies and policies:

• Contribute to analysis of the political, social, and economic situation in the country;
• Contribute collaborative inputs to the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) as well as to the preparation/revision of the Country Programme Document (CPD), Integrated Work Plan (IWP), and other strategic documents;
• Contribute to operationalizing UNSDCF/CPD in collaboration with the main partners;
• Ensure implementation of relevant programme Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure the effectiveness of CO business processes;
• Develop project proposals and programming in assigned programme areas.

Effectively manage assigned projects under the NCE Portfolio, focusing on the full cycle of programming from formulation to implementation:

• Design and formulate CO Projects to match funding opportunities and translate UNDP priorities into local interventions;
• Oversee project implementation with the implementing partners;
• Lead, organize, and coordinate the implementation assigned activities in close collaboration with other units within UNDP;
• Provide support in strategically utilizing portfolio management tools and practices to keep resources aligned to actual and evolving priorities rather than rigid, preset planning targets;
• Manage planning, budgeting, implementing, and monitoring of assigned projects, tracking use of financial resources in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations;
• Manage team members as assigned and relationships with donors, government and counterparts;
• Coordinate the daily activities of UNDP projects in close coordination with national and international stakeholders;
• Liaise with Government counterparts, funding and development partners, and other partners for the smooth implementation of activities;
• Prepare/produce a variety of written outputs, such as background papers, correspondence with governments, working papers, mission reports, analyses, briefings, communication/visibility material, presentations, policy proposals and documents, and regular and ad hoc reports;
• Conduct timely projects, budget and grant reviews, revisions and monitoring, and complete related reporting obligations, in accordance with UNDP policies, UN rules and regulations, as well as applicable donors’ requirements;
• Undertake other tasks as required for the smooth implementation of the NCE projects.

Establish and maintain strategic CO partnerships and support resource mobilization efforts to achieve programme outcomes:

• Implement CO partnerships and resource mobilization strategies for the NCE Portfolio;
• Develop partnerships with the UN Agencies, international financial institutions (IFIs), government institutions, donors, private sector, civil society, think tanks, community-based organizations, indigenous and tribal community organizations in assigned project areas;
• Support strategic programmatic areas of cooperation, including joint programming, in line with agreed global, regional, and national priorities;
• Support analysis and research information on donors, prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, and ensure due cost recovery;
• Support the development pipeline and portfolio components that include identifying donors and funding opportunities, designing Programme/Project documents, concept notes, proposals, and cross-sectoral coordination to bring resources for priority projects.

Ensure provision of top-quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management:

• Support to identify policy-driven issues; and identify and synthesize best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country policy goals;
• Support to establish/strengthen national and international advocacy networks. Implement relevant, high-impact advocacy with key partners;
• Provide substantive support in the development of policies and institutions to address country problems and needs in collaboration with the government and other strategic partners;
• Provide input so that policy advisory contributes to inclusive societal digital transformation and takes digital technology risks and opportunities or futures signals into account;
• Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks, communities of practice, and digital knowledge platforms;
• Promote peer learning within the team and between colleagues and adapt to new thinking and approaches.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

• Achieve Results: Level 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
• Think Innovatively: Level 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
• Learn Continuously: Level 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
• Adapt with Agility: Level 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
• Act with Determination: Level 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
• Engage and Partner: Level 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion: Level 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Business Direction & Strategy

• System Thinking : Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact other parts of the system.

Business Management

• Communication: Communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience; Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media, and other appropriate channels.
• Results-based Management: Ability to manage the implementation of strategies, programmes, and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results. Knowledge and understanding of relevant theories, concepts, methodologies, instruments, and tools.
• Partnerships Management: Build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, governments, civil society, and private sector partners, experts, and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies.
• Risk Management: Identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively managing risks.
• Portfolio Management: Ability to select, prioritize, and control the organization’s programmes and projects in line with its strategic objectives and capacity. Ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives with regular activities for optimal return on investment. Knowledge and understanding of key principles of project, programme, and portfolio management.

2030 Agenda: Planet

• Climate : Climate Change Adaptation: Ecosystem-based adaptation and management.
  

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Science, Natural Resource Management, Biodiversity Conservation, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development or other related Development Studies is required; or
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas mentioned above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience, will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of professional experience in climate change, environment, project management, or related field.
• Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.

Desired skills:

• At least 2 years of experience in providing implementation support to development projects in the areas of nature, climate change, energy, development/climate financing or disaster risk reduction;
• Experience in delivering and managing environment/climate funding including vertical funds projects, such as those supported by the GEF, GCF, along with proven experience of engaging with those institutions;
• Experience in partnership and networking establishments with multi-stakeholders, including government people, youth, NGOs, and CSOs and experience working, negotiating, and coordinating with high-ranking and senior officials;
• Demonstrated experience providing technical support to project implementation in a developing country is essential. Work experience in Cambodia;
• Prior experience in a UN Agency and/or international organizations.

Required Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of the Khmer language is an advantage.

Travel:

• The Project Management Analyst will be based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Provincial and international travel may be required from time to time. UNDP policies, rules, and regulations concerning duty travel will be observed and adhered to.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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