Programme Coordinator
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Background
Background
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
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UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development within the UN development system and an integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through its Pacific Multi-Country Office (MCO) based in Fiji, UNDP supports ten countries—Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Nauru, Palau, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu—as well as regional initiatives. The current Multi-Country Programme Document (MCPD, 2023–2027) aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF, 2023–2027) and regional priorities under the 2030 Agenda and the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent. UNDP’s strategic focus is organized under three outcome areas: Planet, Prosperity, and Peace.
The Pacific Digital Economy Programme (PDEP)—a joint initiative of UNCDF, UNDP and UNCTAD—aims to build inclusive, safe, and interoperable digital economies across the Pacific, in line with UNSDCF 2023–2027 and UNDP MCPD Outcome 2/Output 2.1. PDEP addresses persistent gaps in access, usage, and quality of digital financial services, particularly affecting women, rural communities, persons with disabilities, youth, and labour mobility workers. Barriers include limited affordability and coverage of services, low digital and financial literacy, and fragmented enabling environments. (e.g., payments interoperability, digital ID, data governance). COVID-19 accelerated digital adoption while magnifying exclusion from finance, health, education, social protection and jobs.
UNDP seeks a National Programme Coordinator to manage this programme from UNDP side.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
The Programme Coordinator works under the direct supervision of the UNDP’s IG Team Leader and collaborates closely with the Programme Manager from UNCDF side.
Coordinate effective project planning and implementation.
Coordinate effective project planning and implementation.
Establish partnerships and open channels of communication.
Establish partnerships and open channels of communication.
Monitor and report on progress in implementing project activities and achieving the targets set.
Monitor and report on progress in implementing project activities and achieving the targets set.
Facilitate knowledge and capacity building, knowledge sharing and advocacy relevant to the assigned thematic area(s).
Facilitate knowledge and capacity building, knowledge sharing and advocacy relevant to the assigned thematic area(s).
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Competencies
Competencies
Core competencies:
People Management (Insert below standard sentence if the position has direct reports.)
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:
Business Direction & Strategy
Business Development
Business Management
Digital
Required Skills and Experience
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Experience:
Required skills
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section:
Required Language(s)
Professional Certificates
Equal opportunity
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
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
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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