Project Manager [Open to internal and external applicants]

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Background

UNDP Bangladesh’s Democratic Governance programming aims to accelerate effective governance so that all citizens can openly and peacefully contribute to Bangladesh’s development story. It focuses on making the country inclusive, capable, rule-based accountable, and transparent by 1) strengthening effective and accountable governance that responds to the need of people in addressing equitable and improved access to justice and rule of law, 2) strengthening civil society and promoting participatory governance to ensure that the voice of all citizens are heard, and 3) enhancing civic, political and economic empowerment of women and youth.

UNDP Bangladesh is implementing an Initiation Plan (IP) to enhance the capabilities of interim authorities, national institutions, and civil society in Bangladesh to drive democratic reforms and foster inclusive development. It houses the early phase of UNDP support for democratic and institutional reforms in Bangladesh and the advancement and repositioning of ongoing governance programming. Central to this initiative is a commitment to restoring trust among stakeholders, engaging systematically with young people, civil society and citizens, and ensuring risk-informed and collaborative approaches. This IP will also serve as a foundational framework to consolidate and align UNDP’s democratic governance programming in Bangladesh, and for transitioning to a longer-term portfolio of strategic interventions thereafter. 

IP-SARG is looking to recruit a Project Manager who will work closely with the Assistant Resident Representative to manage project activities in order to fulfil the outcomes and objectives as set out in the project document, and in accordance with the UNDP standards and best practices. The successful candidate will ensure that project activities are aligned with sustainable development principles and coordinate with other projects in the Democratic Governance portfolio and other UNDP units.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Resident Representative of Democratic Governance Cluster, the incumbent will perform above-mentioned activities, and the ARR will be resposnsible for the service evaluation of the Project Manager.

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Resident Representative the incumbent will perform the below-mentioned activities: 

Lead the strategic planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the project to ensure the delivery of expected outputs and outcomes in line with the approved Project Document.

Manage project finances, supervise staff and consultants, and coordinate closely with UNDP units, government counterparts, development partners, and other stakeholders.

Maintain collaborative working relationships among key project partners and Development Partners, through effective communication, consultation and reporting 

Align the project with UN values and UNDP priorities:

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

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies: 

General (across the functions) - Public relations

Partnership management - Multi-stakeholder engagement and funding

Partnership management - Resource mobilization

2030 Agenda: People - Gender

2030 Agenda: Prosperity - Inclusive Growth

Business Direction & Strategy - Systems Thinking

Business Development - Knowledge Generation

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Experience:

Required skills:

Desired additional skills and competencies:

Required Language(s):

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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