Project Management Support - Senior Officer

The Project Management Support Senior Officer supports the effective implementation, coordination and monitoring of project activities to ensure successful delivery of results within scope, time, cost and quality parameters. The role provides analytical and operational support in project planning, execution and reporting; contributes to risk and performance management; and ensures timely communication with partners and stakeholders. Through proactive client focus and problem-solving, the Senior Officer helps drive efficient project delivery and achievement of results in line with organizational and donor/client expectations. 1- Project Delivery and Performance: Contribute to the development, execution and updating of detailed implementation plans, ensuring that all project outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards, including drafting of concept notes and correspondences, and with a lead role on implementation in Niger. Provide organizational and operational support for missions, workshops, and dialogues, including the preparation of materials and reports. Integrate sustainability, social inclusion, and gender equality considerations into all project stages. Support full implementation of Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) standards across all activities. Conduct or participate in field missions in other West African Countries to support and monitor implementation. 2- Monitoring, Reporting and Quality Assurance: Coordinate the timely preparation and submission of narrative and financial reports, ensuring compliance with UNODC and donor/partner standards. Track project progress against scope, schedule, cost and quality indicators, providing early warning on deviations and proposing corrective actions. Conduct regular reviews of project data, milestones, and performance indicators to assess delivery status. Maintain dashboards and monitoring tools to support evidence-based decision-making. Provide quality assurance for project deliverables, reports and documentation submitted by donors/partners. Support internal and external audits, ensuring documentation and processes meet compliance standards. 3- Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination: Build and maintain productive relationships with national and local authorities, donors, partners, grantees, and other key stakeholders. Facilitate regular communication and coordination among programme teams and partners. Support the organization of steering committee meetings, technical workshops, and stakeholder consultations. Ensure stakeholders are informed of project progress, activities and results through timely and accurate information. 4- Knowledge Building and Sharing: Support the organization, facilitation and delivery of training and learning sessions on project management. Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice (CoPs), contributing insights and lessons learned. Conduct research on project management-related topics and contribute to the drafting of reports, summaries and briefing notes.

Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Project Management, Business Administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience: A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in project management, programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation, or a related area is required. Experience in the field of peacebuilding, humanitarian action, or sustainable development is desirable. Experience working in the United Nations system or international organizations is an asset. Languages: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian) is an asset. Technical Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; proficiency in project management software tools (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Asana); experience with financial management and reporting; familiarity with UNOPS or UN system procedures and standards. Other: Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural teams and under pressure in a fast-paced environment; commitment to the values and principles of the United Nations.