Programme Management Officer
Quick answer
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa is hiring a mid-level Programme Management Officer in Yaoundé, Cameroon, to lead the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes and other activities, with a required advanced university degree and at least seven years of relevant experience.
- Role
- Programme Management Officer
- Organization
- United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
- Location
- Yaoundé, Cameroon
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Programme Management Officer position at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa in Yaoundé, Cameroon, involves leading the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes, knowledge management, operations, and other activities in an assigned functional area.
What you'll do
- Develops, implements, and evaluates assigned programmes/projects
- Monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation
- Researches, analyzes, and presents information gathered from diverse sources
- Coordinates policy development and implementation
- Generates survey initiatives and designs data collection tools
- Organizes and prepares programme/projects implementation reports
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, knowledge management, or a related field
- A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration, knowledge management or related area
- Experience in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating programmes or projects, including preparing progress reports, tracking results, identifying implementation challenges, and recommending corrective actions
- Experience in coordinating with multiple stakeholders, facilitating workshops, seminars and consultations, conducting training activities, and supporting organizational learning, and knowledge-sharing initiatives
- Knowledge of the UN Language Framework, with proficiency in English or French, and knowledge of another UN language is an advantage
- Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, at least seven years of relevant experience, and proficiency in English or French.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform at https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=281879&languageCd=ENG
How to apply
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