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Programme Management Officer

LocationBonn, Germany
LevelSenior
Posted6d ago
Programs & Operations

Quick answer

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is hiring a Programme Management Officer in Bonn, Germany, with responsibilities including strategic leadership and donor management. The position requires an advanced degree and at least seven years of experience.

Role
Programme Management Officer
Organization
United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
Location
Bonn, Germany
Level
Senior
Category
Programs & Operations

The role

The Programme Management Officer will provide strategic leadership and direction for the Sahel Flagship unit, manage high-level donor relationships, coordinate partnerships with regional organizations, direct project implementation, mobilize resources, and represent UNCCD initiatives at international forums.

What you'll do

  • Provides strategic leadership for the Sahel Flagship unit
  • Manages high-level donor relationships
  • Coordinates strategic partnerships with regional organizations
  • Directs project implementation and evaluation
  • Leads resource mobilization efforts
  • Represents UNCCD initiatives at international forums

What it takes

  • Advanced university degree in business administration, management, public administration, or related field
  • At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in programme or project planning and management
  • Experience in implementing large-scale projects and promoting partnerships with diverse stakeholders
  • Experience in high-level donor relationship management and resource mobilization
  • Fluency in English and French; Arabic is desirable

What you'll bring

Strategic leadership and technical expertise in complexmulti-stakeholder environmentsExperience in project planning and managementHigh-level donor relationship management and resource mobilizationCommunication skills for representing the organization at international forumsKnowledge of sustainable land management

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The position is based in Bonn, Germany.

What is the compensation package?

Compensation details are not specified in the posting.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Master’s degree and at least seven years of experience in project management and donor relationship management are required.

How do I apply for this position?

Applications can be submitted through the UN job portal at https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=280584&languageCd=ENG

Is the position remote or in-office?

The job is based in Bonn, Germany, and not specified as remote or hybrid.

How to apply

Apply directly on United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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