Senior Projects Officer
Quick answer
UNRWA is hiring a Senior Projects Officer in Amman for a fixed-term position with a base salary of JD 1156.60 plus a 69.9% special occupational allowance to oversee project reporting, compliance, and donor relations.
- Role
- Senior Projects Officer
- Organization
- United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)
- Location
- Amman, Jordan
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- JD 1156.60 monthly basic salary plus a 69.9% special occupational allowance (SOA).
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-05
The role
The Senior Projects Officer at UNRWA in Amman oversees Agency-wide reporting to donors and ensures high-quality control of project documentation. This role involves monitoring project implementation for financial and operational compliance while providing technical guidance to various departments. The officer also coordinates donor communications, manages project submission calendars, and supports the development of policy and procedures. This is a vital position focused on project management excellence and cross-departmental collaboration within the organization.
What you'll do
- Ensure high-quality control of project reporting and compliance with the UNRWA project management manual.
- Monitor financial status and implementation of donor-funded projects to ensure alignment with contractual stipulations.
- Provide technical and operational guidance to Field Offices and Programme Departments.
- Manage the calendar of submissions to donors and coordinate information exchange between internal departments.
- Vet existing and new contributors in accordance with organizational policies.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in business administration or a related discipline.
- At least seven years of professional experience in project development, administration, and financial tracking.
- Fluency in both English and Arabic (UN Level III).
- Strong knowledge of the programme management cycle and results-based management.
- Ability to work in a non-smoking office environment and hold valid authorization to work in Amman.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Provident Fund contribution (15.4% of basic salary), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, dependency allowance, sick leave, and 14 weeks of maternity/2 weeks of paternity leave.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This position is an in-office role located in Amman, Jordan. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the duty station and possess valid authorization to work in Jordan.
What is the compensation package for this role?
The salary consists of a monthly basic salary of JD 1156.60 plus a special occupational allowance of 69.9% of the basic salary, along with additional benefits like a Provident Fund and insurance.
Who is eligible to apply for this vacancy?
This vacancy notice is open to internal UNRWA candidates only. Preference is given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates who support the agency's gender parity goals.
When is the deadline to submit an application?
Applications must be submitted through the Inspira portal no later than July 5th.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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