Project Management Support Senior Officer

Job categories Project Management

Vacancy code VA/2025/B5304/30677

Department/office AFR, HAMCO, South Sudan

Duty station Juba, South Sudan

Contract type Local ICA Specialist

Contract level LICA Specialist-9

Duration 12 Months

Application period 05-Sep-2025 to 21-Sep-2025

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.

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Background Information - Job-specific

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners’ needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

Background Information - South Sudan

The UNOPS South Sudan office helps a wide range of local and international partners improve the lives of the South Sudanese people by implementing infrastructure and procurement projects. All UNOPS operations have an increasing emphasis on developing national capacities and considering gender, environmental and community concerns. UNOPS is working in a range of sectors in South Sudan including: transport, education, health, post-conflict stabilization and emergency response

Background Information - Project

UNOPS HAMCO-SCCO will be implementing the PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET FOR SOCIOECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES PROJECT (SNSOP) which is funded by the World Bank (WB) to address existing challenges of soaring levels of poverty, vulnerability, unemployment and idleness, particularly amongst youth. The development objectives of the project are to provide cash transfers and access to income generating opportunities and strengthen the National Safety Net Delivery System. SNSOP has three main four components to be namely:

Cash Transfers;
Provision of Economic Opportunities;
Strengthened Institutional Capacity and Social Protection System; and
Project Management, M&E, and Knowledge Generation.

The project will be targeting the most vulnerable segments of the South Sudanese population aiming to benefit in excess of Ninety Six thousand (96,000) beneficiary HH in 15 vulnerable locations across the country.

Background Information – Job Specific

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Project Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the technical expertise on approaches and methods for organizing broad scale community engagement and support for the SNSOP project. Through his/her work the Project Management Support Senior Officer will seek to increase community (local authorities and beneficiaries) involvement through working with all institutional arrangements agreed upon in the project. This selected candidate will also provide inputs to the development of training materials relevant to community mobilization.

Functional Responsibilities

Scope of Work The Project Management Support Senior Officer will be a memb...

Scope of Work

The Project Management Support Senior Officer will be a member of the UNOPS Project Management Team (PMT) and she/he will be responsible for the following functions:

1. Project Implementation

Coordinate and supervise the work of community mobilization teams in all the project field locations, including the preparation of the terms of reference, facilitation of recruitment and monitoring of work/results;
Analyze collected information from the target locations and prepare summaries, briefing notes, implementation plans and roadmaps;
Prepare and implement a coordinated response to the needs of the communities;
Design and plan out processes and systems to improve and expand SNSOP support;
In collaboration with other teams (e.g. Quality Engineer, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Health, Safety, Social and Environmental Analyst, cash and communication) implement mobilization strategy guided by the project documents and strategy;
Ensure the integration of community mobilization activities into communication and advocacy campaigns and initiatives;
Provide mentorship to the community mobilization field staff and to communities when it is needed;
Ensure close and effective collaboration with all key stakeholders and ensure their active participation in all project activities and committees;
Ensure community participation includes the most vulnerable and marginalized groups;
Leads needs assessments in target areas to inform program development and implementation utilizing tools developed by the other project sections;
Supervise the preparation of training plans for field teams, stakeholders or focal points;
Promote the Project by providing substantive input for stories, articles and other PR activities in consultation with the Communication Specialist;
Perform other duties as required.

2. Building partnerships with Project stakeholders and partners:

Lead the work to expand cooperation between communities and the local authorities for the implementation of the project and to ensure local needs, priorities and initiatives are integrated into the planning of the local authorities;
Ensure close coordination with the activities of other UN agencies, with special focus on those by WFP, UN Women, UNFPA and UNICEF;
Ensure awareness about project priorities, strategies and approaches;
Analyze ongoing experience for lessons learned, best practices, and shares with project management for use in knowledge sharing and planning future strategies;
Proactively contribute to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

3. Provide support to the Project management and implementation:

Ensure that all the plans and indicators of the community mobilization team are realistically set and oversight their achievement;
Contribute effectively to the regular programme reports to the donors.

4. Measurable outputs of the work assignment:

Monthly/quarterly/annual/ad hoc reports, risks assessments are prepared and updated;
Programme activities implemented in keeping with personal work plan;
Community workshops, focus group Discussions and other meetings organized and supported;
All programme activities implemented in keeping with project Mobilization and Communications Strategies and using the community based methodology;
All assignments performed in a quality and timely manner.

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc...

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education Master’s degree or advanced degree in Public Administr...

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA) Contract level:...

Additional Information

Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. Applic...

Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience requirements outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to considering all candidates in a fair and transparent manner, and we value diverse perspectives and experiences, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
This position is based in Juba, South Sudan which is a non family duty station.

Terms and Conditions

For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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