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.
General Background
UNOPS is providing advisory services to Chinese Government to develop Asia-Pacific Smart Healthcare Demonstration Zone in China (hereafter referred to as “the Project”).
The Project is in line with the newly set global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Particularly, the Project will contribute to optimizing medical & healthcare resources deployment / distribution across the region and help to address the emerging issue of the "aged society". Furthermore, the Project will contribute to upgrading & transforming industrial structure of the local economy, generating ample new employment opportunities and improving livelihood for the local population especially women labor force.
Purpose and Scope of Assignment
Under the guidance and direct supervision of Director of China project centre, the Team Leader/Senior Project Management Officer is mainly responsible for the overall management of the Project, through a thorough understanding of the terms, conditions, and the respective roles and responsibilities of the partners/stakeholders. S/he will ensure that outputs / results can meet the business case for UNOPS, the client, and the funding source.
Also, s/he will play a critical role in leading the team in project promotion and partnership development through raising public awareness, international and national visibility and exposure on a global scale, so as to attract the targeted industries, research and development institutions, think-tanks and concerned organisations.