Project Support and Business Development Analyst

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peace building, 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 – Cambodia

UNOPS established its Cambodia Office (KHOC) in early 2013 which oversees a diverse set of projects/programs that includes a multi-donor funded project to support the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) known as the Khmer Rouge Tribunal, the Malaria Programs funded by the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM), the Regional Ardemisinin Initiative (RAI), advisory services to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Governance related projects funded by the EU as well as nutrition related initiatives.

UNOPS KHOC is also overseeing business activities and providing support and services to UNOPS operations in other countries, especially within the Mekong Region and the Philippines.

UNOPS KHOC is in the process of expanding its area of engagement in cooperation with its development partners, focusing mainly on a portfolio comprised of projects and programs in the infrastructure, governance, procurement, justice and agricultural sector and subsequently is looking for qualified and committed experts. 

The role of the position is to support project design and implementation, partnership coordination/engagement and quality assurance of the business development unit vis-à-vis portfolio expansion.

Under the direct supervision of the Project Management/Business Development Specialist, the incumbent  is responsible for the following duties.

Project Development: The incumbent will support the overall Business Development Team through:

• Support the BD Specialist in  coordination with potential donors as well as development partners to aid in the identification and development of high probability projects.
• Support the BD specialist in drafting of project documents including legal and financial documents vis-à-vis coordination with UNOPS management structure.
• Support the BD Specialist in project compliance by providing up to date analysis of project progress
• Assist the PM’s in grants management, including drafting of Call for Proposals, as well as project monitoring and evaluation.
• Providing analysis of business protfolios to foster capacity building to organizations/grantees within the context of  KHOC’s project portfolio.
• Support KHOC operations, enhancing the harmonization of projects while facilitating synergies with other team members

Project Implementation Support

Functionally, the incumbent will provide cross-unit support to the Cambodia Operations Center (KHOC) through proactive collaboration and support to a number of units including: Business Development, Project Managers, as well as supporting the focal point for grantees to ensure the smooth implementation of project activities.  In addition, the PSBDA will be tasked with  supporting the  maintenance logs and files vis-a-vis updating of the Project Management Office.

Portfolio and Partner Analysis: Coordinate with interns on an ad hoc basis to undertake portfolio and donor trend analysis support KHOC fact-based decision making.  This is to include both internal and external analysis to support strategic position, fund allocation as well as a synergy between corporate and country office operations.

Best Practice: Ensure UNOPS’ standards in project design, utilization of PRINCE2 approach, encouraging consistent working practices, and ensuring appropriate application of standards and templates.

Perform other related duties as required.

Competencies:   

• Initiative
• Ability to Learn
• Ability to Analyze
• Organizing and Quality Orientation
• Result Orientation
• Communication skills
• Team work Skills
• Motivation & Inspiration

Skills:

• Business Development (4 years)
• Project Management Support  (2 years)
• Partner engagement ( 4 years)
• Monitoring and Evaluation (3 years)
• International development sector experience (4 years)

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Public Administration, International Relations, International Development, Business Administration, Programme Management, or another related field is required;
• First Level University Degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in above discipline in combination with additional 2 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of Master’s degree.
• Knowledge of UNOPS project and business development approach is an asset

• Prince2 foundation certificate is required.
• Prince2 practitioner certificate is asset.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience Public Administration, Business Development or International Development.
• Experience in Donor Mapping, and knowledge of donor trends in the GMS is considered an asset.
• Experience with bilateral donors and/or international organizations including the European Union is a strong asset

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.