UNOPS Myanmar is one of UNOPS’ leading offces in Asia, acting as fund manager for three of the largest development programmes in the country, namely the Access to Health Fund, the Livelihood and Food Security Fund (LIFT) and the Joint Peace Fund (JPF). In addition, UNOPS is Principal Recipient for the Global Fund in Myanmar and for the Global Fund’s regional artemisinin-resistance initiative towards elimination of Malaria, which works to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination in the greater Mekong sub-region. UNOPS provides procurement, infrastructure and project management services to a wide range of organisations in the country, including the Government of Myanmar, international development partners, other UN agencies, NGOs and INGOs. UNOPS plays a critical role in ensuring that the quality of services provided to its partners meets stringent requirements of speed, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
UNOPS is hiring Programme Management Senior Officers to support the Local Assistance Myanmar Programme (LAMP). LAMP provides prioritized assistance and protection for highly vulnerable people in crisis affected areas of Myanmar, through primarily national and civil society organizations. LAMPs key activities include delivery of multi-sectoral assistance, capacity building, and support to coordination.
The Programme Officer will work under the overall oversight of the Senior Programme Manager and supervision by the Deputy Programme Manager.
Summary of Key Functions
Supporting programme design and managing projects funded by LAMP
Provide project management and technical support to partners
Coordination and networking with partners and stakeholders
Contribute to effective knowledge management within LAMP
a. Education
b. Work Experience
c. Language
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. |
Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement
Contract level: Local ICA Specialist-9 / LICA-9 / ICS-9
Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
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This is a local position open for Myanmar Nationals Only.
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