The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations’ global development network, advocating for sustainable development and connecting countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to build a better future. We are on the ground in 177 countries, working with them on theirown solutions to global and national development challenges. In Namibia, UNDP collaborates with the Government of the Republic of Namibia (GRN) to address challenges related to environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and sustainable economic growth.
We support the GRN to identifying key challenges in meeting its Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by improving capacities at the national, regional and local levels. To accelerate structural transformations for sustainable development our programming priorities, the UNDP Namibia Country Office has organized its programmatic activity into three portfolios: Sustainable, Inclusive and Green Growth (SIGG); Governance, Inclusive Institutions and Civic Engagement (GRICE) and Sustainable Environmental Management and Enhanced Resilience to Shocks and Crises (SEMER).
The SEMER Portfolio aims to ensure that by 2029, Namibia integrates gender-inclusive systems for sustainable natural resources management, reduced climate change vulnerability and enhanced resilience of marginalized communities and young people. The Portfolio can broadly be divided into three overlapping areas of work: (a) sustainable management of natural resources and biodiversity; (b) climate change adaptation and mitigation; and (c) renewable and affordable energy solutions. With this background, UNDP is looking for a Programme Associate to support the SEMER Portfolio. The Programme Associate is expected to be fully committed and passionate about the wise utilization, protection and sustainable management of Namibia’s environment, considering the global, regional and national environmental challenges. Under the direct supervision of the UNDP Programme Head/Specialist, the Programme Associate will provide critical support in coordinating and implementing activities under the SEMER portfolio. This role will ensure efficient programme operations, financial oversight, and strategic partnerships to achieve the portfolio’s objectives. The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with the Country Office (CO) Senior Management Team, Programme and Operations teams and programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP regional hubs and head quarter staff. |
Core Competencies | Description of Competency at Level Required |
Achieve Results: | LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline |
Think Innovatively: | LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements |
Learn Continuously: | LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback |
Adapt with Agility: | LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible |
Act with Determination: | LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident |
Engage and Partner: | LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships |
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: | LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity |
Technical Competencies | Description of Competency at Level Required |
Project Management | Ability to plan, organise, and oversee the execution of projects to achieve specific goals and objectives. |
Financial Management | Competency in budgeting, financial reporting, and expenditure tracking. |
Data Management and Analysis | Proficiency in collecting, managing, and analysing qualitative and quantitative data. |
Procurement and Contract Management | Familiarity with procurement processes, including tendering, evaluation, and contract management. |
Report Writing | Ability to prepare quality reports |
Knowledge Management | Competency in documenting and disseminating best practices, lessons learned, and success stories. |
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The Programme Associate will report directly to the SEMER Head/Programme Specialist. The incumbent will work closely with other programme, operations, and project staff within the UNDP Namibia Country Office, as well as with implementing partners, government entities, and development stakeholders. Approved costs to arrange meetings, workshops, travel costs, and DSA during field visits shall be covered by UNDP.
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements