Regional Project Administrator – LAC & Partnerships

United Nations Industrial Development Organisation; Wien; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) seeks a project professional for SSTCM activities in the LAC region. The role involves coordinating calls, proposals, and partner outreach, with emphasis on regional cooperation and policy impact.

The incumbent will manage project documents, budgets and reporting, while supporting gender-inclusive and sustainable development initiatives in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in engineering, sciences, economics, business administration or international relations.
• At least 3 years in project management and external relations.
• Fluency in English and Spanish required; Portuguese or French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support SSTCM operationalization: calls for proposals and appraisal against criteria.
• Facilitate partner matchmaking and design cooperation activities.
• Monitor implementation, reporting, and follow-up actions.
• Provide admin/financial support: budget monitoring, procurement, etc.
• Draft project documents and progress reports; document results and lessons learned.
• Support regional network coordination, knowledge sharing and outreach.

Skills

Project management

External relations

Analytical skills

English & Spanish

Education

Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent)

Job description

United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) seeks a project professional for SSTCM activities in the LAC region. The role involves coordinating calls, proposals, and partner outreach, with emphasis on regional cooperation and policy impact.

The incumbent will manage project documents, budgets and reporting, while supporting gender-inclusive and sustainable development initiatives in Latin America and the Caribbean.