Programme Analyst - [Open to internal and external applicants]

UN Atlas; Brussel Hoofdstad; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP Representation Office in Brussels is seeking a Programme Analyst to support EU relationships and RBEC regional priorities. The role emphasizes both operational and strategic tasks, including formulation, clearance, and management of EU-funded contribution agreements, and positioning UNDP with the EU on RBEC issues.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree or equivalent, fluency in English, and experience with EU funding instruments, donor engagement, and partnership development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field; or Bachelor's with 2 years of qualifying experience.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.
• Experience with EU policies, institutions and funding instruments is required.
• Experience with EU-UNDP partnership framework and proposal development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate EU engagement, partnership, and outreach by supporting UNDP's positioning with the EU, drafting briefing materials, and organizing visibility events.
• Engage in strategic analysis, resource mobilization, and partnership development.
• Provide EU contribution agreement management and programme support, including proposal formulation and reporting processes.
• Coordinate knowledge management and cross-office alignment on EU contractual and programmatic matters.

Skills

System Thinking

Communications

Monitoring & Evaluation

Knowledge Facilitation

Stakeholder Engagement

EU Partnerships

Portfolio Management

Achieving Results

Innovative Thinking

Continuous Learning

Adaptability

Determination

Engaging & Partnering

Diversity and Inclusion

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree + 2 years

Job description

Organizational context:

The UNDP Representation Office in Brussels leads the institutional relationship with the European Union (EU), a major partner for UNDP. This role supports the Regional Bureau for Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (RBEC) in advancing this partnership, focusing on the Eastern Partnership countries and Central Asia, a region of increasing EU engagement.

Job purpose:

The Programme Analyst supports the UNDP Representation Office in Brussels and the RBEC in strengthening the partnership with the EU. The role focuses on both operational and strategic priorities, providing direct support for the formulation, clearance, and management of EU-funded contribution agreements. It also offers substantive support for positioning UNDP with the EU on issues relevant to the RBEC region, contributing to the operational soundness and strategic depth of the EU-RBEC partnership. The incumbent works in close coordination with the RBEC Regional Hub, Country Offices, and UNDP's Contract Management Unit.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate EU engagement, partnership, and outreach by supporting UNDP's positioning with the EU, drafting briefing materials, and organizing visibility events. Engage in strategic analysis, resource mobilization, and partnership development by monitoring regional trends and EU priorities, scanning funding opportunities, and managing key partnerships with EU instruments like DG ECHO and FPI. Provide EU contribution agreement management and programme support by contributing to proposal formulation, reviewing agreements, and supporting country offices in reporting and clearance processes. Facilitate knowledge management and coordination between country offices, the regional hub, and the Brussels office on EU contractual, programmatic, and partnership matters.

Education:

An advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in a relevant field is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree (Bachelor's) with an additional two years of qualifying experience is acceptable. Fluency in English is mandatory.

Work experience:

Master's degree holders require no specific professional experience. Bachelor's degree holders need a minimum of two years of relevant experience in programme/project support, partnerships, contract/grant management, or advisory services. Experience engaging with donors, particularly the EU, and expertise in EU policies, institutions, and funding instruments are required. Experience with the EU-UNDP partnership framework and proposal development is desired.

Skills:

System Thinking, Communications, Monitoring & Evaluation, Knowledge Facilitation, Multi-stakeholder Engagement and Funding, EU Partnerships, Portfolio Management, Achieving Results, Innovative Thinking, Continuous Learning, Adaptability, Determination, Engaging and Partnering, Diversity and Inclusion.

Required languages:

English