Associate Programme Officer, Partnerships

GloJobs; Gebze; Presencial; TRY 3.219.000 - 4.458.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GloJobs seeks an Associate Programme Officer for the Technology Bank in Gebze, Türkiye. The role supports programme development, implementation and evaluation under supervision, liaising with key clients and partners to ensure effective delivery across multiple projects.

Strong analytical and coordination skills are essential. The position requires an advanced degree and international experience in project management, with exposure to results-based management.

Formación

• Advanced university degree required in international development, business administration, management, economics or related fields.
• Two years of international experience in project/programme management is required.
• Experience with results-based management approaches is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Supports the FRO in working with key clients to develop, implement and evaluate programmes; translates objectives into annual work plans and monitoring schedules.
• Promotes adaptive management by assessing project performance and recommending improvements based on evidence.
• Contributes to knowledge management, data collection, and reporting for donor requests.
• Assists in stakeholder coordination and communications activities.

Conocimientos

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Data analysis

Monitoring & evaluation

Educación

Advanced university degree in international development, management, economics or related fields

Descripción del empleo

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Duty station Gebze, Türkiye

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The United Nations General Assembly resolution 71/251 established the Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries and adopted its Charter on 23 December 2016. The objectives of the Technology Bank are : a. To strengthen the science, technology and innovation capacity of least developed countries, including the capacity to identify, absorb, develop, integrate and scale up the deployment of technologies and innovations, including indigenous ones, as well as the capacity to address and manage intellectual property rights issues; b. To promote the development and implementation of national and regional science, technology and innovation strategies; c. To strengthen partnerships among science, technology and innovation-related public entities and with the private sector; d. To promote cooperation among all stakeholders involved in science, technology and innovation, including researchers, research institutions and public and private sector entities, within and between least developed countries, as well as with their counterparts in other countries; e. To promote and facilitate the identification and utilization of and access to appropriate technologies by the least developed countries, as well as their transfer to the least developed countries, while respecting intellectual property rights and fostering the national and regional capacity of the least developed countries for the effective utilization of technology in order to bring about transformative change. The Technology Bank’s work is guided by the Strategic Plan 2025–2027, which sets out three core verticals of engagement: i) High-Impact Policy and Technical Advisory Services; ii) Capacity Building for Transformation; iii) Knowledge Services for Results. This position is located in the Programme Unit of the Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries, Gebze, Türkiye. The Associate Programme Officer reports to Economic Affairs Officer, P-4.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority and under the supervision of the Economic Affairs Officer, the Associate Programme Officer will assist in performing the following duties:

• Supports the FRO in working with key clients to facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects, etc.; translates project/programme objectives into realistic annual work plans, implementation schedules and operational priorities; monitors and analyzes specific aspects of programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; assists in anticipating implementation risks, identifying problems and issues to be addressed, proactively identifying practical solutions and recommending corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow‑up actions.
• Promotes adaptive management by continuously assessing project/programme performance and recommending improvements based on evidence and lessons learned; ensures that project/programme implementation remains responsive to the evolving needs of LDCs and end users/beneficiaries.
• Contributes to promoting innovation and continuous improvement across programme implementation.
• Assists in stakeholder coordination and communication activities.
• Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.
• Supports the application of results‑based management approaches by tracking progress against project outputs, outcomes and indicators, and contributing to results reporting and performance assessments.
• Assists in maintaining project risk registers and supports the monitoring and mitigation of programmatic, operational and partnership risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supports the collection, analysis and reporting of programme performance data to inform donor reporting, monitor progress against expected results, and contributes to assessments of programme effectiveness and lessons learned.
• Participates in survey initiatives; assists with design of data collection tools; issues data collection tools, reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares preliminary conclusions.
• Assist in providing substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging issues and trends, participation in evaluations or research activities and studies.
• Contributes to the identification, design and formulation of national, regional and multi‑country projects aligned with the strategic plan of the Technology Bank and its mandate to strengthen technology transfer, innovation ecosystems, digital transformation and STI capacities in least developed countries, including the preparation of concept notes, project documents, and resource mobilization materials.
• Supports the assessment and selection of partner organization; oversees project/programme implementation by grant recipients, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and programme objectives.
• Assists in preparing donor reports, funding proposals, briefings and resource mobilization materials under guidance of the supervisor.
• Supports procurement and contracting processes related to programme implementation, including the preparation of terms of reference, technical specifications, evaluation inputs and contract management documentation, in accordance with applicable rules and procedures.
• Assists in monitoring project/programme expenditures against approved budgets and work plans, ensuring efficient use of resources. Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).
• Assists in performing consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change.
• Assists in providing administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.
• Carries out basic research on selected aspects of programmes, operations and other activities, etc., to include collecting, analyzing and presenting statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources.
• Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provide draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data‑driven planning, decision‑making, presentation and reporting.
• Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
• Contributes to knowledge management activities, including the documentation, dissemination and exchange of good practices, success stories, innovations and lessons learned to support programme scaling, replication and organizational learning.
• Contributes to undertaking outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars, etc.; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Supports the production of promotional materials.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of programme and project management concepts, approaches and methodologies, particularly in the areas of science, technology and innovation. Ability to support the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of development projects and programmes, including the application of results‑based management principles. Ability to identify programme implementation issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with data collection, analysis and interpretation. Ability to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in international development, business administration, management, economics or related fields is required. A first-level or advanced degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in any fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree in the specified fields of studies.

Job - Specific Qualification

Professional certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) or programme management is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressively responsible international experience in project/programme management, project implementation or related area is required. Experience implementing projects/programmes involving multiple stakeholders, such as government institutions, private sector actors and development partners, is required. Experience in liaising and coordinating with government institutions, implementing partners, academic institutions, or other relevant stakeholders in developing countries is required. Experience working on projects or programmes related to science, technology and innovation, technology transfer, digital transformation, entrepreneurship development is desirable. Experience applying results-based management approaches is desirable. Experience working in the UN common system or similar international organization is desirable. Experience in implementing projects in least developed countries or African and/or Asian developing countries is desirable. Experience using Umoja or a comparable enterprise resource planning systems for programme, budget, procurement or administrative processes is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English and French are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).

Required Languages

Language

Reading

Writing

Speaking

French UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This position is temporarily available for 364 days. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.

• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is