Japan-Funded Projects Manager & Portfolio Analyst

UNDP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP in New York seeks a Project Management Support Analyst to oversee Japan-funded projects, ensure donor compliance, and strengthen accountability across UNDP bureaus. You will monitor financial status, coordinate reporting, manage the Japan-funded projects database, and prepare briefing materials for senior management while building partnerships with government and implementing partners.

The role emphasizes minimizing delays, accurate financial processing, and knowledge sharing to advance

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• 1st-level degree with two additional years of experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management and financial monitoring of Japan-funded projects across UNDP bureaus.
• Oversee fund transfers, financial status, and refunds to ensure donor compliance.
• Manage and update the Japan-funded projects database and coordinate narrative/financial reporting.
• Prepare strategic briefing materials for senior management and monitor progress against results frameworks.

Skills

Database management

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

UNDP corporate systems

Multi-country donor portfolios

Coordination across UN agencies

Donor relations

Policy engagement

Fund & portfolio management

Research & analysis

Fluency in English

Japanese (working knowledge)

Education

Advanced degree in International Development or related field

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience alternative

Tools

SharePoint

MS Office

UNDP corporate systems

Job description

UNDP in New York seeks a Project Management Support Analyst to oversee Japan-funded projects, ensure donor compliance, and strengthen accountability across UNDP bureaus. You will monitor financial status, coordinate reporting, manage the Japan-funded projects database, and prepare briefing materials for senior management while building partnerships with government and implementing partners.

The role emphasizes minimizing delays, accurate financial processing, and knowledge sharing to advance