Digital Transformation & Innovation Expert

United Nations Volunteers; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to lead impactful projects in digital transformation and economic development. This role requires a strong background in project management, with a focus on youth entrepreneurship and AgriTech initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional skills in managing donor funding and coordinating diverse stakeholders. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable development while working in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary expertise, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Monthly Living Allowance

Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in project management and digital transformation.
• Strong track record in managing donor funding for large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex, high-impact projects with diverse stakeholders.
• Coordinate projects focused on digital transformation and innovation.

Skills

Project Management

Digital Transformation

Economic Development

Youth Entrepreneurship

AgriTech

Just Energy Transition

Performance Monitoring

Data-driven Decision-making

Stakeholder Coordination

Analytical Skills

Education

Master's degree in Development Studies

Project Management Certification (PMP, PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Power BI

Google Data Studio

Survey & M&E Tools

Job description

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Required experience

7 years

Relevant experience

7 years

Skills and experience

• Project Management, Digital Transformation, Economic Development, or Innovation-driven programming;

• Proven ability to manage complex, high-impact projects involving diverse stakeholders; • Experience in youth entrepreneurship, AgriTech, and Just Energy Transition initiatives is highly desirable;

• Strong track record securing and managing donor funding for large-scale development projects; • Exposure and experience in coordinating projects, especially those with digital transformation and innovations;

• Experience in empowerment, within the informal sector, entrepreneurship ecosystems, and employment creation initiatives;

• Proficiency in performance monitoring and data-driven decision-making;

• Familiarity with UNDP programming frameworks, resource mobilization, and donor relations will be advantageous, as will Knowledge of multi-stakeholder engagement and advocacy;

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, results-oriented, effective communicator with experience in stakeholder coordination;

• Ability to work independently and in multi-disciplinary teams and commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainable development;

General ICT Proficiency:

• Proficiency utilizing Project Management Tools, such as MS Project;

• Proficiency utilizing Data & Digital Literacy tools, such as Excel, Power BI, Google Data Studio;

• Knowledge of AI applications and digital transformation trends;

• Proficiency utilizing Survey & M&E Tools.

Area(s) of expertise

Communication, Development programmes, Energy and environment

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Master degree or equivalent in Development Studies, Business Administration, Public Policy, Digital Technologies, or a related field;

• A Project Management Certification (PMP, PRINCE2) is an asset.

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Duty station

Pretoria, South Africa

Volunteer Living Allowance

UN Volunteers serve full-time in their professional expertise, supported by a benefits package, including a monthly living allowance to ensure a secure standard of living at their duty stations. These allowances are not intended as compensation, reward, or salary for the volunteer's service. Check our entitlement calculator UVP - Unified Volunteer Platform (unv.org).