Programme Management Officer – United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)

Organization: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)
Job Title: Programme Management Officer
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Category: National Professional Officer
Duty Station: Addis Ababa

About the Organization

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) works to support an empowered and transformed Africa through ideas, policy solutions, and practical actions aligned with the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.

The position is based within the Connectivity and Infrastructure Section of ECA's Technology, Innovation, Connectivity and Infrastructure Development Division. The division supports African Member States and institutions in advancing inclusive growth, sustainable development, economic transformation, technology and innovation, connectivity, logistics, and infrastructure.

About the Job

The Programme Management Officer will support the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes, projects, operations, and related activities within the assigned functional area.

Working under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Connectivity and Infrastructure Section, the officer will contribute to programme development, policy research, infrastructure-related analysis, data analytics, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, reporting, and programme improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of assigned programmes and projects.
• Analyze programme and project implementation and identify issues requiring corrective action.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders and track follow-up activities.
• Provide advisory support to implementing partners through workshops and other interactive sessions.
• Assist partners in developing action plans for managing organizational change.
• Research and analyze information related to transport infrastructure and services.
• Support policy development through research, evaluation, and analysis of emerging issues and trends.
• Design and support surveys, including developing data collection tools and analyzing responses.
• Prepare background papers, analytical documents, reports, studies, and publication inputs related to transport infrastructure and services.
• Provide substantive support to meetings, conferences, consultations, and other events.
• Support agenda development, participant identification, documentation, and presentations.
• Conduct outreach activities and deliver training workshops, seminars, and presentations.
• Participate in or lead field missions and provide guidance to consultants, government officials, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare field mission summaries and related documentation.
• Coordinate programme and project budget and funding activities.
• Prepare programme submissions, progress reports, financial statements, work programmes, and budget-related documents.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and patterns.
• Present analytical findings through graphs, charts, tables, and reports to support data-driven planning and decision-making.
• Ensure that requirements and background information used for data analysis are properly documented.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Competencies

Professionalism

• Strong knowledge of concepts, theories, and approaches relevant to the assigned sector or functional area.
• Ability to identify issues, conduct analysis, and contribute to problem resolution.
• Ability to conduct data collection using different methods.
• Strong conceptual, analytical, and evaluative skills.
• Ability to conduct independent research using electronic and other information sources.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and manage competing priorities.
• Strong professional competence, commitment, and attention to results.
• Ability to remain effective under challenging or stressful conditions.
• Ability to incorporate gender perspectives and support equal participation.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to support decision-making and communicate findings to management.

Teamwork

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Willingness to consider and learn from the ideas and expertise of others.
• Commitment to shared organizational goals.
• Ability to support collective decisions and accept shared responsibility for team outcomes.

Planning and Organizing

• Ability to establish clear and achievable goals aligned with agreed strategies.
• Ability to identify priorities and organize assignments effectively.
• Ability to allocate appropriate time and resources.
• Ability to anticipate risks and prepare contingencies.
• Ability to monitor and adjust plans when necessary.
• Strong time-management skills.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in place of an advanced degree.
• Completion of degree and/or non-degree programmes in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, or Data Science is an advantage.

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration, or a related area.
• At least 2 years of experience developing programmes or projects involving infrastructure-related issues, such as transport, energy, ICT, or water resources.
• At least 2 years of experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.

Language Requirements

Required:

• English – UN Level II proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Desirable:

• French – UN Level II proficiency.
• Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment

Qualified candidates may be required to complete an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Employment Conditions

• The appointment is on a fixed-term basis.
• The appointment does not create an expectation of renewal or conversion to another type of appointment.
• Any extension is subject to satisfactory performance and the continuing need for the position.
• The National Professional Officer category is for nationals of the country where the position is located and is normally recruited locally or within commuting distance.
• If no suitable local candidate is identified, Ethiopian nationals residing elsewhere may be considered, with relocation and travel costs potentially being the responsibility of the candidate if an offer is made.

Additional Information

• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• The United Nations is committed to diversity, inclusion, gender balance, and geographical representation.
• Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request.
• Applicants should apply online as early as possible and carefully follow the instructions on the UN Inspira recruitment platform.
• Candidates should provide complete and accurate information in their applications.
• Candidates under serious consideration may be subject to reference checks.

No Application Fee

The United Nations does not charge any fee at any stage of its recruitment process, including application, interview, processing, or training. Applicants should also be cautious of requests for bank account information.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official United Nations Careers portal:

Apply Online

Applicants are advised to carefully review the official vacancy instructions before submitting their application.

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