Director, Multi-Country Office in UNOPS

Direct message from the member who posted the job to UNOPS Satomi Ogata Satomi Ogata HR Specialist @ United Nations | Talent Outreach Employer Branding | Application period 21-May-2024 to 21-Jun-2024Contract Level: D1 - Fixed Term Appointment *Please note that all duty stations in Ukraine, including Kyiv, are currently designated non-family duty stations. Relocation of family members is not permitted under this designation. UNOPS support to partners spans the humanitarian-development nexus from emergency response to building back better, across the housing, health, education, transport, energy and mine action sectors, through infrastructure, procurement and technical assistance/project management interventions, with the ultimate aim of supporting the country on its EU accession and in its achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. In addition to the numerous active projects delivered through three offices in Ukraine, the office was recently designated Multi Country status. The Ukraine Multi Country Office (UAMCO) is also overseeing the process of building a presence in Moldova and Poland where UNOPS will continue its work as an important partner for a wide range of projects. With a growing portfolio of 10 projects and an active pipeline, UAMCO is expected to surpass 100 personnel in 2024. Functional Responsibilities: Reporting to and under the general guidance and oversight from the Regional Director, the MCO Director directs and manages all delivery and operations under the Multi-Country Office scope - which includes liaison and engagement development activities and delivering timely and cost-effective services for sustainable results by partners and stakeholders. The MCO Director represents UNOPS on behalf of the Regional Director in [Ukraine, Moldova and Poland]. Functions/Key Results Expected:Summary of functions:People leadershipMulti-Country Office portfolio managementAlliance building, networking and advocacy for business developmentService delivery and quality assuranceRepresentation and inter-agency coordinationKnowledge management and innovation Impact of ResultsThe effective and successful achievement of results by the incumbent directly impacts the development and performance of the portfolio, visibility and image of the UNOPS as an effective service provider in project services and management and consequently strengthens its competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services. Education/Experience/Language requirements: Education: An Advanced University degree (Master's Degree or equivalent) combined with ten (10) years of relevant experience ORA First-level University degree(Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) combined with twelve(12) years of relevant experience is required.Experience:A minimum of 10 years of experience that combines strategic and managerial leadership in international development, business development, operations and/or program management in a large international and/or corporate organization.At least 3 years of senior leadership experience including supervising senior professional staff and managing financial sustainability of operations, including at least 2 years in a country office.Experience working in developing countries is desirable.Experience in hardship or post-conflict environments is desirable.Experience partnering with the public sector on developing, implementing and/or evaluating projects and programs of high national relevance is a distinctive advantage.Language:Full working knowledge of English is essential.Knowledge of another official UNOPS language is an assetThink big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities, cultures and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. Click apply and join us!Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Show more Show less Посадовий рівень Директор Тип зайнятості Повний робочий день Посадові обов’язки Управління Галузі Некомерційні організації