The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Project Officer, Environmental Governance Programme in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate will support projects promoting responsible natural resource management, environmental protection, human rights and gender equality in the mining and extractive sectors.
The vacancy is open to eligible Tier 1 and Tier 2 applicants under UNDP’s tiered recruitment system.
Job Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | UNDP |
| Position | Project Officer |
| Programme | Environmental Governance Programme |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Education | Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree with additional experience |
| Experience | None required with a master’s degree; at least 2 years with a bachelor’s degree |
| Languages | English and Swahili |
| Applicant Eligibility | Tier 1 and Tier 2 |
Responsibilities
The Project Officer will coordinate programme activities, monitor implementation and support partnerships. Key duties include:
- Implementing project workplans, budgets and results frameworks.
- Supporting environmental, social, gender and human-rights safeguards in the extractive sector.
- Coordinating government institutions, development partners, NGOs and other stakeholders.
- Monitoring project progress, managing risks and preparing reports.
- Supporting resource mobilization, donor engagement and funding proposals.
- Organizing capacity-building activities and documenting lessons learned.
- Supporting knowledge sharing and cooperation with other countries.
Requirements
Applicants must have a master’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, Development Studies, International Relations, Project Management or a related field.
Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field may qualify with at least two years of relevant professional experience in project management, development project design, monitoring and evaluation, or management advisory services.
Experience working with government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs or civil society organizations is an advantage. Applicants should also have project management, communication, research and data-handling skills.
Language requirements: Fluency in English and Swahili is required.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should visit the official UNDP careers portal to locate the Project Officer, Environmental Governance Programme vacancy in Nairobi.
Review the tiered eligibility requirements carefully before applying. UNDP does not charge application or recruitment fees.
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