Operations Strategic Advisor

Company Overview:

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a global organization that advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build better lives. We work in over 170 countries and territories, partnering with national counterparts to address global and national development challenges.

Job Description:

• As an Operations Strategic Advisor, you will act as an advisor to Senior Management on all aspects of Country Office management and operations.
• You will lead the establishment and maintenance of efficient CO business processes and standardized internal Standard Operating Procedures.
• Advise and advocate for the development and management of new and innovative operational business practices and activities.
• Lead and provide oversight to day-to-day management of the Operations team, including human resources, finance, procurement, and administration.
• Ensure support to Field Offices and other clients, including UN agencies, through proper planning and tracking of common services budget and Agencies' contributions.
• Manage security of UNDP personnel and assets by ensuring compliance with security policy and implementing Business Continuity Planning.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Advanced university degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum ten years of senior-level working experience in operations, preferably in a developing country context.
• Experience in managing complex operations, programme support, and operational systems in a large country setting.
• Effective people management and leading large, diverse teams are required.
• Demonstrated ability in financial management, human resources, and procurement in a developing country context.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a global organization that makes a difference in people's lives.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Others:

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority.