Associate Project Control Officer

Overview

The Associate Project Control Officer will provide substantive support, guidance, and oversight on the effective management of the Enhanced Framework for Implementing with Partners and Direct Implementation.

Tasks Summary

• Participate in the annual assessment and planning cycle.
• Review project agreements for conformity with Country Operation Plans and UNHCR’s rules, policies and procedures.
• Formulate and implement a performance project monitoring plan.
• Participate in the development of the direct implementation monitoring plan.
• Support the selection of implementation modalities.
• Track the management of project and direct implementation risks and report major risks to senior management.
• Review, analyze and verify Financial and Performance Partner Reports (PFR and PPR).
• Undertake missions within the geographical area of responsibility.
• Monitor, track and verify that expenditure for direct implementation by UNHCR is in line with the approved budget.
• Conduct reviews of the internal control systems of partners and provide advice.
• Provide feedback and recommendations on identified variants, risks and issues.
• Prepare project control reports with the current status of programme implementation and financial status.
• Carry out timely project closure.
• Provide input to the mid- and end-year programme review process.
• Maintain professional relationships with partners and UNHCR’s contractors.
• Provide support to partners, particularly in terms of capacity building.
• Keep up to date with all UNHCR rules, regulations and procedures.
• Report on financial and operational performance and risks related to projects and activities under direct implementation.
• Recommend acceptance or non-acceptance of Partner Reports and payment of instalments.
• Advise on improvements related to implementing partnerships and direct implementation management and internal controls.
• Facilitate project audits and follow-up on implementation of audit recommendations.
• Contact partners for project related matters.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in project control and programme support, including:
• Application of international auditing standards in humanitarian or development contexts;
• Practical experience in monitoring and evaluation, including data collection, verification, and analysis;
• Preparation of analytical and narrative reports to support project oversight and decision-making;
• Knowledge and application of financial rules, regulations, and procedures, ensuring compliance and accountability;
• Strong ability to support quality assurance and project performance monitoring.

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration; Economics; Management.

Other Details

Languages Required: French, Level: Native language, Required

Languages Preferred: English, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Contract Duration: 3 months (with possibility of extension)

Work Modality: Onsite

Remuneration: