Programme Administrator

Overview

The Programme Administrator provides programme liaison, analytical, and operational support to the Office of the Managing Director, ensuring effective coordination of the Directorate's activities and supporting strategic planning and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Select, organize and analyse information to prepare background materials, briefing notes and analytical summaries.
• Draft sections of strategic documents, management reports, presentations, speeches, talking points, correspondence and other materials.
• Coordinate the collection, consolidation and quality review of inputs from divisions for corporate planning, reporting, oversight and other organizational exercises.
• Prepare analytical comments, management summaries and status reports on Directorate performance and programme implementation.
• Maintain and update tracking systems, dashboards and management information tools.
• Contribute to the substantive preparation of senior management meetings, consultations, missions and other high-level engagements.
• Draft internal communication materials and coordinate internal communication activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience

At least three (3) years of work experience in area relevant for the recruiting office is required, of which minimum 2 years in programme coordination and international development is desirable. Ability to research and analyse information is required. Exposure to the needs, conditions and problems in developing countries is desirable. Experience in evaluating the needs, conditions and problems in developing countries, is desirable. Experience within the United Nations system or another international organization is desirable. Experience supporting senior management is an asset.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in International Relations/Development, Economics, Public Administration, Industrial Development or other relevant discipline, is required.

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