UNOPS is offering an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals to join its Nairobi office as a Project Management Support Officer. This role focuses on strengthening project delivery through data-driven insights, operational coordination, and effective reporting.
Role Purpose
The Project Management Support Officer contributes to project success by supporting planning, monitoring, analysis, procurement coordination, and knowledge management in line with UNOPS standards and donor requirements.
Main Duties
Data & Analytics Support
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Maintain structured and validated project datasets.
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Build and update dashboards for tracking progress and performance.
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Analyze project data to inform management decisions.
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Produce visual and analytical reports for internal and external use.
Operational & Project Coordination
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Assist with project planning, budgeting, and documentation.
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Support logistics for meetings, workshops, and missions.
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Coordinate with procurement and finance units to ensure timely delivery.
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Monitor outputs, deliverables, and timelines.
Financial & Procurement Support
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Track budget utilization and review financial documentation.
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Assist with procurement processes, vendor engagement, and contract follow-up.
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Ensure documentation is audit-ready and compliant with UNOPS policies.
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Process travel and expense claims.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
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Support development of monitoring tools and performance indicators.
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Contribute to evaluations and impact assessments.
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Provide analytical inputs for donor reporting and corporate reviews.
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Participate in learning sessions and knowledge-sharing forums.
Core Competencies
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Respect for diversity and ethical standards
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Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
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Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
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Clear and effective communication
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Flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environments
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Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Academic Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
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Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or
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Master’s degree with 0 years of experience
Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the official UNOPS recruitment platform:
🔗 careers.unops.org
📌 Early applications are encouraged.