Job Description

The three project sites are: Manjung, Perak Mersing, Johor Setiu, Terengganu Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Project Director (Head of Inclusive Growth and Prosperity, UNDP Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei Darussalam) and Project Manager (Development Economist, Inclusive Growth and Prosperity, UNDP Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei Darussalam) and in close interaction with UNDP team and with the respective Local Council and District Office in his/her area of assignment, the core functions of the Project Associate will include the following area: Provide Support to Management and Coordination : Support the Project Manager in the Sustainable Tourism Project and related projects. Technical Support : Support in providing technical inputs, research and advisory services in the design of activities and initiatives and to ensure efficient outcome and service delivery; Strategic Partnership : Support in developing strategic partnership with relevant stakeholders to advance the Sustainable Tourism project and related projects Ensures effective technical administrative services: Lead technical administrative focusing on efficient coordination of meetings, documentation, oversight and M&E is in full compliance with Corporate requirements. Institutional Arrangement The position is under direct supervision of the Development Economist of Inclusive, Growth and Prosperity in UNDP Multi-Country Office (CO) in Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei Darussalam. Required Skills and Qualifications Min. Education Requirements Secondary school certificate (Secondary education) is required. First-level university degree (Bachelor\'s degree) in social science, sustainable development, development economics, environment management or related field will be given due consideration but is not a requirement. Min. Years of Work Relevant Work Experience Minimum six years with secondary school or three years with bachelor\'s degree, of experience in various aspects of project administration and management including project finance, event management, procurement, and contract management. Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section : Familiarity with UNDP/UN internal processes and procedures would be an asset Experience in working and liaising with government representatives, civil society organizations, and public international organizations will be an added advantage Experience with the government and/or international organizations and/or research institutions/think tanks would be an asset Experience in supporting and documenting lessons learned and best practices in project development, management, implementation and/or oversight would be an asset Knowledge and experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MSO) Required Languages Fluency in English and Malay. Deadline: 31 October 2023

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