Experience:

2 years required

Skills:

Compliance, Risk Management, Quality Assurance, English

Job type:

Full-time

• Review internal control mechanisms and ensure compliance of project and programme management actions, at the design, implementation and closure stages, to ensure that they are implemented consistently and in accordance with UNDP rules, regulations, policies and procedures (POPP).
• Set risk-informed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and business processes for quality of the project formulation and implementation, including high-risk, high complexity and vertical fund projects to enable adequate monitoring and oversight. Identi ...
• Review and advise on programme planning, resource allocation, and consolidated project budget planning, pipeline management and ensure the corporate systems are up to date and reflect accurate data on resources.
• Ensure inputs to project design, pre-appraisal, and quality assurance reviews of the draft project documents to improve the quality of programming, including capacity assessments of partners, resource management, strong governance mechanisms and arrangements etc.
• Contribute to the achievement of project objectives and outcomes by carrying out regular oversight reviews of projects focusing on programme finance; assess reliability and integrity of information provided in project reports, and the completeness of supporting documents.
• Perform the function of Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT) oversight focal point working closely with the programme and project teams on HACT.
• Contribute to effective programme finance management by advising and supporting programme teams on effective use of tools and methodologies for planning, monitoring and reporting to better orient environment vertical fund projects and other donor-funded projects against UNDP corporate and donor policies related to programme and project design and management, offering substantive advice and concrete programming options to enhance project compliance, portfolio analysis, performance analytics, and other available sources of lessons and best practices.
• Strengthen transparency and accountability in project implementation and overall programme management and carry out targeted performance reviews to ensure delivery targets are met; and make appropriate recommendations for improvement.
• Perform other tasks/duties that may be required upon by the supervisor.
• Collect and report accurate, reliable and coherent data on programme and project implementation focusing on resources management achieving the right balance of qualitative and quantitative evidence.
• Provide suggestions on data use, support senior management to assess country programme results, coordinate with Team Leaders, programme and project teams to improve programme quality, identify trends, and inform future decision-making processes that should enable CO programme teams to report against Country Programme document, projects reporting and other corporate and regional reporting.
• Oversee project set-up in ERP, ensure data matching, implement effective internal controls, and facilitate proper functioning of a client-oriented financial resource management system. Implement control mechanisms for development projects by systematizing quality preparation and modifications of budgets, annual/multi-year workplans, and effective monitoring of budgetary controls.
• Analyze requirements and synthesize proposals on proper mechanisms to eliminate deficiencies in budget management.
• Ensure Control of Combined Delivery, regular monitoring of the CO delivery, and control of Accounts Receivables for UNDP projects.
• Provide advice on administrative and programme reporting, particularly on budgetary issues, and prepare reports. Monitor dashboards and exceptions; and identify remedial actions.
• Monitor cost-recovery bills preparation in ERP for the services provided, implement the revenue tracking system, and follow up on cost recovery closely coordinating with Finance Analyst.
• Perform transactional reviews on FACE forms, financial expenditures, and other documentation, as requested by Senior Management.
• Provide advice and actively engage in CO s financial sustainability analysis by running budget analysis and scenarios to contribute to management decisions.
• Establish and maintain robust budgetary control mechanisms, and systematic monitoring of both the Institutional Budget (IB) and development funds financial performance.
• Ensure proper planning of CO financial resources, tracking and recording of expenditures in compliance with IPSAS.
• Ensure full compliance with UNDP Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures (POPP) of financial activities and financial recording and reporting system.
• Supervise and guide the Procurement Associate and Human Resources Associate.
• Ensure that procurement and HR plans are executed in a timely and efficient manner to support programme implementation.
• Facilitate CO Programme Finance business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of standard operating procedures in programme finance in consultation with the office management.
• Perform the function of Country Office Audit focal point (when required) and work closely to support the CO s senior management to ensure that actions across various audit-mandated and compliance tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Participate in the projects audit, follow-up on audit recommendations, and provide support in closure of audit gaps.
• Review audit trends and ensure management actions plans as well as adjustments to business operations and programming approaches.
• Regularly monitor and take corrective actions on Country Office s management key performance indicators.
• Prepare data analysis and reports, with recommendations on control issues requiring CO management s actions and interventions.
• Elaborate proposals and implement cost saving and reduction strategies in consultations with office management.
• Provide continuous analysis and monitoring of the CO financial and management performance (e.g., quarterly milestones, etc.), and present forecasts for allocated development projects, transactions, and activities.
• Provide advice and quality assurance on the design and implementation of internal control frameworks and oversight processes in the office.
• Monitor financing contributions, track and report on mobilized resources, analyze revenue streams and advise Senior Management on the scenarios and forecasts.
• Provide advice to Programme and Project Staff on different donor reporting requirements; and ensure tracking of the financial reports to be submitted to donors in a timely manner.
• Track and consolidate reporting for CO s Institutional Budget (IB) and programme core and non-core resources.
• Provide inputs to the IB planning exercise and ensure adequate oversight of the resource allocation and spending.
• Ensure needs and capacity assessments are conducted on a regular basis and capacity development actions are designed in an efficient manner to enhance programme and management finance and operations skills.
• Organize and conduct training for the Operations/Project/Programme Staff on resource management, budget controls, project monitoring and financial reporting, application of EPR/Quantum, Quantum+, Executive Snapshot, IFD and other management and programme finance and operations related dashboards and reports, etc.
• Facilitate in providing regular training and technical guidance/advice on risk management and compliance matters, including periodic review and implementation of Internal Control Framework (ICF).
• Provide guidance to the partners on project management matters focusing on HACT policy implementation, FACE forms preparation and reporting, assurance activities as per UNDP rules and regulations.
• Advise on identification, monitoring and reporting of risks related to partner capacities, financial and operational risks, oversee implementation of the treatment activities and risks mitigation strategies in high risk and complex programming interventions.
• Analyze issues arising from HACT assurance activities and suggest capacity development or improvement strategies.
• Synthesize lessons learned and best practices in programme and programme finance.
• Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice as relevant.
• Serve as a security focal point for the CO and support senior management in security related matters.
• Serve as a liaison between the CO and Operations Support Team (OST), work closely with the OST Manager and finance, procurement, ICT, and Admin Teams.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
• Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Supervise the Procurement Associate and Human Resources Associate.
• Competencies.
• Core Competencies.
• Achieve Results: LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work.
• Think Innovatively: LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking.
• Learn Continuously: LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning.
• Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process.
• Act with Determination: LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously.
• Engage and Partner: LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships.
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making.
• UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated site.
• Business Management.
• Operations Management: Ability to effectively plan, organize and oversee different parts of corporate operations, simultaneously and in an integrated way, in order to convert the organization s assets into the best results in the most efficient way. Knowledge of relevant concepts and mechanisms.
• Portfolio Management: Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization s programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initatiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment.
• Finance.
• Financial planning and budgeting: Ability to create and manage processes to achieve UNDP's long and short-term financial goals, including through planning, budgeting, forecasting, analyzing and reporting.
• Finance business partnering: Able to support business units and add value by innovating and providing solutions to financial issues/queries, including through FAQs, financial tools, advisory, etc. Influences and appropriately challenges non-finance colleagues for whom the service is being provided. Understands the operations, opportunities and challenges of the organization. Holds a commercial outlook, demonstrating accountability towards organizational goals.
• Business Direction & Strategy.
• Systems Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.
• Policy and Programme.
• Effectiveness: Programming (PPM) policies and procedures; systems and tools for managing risk.
• Required Skills and Experience.
• Advanced university degree (master s degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Economics, Project Management, Public Administration, Finance and/or Accounting, or a related field is required. Or.
• A first-level university degree (bachelor s degree) in the areas mentioned above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Certification in programme/project management (e.g., PRINCE, MSP, PMP, etc.) and/or accounting/audit areas will be a distinct advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years (with master s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor s degree) of relevant experience in providing financial and/or management services, and/or managing staff and operational systems.
• Relevant experience at the national or international level in project management and oversight, business operations (such as Finance, HR, Procurement), etc. is desirable.
• Experience in budget planning and monitoring, as well as oversight of quality of implementation of development projects with UNDP or other UN or development agency is desirable.
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and web-based management systems such as ERP financials and database packages is required.
• Experience and knowledge of ERP platforms (PeopleSoft, Oracle Cloud, etc.) is required.
• Experience of IPSAS and/or IFRS is required for external candidates.
• Experience and strong knowledge of UNDP Enterprise Risk Management policy, Accountability Framework, programme and project management policies and procedures is desired.
• Demonstrated strong communication/presentation skills and excellent writing skills are desired.
• Fluency in English and Thai languages required.
• Equal opportunity.
• As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
• UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
• Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority.
• UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
• Probation.
• For all new UNDP fixed term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organization Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
• Right to select multiple candidates.
• UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
• Scam alert.
• UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.

Experience:

5 years required

Skills:

Procurement, Compliance, Negotiation, English

Job type:

Full-time

• participatory processes to foster collective ownership and broader stakeholder engagement,.
• strategic planning processes that promote coherence, adaptability, and integration across sectors,.
• foresight methodologies to anticipate trends and uncertainties.
• TP Lab works to embed innovation into the policymaking process by integrating tools such as human-centered design, strategic foresight, behavioral insights, and systems thinking. NESDC, as the national planning agency, plays a central leadership role in co-steering the Lab and ensuring that innovation efforts align with Thailand s strategic development priorities.
• Leveraging UNDP s global network of policy labs, innovation facilities, and technical experts, TPLab connects Thailand to international best practices in public sector innovation. It draws on global knowledge, South-South exchange, and region-wide learning to co-create forward-looking, evidence-based solutions tailored to the Thai context. Since 2020, TPLab has supported a wide range of initiatives from youth mental health and inclusive healthcare reform to population policy and local innovation systems while also helping institutionalize innovation approaches within the Thai public administration.
• As the project enters its second phase (2025-2027), it is expanding its reach and deepening its integration within government processes. UNDP is seeking a Project Manager / TPLab s manager to lead this nationally recognized initiative, working in close partnership with NESDC to drive policy transformation and public sector innovation. This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead a high-impact platform at the intersection of governance, innovation, and sustainable development.
• The Project Manager will operate under the strategic guidance of the UNDP Deputy Resident Representative and under a direct day-to-day supervision of the Manager of Programme, and lead a multidisciplinary team of policy analysts, innovation specialists, and operations personnel. The role requires close day-to-day collaboration with the NESDC team and coordination with other UNDP programmes. Embedded in the UNDP Thailand Country Office, the TPLab benefits from regional and global support, offering access to international expertise, peer networks, and technical resources to continuously elevate its impact.
• The Project Manager works under the general supervision of Deputy Resident Representative and collaborates alongside the Thailand Policy Lab members, including the Policy Analyst(s), Policy Innovation Lead Project Management Associate.
• UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment including sexual harassment and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
• The Thailand Policy Lab is seeking an experienced, creative, and proactive Project Manager to lead and oversee policy innovation initiatives. This role involves providing strategic direction, managing partnerships, overseeing team performance, and ensuring the successful implementation and sustainability of policy innovation projects.
• A. Lead, Manage, Coordinate, and Develop Policy Innovation Project Planning and Implementation.
• Lead strategic planning for the project, including formulation and periodic revision of the Annual Work Plan (AWP), budget planning, HR, and procurement. Develop detailed implementation plans in close coordination with UNDP Thailand s Programme, HR, and Procurement teams.
• Manage and coordinate overall project implementation to ensure relevance, high performance, and delivery of quality outputs within specified time and budget constraints, in line with UNDP procedures and Government standards.
• Provide direction, guidance, and direct supervision to project personnel. Review and ensure technical quality of outputs produced by the team and partners.
• Ensure integration of gender equality, inclusive participation, and stakeholder diversity including youth and vulnerable groups into the relevant project activities.
• Oversee all administrative and operational activities, including procurement, contracting, recruitment, and financial transactions in compliance with UNDP rules.
• Identify opportunities for synergy with other UNDP projects and external initiatives to expand TPLab s reach and impact.
• Promote the integration of digital tools, AI-assisted processes, and data analytics into TPLab s innovation workflows in coordination with relevant team members.
• Lead and manage a cross-functional team, fostering collaboration, professional development, and a culture of innovation.
• B. Develop Strategic Partnerships and Lead Stakeholder Engagement.
• Lead the identification and engagement of implementing and strategic partners, both conventional and non-traditional.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with national and subnational government agencies, academic institutions, private sector entities, NGOs, development partners, and citizen groups.
• Contribute to the design of communications and visibility strategies to support positioning and engagement.
• Liaise between UNDP, TPLab, and its partners to facilitate collaboration, provide technical guidance, and co-develop opportunities for engagement.
• Support resource mobilization and outreach to attract new partners and ensure the sustainability and scale-up of TPLab s work.
• Develop a long-term sustainability strategy for the Thailand Policy Lab, including institutional integration within NESDC and potential scaling mechanisms.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and public events, promoting TPLab s services, achievements, and thought leadership.
• C. Oversee Project Performance Monitoring, Evaluation, and Risk Management.
• Provide leadership in developing baselines, indicators, and a detailed results framework for monitoring and evaluation.
• Ensure rigorous oversight of policy innovation pilots and processes, including planning, implementation, and evaluation aligned with UNDP s quality standards.
• Monitor project performance against targets, identify course corrections, and address deviations proactively.
• Lead the design and conduct of mid-term and annual reviews and ensure timely, quality delivery of donor and government reports.
• Manage project risks, including social and environmental risks, and escalate as needed to project governance mechanisms.
• Ensure the operational and financial closure of the project and institutional knowledge handover.
• D. Drive Knowledge, Capacity Building, and Advocacy for Policy Innovation.
• Identify capacity-building needs and coordinate the delivery of relevant training and workshops with experts and stakeholders.
• Ensure the systematic documentation and sharing of project lessons, methodologies, and success stories with internal and external audiences.
• Contribute knowledge networks, innovation platforms, and communities of practice relevant to policy innovation, public sector reform, and sustainable development.
• Develop and disseminate knowledge products that position TPLab as a national and regional leader in public policy innovation.
• Participate and promote TPLab in global and regional networks, thought leadership platforms, and innovation fora.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
• Competencies.
• Core Competencies.
• Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact.
• Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems.
• Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences.
• Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands.
• Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results.
• Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration.
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity.
• UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated site.
• Business Direction & Strategy.
• Strategic Thinking: Develop effective strategies and prioritised plans in line with UNDP s mission and objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, opportunities and potential risks; link the general vision to reality on the ground to create tangible targeted solutions; learn from a variety of sources to anticipate and effectively respond to both current and future trends; demonstrate foresight.
• System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.
• Business Management.
• Communication: Communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.
• Project Management: Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals.
• Business Development.
• Knowledge Facilitation: Ability to animate individuals and groups, internally and externally, and to design and facilitate activities, to share and exchange knowledge, information and ideas. Knowledge of tools and approaches to stimulate active participation, contribution, and exchange.
• Digital.
• Co-creation: Ability to design and facilitate a process that enables a diverse group of stakeholders to solve a common problem, develop a practice, or create knowledge together.
• Partnership management.
• Relationship Management: Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding.
• Required Skills and Experience.
• Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or related field is required, or.
• A first-level university degree (bachelor s degree) in the areas mentioned above in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Minimum 5 years (with master s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor s degree) of progressively responsible relevant experience at the national or international level in providing people management, advisory services, hands-on experience in design, leading, managing, implementation and evaluation of policy innovation projects.
• Knowledge and experience in relevant field of policy innovation.
• Experience in leadership and team management.
• Experience in partnership development and management.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge Management: Ability to capture, develop, share and effectively use information and knowledge.
• Excellent facilitation skills for multi-stakeholder workshops, policy innovation activity, policy hackathons, etc.
• Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section.
• Proven experience in working with governments or international organizations including private, public, academic and the civil sectors partners on policy or policy innovation.
• Experience in working, liaising, and collaborating with UN agencies, national governments, NGOs, civil society organizations, and public international organizations.
• Knowledge of capacity building theory and capacity building/assessment methodologies.
• Extensive People development skills and capacity building skills.
• Required Languages.
• Fluency in English and Thai is required.
• Equal opportunity.
• As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
• UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
• Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority.
• UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
• Right to select multiple candidates.
• UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
• Scam alert.
• UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.

Experience:

2 years required

Skills:

Finance, Research, English

Job type:

Full-time

• Provide technical inputs and conduct reviews and impact assessments of key BIOFIN outputs and processes, including multi-year workplans, Country Results Reports, indicator tracking tables, inception reports, Policy and Institutional Reviews, Biodiversity Expenditure Reviews, Financial Needs Assessments, Biodiversity Finance Plans, and the GLOBE Taxonomy for the public sector.
• B) Ensure Effective and Impactful Interventions of the Finance Solutions.
• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of complex finance solutions, from ideati ...
• Collaborate with government counterparts to identify, design, and implement context-specific finance solutions aligned with national priorities.
• Foster and maintain strategic partnerships with stakeholders across government, private sector, civil society, academia, and consultants.
• Contribute to the development and review of finance solution proposals, ensuring alignment with the BIOFIN Finance Solution Proposal template.
• Support the preparation of key project documents, including terms of reference, multi-year workplans, M&E frameworks, country results reports, indicator tracking tables, and final deliverables.
• Review and provide feedback on technical documents such as feasibility studies, concept notes, policy briefs, and advocacy strategies.
• Participate in field missions and stakeholder engagements to advance the implementation and scaling of finance solutions.
• Contribute to the development of tailored guidance materials, knowledge products, and resource mobilization proposals related to prioritized finance solutions.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to national consultants, connecting them to relevant expertise, tools, and platforms.
• Integrate gender equality and sustainable livelihoods considerations into the design and delivery of biodiversity finance solutions.
• Collaborate closely with relevant UNDP and UN initiatives to ensure effective integration, alignment, and synergy across programs.
• C) Facilitate Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement.
• Facilitate a community of practice among public and private finance actors to exchange lessons learned and improve approaches for financing NBSAPs and implementing the Biodiversity Finance Plan in Thailand.
• Strengthen the technical capacity of national stakeholders on prioritized finance solutions and support their integration into government training curricula and relevant institutional frameworks.
• Organize knowledge-sharing sessions with partners and stakeholders to promote the practical application of innovative finance solutions.
• Contribute to global, regional, and national technical workshops, webinars, conference calls, and online discussions, as requested by the global BIOFIN team.
• Actively contribute to resource mobilization efforts by identifying opportunities, supporting proposal development, and engaging with potential partners which could include, but not limited to, government, private sector, philanthropies, and others.
• D) Facilitate Knowledge Management and Learning.
• Document, analyze, and share best practices and lessons learned from the implementation of prioritized finance solutions through both virtual and in-person platforms.
• Contribute to the development of case studies and knowledge products that capture key insights and outcomes from the BIOFIN implementation process.
• Support the ongoing refinement of BIOFIN methodologies, tools, and guidance materials tailored for Thailand s context.
• Provide high-quality inputs for national progress reports, ensuring timely delivery, and contribute to other knowledge outputs such as concept notes, case studies, communications, and learning materials developed by the BIOFIN Team.
• Actively support the dissemination of the project s results and achievements to wider audience in close partnership with UNDP Communications Team.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
• Competencies.
• Core Competencies.
• Achieve Results: Level 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.
• Think Innovatively: Level 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements.
• Learn Continuously: Level 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.
• Adapt with Agility: Level 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible.
• Act with Determination: Level 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident.
• Engage and Partner: Level 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships.
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion: Level 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination.
• Business Direction & Strategy.
• System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.
• Business Development.
• Knowledge Generation: Ability to research information and to turn it into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need. Ability to apply existing concepts to new situations, and to develop new concepts to generate workable solutions and new approaches. Knowledge of relevant concepts, conceptual models, and theories that can be useful in addressing new situations.
• Knowledge Facilitation: Ability to animate individuals and groups, internally and externally, and to design and facilitate activities, to share and exchange knowledge, information and ideas. Knowledge of tools and approaches to stimulate active participation, contribution, and exchange.
• Business Management.
• Partnerships Management: Build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies.
• 2030 Agenda: Planet.
• Nature: Ecosystems and Biodiversity Programme: Nature-positive economy and Biodiversity Finance.
• Nature: Ecosystems and Biodiversity Programme: Biodiversity Mainstreaming.
• Partnership Management.
• Emerging partnerships: Ability to engage with emerging partners, develop and manage a strategy and develop approaches to developing and managing these new strategic partnerships.
• Required Skills and Experience.
• Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Political Science, Environmental Science, or any other related fields on Environment and Finance is required. OR.
• A first-level university degree (bachelor s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Minimum 2 years (with master s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor s degree) of relevant experience in the areas of public or private sector finance, sustainable development/biodiversity finance, resource mobilization, biodiversity conservation, natural resource management, or a related field;.
• Prior experience in designing or implementing sustainable finance mechanisms or projects;.
• Experience in working with governments and/or private sector on sustainable finance;.
• Prior experience in the development of knowledge materials would be an advantage;.
• Experience with UNDP policies, procedures, and practices particularly to project development and implementation and/or working experience in an international organization/UN Agencies is an advantage;.
• Previous experience in the private sector and local governments is an advantage;.
• A specialization in sustainable finance and development, or other closely related field, is an advantage;.
• Required Languages.
• Fluency in English and Thai is required.
• Equal opportunity.
• As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
• UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
• Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority.
• UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
• Right to select multiple candidates.
• UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
• Scam alert.
• UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.

Experience:

5 years required

Skills:

Procurement, Finance, Research

Job type:

Full-time

• Lead strategic planning for the project, including formulation and periodic revision of the Annual Work Plan (AWP), budget planning, HR, and procurement. Develop detailed implementation plans in close coordination with UNDP Thailand s Programme, HR, and Procurement teams.
• Manage and coordinate overall project implementation to ensure relevance, high performance, and delivery of quality outputs within specified time and budget constraints, in line with UNDP procedures and Government standards.
• Provide direction, guidance, and direct supervision to project personnel. Review and ensure technical quality of outputs produced by the team, consultants and relevant partners.
• Organise project workshops in a consultative manner, engaging a diverse range of biodiversity finance stakeholders, including government, private sector, NGOs, academia, local communities, and youth group.
• Ensure timely and thorough consultation and reporting of project updates including status of implementation of finance solution and financial utilization with the National Steering Committee with accompanying agenda and documentation.
• Proactively identify and communicate risks in implementation to the global BIOFIN and the UNDP Country Office.
• Facilitate monthly meetings among the national team and regular calls with the Senior Advisor from the global BIOFIN Team, ensuring participation of BIOFIN Core Team in regional technical calls.
• Collaborate closely with relevant UNDP and UN initiatives to ensure effective integration, alignment, and synergy across programs.
• Actively contribute to resource mobilization efforts by identifying opportunities, supporting proposal development, and engaging with potential partners which could include, but not limited to, government, private sector, philanthropies, and others.
• Capacity building and institutional strengthening.
• Engage with key policy processes to integrate and mainstream BIOFIN policy recommendations.
• Lead the development of the structure, functions, organizational linkages, and constitution of the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) and the Biodiversity Finance Plan for Thailand.
• Assist in preparing templates for work plans, monitoring and evaluation systems, and partnership arrangements with national agencies and private sector.
• Supervise the implementation of sub-projects outlined in the Biodiversity Finance Plan endorsed by the Royal Thai Government.
• Co-organize meetings with the Global BIOFIN team to identify programs and activities within the NBSAP and BFP suitable for Official Development Assistance (ODA) funding.
• Technical support in the design and implementation of finance solutions.
• Conduct technical research and / or policy research related to the design and implementation of finance solutions including review of existing literature and policy frameworks to support the design of finance solutions.
• Convene technical meetings with partners including government agencies, private sector and academe to assess feasibility of finance solutions.
• Liaise with global team and other UNDP initiatives on improving implementation of finance.
• Reporting, Communication, and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E).
• Monitor project performance against targets, identify course corrections, and address deviations proactively.
• Lead in project reporting, drafting monthly and quarterly reports for submission to the Global BIOFIN team and donors.
• Develop comprehensive reports for all technical workshops.
• Create briefing notes, case studies, press releases, web articles, and other media products as required.
• Assist with research and contribute to writing and editing sections of technical reports.
• Review all national-level deliverables to ensure quality and alignment with the BIOFIN methodology.
• Participate in cross-country knowledge exchange and global forums highlighting the learnings in designing and implementing finance solutions.
• Advocate for BIOFIN recommendations at all levels.
• Facilitate Knowledge Management and Communication.
• Document programme/project stories, lessons learned, and best practices in programme/project development, implementation, and oversight.
• Access BIOFIN and other global and regional knowledge, distill best practices and facilitate their dissemination and incorporation within BIOFIN Programme and projects, UNDP CO, and to counterparts and partners;.
• Support capacity building and networking with other BIOFIN countries at the regional and global level, and to facilitate knowledge exchange, and promote uptake through Knowledge platforms such as webinars, thematic workshops, Knowledge fairs etc.
• Support the technical advisor, together with other national program managers in the region, in mentoring new BIOFIN countries through peer-to-peer learning exchanges including periodic calls and in-country missions.
• Actively support the dissemination of the project s results and achievements to wider audience in close partnership with UNDP Communications Team.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
• Competencies.
• Core Competencies.
• Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact.
• Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems.
• Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences.
• Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands.
• Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results.
• Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration.
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity.
• Business Management.
• Communication: Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
• Project Management: Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals.
• Business Direction & Strategy.
• Systems Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.
• Partnership Management.
• Strategic engagement: Ability to capture and sustain attention, interest and agreement of high-level, influential policy and decision makers and secure their buy-in of high-level vision and objectives.
• Emerging partnerships: Ability to engage with emerging partners, develop and manage a strategy and develop approaches to developing and managing these new strategic partnerships.
• 2030 Agenda: Planet.
• Nature: Ecosystems and biodiversity: Biodiversity Finance, Environmental Governance: Multilateral Environmental Agreements (e.g. CBD and UNCCD), Environment: Environmental economics, including macro and micro tools and policies. Ecosystems and Biodiversity Programme: Nature-positive economy and Biodiversity Finance.
• Required Skills and Experience.
• Advanced university degree (master s degree or equivalent) in Environmental or Natural Resource Management, Economics, Business Administration, Political Science or a related field on Environment and Finance is required. or.
• A first-level university degree (bachelor s degree) in the above fields in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Minimum 5 years (with master s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor s degree) of relevant professional experience in managing environment / natural resource management projects / initiatives and implementing sustainable finance project in Thailand.
• Prior experience in designing or implementing sustainable finance mechanisms or projects.
• Experience in working with governments and/or private sector on sustainable finance.
• Experience in working collaboratively with other members in the organization.
• Experience in sustainable finance and development or other closely related field.
• Experience with UNDP policies, procedures, and practices particularly to project development and implementation and/or working experience in an international organization/UN Agencies.
• Previous experience in the private sector and local government.
• Fluency in English and Thai is required.
• Equal opportunity.
• As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
• UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
• Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority.
• UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
• Right to select multiple candidates.
• UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
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Skills:

Safety Management, English, Arabic

Job type:

Full-time

• Follow up, foster and initiate actions aimed at achieving efficient and effective implementation by States of the SARPs and Procedures, Regional Plan with particular emphasis on AGA subject.
• Provide technical and secretarial support for the efficient functioning of the APANPIRG and its subsidiary bodies.
• Provide guidance to States regarding the regional planning as well as provision of technical and secretarial support to formulate and process proposals for amendments t ...
• Provide assistance to States in the development of Aerodrome Operational Plans, in accordance with regional plan.
• Identify, monitor and undertake follow-up actions on air navigation deficiencies in the Aerodrome Operations and Planning (AOP) field and foster their resolution in a coordinated manner.
• Provide technical assistance to States with the objective of improving safety of aerodrome operations through effective implementation of the aerodrome certification and safety management requirements and resolving identified deficiencies in AGA under Universal Safety Oversight Programme (USOAP) continuous Monitoring Approach (CMA) activities, achieving the performance objectives and enhancing their safety oversight capabilities.
• Monitor national and regional developments in AGA and related matters and propose ICAO actions through appropriate channels.
• Keep abreast of current civil aviation developments, including relevant activities of Airports Council International (ACI), Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO), International Federation of Air Line Pilots Associations (IFALPA), International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers' Associations (IFATCA), International Air Transport Association (IATA), World Birdstrike Association (WBA) and other international organizations including International Financial Institutions such as World Bank, Asian Development Bank and individual States.
• Prepare analyses on technical/operational aspects of AGA-related subjects and associated reports, briefs, correspondence.
• Coordinate regional programmes and planning documents with HQ activities.
• Identify technical cooperation opportunities and promote AGA-related technical cooperation projects.
• Ensure coordinated processes between AGA and other air navigation fields within the Secretariat so as to minimize duplication, enable seamlessness in planning and ensure efficiency.
• Analyse States needs/problems and initiate/propose solutions.
• Organize, facilitate and support seminars and/or workshops aimed at developing capacity or addressing specific challenges.
• Prepare working papers, reports, briefs, and correspondence on technical/operational aspects of AGA.
• Conduct, participate and/or serve as secretary/technical adviser at ICAO meetings, seminars and workshops related to AGA and other meetings assigned by the Regional Director.
• Facilitate inter-State coordination in order to achieve measurable progress in the AGA fields and to create/improve harmonized operational environments.
• Represent ICAO at meetings of international organizations and provide consistent explanations of SARPs and global viewpoints.
• Assess the status of implementation of AGA-related SARPs, Procedures, Regional Air Navigation Plan and provide assistance for the implementation of corrective actions to eliminate identified deficiencies in the AGA fields and enhance the safety oversight capabilities of Asia and Pacific States.
• Provide assistance to States for the collection and processing of relevant data necessary for performance monitoring of the air navigation systems.
• In coordination with ICAO HQ, support the objectives of the USOAP-CMA, as AGA Team Member for USOAP CMA activities and review Corrective Action Plan (CAP) submitted by Asia/Pacific States.
• Support Global Aviation Training (GAT) in developing and delivering training related to the AGA area.
• Conduct CAT missions, technical assistance missions and capacity building activities to assist the States with USOAP related matters.
• Work with the Regional Officers to design, develop, and implement assistance activities aimed at strengthening the capabilities of States. This includes assessing specific needs, formulating tailored training programs, and ensuring effective deployment to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.
• Function 6 (incl. Expected results).
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
• EssentialAn advanced-level university degree (Master s degree or academic equivalent) in civil/electrical/aeronautical/other engineering discipline, air navigation, aviation safety, or related field, is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in civil/electrical/aeronautical/other engineering discipline, air navigation, aviation safety, or related field, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• DesirableDiploma/certificate in aerodrome engineering/management/operations or related field.
• Professional experience
• EssentialA minimum of seven (7) years experience as an Aerodrome Inspector in a Civil Aviation Authority or in the aviation related fields of airport planning, design, construction, maintenance, operation and safety management in an airport administration authority or international organization.
• Experience participating in and providing service to international meetings.
• Experience in dealing with sensitive and confidential matters in a prompt and discrete manner.
• Experience in the planning, coordination and management of civil aviation programmes.
• DesirableExperience in negotiating with government authorities.
• Experience working in a multi-national and multi-cultural environment.
• Completed USOAP CMA Computer Based Training in AGA area.
• Contributed to USOAP CMA activities as AGA auditor or participated in USOAP CMA activities as State s AGA counterpart.
• Languages
• EssentialFluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English.
• DesirableA working knowledge of any other language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish).
• COMPETENCIESProfessionalism: Thorough knowledge of ICAO functions, organization, international activities and technical publications related to aerodromes. Sound knowledge of the ICAO work towards the implementation of ICAO Global Aviation Safety Plan, Global Air Navigation Plan, Policies, SARPs and Procedures related to global and regional air navigation systems particularly in aerodrome operations and planning field. Thorough understanding of ICAO Annexes 14 and 19, Procedures for Air Navigation Services - Aerodromes (Doc 9981), Safety Management Manual (Doc 9859), Aerodrome Design Manual (Doc 9157), Airport Service Manual (Doc 9137), Manual on Certification of Aerodromes (Doc 9774) and other relevant guidance materials and manual relating to aerodromes and ground aids. Familiarity with activities concerning aerodrome-related research and developments in progress in ICAO Asia Pacific Region. Good knowledge of civil aviation issues in the Asia Pacific region, and familiarity with the work of other related international organizations. Sound knowledge and skill in computer s application. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Judgment / Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
• CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTIt should be noted that this post is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of 3 years (first year is probationary for an external candidate).
• ICAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Secretary General and may be assigned to any activities or offices of the Organization, in accordance with the provisions of the ICAO service code. ICAO staff members are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants. In this connection, ICAO has incorporated the 2013 Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service into the ICAO Personnel Instructions.
• ICAO offers an attractive benefit package to its employees in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC). The statutory retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered.
• Remuneration: Level Net Base Salary + Post Adjustment(net) P-4 per annum per annum(*)
• USD $ 84,672 USD $ 29,465.86 (*) Post Adjustment is subject to change.
• HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit: ICAO Careers website.
• NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ICAO does NOT charge any fees or request money from candidates at any stage of the selection process, nor does it concern itself with bank account details of applicants. Requests of this nature allegedly made on behalf of ICAO are fraudulent and should be disregarded.