Job Opportunity for National Programme Manager at UNDP in New Delhi, India

**Job Title:** National Programme Manager

**Job Location:** New Delhi, India

**About UNDP:** The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN’s global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.  UNDP’s work in India focuses on sustainable development, aiming to improve the lives of people through various initiatives.  The current Country Programme Document (2023-2027) prioritizes sustainable and inclusive growth, particularly benefiting youth and women.

**Job Description:**

The National Programme Manager will play a crucial role in the Sustainable and Inclusive Growth portfolio, focusing on enhancing economic opportunities and social protection to reduce inequality, particularly for marginalized communities.  This involves managing and implementing various projects across thematic areas such as skills development, women’s entrepreneurship, youth innovation, and social protection.  The role requires close collaboration with government agencies, the private sector, and other partners.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Effective project management across the portfolio, ensuring alignment with UNDP policies and donor requirements.

* Implementation oversight, financial management, and result monitoring using Result Based Management (RBM) tools.

* Stakeholder engagement and relationship building with government, private sector, and other partners.

* Project supervision, including goal setting, performance reviews, and participation in recruitment.

* Research and analysis to inform project development and resource mobilization strategies.

* Proposal writing and development of concept notes to secure funding from various sources.

* Collaboration with donor agencies and UNDP’s Bangkok Regional Hub (BRH).

* Team supervision, guidance, and capacity building.

* Knowledge management, reporting, and communication of best practices.

* Representation of UNDP in relevant meetings and fora.

**Required Qualifications:**

* **Education:** Master’s degree in Public Administration, Economics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field; OR a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 7 years of relevant experience.

* **Experience:** Minimum 5 years (post-Master’s) or 7 years (post-Bachelor’s) of relevant experience in programme/project management within international development organizations, bilateral agencies, or international NGOs.  Experience working with UNDP or another UN agency is highly desirable.

* **Skills:** Proven programme management expertise across the project cycle; excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills; strong interpersonal skills; experience working in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams; resource mobilization skills; proficiency in Result Based Management (RBM); demonstrated ethical conduct and integrity; team leadership and mentoring skills.

* **Languages:** Fluency in English and Hindi is essential.

**Contract Duration:** 1 year, with the possibility of extension.

**Grade:** NPSA-10