Project Management Support - Senior Analyst

In Latin America and the Caribbean, UNOPS operates across 23 countries, delivering high-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. UNOPS focuses on building and improving resilient infrastructure—including roads, bridges, public facilities, sanitation systems, and housing—to enhance quality of life and foster inclusive growth. UNOPS also supports public health by procuring essential medicines and medical equipment, ensuring broader access to healthcare services. By strengthening institutional capacities, UNOPS promotes transparent, efficient, and equitable public management. As a trusted partner to governments and development stakeholders, UNOPS aligns its interventions with national priorities, helping countries advance the Sustainable Development Goals through practical, results-driven support.

Based in Brazil, the UNOPS Southern Cone Multi-Country Office (SCMCO) also oversees operations in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, supporting national priorities and development goals across the subregion. In Argentina, UNOPS strengthens public institutions by providing technical assistance in planning, procurement, and oversight of infrastructure projects—particularly in public buildings—and building capacity in public procurement, with a focus on technological innovation. In Brazil, where UNOPS has operated since 2012, the office collaborates with UN agencies, financial institutions, and government bodies at all levels to deliver services in health, education, urbanization, social rehabilitation, PPPs, and institutional strengthening. UNOPS has played a key role in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and currently manages 17 active projects across the country. Its work emphasizes transparency, operational efficiency, and results-driven management while aligning with the strategic and operational needs of its partners. Across the Southern Cone, UNOPS promotes sustainable development by enhancing national capabilities and supporting the delivery of high-impact, inclusive infrastructure.

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The purpose of this publication is to recruit a Project Management Support - Senior Analyst (Senior Specialist - Infrastructure Project Management), for the international technical cooperation agreement between UNOPS and the Municipal Secretariat of Urban Policy of Belo Horizonte for the “Sustainable Urbanization of the Izidora Region in Belo Horizonte”.

The project aims to coordinate sustainable urbanization work for the Izidora region, with replicability in other settlements with socio-environmental fragility, including issues related to housing, urbanization infrastructure, environment, sanitation, and public spaces.

Candidates who qualify in this process but are not hired for the aforementioned projects may be considered for similar positions in future UNOPS infrastructure-related projects.

The Project Management Support - Senior Analyst (Senior Specialist - Infrastructure Project Management) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the project and provides services to various donors, partners, and beneficiaries. They must meet and exceed the organization's performance and delivery targets and deliver the products defined in the Project. It is required that, from the signing of the contract, the work be performed in person in Belo Horizonte during business hours.

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O objetivo desta publicação é contratar um/uma Project Management Support - Senior Analyst (Especialista sênior - Gestão de projetos de infraestrutura) para o Acordo de cooperação técnica internacional entre o UNOPS e a Secretaria Municipal de Política Urbana de Belo Horizonte para a “Urbanização Sustentável da Região da Izidora em Belo Horizonte”. 

O objetivo do projeto é coordenar trabalho de urbanização para região Izidora de forma sustentável com replicabilidade em outros assentamentos com fragilidade socioambiental, incluindo questões relacionadas à moradia, infraestrutura de urbanização, meio ambiente, saneamento e espaços públicos. 

Eventualmente, candidatos/as que se qualifiquem neste processo, mas não sejam contratados/as para os projetos acima mencionados, poderão ser considerados para postos similares em futuros projetos do UNOPS relacionados a infraestrutura. 

O/A Project Management Support - Senior Analyst (Especialista sênior - Gestão de projetos de infraestrutura) é responsável pelo dia-a-dia do projeto e fornece serviços aos diferentes doadores, parceiros e beneficiários. Ele/ela deve atender e superar as metas de desempenho e entrega da organização e apresentar os produtos definidos no Projeto. É exigido que a partir da assinatura do contrato, o trabalho seja realizado presencialmente em Belo Horizonte durante horário comercial. 

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The Project Management Support - Senior Analyst (Senior Specialist - Infrastructure Project Management) will be responsible for technically coordinating ongoing urbanization, infrastructure, and building (housing and facilities) projects as needed. They will provide technical expertise and work under the direct supervision of the Project Manager. Their main responsibilities will be:

1. Project Implementation

• Preparation and maintenance of project files, including internal and external project reports.
• Managing information flows and overseeing exchange controls, risk records, and request management through the establishment of document control procedures.
• Managing the delivery of signed work packages and/or cross-sectional project areas and assuming responsibility for their progress.
• Coordination and liaison with the Project Manager regarding implementation progress.
• Advising the Project Manager on any deviations from the plan and updating plans.
• Working with the Project Manager to identify and manage risks.
• Participate in personnel selection processes and regular team and coordination meetings.

2. Financial and Procurement Management

• Monitor the project budget and financial expenditures, and all administrative procedures in line with the work plan.
• Support the Project Manager by monitoring budgets, cash flow, and reporting on expense obligations to ensure the delivery of project products or commitments.
• Alert the Project Manager to any financial deficits and overspending.
• Propose budget revisions and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate communications with suppliers, meetings, and reports as needed.

3. Project Monitoring and Reporting

• Assist the Project Manager in preparing project reports and documents.
• Ensure quality in project records and other supporting documents.
• Manage the compilation, consolidation, and analysis of relevant project data.
• Support the Project Manager in preparing project completion reports and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

4. Stakeholder Coordination, Liaison, and Management

• Support the coordination and management of internal and external communications (with the associate, other stakeholders).
• Participate in meetings with the associate, other project stakeholders, UN agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders as needed.

5. Knowledge Management and Innovation

• Support the compilation of lessons learned according to the defined report format.
• Ensure that local capacities are built at all levels and opportunities to support the project.
• To contribute to the dissemination and exchange of best practices and lessons learned for planning and knowledge creation.
• To contribute to expertise in tools and techniques.

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O/A Project Management Support - Senior Analyst (Especialista sênior - Gestão de projetos de infraestrutura) será responsável por coordenar tecnicamente os projetos de urbanização, infraestrutura e de edificações (habitação e equipamentos) em andamento, conforme necessário. Deverá fornecer conhecimentos técnicos e trabalhar sob a supervisão direta do Gerente de Projeto. Suas principais responsabilidades serão:

1. Implementação de projetos

• Preparação e manutenção de arquivos de projeto, incluindo informes de projetos internos e externos.

• Administrar fluxos de informação e supervisionar controles de câmbio, registros de risco e gestão de solicitações mediante o estabelecimento de procedimentos de controle de documentos.

• Gerir a entrega dos pacotes de trabalho e/ou áreas transversais de projeto assinados e assumir a responsabilidade de seu progresso.

• Coordenação e ligação com o/a Gerente de Projeto sobre os avanços da implementação.

• Assessorar ao/à Gerente de Projeto de qualquer desvio do planejamento, e atualização de planos.

• Trabalhar com o/a Gerente de projeto para identificar e gerenciar os riscos.

• Participar nos processos de seleção de pessoal e nas reuniões regulares de equipe e coordenação

2. Gestão financeira e de aquisições

• Monitorar o orçamento do projeto e gastos financeiros e todos os procedimentos administrativos em linha com o plano de trabalho.

• Apoiar ao/à Gerente de projeto mediante o monitoramento de orçamentos, fluxo de caixa e informar sobre as obrigações de despesa para assegurar o cumprimento de entrega de produtos ou compromissos do projeto.

• Alertar ao/à Gerente de Projeto sobre qualquer déficit financeiro e excesso de gastos.

• Propor a revisão orçamentária e iniciar ações corretivas quando for necessário.

• Coordenar comunicações aos provedores, reuniões e informes conforme seja necessário.

3. Seguimento e reporte de projetos

• Assistir ao/à Gerente de projeto na preparação de informes de projetos e documentos.

• Assegurar qualidade nos registros de projeto e outros documentos de suporte.

• Administrar a recompilação, consolidação e análise dos dados relevantes do projeto.

• Apoiar ao/à Gerente de projeto na preparação de informes de término de projeto e garantir o cumprimento das obrigações contratuais.

4. Coordenação, ligação e gestão de partes interessadas

• Apoiar a coordenação e gestão das comunicações internas e externas (com o associado, outros interessados/as).

• Participar em reuniões com o associado, outros stakeholders do projeto, agências da ONU, ONGs e outras partes interessadas, conforme seja necessário.

5. Gestão do conhecimento e inovação

• Apoiar a compilação de lições aprendidas segundo o formato de informe defi nido.

• Assegurar-se de que as capacidades locais se criam em todos os níveis e oportunidades para o apoio do projeto.

• Contribuir para a difusão e para o intercâmbio de melhores práticas e lições aprendidas para o planejamento e a criação de conhecimento.

• Contribuir para a experiência em ferramentas e técnicas.

Controle de Progresso

Os seguintes produtos devem ser entregues pelo contratado e verificados pela equipe do Projeto a respeito de sua adequação técnica:

• Relatórios de progresso das atividades desenvolvidas;

• Relatórios sobre o desenvolvimento de metodologia de acompanhamento de elaboração de projetos e respectivas oficinas de treinamento sobre o tema.

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Required Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Architecture is required. Registration with the professional council is also necessary.

Desirable:

• A master's degree (academic, professional, or specialization) in Architecture, Urban Planning, or another relevant field will be considered an advantage.

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Formação obrigatória

• É necessário ter bacharelado em Arquitetura. Registro no conselho de classe da profissão.

Desejável:

• Mestrado (acadêmico, profissional ou especialização) em Arquitetura, Urbanismo ou outra área relevante será considerado um diferencial.

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Required Experience

• At least 7 years of experience supporting the development and management of Urbanization projects with a focus on monitoring, reporting, development, and coordination.
• Development of large-scale Urban Projects and/or land subdivision projects (portfolio required)
• Planning, design, and/or construction in informal settlements
• Development of projects for collective use buildings and/or housing complexes

Desirable

• Work experience in multicultural environments or in United Nations system organizations in developing countries is desirable.
• Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desirable.
• Experience in public administration, in bodies related to housing policy is desirable.
• Knowledge of Environmental Licensing for Land Subdivisions is desirable.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting the development and management of projects in areas of social interest, with a focus on monitoring, reporting, development, and coordination is desirable.
• Experience with sustainable projects or with green technologies and nature-based solutions is desirable.

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Experiência obrigatória

• Pelo menos 4 anos de experiência no apoio ao desenvolvimento e gestão de projetos de Urbanização com foco em monitoramento, relatórios, desenvolvimento e coordenação.

• Desenvolvimento de Projeto Urbano em escala e/ou projetos de parcelamento do solo (exigido portfólio) 

• Planejamento, projeto e/ou obra em assentamento precário

• Desenvolvimento de Projeto de edificações de uso coletivo e/ou de conjunto habitacional

Desejável

• Experiência de trabalho em ambientes multiculturais ou em organizações do sistema das Nações Unidas em países em desenvolvimento é desejável.

• Experiência em contextos de desenvolvimento ou humanitários é desejável.

• Experiência na administração pública, em órgãos afins a política habitacional é desejável

• Conhecimento em Licenciamento Ambiental de Parcelamentos é desejável

• Ao menos 2 anos de experiência no apoio ao desenvolvimento e gestão de projetos de área de Interesse social, com foco em monitoramento, relatórios, desenvolvimento e coordenação é desejável

• Experiência com projetos sustentáveis ou com tecnologias verdes e soluções baseadas na natureza é desejável

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. 
• Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments. 
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 
• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience requirements outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to considering all candidates in a fair and transparent manner, and we value diverse perspectives and experiences, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here. 
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• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda. 
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.