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PPP Specialist (Retainer), Multiple positions

Home Based - May require travel

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Home Based - May require travel
  • Grade: Junior level - IICA-1, International Individual Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Partnerships
    • Documentation and Information Management
    • Public, Private Partnership
  • Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - Job-specific

In Latin America and the Caribbean, UNOPS adapts its approach to local context, providing a broad range of strategic solutions to improve member countries efforts in achieving the priorities of the Agenda 2030. Beyond its regular activities, it works in order to preserve and value the wealth of natural, cultural and human resources and to reduce gaps as inequality.

UNOPS has been recently offering PPP Advisory Services in order to strengthen public sector capabilities in the development of Public Private Partnership (PPP) initiatives.

Through its PPP portfolio, UNOPS is developing advisory services in infrastructure finance with private sector funding and operations. This includes public-private partnerships, concessions, management contracts, loans and other partnerships to support the national and local governments to address the challenge on how to prioritize and finance the infrastructure investment needed. 

Therefore, UNOPS is now recruiting PPP Specialists with relevant experience in the development PPP projects.

Functional Responsibilities

The Private Public Partnerships Specialist at this level would be a main contributor of the PPP specialist team for one or more UNOPS PPP project(s).
This position is home-based and depending on the projects portfolio development in LCR the selected candidate will be required to travel at least 1/3 of his/her service time and may have responsibilities in multiple countries.

This position will initially work in projects in Central America, Mexico or Argentina, and depending on PPP portfolio development may also work on other countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. 

This is a homebased positon and ideally the PPP Specialist should be located in any country in Central America, Mexico or Argentina.

The PPP Specialist will be part of the PPP team and based on project requirements and individual background and profile s/he will work in one or more areas described below:

 a) Business development in PPP´s advisory services or in sustainable infraestructure finance  b) Project Management
c) PPP Financial modelling
 d) Coordination of PPP Legal and technical framework modelling

To obtain detailed information on position funcitons, please review attached Terms of Reference.

Competencies


Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education

  • A third level education degree (master’s degree or equivalent) is required. Preferably in the fields of Finance, Economics, Business Administration (MBA), Infrastructure or related areas;
  • A second level education degree (bachelor´s degree or equivalent) plus additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master´s degree;
  • Formal certifications in financial modeling applied to Infrastructure, project finance or in PPPs is an advantage.

Experience

A minimum of two years (or more depending on academic credentials) of relevant experience in the field of public private partnerships.
Relevant experience in one or more of the following areas :

  1. Financial modeling, project finance or valuation modalities in the infrastructure sector; or
  2. Experience in business development of PPP advisory services, or
  3. Experience in sector-specific business models for PPP projects (e.g.: water, power generation, health, education, etc.); or
  4. Public Private Partnerships project management

Languages

  • Fluency in any of the following languages: Portuguese or Spanish
  • Fluency in English is required.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: International Individual Contractor (Retainer)
Contract level: IICA-1
Contract duration: 12 months (possible extensions based on good performance and budget availability)

Two (2) positions available
1-Mexico and Central America
2- Argentina

UNOPS is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage female candidates to apply

Retainer Contract: this type contract establishes an estimated number of days for the contract duration. The supervisor will contact the consultant to work only on necessary days and will be paid for the days worked.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx 

Background Information - UNOPS

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is the central resource for the United Nations system in procurement and contract management, as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development. It focuses its action on the areas of its mandate established by the General Assembly and its Executive Council, while collaborating with other United Nations agencies, funds and programs on joint projects.

UNOPS supports local and national governments to maximize the efficiency of public investment, promote transparency, fight corruption and adapt to each country the best practices available worldwide in order to strengthen national capacities in the areas of procurement, public infrastructure and project management.

With over 8,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it.  By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.
Additional information
Terms of Reference PPP Specialist FINAL.pdf (190 KB) 

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