Project Coordination Officer

• Reports to: Project Manager
• Project reference: 00122350
• Budgeted Level: SC9

• Support the development of the annual workplans, as well as quarterly workplans, and corresponding budget plans contributing to the achievement of targeted outputs specified in the project document
• Monitor project progress against work plans and budget plans and prepare project progress reports (quarterly, annual, risk log, and substantive) to UNDP
• Prepare terms of reference for required inputs (individual and institutional consultancy services, procurement of goods, organization of training, seminars, etc.) with expert technical support as required
• Coordinate closely with relevant parties to ensure that the procurement of services for project implementation is processed in timely and transparent manner
• Undertake and coordinate, as applicable, all operational aspects for the successful organization of project activities in an efficient and effective manner
• Ensures timely communication and visibility of project activities and outputs 
• Coordinate with resource persons and project stakeholders to ensure their timely inputs to project activities 
• Coordinate with the Regional Programme and other CO related outputs on different aspects of project implementation 
• Gather and disseminate all related information from different channels and sources to relevant parties 
• Fulfill any other related task as requested and guided by the Project Manager

• Knowledge of Lebanese political, social, and economic contexts, as well as current challenges
• Knowledge of anti-corruption concepts, standards and practices, including the UN Convention against Corruption, as well as the related institutional and legislative landscape in Lebanon
• Strong ability to draft, edit, and produce results-focused reports meeting UNDP standard
• Displays cultural, gender, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills, as well as teamwork
• Excellent organizational, planning, and analytical skills
• Proven versatility and ability to adapt to complex, volatile and demanding working environment.
• Dedication to the principles of UNDP, especially of its mission, vision, values, and working in a culture of neutrality
• Fluent in the use of computers, MS Office (namely, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and online research facilities

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in business administration, political and social sciences or any other related field.

• At least 6 years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 4 years with a Master’s degree. 
• Proven experience in the area of anti-corruption, and more broadly governance. 
• Experience with UN agencies, and/or Lebanese public administration is required. 
• Solid experience in project coordination 
• Proven experience in working with a wide range of partners (public institutions, private sector, donors, civil society)

• Fluency in written and oral Arabic and English. Knowledge of French is an asset. 

• Lebanese

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