Tiered Approach

In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:

  • Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
  • Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
  • Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
  • Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates

Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.

Background

The South-East and Northwest states of Nigeria is actively pursuing sustainable development and economic growth through strategic partnerships and programmes aligned with both federal initiatives and regional development frameworks. To ensure that this drive thrives and is achievable, the federal government of Nigeria established regional development commissions for the South-East and Northwest as federal bodies to facilitate the socio-economic development of the regions name; South-East Developoemnt Commission (SEDC) and North-West development Commission (NWDC). The federal government of Nigeria took this decision to respond to the agitations of the citizens in the southeast escalated by perceptions centered on demographic pressure, relative deprivation of political power and its derivatives which degenerated into conflicts by armed secessionist groups. While the security challenges posed by this is at par with the complex blend of communal conflicts, farmer-herder conflict, armed banditry and organized crime in the Northwest region, amplified by perceptions of economic exclusion and climate-induced risks, the federal government continues to seek ways to address these challenges. As such, close collaboration between United Nations Development Programes (UNDP), Anambra State, SEDC and NWDC is vital for harmonized planning, implementation, and monitoring of development initiatives. This initiative will be driven by offers developed by United Nations development Programme to assist states be resilient through the Integrated Smart States Programme (ISSP). Hence, UNDP is creating the position of a Programme Analyst that will play a central role in coordinating, analyzing, and advising on programme activities, ensuring alignment with the strategic priorities the federal government, the above-mentioned regional commissions and Anambra State Government.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Conflict & Political Economy Specialist, the Programme Analyst will serve as a technical and strategic liaison between United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), SEDC, NWDC, Anambra State and the federal government. The role involves identifying development opportunities, tracking project implementation, coordinating stakeholders, and providing analytical support to ensure the effective design, execution, and monitoring of development programmes in the region and by extension Anambra State. The Analyst will be responsible for the following specific functions and tasks:

Ensure Programme Coordination and Liaison: 

  • Serve as the principal liaison between UNDP, Anambra State Government and the SEDC.
  • Facilitate regular communication and alignment of development priorities between both entities.
  • Coordinate the planning, execution, and monitoring of joint development programmes and initiatives
  • Coordinate partnerships between South-East region and other regions including the Northwest.

Provision of Policy and Technical Analysis:

  • Conduct research and policy analysis on regional development trends, sectoral performance, and investment opportunities.
  • Prepare briefs, reports, and strategic inputs to inform decision-making.
  • Support the development of state-specific frameworks that align with regional development goals and national development priorities.

Ensure Stakeholder Engagement

  • Engage with ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), civil society, private sector actors, and development partners.
  • Organize and facilitate stakeholder engagements and joint review missions.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

  • Identify bottlenecks in project delivery and propose actionable solutions.
  • Support the establishment and use of M&E frameworks for state-aligned development programmes.
  • Track project milestones and performance indicators.

Facilitate Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing

  • Provide technical support and capacity building for state-level programme staff and local government officials.
  • Document and disseminate lessons learned and best practices from ongoing development interventions.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Institutional Arrangement

The Programme Analyst would be reporting to the Conflict & Political Economy Specialist.

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  

  • Cross Functional Competencies

Business Management - Results-based Management: 

  • Ability to manage the implementation of strategies, programmes, and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results. 
  • Knowledge and understanding of relevant theories, concepts methodologies, instruments, and tools.

Business Management - Project Management: Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals.

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.

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 Direction & Strategy - Effective Decision Making: Take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one's authority, area of expertise and resources and take into consideration potential wider implications.

Business Direction & Strategy - Negotiation and Influence: Reach a common understanding/agreement, persuade others, resolve points of difference through a dialogue, negotiate mutually acceptable solutions and create ‘win-win’ situations.

Business Development - Integration within the UN: 

  • Ability to identity, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and engage in joint work. 
  • Knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

  • Advanced University Degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in International Development/Relations, Economics, Business Management, Political Science, or other relevant fields. Or
  • A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree

Experience:

  • Applicants with a master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience.
  • Applicants with a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in development planning, programme coordination, or public sector engagement.
  • Experience working with or within government institutions or regional development agencies is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with Nigeria’s national and regional development frameworks, especially as they relate to the South-East region.
  • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and ERP financials, preferably Quantum/ATLAS;
  • Experience and knowledge of UN/UNDP Financial Resource Management 
  • Experience and working knowledge of UN principles, SDGs and international development in Africa is an asset.
  • Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
  • Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and project management tools.

Language:

  • Fluency in English is required.
  • Working knowledge of Igbo is a strong asset

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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