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• Actively contribute to the planning of the projects as well as the
  smooth implementation of the projects by actively engaging in supporting
  project services including recruitment, procurement, organization of
  conferences, travels and financial management
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, engagement processes and
  agreements ensuring administrative and financial aspects are in line with
  corporate policies and guidelines
• Support preparation of budgets ensuring they follow corporate
  polices and established in the ERP with sound budgetary structures that
  contribute to financial monitoring and reporting
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly cash flow forecast ensuring
  the projections are in line with approved budgets, contractual commitments
  and that cost estimates are reasonable
• Support the monitoring of project expenditures against approved
  resources and ensure timely adjustments and corrections of
  over-expenditures and wrongly booked charges
• Support the development of 
  risk assessment and mitigation measures with input from the project
  team, and contribute risks management procedures are followed
• Prepare submissions for compliance, oversight and other risks
  mechanisms reports and data;
• Actively engage in the project monitoring and evaluation, using established
  performance monitoring tools, cross cutting themes(capacity building,
  environment, gender equality), preparing draft report on the results, and
  assist to develop follow up actions if applicable
• Assist in the preparation of reports and collation of information
  for quarterly business review processes, year-end closure and projects
  closure in collaboration with project managers
• Assist the project managers in the review of the status of
  workplans, activity plans, implementation and aggregate reports regularly
  prepared on activities, outputs and outcomes
• Support the procurement activities of the portfolio, from
  preparation of procurement plans, terms of references, bidding process,
  request for awards to signature of contracts and orders
• Implementation of the different steps of the procurement processes,
  including Pre-Purchasing: Strategy and Planning; Requirements Definition;
  Sourcing; Purchasing: Solicitation; Management of Submissions; Evaluation;
  Review and Award; Post Purchasing: Contract finalization and issuance;
  Logistics; and Contract Management.
• Implementation of strategic procurement for projects assigned in the
  Business Unit.
• Research undertaken and data provided for Business Unit’s supply
  market intelligence and analysis.
• Implementation of proper monitoring and control of procurement
  processes including organization of RFQ, ITB or RFP, receipt of
  quotations, bids or proposals, their evaluation, negotiation of certain
  conditions of contracts in full compliance with UNOPS rules and
  regulation.
• Participate in the preparation and review of implementation
  contracts providing comments on administrative, financial and audit
  aspects in line with corporate polices and guidelines Support in the human
  resources activities of the portfolio, such as preparation of terms of
  references, taking interviews minutes, preparation of personnel and
  recruitment plans;
• Support in the facilitation of information sharing and transfer of
  knowledge, document lessons learned and beneficiary surveys
• Maintain archive of project documentation and ensure access to
  institutional memory and technical information on related components of
  the project
• Support in drafting final report detailing outputs and impact of the
  projects
• Support the Project Manager and the Programme team in any other
  matter as required.

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations Office for Project
  Services (UNOPS) Project Support Officer job opportunity should hold a
  Master’s degree or equivalent in areas related to the position.  A Bachelor degree with additional two
  years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master requirement.
• Two years of professional experience in project support and
  reporting is essential
• Professional experience in an international organization and/or in
  post-conflict environments/developing countries is desirable
• Experience in proposal writing, projects monitoring and evaluation,
  and donor liaising is desirable.
• Certification in project management is an asset.
• Language: Fluency
  in English is required. Fluency in local language in Turkmenistan such as
  Turkmen, Russian or Uzbek is an asset.   
  

• 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.

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