HIRING: UNDP Programme Specialist – (NPSA-10)

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is recruiting a Programme Specialist (NPSA-10) to lead democratic governance and quality services initiatives in crisis-affected settings. This 1-year full-time contract, with possible extension, is ideal for professionals with at least 5 years of experience in governance, infrastructure, or early recovery programming.

The role is open to Palestinian nationals residing in Gaza who are committed to rebuilding resilient communities through inclusive development strategies, policy dialogue, and capacity-building initiatives.

📌 Position: Programme Specialist – Governance & Recovery
📍 Location: Gaza Strip (local contract – no relocation required)
💼 Contract Type: National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-10)
🗓 Duration: 1 Year (Renewable)
📅 Deadline: August 13, 2025 – 05:59 AM

📌 Key Responsibilities

Strategic Advisory & Policy Dialogue

• Facilitate policy discussions on governance, justice, civic space, and anti-corruption.

• Promote inclusive leadership, especially women’s political participation.

• Guide public sector reform aligned with SDGs and international standards.

Programme Development & Oversight

• Oversee infrastructure projects (education, WASH, debris removal, health).

• Ensure quality assurance of construction initiatives and environment-safe recovery.

• Lead planning for post-crisis early recovery aligned with international best practices.

Team Management

• Supervise engineers, coordinators, and field staff.

• Enforce SOPs, environmental protection, and risk mitigation.

• Drive performance monitoring and capacity strengthening.

Knowledge Management

• Document lessons learned and success stories.

• Maintain repositories of tools and project documentation.

• Support internal learning and training modules.

Coordination & Partnerships

• Liaise with ministries, donors, civil society, and UN agencies.

• Represent UNDP in technical working groups and policy platforms.

• Support resource mobilization and donor communication.

HIRING : UNDP Programme Specialist – (NPSA-10)

🎓 Qualifications

Education

• Required: Master’s degree in Public Administration, Development, Political Science, International Cooperation, or Engineering.

• OR: Bachelor’s degree with 2 extra years of relevant experience.

Experience

• Minimum:

  • 5 years with a Master’s degree or

  • 7 years with a Bachelor’s degree in governance, infrastructure, or peacebuilding.

• Strong background in:

  • Working with NGOs, donors, and national governments.

  • Overseeing infrastructure, WASH, and construction projects.

  • Leading project reporting and procurement functions.

  • Implementing results-based management and risk-informed planning.

🌐 Languages

• Required: Full fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).

🧠 Desirable Skills

• Experience in:

  • Supply chain and logistics.

  • Legal/governance reform in fragile settings.

  • Waste management, environmental planning.

• Familiarity with:

  • UN security frameworks (e.g., MOSS).

  • Early recovery and peacebuilding frameworks.

  • Conflict-sensitive development and risk mitigation.

💼 Professional Competencies

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.

• Advanced project management and strategic thinking.

• Skilled in reporting, negotiation, and stakeholder management.

• High integrity, cultural sensitivity, and development ethics.

📋 Contract Type & Eligibility

• Contract Type: NPSA-10 (National – Gaza-based only)

• Eligible Applicants: Palestinian nationals residing in Gaza

• Mobility: No international travel required

• Inclusivity: Applications from women and underrepresented groups strongly encouraged

📅 Application Process

Submit your application online via the UNDP Careers Portal by August 13, 2025 – 05:59 AM (Gaza local time). No application fees are charged. Shortlisted candidates will undergo assessments and reference checks.

FAQs

1. Is this a remote job?
No. The role is Gaza-based and requires physical presence for field operations and stakeholder coordination.

2. Can I apply with only a Bachelor’s degree?
Yes, but you must have at least 7 years of relevant experience if you do not hold a Master’s degree.

3. What sectors will I be working in?
The portfolio includes governance, infrastructure recovery (WASH, education), early recovery, and democratic development.

4. What language skills are required?
Fluency in both Arabic and English is essential for this role.

5. Are women encouraged to apply?
Yes. UNDP strongly encourages applications from women and diverse backgrounds, especially in leadership roles.