UNOPS Jobs in Jordan: Project Management Support Associate

UNOPS is offering a job opportunity in Amman, Jordan, as a Project Management Support Associate. In order to efficiently and effectively serve our partners with due regard to corporate standards and policies, the UNOPS Amman Multi-Country Office is in need of an experienced Project Management Support Associate (PMSA). The PMSA will work under the direct supervision of the HR Transactional Project Manager, UNOPS Amman MCO, who manages the Portfolio of the HR Projects.

1. Project monitoring and reporting: With guidance from the Project Manager, prepare monthly invoices and coordinate with the Finance Team for issuance of Interim Financial Reports in line with reporting obligations defined in the Legal Agreement(s) and in the Implementation Plan.
2. Project Implementation: Support the Project Manager in ensuring UNOPS Policies and Procedures, Financial Rules and Regulations (FRR) are adhered to for efficient project implementation and progress.
3. Operational and administrative support: Manage and support on organizing project planning meetings, Project Board meetings and partner’s capacity building training. 
4. Knowledge management and innovation: Support the compilation of lessons learned as per defined reporting format.

1. A secondary school certification is required.
2. A first-level university degree, preferably in Accounting, Project Management, Business Administration, Management, or related field may be considered as a substitute for 4 years of qualifying work experience.
3. A relevant professional or technical diploma may be considered as a substitute for 2 years of qualifying work experience.
4. PRINCE2® certification is an asset.
5. A minimum of 6 years of relevant and progressive professional experience, preferably in the field of Project Financial Management with focus on budget preparation, monitoring, recording, reporting, and coordination is required. 
6. Experience working with the Google Suite platform including, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides is an asset.
7. Experience and demonstrated knowledge of UN rules and procedures in Project Management, Finance, HR Management and administrative rules and regulations will be an advantage.
8. Proficiency in written and oral English and Arabic is required. 

About UNOPS:

An operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development.

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