Strategic Development Coordinator Leader

The UN Development Coordination Office seeks a highly skilled Strategic Development Coordinator to lead the team in Ukraine. The successful candidate will have a strong background in sustainable development policy and programme development, with experience in strategic planning, team leadership, and management.

• Company Overview: The United Nations is a global organization dedicated to promoting peace, security, and cooperation among its member states. The UN Development Coordination Office plays a crucial role in supporting countries in achieving their development priorities and attaining the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Job Summary: We are seeking a seasoned professional to fill the position of Senior Development Coordination Officer, Head of RCO/Strategic Planner. This individual will provide strategic guidance to the Resident Coordinator and the UN Country Team on effective, quality, and timely UN support for the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.

This is a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team and make a meaningful contribution to the achievement of the SDGs. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for sustainable development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

The Senior Development Coordination Officer, Head of RCO/Strategic Planner will be responsible for leading the provision of strategic guidance to the RC and UNCT on effective, quality, and timely UN support for the implementation of the 2030 Agenda through the Common Country Analysis (CCA) and UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF). This includes:

• Leading the Design and Implementation of the UNSDCF: Develop and implement the UNSDCF, ensuring it aligns with national development goals and priorities, UN values, and the principles of universality, equality, and leaving no one behind.
• Providing Strategic Direction: Provide strategic direction and develop recommendations to facilitate decision-making by the RC/UNCT to reposition and strengthen the UN in country to advance the objectives of UN development system reform.
• Building Partnerships: Facilitate and oversee the initiation, establishment, and coordination of external partnerships and joint resource mobilization efforts for the new generation UNSDCF.
• Cross-Domain Engagement: Establish and promote close engagement across the humanitarian, development, and peace domains, as required by the country context.
• Knowledge Management: Manage and direct knowledge management and capacity development activities in and outside the UN System.

• Advanced University Degree: Master's degree or equivalent degree in business or public administration, sustainable development, social sciences, education, or related area.
• Minimum Ten Years of Experience: A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in strategic planning, sustainable development policy and programme development and management in the context of development cooperation or related area.
• Leadership and Management: Proven experience in team leadership and management, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve results.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• Salary: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Leave and Benefits: Leave and benefits in accordance with UN policies and procedures.