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UNDP Project Officer – Investment Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs

UNDP Project Officer – Investment Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.

UNDP Uganda looking for “Project Officer – Investment”.

Applicants with a degree in Master’s degree may apply on or before December 13, 2023.

The United Nations Development Programme is the global development network of the United Nations. It promotes technical and investment cooperation among nations and advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life for themselves.

UNDP Project Officer – Investment Jobs 2023

The UNDP has published a job vacancy announcement on November 28, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Project Officer – Investment to be based in Kampala, Uganda.

Recruiter United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Position Project Officer – Investment
Location Kampala, Uganda
Country Uganda
Total Vacant Post N/A
Qualification Master’s degree
Experience Required Minimum Two years
Application Deadline December 13, 2023

UNDP Job Vacancy 2023

Scope of Work

Organization and facilitation of key programme activities related to project development and financing agribusiness projects:

  • Support in the identification, screening of applicants and due diligence on SMEs in accordance with the eligibility criteria;
  • Support to build pipeline of commercially viable agri business investment projects acceptable by financial institutions;
  • Provide implementation support for the development of project proposals for financing in accordance with the START rules and procedures;
  • Support directly and indirectly in provision of Business Development support services to project sponsors identified during the different START processes;
  • Support the establishment of co‐financing relationships with local and international financial institutions, nurture relationships and manage activities needed to secure co‐financing of START projects;
  • Facilitate the required technical studies under guidance by engaging the project sponsors, consultants, local authorities, and communities as appropriate, including the development of TORs that reflect project finance requirements and support of the procurement processes;
  • Identify alternative financing sources and structures, including the preparation of and participation in discussions and negotiations with banks, investors, and other stakeholders;
  • Participate in activities to promote START activities resulting in a project pipeline and/or strategic partnerships;
  • Prepare and facilitate technical missions for project and pipeline development;
  • Monitor the performance of SMEs supported under the facility to ensure compliance with the signed agreements.

Position in Organization:

  • Job Identification: 14885
  • Locations: Kampala, Uganda
  • Posting Date: 11/27/2023, 09:30 PM
  • Apply Before: 12/13/2023, 10:29 AM
  • Job Schedule: Full time
  • Agency: UNCDF
  • Grade: NPSA-8
  • Vacancy Type: National Personnel Service Agreement
  • Practice Area: UN Coordination
  • Bureau: Regional Bureau for Africa
  • Contract Duration: 1 Year
  • Education & Work Experience: Master’s Degree
  • Other Criteria: Bachelors Degree – 2 years experience
  • Required Languages: English and local language
  • Vacancy Timeline: 2 Weeks
Education:
  • Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Banking, or related areas.
  • A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s) with additional 2 years of experience will be given due consideration in lieu of advanced university degree.
Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in investment or financial analysis in a reputable institution.
Required skills:
  • Experience in investment/banking/ financial management in a reputable institution;
  • Experience with private equity/venture investments, credit and risk assessment, with solid financial modelling and risk assessment skills;
  • Proven experience in carrying out due diligence, in data collection, data and financial analysis skills;
  • Experience in managing investment portfolio in projects with the government, NGO, or private sector;
  • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
Desired skills:
  • Experience with a UN organization/agency is desirable; along with knowledge of UNCDF/UNDP and the UN system and/or NGOs.
  • Experience coordinating and/or working with different partners shall be an added advantage.
Language:
  • Fluency in English and local language is required.
Professional Certificates:
  • CFA, CPA etc. will have a distinct advantage.

How to Apply UNDP Project Officer – Investment Jobs 2023

Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.

Then to apply, go to https://estm.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions/job/14885

The Closing Date: December 13, 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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