Programme Management Assistant

About the role

The Programme Management Assistant supports the Peacekeeping‑Intelligence Coordination Team (PICT) in the Office of the Under‑Secretary‑General, Department of Peace Operations, reporting to the Senior Programme Management Officer. The role assists in planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of programmes and projects related to peacekeeping intelligence.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing activities for PICT, including the Peacekeeping‑Intelligence Academy in Entebbe.
• Research, compile, analyse and present data on programmes and projects.
• Coordinate programme/project planning, monitor proposal status and ensure documentation is complete for approval.
• Prepare and analyse budget proposals, review submissions and track expenditures and authorisations.
• Monitor and evaluate programmes, update databases, produce periodic reports and conduct status reviews.
• Serve as focal point for coordination of project implementation, handling recruitment, travel, training, procurement and payments.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; a university degree reduces required experience.
• Minimum seven years of experience in programme or project administration (five years with a university degree).
• At least two years of experience providing programme assistance in UN peace operations or a comparable international organisation.
• Experience with the Peacekeeping‑Intelligence system and managing extra‑budgetary funds.
• Experience using UMOJA or a similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Experience in a military or police environment is desirable.

Required skills

• UMOJA ERP system
• Peacekeeping‑Intelligence system
• Budget preparation and monitoring
• Project coordination and reporting tools