UNDP in the Arab States region
Vacancy Information
Vacancy Type: National Personnel Service Agreement
Practice Area: Economics
Contract Duration: 6 months
Education & Work Experience: Master's Degree – 5 years experience or Bachelor's Degree – 7 years experience
Languages: Fluency in English and Arabic
Location: Gaza, Palestine
Posting Date: 12/28/2025, 12:30 PM
Apply Before: 01/12/2026, 04:59 AM
Job Schedule: Full‑time
Agency: UNDP
Grade: NPSA-10
Job Description The Gaza Strip is experiencing one of the most severe humanitarian and development crises in recent history. The escalation of hostilities since October 2023 has caused unprecedented destruction and loss of life, exacerbating decades of blockade, recurrent conflict, and socio‑economic decline. More than 26,000 Palestinians have been killed, 1.7 million displaced, and over 60 % of housing units destroyed or damaged. Basic services—including electricity, health, water and sanitation, and education—are near collapse, with hospitals overwhelmed, schools repurposed as shelters, and widespread outbreaks of disease. Food insecurity has reached catastrophic levels, with the entire population facing crisis or worse conditions. The war has also devastated Gaza’s economy, leading to massive job losses and worsening poverty, while undermining the delivery of essential services.
Against this backdrop, the United Nations Development Programme / Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (UNDP/PAPP) brings over four decades of experience in early recovery, reconstruction, and resilience‑building in the occupied Palestinian territory. Since its establishment in 1978, UNDP/PAPP has invested more than $1.7 billion in infrastructure, livelihoods, governance, and resilience, with a proven track record in post‑conflict recovery in Gaza, including large‑scale rubble removal and livelihood restoration efforts after previous wars. UNDP acts as an integrator, convening multiple partners—including UN agencies, civil society, and the private sector—to link short‑term humanitarian relief with long‑term development pathways.
Recent and ongoing initiatives build on this foundation. The Gaza Early Recovery, Reconstruction and Resilience Programme (GERP) provides an integrated response across three pillars: restoration of essential infrastructure and services; inclusive economic recovery; and support for governance and social cohesion. A flagship component is large‑scale debris and rubble removal and reuse, prioritizing safety, community engagement, and recycling for reconstruction.
Complementing this, the Gaza Economic Resilience Programme (ERP) (2023–2026) focuses on longer‑term economic transformation, targeting employment promotion, MSME development, and business‑enabling reforms. ERP addresses structural barriers such as the blockade, restricted trade, limited access to finance and technology, weak business environment, and gender disparities, aiming to restore Gaza’s productive base and strengthen resilience.
Building on lessons from previous interventions (e.g., DEEP, ERP, GERP) and drawing inspiration from the Temporary Basic Income (TBI) and socio‑economic recovery frameworks, UNDP is currently evolving the programme to best fit the current and future needs in Gaza, in close coordination with the Palestinian Government, with a focus on immediate humanitarian relief while laying the foundations for inclusive, green, and resilient development. Special emphasis will be placed on rebuilding Gaza’s ecosystem for livelihoods and private sector recovery, restoring dignity through jobs, and creating conditions for sustainable peace.
Duties and Responsibilities
Substantively contribute to formulation and implementation of UNDP programme strategies and policies.
Analyze the political, social and economic situation in the country; provide collaborative inputs to the UN Common Country Assessment, Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNCCA & UNSDCF), and to the preparation/revision of the Country Programme Document (CPD), Integrated Work Plan (IWP) and other strategic documents.
Operationalize UNSDCF/CPD with main partners and other UN Agencies.
Ensure implementation of relevant programme Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in business processes.
Analyze and synthesize proposals in assigned programme areas.
Manage the programme within thematic/sector areas, focusing on quality assurance and risk management from formulation to implementation.
Translate UNDP priorities into local interventions; oversee implementation with implementing partners; ensure digital technology considerations.
Plan, budget, implement and monitor assigned programme areas; track financial resources per UNDP rules.
Apply results‑based management tools and track achievement of strategic results.
Use data effectively across the data lifecycle; support monitoring, evaluation and learning.
Support trend analysis for future informed and anticipatory programming.
Follow up on audit recommendations and ensure implementation of management responses.
Prepare and aggregate reports on activities, outputs and outcomes, including donor and corporate reports.
Support rollout of new initiatives; present projects to the Programme Advisory Committee (PAC); finalize contribution agreements.
Create strategic partnerships and execute resource mobilisation strategy.
Develop partnerships with UN Agencies, IFIs, government institutions, donors, private sector and civil society in assigned areas.
Identify strategic programme cooperation areas for joint programming.
Research donors, prepare briefs on cooperation opportunities, and contribute to resource mobilisation.
Develop portfolios and country office pipeline; design programme/project documents, concept notes, proposals; coordinate cross‑sectoral activities.
Provide high‑quality advisory services and knowledge‑building facilitation.
Identify policy‑driven issues; synthesize best practices and lessons learned linked to programme country policy goals.
Establish and strengthen national and international advocacy networks; implement high‑impact advocacy.
Support policy development with government and strategic partners; integrate digital technology considerations.
Contribute to knowledge networks, communities of practice, and digital knowledge platforms.
Organise training for operations/projects staff on programme matters.
Institutional Arrangement The Programme Specialist will work under the guidance of the Head of Gaza Office and the supervision of the Head of Programme. The incumbent collaborates closely with the programme team, technical advisors and experts, UN agencies, multi‑lateral and bi‑lateral donors, and civil society to implement the economic recovery programme. The incumbent will supervise two project managers.
Competencies Core
Achieve Results
– Level 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, delivering lasting impact.
Think Innovatively
– Level 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems.
Learn Continuously
– Level 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences.
Adapt with Agility
– Level 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands.
Act with Determination
– Level 3: Think beyond immediate tasks, take action to achieve greater results.
Engage and Partner
– Level 3: Navigate complex landscape, champion inter‑agency collaboration.
Enable Diversity and Inclusion
– Level 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity.
Required Skills And Experience Minimum Education Requirements
Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or related field.
Alternatively, a first‑level university degree (bachelor’s) combined with an additional two years of qualifying experience.
Minimum Years of Relevant Work Experience
Minimum 5 years (master’s) or 7 years (bachelor’s) of relevant experience at the national and/or international level in management advisory services, design, monitoring and evaluation of development portfolios and projects in a related thematic area.
Required Skills
Previous experience on economic recovery programmes.
Solid knowledge of result‑based management and project implementation.
Experience working in conflict or transition context.
Experience with office software (MS Word, Excel, etc.), spreadsheet and database packages, and web‑based management systems.
Desired Additional Skills
Experience with previous UN assignments and/or multilateral and bi‑lateral aid organisations.
Experience on partnership and resource mobilisation.
Experience at national level in management advisory services, design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
Proven experience handling multi‑sector coordination among professionals and regional teams.
Required Languages
Fluency in English and Arabic – both written and oral.
Only current Palestinian nationals available for employment in Gaza Strip and willing to work and travel through various cities in the strip are eligible to apply for this position. All other applicants will not be considered.
Equal Opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity and encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability, without discrimination. UNDP is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
Sexual Harassment, Exploitation, and Abuse of Authority UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
Right to Select Multiple Candidates UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. Retained applications may also be considered for other similar positions at the same grade level and with similar requirements.
Scam Alert UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.
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Vacancy Type: National Personnel Service Agreement
Practice Area: Economics
Contract Duration: 6 months
Education & Work Experience: Master's Degree – 5 years experience or Bachelor's Degree – 7 years experience
Languages: Fluency in English and Arabic
Location: Gaza, Palestine
Posting Date: 12/28/2025, 12:30 PM
Apply Before: 01/12/2026, 04:59 AM
Job Schedule: Full‑time
Agency: UNDP
Grade: NPSA-10
Job Description The Gaza Strip is experiencing one of the most severe humanitarian and development crises in recent history. The escalation of hostilities since October 2023 has caused unprecedented destruction and loss of life, exacerbating decades of blockade, recurrent conflict, and socio‑economic decline. More than 26,000 Palestinians have been killed, 1.7 million displaced, and over 60 % of housing units destroyed or damaged. Basic services—including electricity, health, water and sanitation, and education—are near collapse, with hospitals overwhelmed, schools repurposed as shelters, and widespread outbreaks of disease. Food insecurity has reached catastrophic levels, with the entire population facing crisis or worse conditions. The war has also devastated Gaza’s economy, leading to massive job losses and worsening poverty, while undermining the delivery of essential services.
Against this backdrop, the United Nations Development Programme / Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (UNDP/PAPP) brings over four decades of experience in early recovery, reconstruction, and resilience‑building in the occupied Palestinian territory. Since its establishment in 1978, UNDP/PAPP has invested more than $1.7 billion in infrastructure, livelihoods, governance, and resilience, with a proven track record in post‑conflict recovery in Gaza, including large‑scale rubble removal and livelihood restoration efforts after previous wars. UNDP acts as an integrator, convening multiple partners—including UN agencies, civil society, and the private sector—to link short‑term humanitarian relief with long‑term development pathways.
Recent and ongoing initiatives build on this foundation. The Gaza Early Recovery, Reconstruction and Resilience Programme (GERP) provides an integrated response across three pillars: restoration of essential infrastructure and services; inclusive economic recovery; and support for governance and social cohesion. A flagship component is large‑scale debris and rubble removal and reuse, prioritizing safety, community engagement, and recycling for reconstruction.
Complementing this, the Gaza Economic Resilience Programme (ERP) (2023–2026) focuses on longer‑term economic transformation, targeting employment promotion, MSME development, and business‑enabling reforms. ERP addresses structural barriers such as the blockade, restricted trade, limited access to finance and technology, weak business environment, and gender disparities, aiming to restore Gaza’s productive base and strengthen resilience.
Building on lessons from previous interventions (e.g., DEEP, ERP, GERP) and drawing inspiration from the Temporary Basic Income (TBI) and socio‑economic recovery frameworks, UNDP is currently evolving the programme to best fit the current and future needs in Gaza, in close coordination with the Palestinian Government, with a focus on immediate humanitarian relief while laying the foundations for inclusive, green, and resilient development. Special emphasis will be placed on rebuilding Gaza’s ecosystem for livelihoods and private sector recovery, restoring dignity through jobs, and creating conditions for sustainable peace.
Duties and Responsibilities
Substantively contribute to formulation and implementation of UNDP programme strategies and policies.
Analyze the political, social and economic situation in the country; provide collaborative inputs to the UN Common Country Assessment, Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNCCA & UNSDCF), and to the preparation/revision of the Country Programme Document (CPD), Integrated Work Plan (IWP) and other strategic documents.
Operationalize UNSDCF/CPD with main partners and other UN Agencies.
Ensure implementation of relevant programme Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in business processes.
Analyze and synthesize proposals in assigned programme areas.
Manage the programme within thematic/sector areas, focusing on quality assurance and risk management from formulation to implementation.
Translate UNDP priorities into local interventions; oversee implementation with implementing partners; ensure digital technology considerations.
Plan, budget, implement and monitor assigned programme areas; track financial resources per UNDP rules.
Apply results‑based management tools and track achievement of strategic results.
Use data effectively across the data lifecycle; support monitoring, evaluation and learning.
Support trend analysis for future informed and anticipatory programming.
Follow up on audit recommendations and ensure implementation of management responses.
Prepare and aggregate reports on activities, outputs and outcomes, including donor and corporate reports.
Support rollout of new initiatives; present projects to the Programme Advisory Committee (PAC); finalize contribution agreements.
Create strategic partnerships and execute resource mobilisation strategy.
Develop partnerships with UN Agencies, IFIs, government institutions, donors, private sector and civil society in assigned areas.
Identify strategic programme cooperation areas for joint programming.
Research donors, prepare briefs on cooperation opportunities, and contribute to resource mobilisation.
Develop portfolios and country office pipeline; design programme/project documents, concept notes, proposals; coordinate cross‑sectoral activities.
Provide high‑quality advisory services and knowledge‑building facilitation.
Identify policy‑driven issues; synthesize best practices and lessons learned linked to programme country policy goals.
Establish and strengthen national and international advocacy networks; implement high‑impact advocacy.
Support policy development with government and strategic partners; integrate digital technology considerations.
Contribute to knowledge networks, communities of practice, and digital knowledge platforms.
Organise training for operations/projects staff on programme matters.
Institutional Arrangement The Programme Specialist will work under the guidance of the Head of Gaza Office and the supervision of the Head of Programme. The incumbent collaborates closely with the programme team, technical advisors and experts, UN agencies, multi‑lateral and bi‑lateral donors, and civil society to implement the economic recovery programme. The incumbent will supervise two project managers.
Competencies Core
Achieve Results
– Level 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, delivering lasting impact.
Think Innovatively
– Level 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems.
Learn Continuously
– Level 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences.
Adapt with Agility
– Level 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands.
Act with Determination
– Level 3: Think beyond immediate tasks, take action to achieve greater results.
Engage and Partner
– Level 3: Navigate complex landscape, champion inter‑agency collaboration.
Enable Diversity and Inclusion
– Level 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity.
Required Skills And Experience Minimum Education Requirements
Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or related field.
Alternatively, a first‑level university degree (bachelor’s) combined with an additional two years of qualifying experience.
Minimum Years of Relevant Work Experience
Minimum 5 years (master’s) or 7 years (bachelor’s) of relevant experience at the national and/or international level in management advisory services, design, monitoring and evaluation of development portfolios and projects in a related thematic area.
Required Skills
Previous experience on economic recovery programmes.
Solid knowledge of result‑based management and project implementation.
Experience working in conflict or transition context.
Experience with office software (MS Word, Excel, etc.), spreadsheet and database packages, and web‑based management systems.
Desired Additional Skills
Experience with previous UN assignments and/or multilateral and bi‑lateral aid organisations.
Experience on partnership and resource mobilisation.
Experience at national level in management advisory services, design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
Proven experience handling multi‑sector coordination among professionals and regional teams.
Required Languages
Fluency in English and Arabic – both written and oral.
Only current Palestinian nationals available for employment in Gaza Strip and willing to work and travel through various cities in the strip are eligible to apply for this position. All other applicants will not be considered.
Equal Opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity and encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability, without discrimination. UNDP is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
Sexual Harassment, Exploitation, and Abuse of Authority UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
Right to Select Multiple Candidates UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. Retained applications may also be considered for other similar positions at the same grade level and with similar requirements.
Scam Alert UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.
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