Empowering project success through operational excellence, data-driven insights, and seamless coordination.
Over the years, the office has developed strong partnerships with international partners, United Nations agencies and governments across Central Africa. UNOPS provides technical support and capacity development in key areas, including the rehabilitation and construction of infrastructure in the health, education, public works and governance/public administration sectors; procurement, project management and sector-specific advisory services; peace and security; and environmental protection and conservation, among others.
UNOPS has been present in Angola since 2023 and has been developing several initiatives and new projects, creating opportunities for the recruitment of qualified professionals at both national and international levels.
The project under which this position is established is funded by the Government of Japan, with a contribution of USD 6.5 million, and aims to implement climate-resilient agricultural infrastructure in the provinces of Benguela and Huambo.
The Project Management Support Officer provides operational, analytical and administrative support to ensure effective planning, implementation and monitoring of projects in line with UNOPS policies and client/partner requirements. The incumbent supports data management, reporting, procurement, financial and/or logistical activities that contribute to efficient project delivery. The role collects, validates and analyzes project data, generating insights and reports to inform evidence-based decision-making and enhance performance. The Project Management Support Officer facilitates coordination among project teams, partners and support services units, ensuring timely implementation of activities and compliance with established procedures. The incumbent may also undertake field missions to support data collection, training and stakeholder engagement, helping strengthen project systems, processes and reporting tools.
Data Management, Analysis and Reporting
- Collect, clean, structure and validate project data to ensure accuracy, consistency and reliability.
- Develop and maintain databases, dashboards and information management systems for real-time project tracking.
- Conduct statistical and qualitative analysis to identify trends, generate insights and inform decision-making.
- Support preparation of analytical and visual reports, briefs and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
- Implement automated tools and visualization systems, e.g. Power BI, Looker Studio, etc, to enhance data accessibility and interpretation.
- Ensure rigorous data quality checks and validation of data sources and tools.
Project Implementation and Operational Support
- Support project planning, budgeting and execution, ensuring adherence to UNOPS procedures and client/donor requirements.
- Prepare project documentation, including Terms of Reference (ToRs), agreements, budgets and procurement requests
- Assist in the coordination of workshops, missions, and stakeholder consultations, including travel and logistical arrangements
- Liaise with support service units on procurement, contracting and payment processes, ensuring compliance with UNOPS standards.
- Track project milestones, outputs and deliverables, and alert management to delays or risks.
Procurement, Financial and Administrative Coordination
- Support the preparation and monitoring of procurement and workshop plans, ensuring alignment with project needs.
- Conduct market research, support solicitation processes, and assist in bid evaluation and contract administration.
- Monitor project budget utilization, review financial reports, and maintain accurate documentation for audits and reporting.
- Process travel, expense claims, and related financial transactions in compliance with organizational policies.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Strategic Decision Support
- Develop and maintain monitoring systems and tools to track progress against work plans and performance indicators.
- Contribute to the development of predictive and analytical models to support strategic planning and forecasting.
- Support internal evaluations and data-driven performance reviews to assess project outcomes and impact.
- Provide timely inputs for donor and corporate reporting, ensuring analytical rigour and compliance with reporting standards
Knowledge Building and Sharing
- Support the organization, facilitation and delivery of training and learning sessions on project management.
- Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice (CoPs), contributing insights and lessons learned.
- Conduct research on project management-related topics and contribute to the drafting of reports, summaries and briefing notes