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Program Analyst NCE (Nature Climate and Environment) - [Open to internal and external applicants]
Better Than Cash
IT
Luanda, Angola
Posted on Mar 18, 2026
Tiered Approach
In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:
- Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
- Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
- Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
- Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates
Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.
Background
The UNDP Country Office (CO) in Angola, is implementing its Country Programme Document (CPD) 2024–2028 in support of the Government’s National Development Plan (PDN 2023–2027) and Agenda 2030. The programme adopts an Integrated approach to address interconnected development challenges in line with UNDP’s Strategic Plan Signature Solutions on resilience, environment and energy. Within these areas, UNDP Angola implements flagship programmes and thought leadership in the priorities areas related to Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), Just Energy Transition, biodiversity conservation, socio-economic resilience and climate governance.
The Nature, Climate and Environment (NCE) Portofolio supports the Government of Angola through policy development and implementation oversight, capacity building, institutional strengthening and monitoring of programme activities. The Portfolio helps the Country Office to act with both ambition and scale to address urgent problems facing the country as well as global climate deteriorating conditions and contribute to UNDP’s strategic objectives of creating a world where people and planet thrive together.
Under the under the overall guidance of the Resident Representative and Deputy Resident Representative and direct supervision of the Head of NCE Unit, the Programme Specialist provides analytical, programmatic and technical support in thematic areas under the NCE portfolio. The Programme Analyst leads formulation, management and evaluation of NCE programme and project activities and ensures quality oversight throughout implementation.
The Programme Analyst works in close collaboration with the Programme and Operations teams in the CO, programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP staff in HQs and Regional Hubs, technical advisors/experts, external specialists, government officials and partners, donors, and civil society to ensure successful implementation of the UNDP programme.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Substantively contribute to formulation and implementation of UNDP programme strategies and policies, especially related to the NCE Portfolio
a. Contribute to analysis of the political, social and economic situation in the country; and contribute collaborative inputs to the UN Common Country Assessment and Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNCCA and UNSDCF) as well as to the preparation/revision of the Country Programme Document (CPD), Integrated Work Plan (IWP) and other strategic documents.
b. Contribute to operationalizing UNSDCF/ CPD in collaboration with the main partners and other UN Agencies.
c. Ensure implementation of relevant programme Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure the effectiveness CO business processes. Analyze and synthesize proposals in assigned programme areas.
2. Ensure effective monitoring and analysis of the CO programme within the NCE portfolio, focusing on quality assurance and risk management from formulation to implementation of the country programme
a. Oversee planning, budgeting, implementation and monitoring of the assigned programme areas; and track use of financial resources in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations.
b. Ensure effective application of results-based management tools and track achievement of strategic results.
c. Ensure effective monitoring, evaluation, reflective and learning on programme impact for the NCE portfolio.
d. Follow up on audit recommendations and ensure the implementation of management responses for NCE.
e. Prepare and aggregate reports on activities, outputs and outcomes, including donor and corporate reports for the NCE portfolio.
f. Support the rollout of new initiatives and programmes including through presentation of the project to PAC; finalize contribution agreements; and determine required revisions for the NCE
3. Ensure creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy for the NCE
a. Develop partnerships with the UN Agencies, international financial institutions (IFIs), government institutions, donors, private sector (if applicable to CO), and civil society in assigned programme/ thematic areas of the NCE portfolio.
b. Identify strategic programme areas of cooperation including for joint programming for NCE portfolio.
c. Analyze and research information on donors, prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identify opportunities for initiation of new projects, and substantively contribute to Country office resource mobilization efforts.
d. Support development of portfolios and Country office pipeline including through the design of Programme/Project documents, concept notes, proposals, and cross-sectoral coordination in assigned areas to bring resources for projects.
4. Ensure provision of top-quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management
a. Identify policy-driven issues; and identify and synthesize best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country policy goals for the NCE portfolio.
b. Establish/strengthen national and international advocacy networks. Implement relevant, high - impact advocacy with key partners in the NCE portfolio.
c. Provide substantive support in the development of policies and institutions to address country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.
d. Provide input so that policy advisory contributes to inclusive societal digital transformation and takes digital technology risks and opportunities or futures signals into account.
e. Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks, communities of practice, and digital knowledge platforms relating to the NCE portfolio.
f. Organize training for the operations/ projects staff on programme related matters in assigned areas.
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization
5. Institutional Arrangement
The Programme Analyst will work under direct supervision of the NCE portfolio and overall guidance of the Deputy Resident Representative
Competencies
Core
Achieve Results - LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.
Think Innovatively - LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements.
Learn Continuously - LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.
Adapt with Agility - LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible.
Act with Determination - LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner - LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships.
Enable Diversity and Inclusion - LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination.
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Business Management - Results-based Management
- Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results
Business Management - Project Management
- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals
Business Management - Portfolio Management
- Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization’s programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity.
- Ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment.
- Knowledge and understanding of key principles of project, programme, and portfolio management
Business Management - Monitoring
- Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy between planned and actual activities and Programme performance and results
Business Management - Working with Evidence and Data
- Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making
Business Direction & Strategy - Systems Thinking
- Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system
2030 Agenda: Engagement & Effectiveness - Effectiveness
- Project Quality Assurance
Required Skills and Experience
Min. Education Requirements:
- Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Economics, Development Economics, Business Administration, social science Engineering, or other Nature Climate and Energy related areas is required. OR
- A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the above fields in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree
Min. Years of Relevant Work Experience:
Minimum of 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience at the national and/or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation and evaluation of development portfolios and projects in a related thematic area.
Required Skills
- Use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), database packages, and web-based management systems such as ERP
- Programmatic management with sound experience of all aspects of the project cycle (design, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, and oversight).
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section
- Experience in working in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams is desirable
- Provision of technical advisory services and establishing inter- relationships among international organizations and national governments is desired
- Experience with innovation and design thinking approach is desired
Required Language(s):
- Fluency in English and Portuguese is required
Equal opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
UNDP is also 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, therefore, 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. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
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