Project Management Support - Senior Officer

Project Management Support - Senior Officer | UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services

Project Management Support - Senior Officer

UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services Remote | Home Based - May require travel National ICS 09 level Speaks English, Russian

Application deadline: April 08, 2026

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Summary by Impactpool

The Project Management Support - Senior Officer will play a crucial role in the Blueing the Caspian Sea project, focusing on pollution monitoring and biodiversity planning in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan. This position involves liaising with national stakeholders, facilitating communication, and ensuring project activities align with local needs. The role requires participation in consultations and workshops, providing technical inputs, and supporting the implementation of project activities. The successful candidate will contribute to significant environmental efforts while gaining professional development in project management and stakeholder engagement.

Candidate Requirements:

Advanced degree in Environmental Science or related field with 2 years of experience OR

First-level university degree in Environmental Science or related field with 4 years of experience

At least 2 years of experience in environmental management or related areas

Proven experience with project coordination and stakeholder engagement

Fluent in English and Russian

Knowledge of Caspian Sea environmental challenges

General Information

Position Title

Project Management Support - Senior Officer

Job Category

Project

Duty Station(s)

Home based

Seniority Level

Mid Level

ICS Level

ICS 09

Contract Type

ICA - LICA - Specialist - Retainer

Contract Level

LICA 9

Posting Start Date

18-Mar-2026

Posting End Date

08-Apr-2026

Duration

1 year with up to 150 working days (Retainer)

Job Highlight

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a significant environmental project in the Caspian Sea region. The position offers a chance to work with international organizations, national governments, and local communities, making a tangible impact on biodiversity conservation and pollution control. The role also provides professional development opportunities in project management, stakeholder engagement, and environmental policy.

About the Country/Multi-Country Office

Since opening in 2019, the UNOPS Austria Multi-Country Office (AUMCO) in Vienna has served as a hub for operations across 12 countries in South-East Europe, Türkiye, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia. AUMCO delivers technical expertise, operational support, and sustainable infrastructure solutions for governments, donors, and international financial institutions. Flagship initiatives include Blueing the Black Sea—a GEF and World Bank partnership to reduce pollution and promote sustainable development—and Türkiye’s post-earthquake recovery programme, enhancing protective services for women and children. In Albania, projects revitalise cultural heritage and advance digital justice, while in Kosovo, new university infrastructure supports higher education. In Georgia, AUMCO facilitates the Eastern Partnership European School and strengthens rule of law and digital health access. Across Central Asia, activities range from health system strengthening in Uzbekistan to hazardous waste management in Tajikistan. AUMCO also supports UNOPS’ global Water, Environment, and Climate portfolio, reinforcing its role as a regional and thematic centre of excellence.

Job Specific Context

The Blueing the Caspian Sea (BCSP) project, funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and implemented by the World Bank, aims to strengthen pollution monitoring systems and biodiversity planning in priority sites of the Caspian Sea in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan. UNOPS has been selected as the Executing Agency to support governments in improving the quality, consistency, and comparability of environmental data, as well as enhancing the management of critical marine and coastal ecosystems. The project consists of three components: Strengthening pollution monitoring, Strengthening biodiversity planning, and Project coordination, monitoring, and evaluation. This position will serve as a key liaison between the project and national stakeholders in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan. This hiring is subject to finalization of the respective Project Agreement with the donor, which is expected in Q2 of 2026.

Role Purpose

The Project Management - Senior Officer will serve as retainer consultant primarily to bridge between the project and national stakeholders in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan, ensuring seamless communication and coordination with governmental institutions, NGOs, academia, and the private sector. Their core responsibility involves participation in high-level consultations and workshops to gather critical inputs on pollution control and biodiversity conservation, facilitating the implementation of project activities by navigating local administrative processes, following up on key milestones, and providing technical inputs to ensure outputs are contextually relevant.

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Manager, the Project Management Support - Senior Officer 

Functions / Key Results Expected

1. Development and Planning

Identify and anticipate risks and issues, providing timely advice and mitigation measures to the supervisor.

Provide logistical and operational support for missions, workshops, and dialogues, including the preparation of materials and reports.

Support full implementation of Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) standards across all activities.

Conduct or participate in field missions to monitor implementation and support local partners.

2. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination

Build and maintain productive relationships with national and local authorities, donors, partners, grantees, and other key stakeholders in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan.

Facilitate regular communication and coordination among programme teams and partners.

Support the organization of steering committee meetings, technical workshops, and stakeholder consultations.

Ensure stakeholders are informed of project progress, activities and results through timely and accurate information.

3. Knowledge Management and Communications

Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Collaborate closely with colleagues and ensure effective knowledge management across all functional areas.

Support the development of internal communication flows with different stakeholders

Provide any additional support as required.

Perform other duties based on project needs.

Skills

Communication, Environmental Consulting, Project Coordination, Report Writing, Stakeholder Engagement

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required

Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field with 2 years of experience  OR

A first-level university degree in Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field with 4 years of experience.

Desired

A certificate in Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is an advantage.

Experience Requirements

Required

At least 2 years of experience (with an advanced degree) or 4 years of experience (with a first-level degree) in environmental management, pollution control, biodiversity conservation, or related areas. 

Proven experience with project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and report writing

Knowledge of the Caspian Sea’s environmental challenges and relevant national policies.

Desired

Experience with projects in the international development sector are considered an asset.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Language Requirements

Language Proficiency Level Requirement

English Fluent Required

Russian Fluent Required

Additional Information

Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. 

Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be

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