Project Management Support - Officer

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

Project Management Support - Officer

UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services Sao Paulo, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, Belem, Rio de Janeiro, Curitiba National ICS 08 level Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish

Application deadline: March 22, 2026

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Summary by Impactpool

The Project Management Support Officer will provide operational, analytical, and administrative support to ensure effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of projects in Brazil. This role involves data management, reporting, procurement, and logistical activities to enhance project delivery. The incumbent will facilitate coordination among project teams and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with established procedures. Additionally, the officer may undertake field missions to support data collection and stakeholder engagement.

Candidate Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2 years of relevant experience

Master's degree or equivalent with no experience required

Proficiency in collaboration and productivity tools (e.g., MS Office, G-Suite)

Experience in project management or related areas

Fluent in Portuguese, intermediate in English and Spanish

General Information

Position Title

Project Management Support - Officer

Job Category

Project

Duty Station(s)

Belem, Belo Horizonte, Brasilia, Curitiba, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Sao Luis, Sao Paulo

Seniority Level

Associate

ICS Level

ICS 08

Contract Type

ICA - LICA - Specialist - Regular

Contract Level

LICA 8

Posting Start Date

24-Feb-2026

Posting End Date

22-Mar-2026

Duration

Ongoing (duração de acordo com as necessidades do projeto e a disponibilidade de fundos)

Job Highlight

EN - STANDAR TDR

This vacancy aims to identify a pool of Project Management Support Officer candidates for existing and future projects in Brazil.

CURRENT PORTFOLIO: The Brazil portfolio currently implements 17 projects - 13 infrastructure projects ranging from low, medium and high complexity, as well as 4 projects that manage logistics for humanitarian aid, social development initiatives, and private-public partnerships. Existing projects include the provision of support to the National Education Development Fund in finalizing the construction of schools for indigenous and traditional communities; Managing the implementation of collective moral damage compensation for neighborhoods affected by mining subsidence in Maceio, supporting the Ministry of Cities in preparing 120 municipal disaster risk reduction plans(advisory only); and concluding Stage 1 of the Campus of the Federal University for Latin American Integration (UNILA) in Foz do Iguaçu; among others. These Projects, and others similar in pipeline, are implemented in close collaboration with the donor and/or beneficiaries, and range in complexity, scope and price from $4 million to $150 million.

PIPELINE - INSTITUTIONAL FACILITIES: The current pipeline includes opportunities to manage the design, and/or construction and supervision of institutional facilities—such as public office buildings, hospital, museum, schools, and water and sanitation projects —located in Brasília, Foz do Iguaçu, São Paulo, Pará, and other locations across Brazil.

Empowering project success through operational excellence, data-driven insights, and seamless coordination.

PT - TDR CLASIFICADO

Esta vaga tem como objetivo identificar um banco de candidatos para o cargo de Project Management Support Officer para projetos existentes e futuros no Brasil.

PORTFÓLIO ATUAL: O portfólio do Brasil atualmente implementa 17 projetos — 13 projetos de infraestrutura que variam entre baixa, média e alta complexidade, bem como 4 projetos que gerenciam logística para ajuda humanitária, iniciativas de desenvolvimento social e parcerias público-privadas. Os projetos existentes incluem o apoio ao Fundo Nacional de Desenvolvimento da Educação na finalização da construção de escolas para comunidades indígenas e tradicionais; a gestão da implementação de compensação por dano moral coletivo para bairros afetados por subsidência minerária em Maceió; o apoio ao Ministério das Cidades na elaboração de 120 planos municipais de redução de risco de desastres (apenas assessoria); e a conclusão da Etapa 1 do Campus da Universidade Federal da Integração Latino-Americana (UNILA) em Foz do Iguaçu; entre outros. Esses projetos, e outros semelhantes no pipeline, são implementados em estreita colaboração com o doador e/ou beneficiários, e variam em complexidade, escopo e valor, de US$ 4 milhões a US$ 150 milhões.

PIPELINE – INSTALAÇÕES INSTITUCIONAIS: O pipeline atual inclui oportunidades para gerenciar o projeto (design) e/ou a construção e supervisão de instalações institucionais — como prédios públicos administrativos, hospital, museu, escolas e projetos de água e saneamento — localizados em Brasília, Foz do Iguaçu, São Paulo, Pará e outras localidades no Brasil.

Fortalecendo o sucesso dos projetos por meio da excelência operacional, de insights orientados por dados e de coordenação integrada.

About the Region

In Latin America and the Caribbean, UNOPS operates across 23 countries, delivering high-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. UNOPS focuses on building and improving resilient infrastructure—including roads, bridges, public facilities, sanitation systems, and housing—to enhance quality of life and foster inclusive growth. UNOPS also supports public health by procuring essential medicines and medical equipment, ensuring broader access to healthcare services. By strengthening institutional capacities, UNOPS promotes transparent, efficient, and equitable public management. As a trusted partner to governments and development stakeholders, UNOPS aligns its interventions with national priorities, helping countries advance the Sustainable Development Goals through practical, results-driven support.

About the Country/Multi-Country Office

Based in Brazil, the UNOPS Southern Cone Multi-Country Office (SCMCO) also oversees operations in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, supporting national priorities and development goals across the subregion. In Argentina, UNOPS strengthens public institutions by providing technical assistance in planning, procurement, and oversight of infrastructure projects—particularly in public buildings—and building capacity in public procurement, with a focus on technological innovation. In Brazil, where UNOPS has operated since 2012, the office collaborates with UN agencies, financial institutions, and government bodies at all levels to deliver services in health, education, urbanization, social rehabilitation, PPPs, and institutional strengthening. UNOPS has played a key role in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and currently manages 17 active projects across the country. Its work emphasizes transparency, operational efficiency, and results-driven management while aligning with the strategic and operational needs of its partners. Across the Southern Cone, UNOPS promotes sustainable development by enhancing national capabilities and supporting the delivery of high-impact, inclusive infrastructure.

Job Specific Context

EN - STANDAR TDR

UNOPS Brazil is an integral part of the Southern Cone Multi-Country Office and of the Latin America and Caribbean regional management structure. In Brazil, UNOPS supports infrastructure (health, rule of law, urban, education), health procurement, private-public partnerships, logistics for Brazilian humanitarian aid, and social development.

UNOPS Brazil is responsible for managing the strategic and operational risks associated with the project portfolio in the country, developing and delivering cost-effective services that contribute to the sustainable results for partners and to UNOPS management results.

PT - TDR CLASIFICADO E STANDAR

O UNOPS Brasil é parte integrante do Escritório Multipaís do Cone Sul e da estrutura regional de gestão para a América Latina e o Caribe. No Brasil, o UNOPS apoia infraestrutura (saúde, estado de direito, urbano, educação), aquisições na área da saúde, parcerias público-privadas, logística para ajuda humanitária brasileira e desenvolvimento social.

O UNOPS Brasil é responsável por gerenciar os riscos estratégicos e operacionais associados ao portfólio de projetos no país, desenvolvendo e prestando serviços custo-efetivos que contribuam para resultados sustentáveis para os parceiros e para os resultados de gestão do UNOPS.

Role Purpose

EN - STANDAR TDR

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.

PT  - TDR CLASIFICADO

O(a) Project Management Support Officer fornece apoio operacional, analítico e administrativo para assegurar o planejamento, a implementação e o monitoramento eficazes dos projetos, em conformidade com as políticas do UNOPS e os requisitos dos clientes/parceiros. O(a) incumbente apoia atividades de gestão de dados, elaboração de relatórios, aquisições, finanças e/ou logística que contribuem para a execução eficiente dos projetos. A função coleta, valida e analisa dados dos projetos, gerando insights e relatórios para subsidiar a tomada de decisão baseada em evidências e aprimorar o desempenho. O(a) Project Management Support Officer facilita a coordenação entre as equipes de projeto, parceiros e unidades de serviços de apoio, assegurando a implementação oportuna das atividades e a conformidade com os procedimentos estabelecidos. O(a) incumbente também poderá realizar missões de campo para apoiar a coleta de dados, treinamentos e o engajamento de partes interessadas, contribuindo para o fortalecimento dos sistemas, processos e ferramentas de reporte dos projetos.

Functions / Key Results Expected

PT -  Standar TDR Clasificado

Gestão, Análise e Relatórios de Dados

Coletar, limpar, estruturar e validar dados de projetos para garantir precisão, consistência e confiabilidade.

Desenvolver e manter bases de dados, dashboards e sistemas de gestão da informação para acompanhamento de projetos em tempo real.

Realizar análises estatísticas e qualitativas para identificar tendências, gerar insights e subsidiar a tomada de decisão.

Apoiar a preparação de relatórios analíticos e visuais, notas técnicas e apresentações para partes interessadas internas e externas.

Implementar ferramentas automatizadas e sistemas de visualização, como Power BI, Looker Studio, etc., para aprimorar a acessibilidade e interpretação dos dados.

Assegurar verificações rigorosas de qualidade e validação das fontes de dados e ferramentas.

Implementação de Projetos e Apoio Operacional

Apoiar o planejamento, a elaboração orçamentária e a execução dos projetos, assegurando conformidade com os procedimentos do UNOPS e os requisitos de clientes/doadores.

Preparar documentação de projetos, incluindo Termos de Referência (ToRs), acordos, orçamentos e solicitações de aquisição.

Auxiliar na coordenação de workshops, missões e consultas com partes interessadas, incluindo organização de viagens e arranjos logísticos.

Articular com as unidades de serviços de apoio em processos de aquisição, contratação e pagamento, assegurando conformidade com os padrões do UNOPS.

Acompanhar marcos, produtos e entregáveis do projeto, e alertar a gestão sobre atrasos ou riscos.

E requerido viajar en Brazil

Coordenação de Aquisições, Financeira e Administrativa

Apoiar a preparação e o monitoramento de planos de aquisição e de workshops, garantindo alinhamento com as necessidades do projeto.

Realizar pesquisa de mercado, apoiar processos de solicitação de propostas e auxiliar na avaliação de propostas e na administração de contratos.

Monitorar a execução orçamentária do projeto, revisar relatórios financeiros e manter documentação precisa para auditorias e relatórios.

Processar viagens, reembolsos e transações financeiras relacionadas, em conformidade com as políticas organizacionais.

Monitoramento, Avaliação e Apoio à Tomada de Decisão Estratégica

Desenvolver e manter sistemas e ferramentas de monitoramento para acompanhar o progresso em relação aos planos de trabalho e indicadores de desempenho.

Contribuir para o desenvolvimento de modelos preditivos e analíticos para apoiar o planejamento estratégico e projeções.

Apoiar avaliações internas e revisões de desempenho baseadas em dados para avaliar resultados e impacto dos projetos.

Fornecer insumos oportunos para relatórios a doadores e corporativos, assegurando rigor analítico e conformidade com os padrões de reporte.

Desenvolvimento e Compartilhamento de Conhecimento

Apoiar a organização, facilitação e realização de treinamentos e sessões de aprendizagem sobre gestão de projetos.

Participar de iniciativas de compartilhamento de conhecimento e Comunidades de Prática (CoPs), contribuindo com insights e lições aprendidas.

Realizar pesquisas sobre temas relacionados à gestão de projetos e contribuir para a elaboração de relatórios, resumos e notas técnicas.

EN -  Standar TDR Clasificado

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.

Might be require to travel within Brazil

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

Skills

Communication, Data Analysis, Project Finance, Project Management, Stakeholder Management

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

PT

Requisitos 

Graduação (ou equivalente) em qualquer área, com 2 anos de experiência relevante; OU

Mestrado (ou equivalente) em qualquer área, sem exigência de experiência relevante.

Desejável

Certificação profissional reconhecida internacionalmente ou filiação/membro em área de Gestão de Projetos é desejável.

EN 

Required

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with 2 years of relevant experience OR

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with 0 years of relevant experience is required.

Desired

A globally recognized professional certificate or membership in Project Management is desired.

Experience Requirements

PT

Requisitos Obrigatórios

Experiência relevante é trabalho em gestão de projetos ou áreas relacionadas.

É necessário demonstrar proficiência no uso de ferramentas de colaboração e produtividade (por exemplo, MS Office, G-Suite, etc.) e sistemas de gestão baseados na web.

Desejável

É desejável experiência de trabalho em ambientes multiculturais ou em organizações do sistema ONU em países em desenvolvimento.

É desejável experiência em contextos de desenvolvimento ou humanitários.

EN

Required

Relevant experience is work in project management or related areas.  

Demonstrable proficiency in the use of collaboration and productivity tools (e.g. MS Office, G-Suite, etc) and web-based management systems is required

Desired

Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.

Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.

Language Requirements

Language Proficiency Level Requirement

English Intermediate Desirable

Portuguese Fluent Required

Spanish Intermediate 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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