About the opportunity
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative/Head of Office, the Programme Analyst (Effective Governance and Inclusive Transformation) is responsible for managing and further expanding the programme portfolio and creating synergies, complementarities, and linkages with the resilience and environment protection work of UNDP, applying a portfolio approach. The incumbent executes and expands current projects, builds pipelines of new initiatives aligned with national priorities and UNDP policies, and maintains and expands partnerships with the government, bilateral donors, UN agencies, vertical funds, the EU, IFIs, and other partners. The Programme Analyst analyzes political, social, and economic trends, leads formulation, management, and evaluation of programme activities, provides policy advisory services, and supervises the Programme Associate within a multidisciplinary team.
Salary and benefits
- Fixed-term appointment for one year with the possibility of extension
- Professional experience within the United Nations development system
- Opportunity to lead impactful governance and inclusive transformation initiatives
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, Political, Social Sciences, Environmental or Development Studies, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, OR a first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the same areas with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
- Experience in programme management, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement
- Experience working with government institutions, civil society, vulnerable groups including Indigenous and Tribal Peoples and People with Disabilities, and international development partners
- Demonstrated experience in Democratic Governance and Inclusive Transformation related focus areas
- Experience in the use of computers, office software packages, database packages, and web-based management systems such as ERP
- Experience leading and supervising multidisciplinary teams
- Fluency in Dutch and English is required
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Completed application form via the Oracle Recruiting Cloud platform
When to apply
- Date posted: 2026-10-14
- Explicit closing date: 2026-10-28 at 03:59 UTC
How to apply
- Review the tiered approach and ensure eligibility for the specified applicant tiers
- Access the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud career page for requisition 37455
- Submit your application and required profile information online before the deadline
Additional information
- This vacancy is open to Tier 0, 1 & 2 applicants in accordance with UNDP's internal mobility and talent management approach.
- Continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
- UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals with a master's or bachelor's degree in development studies, public administration, economics, or related fields who possess direct experience in democratic governance and inclusive transformation.
- Candidates with established experience collaborating with government counterparts, civil society organizations, and vulnerable populations such as Indigenous and Tribal Peoples.
- Bilingual candidates with professional fluency in both Dutch and English who are looking to work within international organizations in Suriname.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered on a fixed-term appointment of one year, with extensions dependent on performance and funding availability.
- Relocation to Paramaribo, Suriname, is required as the role is based on-site.
- Applicants must verify that they fall within the specified applicant tiers (Tier 0, 1 & 2) indicated for this specific requisition.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role fits professionals seeking to build an impactful career within the United Nations system, specifically focusing on policy analysis, portfolio management, and sustainable development governance at the country office level.
Our take
Qualified candidates meeting the educational, language, and tier requirements who are eager to advance democratic governance and inclusive transformation in Suriname should apply before the October 28, 2026 deadline.
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Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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