About the opportunity
The Facility Management Analyst will coordinate common services functions at the UN Common House in Mali, ensuring operational coherence, cost optimization, and high service quality across UN agencies, funds, and programmes. Reporting to the UNDP Operations Specialist, the analyst will supervise technical and administrative tasks relating to building maintenance, construction projects, energy efficiency, vendor management, and administrative logistics. The role involves overseeing a team of assistants and outsourced service providers, managing service contracts, and supporting environmental management systems.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive monthly salary commensurate with the NPSA-8 grade level
- One-year contract duration with possibility of extension
- Opportunity to lead facility operations and green building initiatives within the United Nations system in Mali
Who can apply?
- Master's degree in civil, electrical, or HVAC engineering, or a related field (with 0 years of required professional experience for Master's holders)
- Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in the aforementioned fields combined with at least two years of relevant professional experience in infrastructure design, monitoring, and control
- Experience in procurement procedures, contract management, and bidding for studies and works
- Knowledge of environmental and social standards in project implementation
- Prior experience with UNDP Mali is considered an asset
- Fluency in French is required; working knowledge of English is desirable
Required documents
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
- Copies of educational degrees and relevant certificates
- Proof of professional experience where applicable
When to apply
- Application closing date: November 10, 2026, at 04:59 UTC
How to apply
- Review the vacancy details and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and tier requirements
- Access the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud portal via the provided vacancy link
- Complete the online application form and submit your CV and required supporting documents before the deadline
Additional information
- This position is classified as a National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-8) and is open to eligible candidates in accordance with UNDP tiered recruitment approaches.
- UNDP does not charge any application or recruitment fees at any stage of the process.
- UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates and retain applications for similar future vacancies.
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…
- Strong fit for engineering professionals with a background in civil, electrical, or HVAC systems who want to apply their technical skills in an international development context.
- Ideal for candidates experienced in facility management, vendor coordination, and infrastructure project supervision in West Africa.
- Well-suited for professionals fluent in French looking to build a career within the United Nations system.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered as a 1-year fixed-term National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-8) contract based on-site in Bamako, Mali.
- Applicants must possess the required educational qualifications and relevant experience in infrastructure or procurement to be considered.
- Fluency in French is strictly required, and candidates should be comfortable working in a multi-agency UN environment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an excellent opportunity for mid-level engineering and facilities professionals to gain valuable operational experience within the United Nations, strengthening administrative and project management skills while contributing to sustainable building practices in Mali.
Our take
Qualified facility management professionals and engineers fluent in French who are based in or willing to work in Bamako should apply before the November 10, 2026 deadline. Those lacking the required engineering background or French language proficiency will find this role unsuitable.
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