About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the Government of the Congo, has developed the Rural Electrification Project (PEZOR) to address the significant electricity access deficit in rural areas. PEZOR aims to create conditions for integrated community development through sustainable energy, focusing on off-grid renewable energy solutions such as hydroelectricity and solar power in partnership with the private sector. The Project Analyst (Project Manager) will provide technical expertise, strategic guidance, and daily operational management to achieve project results, working under the direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative and in close collaboration with the National Project Director.
Salary and benefits
- One-year National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-9) contract duration
- Professional experience within a United Nations agency framework
- Opportunity to lead impactful sustainable energy and rural development initiatives
Who can apply?
- Master's degree in energy management, engineering, project management, environmental/natural resource development economics, public policy, law, environmental economics, business administration, or a related field with at least 2 years of relevant professional experience
- OR a Bachelor's degree in the same fields with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience
- Professional experience in environmental/natural resource management projects or energy/infrastructure project management and coordination at national or local levels
- Fluency in French is required
- Working knowledge of English is an asset
Required documents
- Updated curriculum vitae
- Proof of educational degrees
- References or employment verification documents as required during the application process
When to apply
- Application closing date: November 17, 2026 at 04:59 UTC
How to apply
- Access the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud candidate portal
- Review the vacancy details and eligibility tiers
- Complete the online application form and submit all required profile details and documents before the deadline
Additional information
- Female candidates meeting the profile requirements are strongly encouraged to apply
- UNDP does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process
- The position is classified at the NPSA-9 grade level and is open to internal and external candidates
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 background in renewable energy, infrastructure management, or environmental economics seeking impactful international development roles
- Candidates possessing either a Master's degree with 2 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience in relevant project management
- Applicants fluent in French who want to contribute directly to sustainable energy expansion and rural electrification in Central Africa
What should you think carefully about?
- The contract is offered for a fixed duration of one year, subject to the operational framework of the PEZOR project
- The role is physically based in Brazzaville, Congo, requiring local presence or relocation
- While French is strictly required, working knowledge of English is only an asset, which may limit non-Francophone applicants
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role fits professionals aiming to build a career in international development, specifically within UN agencies, by managing large-scale sustainable energy initiatives and gaining hands-on experience in governmental stakeholder engagement.
Our take
Candidates with relevant project management experience in energy or infrastructure who are fluent in French and prepared for a one-year fixed assignment in Brazzaville should seriously consider applying before the November 2026 deadline.
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