About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Uruguay is hiring a Project Associate specializing in Democratic Strengthening and Parliamentary Cooperation. Operating under Outcome 3 of the Country Programme Document (CPD) 2026–2030, the role provides substantive, technical-operational, and coordination support for projects addressing democratic governance, parliamentary cooperation, citizen participation, information integrity, political youth, anticipatory governance, and democratic innovation. The position requires working under the direct supervision of the Democratic and Effective Governance Programme Analyst, coordinating closely with institutional counterparts, strategic partners, and UNDP operational teams to advance human rights-based, gender-transformative, and intersectional initiatives in Montevideo.
Salary and benefits
- Monthly remuneration associated with the NPSA-6 grade level
- One-year contract duration, subject to performance and fund availability
- Professional experience within the United Nations system in democratic governance
Who can apply?
- High school certificate with a minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience, OR a bachelor's degree in social sciences, political science, human rights, or an equivalent field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
- Experience in international organizations, programs, or projects linked to democratic governance, human rights, and development with a gender, generational, and intersectional perspective
- Advanced proficiency in Spanish and English
- Demonstrated experience working with Parliament and political actors, citizen participation processes, political youth, democratic innovation, anticipatory governance, digital spheres, or information integrity is highly valued
- Computer literacy, proficiency in office software, web-based management systems, and advanced spreadsheet and database skills
Required documents
- CV and application submitted via Quantum, including employment history, dates, qualifications, and contact information for at least three recent professional references from past supervisors
- Cover letter with a maximum length of 1 page explaining suitability for the position
- Additional relevant work samples such as reports, presentations, publications, or campaigns if requested ad hoc by hiring managers
When to apply
- Application opening date: October 8, 2026
- Application deadline: October 18, 2026, at 14:01 UTC
How to apply
- Review the complete vacancy details on the official UNDP recruitment portal
- Prepare the required CV, employment references, and 1-page cover letter
- Submit the application online through the Quantum recruitment platform before the deadline
Additional information
- Contract type: National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA)
- Contract grade: NPSA-6
- Work schedule: Full time (40 hours per week)
- Primary location: Montevideo, Uruguay
- Work mode features a combination of on-site presence and teleworking according to institutional needs
- UNDP is committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and non-discrimination, actively encouraging applications from historically underrepresented groups and women in all their diversity
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 social sciences, political science, or human rights who have direct experience engaging with legislative bodies or political stakeholders.
- Candidates seeking a high-impact international development role focused on institutional strengthening, democratic innovation, and civic participation.
- Bilingual candidates with advanced fluency in both Spanish and English who excel in multi-stakeholder coordination and analytical reporting.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered as a 1-year fixed-term National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-6), meaning employment is contingent upon funding availability and satisfactory performance.
- Applicants must meet the strict education and multi-year professional experience thresholds, requiring either a high school diploma with 6 years of experience or a bachelor's degree with 3 years.
- The role is based in Montevideo, Uruguay, and requires adherence to UNDP working modalities combining on-site tasks and remote work.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an exceptional platform for professionals aiming to consolidate their career within the United Nations system, specifically contributing to democratic governance, civic dialogue, and parliamentary cooperation in Latin America. It is well-suited for individuals looking to apply policy analysis, project management, and multi-stakeholder facilitation skills in a recognized international multilateral environment.
Our take
This opportunity is strongly recommended for experienced governance and human rights professionals based in or able to work from Uruguay who possess strong credentials in parliamentary engagement or democratic innovation. Candidates lacking the required years of specialized international or civic project experience may find the selection criteria challenging to meet.
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