About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is implementing the ‘Strengthening Governance for Local Development’ (RGDL) project in Chad to support the national decentralization strategy. The Specialist in Autonomous Community Management will provide technical expertise to local authorities (provinces and communes) to improve administrative, financial, and technical governance. Key responsibilities include coordinating the development of management tools, advising on capacity building for local elected officials, promoting participatory governance and social accountability, and developing performance indicators to measure the impact of decentralization. The role involves close collaboration with national ministries, local government associations, and civil society to ensure the effective implementation of the national decentralization roadmap.
Salary and benefits
- National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-10) contract
- Professional development within the United Nations system
- Opportunity to contribute to national-level governance reform
- Collaboration with international and local development stakeholders
Who can apply?
- Master's degree in Local Development, Public Administration, Political Science, Community Management, Economics, or an equivalent field with at least 5 years of relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree in the aforementioned fields with at least 7 years of relevant experience
- Perfect command of French (spoken and written) is required
- Proven knowledge of the legislative and institutional frameworks of decentralization in Chad
- Demonstrated mastery of administrative, budgetary, and accounting management techniques
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- Academic credentials and proof of experience
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 2026-10-09
How to apply
- Visit the official UNDP job portal
- Review the specific requirements for the NPSA-10 level
- Submit the application through the online Oracle Recruiting Cloud system before the deadline
Additional information
- This position is a National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA) – Regular
- The contract duration is 1 year
- Knowledge of English and local languages (Arabic and Sara) is considered a major asset
- The UNDP does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process
- The organization reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy
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 deep expertise in Chadian decentralization policy and local government administration.
- Candidates experienced in managing development projects, particularly within international organizations or NGOs.
- Experts skilled in financial mobilization, public procurement, and participatory budgeting at the local level.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a fixed-term, one-year contract, which may impact long-term career planning.
- The role requires high-level proficiency in French; while English and local languages are assets, they are not substitutes for French fluency.
- Applicants should be prepared for a highly collaborative environment involving multiple government ministries and civil society stakeholders.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent fit for governance experts looking to apply their technical skills to a high-impact national reform project. It offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of policy and implementation, directly influencing how local communities in Chad manage resources and deliver services to citizens.
Our take
This position is ideal for experienced governance specialists with a strong background in the Chadian administrative context. Candidates who prioritize institutional reform and local development will find this role highly rewarding, while those seeking permanent international civil service status should note the NPSA contract nature.
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