Role Description The Capacity Development Assistant supports the delivery of learning programmes, onsite trainings, learning solutions, and services for UN Volunteers globally. The incumbent performs various duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. Qualifications - Completion of secondary education - Specialized training/course in learning, capacity development, or related fields - University degree is desirable, but not a requirement Requirements - A minimum of three (5) years (with high school diploma) or 2 years (with bachelor's degree) of practical and relevant work experience at national or international level in learning, capacity development, event planning/support, administrative support, or related fields - Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), database packages, web-based management systems, and learning management systems - Experience in providing administrative and logistical support for learning and development programmes - Experience supporting the delivery of online workshops and webinars through Zoom & MS Teams Benefits - UNDP NPSA contract for the successful candidate Competencies - CORE Competencies: - Achieve Results: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline - Think Innovatively: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements - Learn Continuously: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback - Adapt with Agility: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible - Act with Determination: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident - Engage and Partner: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships - Enable Diversity and Inclusion: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination - Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies: - System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgment to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system - Knowledge Facilitation: Ability to animate individuals and communities of contributors to participate and share, particularly externally - Communication: Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication - L&D Planning: Ability to identify organizational learning priorities aligned with the business strategy - Digital L&D: Ability to use technologies and leverage them for learning Language Requirements - Fluency in English and French - Knowledge of another official UN Language is an asset Disclaimer - Only short-listed applicants will be contacted - This vacancy announcement is open to Tier 1 and 2 candidates only Equal Opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. Sexual Harassment, Exploitation, and Abuse of Authority UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. Right to Select Multiple Candidates UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience, and educational requirements. Scam Alert UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert .