Programme Oversight Support Officer

About the role

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), in partnership with the United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO), is seeking a Programme Oversight Support Officer. The role focuses on governance facilitation, coordination, accountability and oversight support for SIARP 2.0, without direct programme implementation responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Review programme documents, reports and financial summaries for compliance with governance frameworks.
• Support structured review and clearance processes, track timelines, reporting obligations and governance milestones.
• Prepare analytical briefs and summaries for senior leadership.
• Track decisions, action points and commitments from governance bodies and maintain organized documentation for audits and evaluations.
• Facilitate information flow between the Programme Coordination Unit and UNDCO.
• Support engagement with UN entities, the African Union Commission and donors, preparing coordination briefs and background materials.
• Monitor governance‑related risks, follow up on audit recommendations and support fiduciary oversight.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, international relations, development studies, finance, economics or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in programme oversight, governance, monitoring, reporting or accountability; experience in international development or humanitarian contexts is preferred.
• Working knowledge of English and French.

Required skills

What we offer

• Volunteer Living Allowance of US$2,875 – US$3,325 per month.
• Benefits package designed to ensure a secure standard of living at the duty station.