Tiered Approach

In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:

• Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
• Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
• Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
• Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates

Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.

Background

UNDP provides integrated programmatic, policy and financing solutions to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this context, UNDP has created a Global Policy Network (GPN), a network of field-based and global technical expertise across a wide range of knowledge domains and in support of the signature solutions and organizational capabilities envisioned in the Strategic Plan. The Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) and the Crisis Bureau (CB) are the two anchor Bureaux of the GPN.

In this context, the newly established Governance, Rule of Law, and Peacebuilding (GRP) Hub, a joint endeavour with the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS), provides leadership and advisory services to enhance UNDP’s impact on governance and peacebuilding, ensuring the integration of democratic governance and human rights into crisis response and recovery. The Hub aims to build an integrated portfolio collaboratively between the CB and BPPS and establish partnerships with various stakeholders including the UN System, IFIs, civil society, and the private sector. 

Through Local Action, the GRP Hub seeks to contribute to peace and development, achieving a visible impact on communities and improving lives by delivering integrated solutions that harness global expertise and partnerships. The Local Action Unit works closely with local and regional governments as key development players, highlighting their role as public service implementers, as drivers of innovation and the closest institution to people. 

Local and regional governments are already responsible of over 65% of the SDG targets, most of them linked to basic service provision from water, sanitation, mobility, climate action, health or education. Cities and territories are playing a big part on the implementation of SDGs, that are becoming a new tool for strategic planning and budgeting in the mid to long-term. Since 2015, local governments and their associations have been increasingly active in promoting the SDGs through advocacy, working with their local population and partners in transposing the spirit of Agenda 2030 in cities and territories. Local Governments have also started to use SDGs as a strategic framework to deliver better and more innovative public services linked to SDG targets and indicators. As part of the SDG Local Action project, UNDP is one of the implementing partners of the Mayors Challenge, a global initiative to reimagine the most essential services that cities deliver to residents.

Within this context, for the strengthening and formalization of the fish value chain in Muave and surrounding urban markets, ensuring: Reduced post-harvest losses, Improved quality standards, Increased income generation, Sustainable and inclusive business models, Integration with urban infrastructure investments, the SDG Local Action project is seeking to recruit  a Project Clerk to support the implementation of the 2025 Mayors Challenge in the city of Beira, Mozambique, one of the winners of the 2025 Mayors Challenge. The Productive Relocation Project based on the Fish Value Chain in Beira aims to implement an integrated model of productive relocation and climate resilience, relocating vulnerable coastal families from Praia Nova to Muave city areas, while strengthening the fish value chain, building resilient housing, and promoting inclusive economic development aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

Duties and Responsibilities

Scope of work

Under the supervision of the Project Supervisor, Beira Mayors Challenge the Project Clerk will:

A. Provide field and stakeholder support by:

• Assisting in collecting data and and following up on all project field activities related to the fisheries value chain;
• Supporting communication and coordination with fishers, traders, processors, cooperatives, and other local stakeholders;
• Assisting in organizing meetings, consultations, and site visits with relevant actors.

B. Support data collection by:

• Assisting in collecting and organizing basic information on fish production, processing, handling, and commercialization;
• Supporting the compilation of simple field data and market information for decision making and project implementation;
• Assisting the technical team in identifying operational issues affecting project activities in the field..

C. Support value chain activities by:

• Supporting project activities aimed at improving fish handling, hygiene, and product quality;
• Assisting in activities related to reducing post-harvest losses and improving basic market practices;
• Supporting the implementation of simple livelihood and value addition activities under the guidance of the project technical team.

D. Support training and logistics by:

• Assisting in organizing training sessions, workshops, and awareness activities for fishers and other value chain actors;
• Supporting the preparation and distribution of training materials and guidance documents;
• Helping maintain attendance lists, activity records, and other supporting documentation..

E. Support Documentation and reporting

• Maintaining organized records of field visits, meetings, and project activities;
• Assisting in preparing simple summaries, activity notes, and supporting inputs for project reports;
• Supporting documentation of implementation progress, challenges, and lessons learned at field level.

F. Support knowledge sharing 

• Make sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Institutional arrangements

The Fisheries Value Chain Project Clerk will report directly to the Project Analyst, Beira Mayors Challenge.

Competencies

Core Competencies: 

Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.

Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements. 

Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.

Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible. 

Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident.

Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships.

Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination.

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies 

Business Management: Communication

• Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience;
• Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.

Business Management: Working with Evidence and Data

• Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making.

Business Management: Monitoring & Evaluation

• Ability to systematically monitor results of strategies, programmes, and activities with a view to make sure that they are being implemented effectively;
•  Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback and reporting on the consistency or discrepancy between planned activities and programme management and results;
• Ability to make independent judgment of the management and results of strategies, programmes and activities based on set criteria and benchmark, keeping in mind the needs and concerns of client, current and upcoming;
• Knowledge and understanding of monitoring and evaluation frameworks, concepts, methodologies, systems, processes, and tools. Ability to make an independent judgement based on set criteria and benchmarks. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.

Agenda: Prosperity Inclusive Growth 

• Local Economic Development.

2030 Agenda: Planet Inclusive Growth 

• Green Economy.

2030 Agenda: Peace: Conflict Prevention, Peacebuilding and Responsive Institutions    

• Local Governance Innovations.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Minimum education requirements

• Secondary education is required; or
• A university degree (bachelor´s degree) in Fisheries, Aquaculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Economics, Business Management, Marine Sciences, will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. 

Experience:

Min. years of relevant work experience

• Minimum four (4) years (with secondary education) or one (1) year (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant professional experience in operational support or technical assistance in fisheries, aquaculture, agribusiness, or related development projects; work with fishers, cooperatives, producers, traders, or local market actors; support to community-based livelihoods or local economic development activities.

Required skills

• Experience in data collection, compilation, and reporting;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel;

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

• Experience supporting community engagement and stakeholder coordination activities;
• Experience working with development projects, NGOs, municipalities, or international organizations;
• Experience related to fisheries value chains, post-harvest handling, fish marketing, or livelihoods support;
• Experience and knowledge of the local fisheries context in Beira and surrounding areas.

Required Language(s)

• Fluency in Portuguese and English is required.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, 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.

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