Job Title: Technical Specialist
Location: Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Agency: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Job ID: 28067
Grade: IPSA-10
Contract Type: International Personnel Service Agreement (IPSA)
Practice Area: Governance
Contract Duration: 1 Year
Application Deadline: 01 August 2025, 10:59 AM
Posting Date: 24 July 2025
Job Schedule: Full-time
Bureau: Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific

About UNDP
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN’s global development network, advocating for sustainable development, poverty reduction, and climate resilience. In Lao PDR, UNDP supports inclusive growth, effective governance, and public sector innovation aligned with national priorities and the SDGs.

Position Overview
UNDP Lao PDR is seeking an experienced Technical Specialist to support the implementation of the LEAP Programme (Lao PDR Efficiency and Accessibility to Public Services). The programme aims to enhance the efficiency, inclusivity, and accessibility of public services, particularly through digital transformation and strengthened local governance.

This position will be based in the UNDP Country Office in Vientiane.

Key Responsibilities

Technical and Policy Support

• Provide expert technical advice and policy support in governance, digital transformation, and gender equality

• Lead dialogues and partnerships with stakeholders, contributing to national policy development

• Serve as Gender Focal Point for the Country Office and oversee implementation of the Gender Equality Action Plan

• Support digital innovation within UNDP’s governance portfolio

Project Implementation and Coordination

• Oversee effective implementation of project activities in line with approved work plans and budgets

• Supervise consultants and provide technical leadership to the project team

• Monitor project risks and provide timely recommendations and reports

• Ensure quality control of technical deliverables and project outputs

Partnerships and Resource Mobilization

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with government, civil society, donors, and other UN agencies

• Represent UNDP in relevant forums and support resource mobilization efforts

• Identify funding opportunities and contribute to donor engagement strategies

Knowledge Management and Capacity Building

• Organize training sessions and technical support for project personnel

• Document lessons learned, case studies, and best practices

• Contribute to knowledge networks and communities of practice related to governance and public service reform

Required Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Development Studies, Public Administration, or a related field with at least 5 years of experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience will be considered

Experience

• Proven track record in technical advisory roles within public administration, governance, or digitalization

• Experience in gender equality programming and policy advocacy

• Strong understanding of donor-funded project implementation, M&E, and risk management

• Experience working in an international development context, preferably with the UN

Skills

• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills

• Proficient in MS Office, web-based tools, and data management systems

• Strong partnership development and stakeholder engagement skills

Languages

• Fluency in English is required

• Knowledge of another UN language is desirable

Competencies

• Strategic thinking, innovation, and systems approach

• Project management and risk mitigation

• Gender mainstreaming and digital transformation

• Multi-stakeholder engagement and resource mobilization

Equal Opportunity
UNDP is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.

Application Process
Apply online through the UNDP Careers Portal before 01 August 2025 at 10:59 AM:
https://www.undp.org/careers

Important Note
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