Project Coordination Specialist at UNDP Nepal

📌 Vacancy Announcement: Project Coordination Specialist (NPSA-10), UNDP Nepal

UNDP is seeking a Project Coordination Specialist to lead day-to-day implementation of a major GLOF risk reduction project, working closely with government partners to deliver results that protect lives, ecosystems, and infrastructure.

UNDP encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. Recruitment is based strictly on merit and suitability, with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace. ✊🏻

What you’ll do?

• Lead and coordinate a Project Management Unit based in Kathmandu

• Plan, manage, and monitor project activities, budgets, procurement, and reporting

• Coordinate with government institutions, UN agencies, consultants, and partners

• Support early warning systems, disaster risk reduction, capacity building, and safeguards

• Ensure gender equality and social inclusion are fully integrated across project actions

  Eligibility & experience

• Master’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant project management experience OR

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience

• Strong background in project planning, coordination, reporting, and stakeholder engagement

• Experience in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, or donor-funded projects is an asset

• Good command of English and Nepali required

📍 Location: Kathmandu, Nepal

📅 Apply by: 11 February 2026

⏳ Contract: 1 year | Full-time

For more details, visit the official website: https://www.undp.org/nepal