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Community Programme Specialist

Remote Community Programme Specialist (US-Based)

Are you a passionate professional who excels at fostering collaboration and sharing knowledge within the food systems sector? The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) actively seeks a Remote Community Specialist to join their team. Indeed, this is a fantastic opportunity; you can make a global impact right from your home base in the USA.

As a Remote Community Specialist, you’ll proactively lead and oversee the operations of the Food Systems Community. Furthermore, you will establish crucial knowledge management services for multi-country programs. Consequently, your expertise will directly contribute to improving food and agricultural commodity sectors, ultimately enhancing livelihoods and protecting vital ecosystems. This remote specialist role requires strong community-building skills.

Key Responsibilities for a Remote Community Specialist

You will take on significant responsibilities in this community specialist role.

• Community Leadership: You’ll lead the Food Systems Community. Specifically, you’ll ensure smooth operations, high-quality virtual learning events, and continually improve the Digital Collaborative Knowledge Platform.
• Knowledge Management: You will establish and refine knowledge management, coordination, and monitoring mechanisms for multi-country programs. Moreover, you’ll support technical experts and effectively ensure all contractual deliverables are met.
• Capacity Development: You’ll organize and coordinate impactful capacity development and learning events. Therefore, you will effectively capture and disseminate valuable lessons learned.

Remote Community Programme Specialist Job (US-Based)

Why Join UNDP as a Community Development Professional?

Joining UNDP offers unique benefits for a Remote Community Specialist.

• Global Impact: You’ll directly contribute to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), actively working towards eradicating poverty and promoting sustainable development worldwide.
• Remote Work Flexibility: Enjoy the convenience and autonomy of a home-based position. This allows the remote specialist to manage their work-life balance effectively.
• Collaborative Environment: You will engage with a diverse network of international organizations, governments, businesses, and civil society.
• Professional Growth: Expand your horizons and diversify your experiences within a leading global development organization.

Qualifications for This Remote Specialist Role

We seek specific qualifications for this Remote Community Specialist role.

• Education: A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (Economics, Science, Humanities, etc.) is essential. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience also qualifies you.
• Experience: You need a minimum of five to seven years of professional experience in food and agricultural commodities. Additionally, you must have a strong background in knowledge management and organizing learning events.
• Languages: Fluency in oral and written English is mandatory. Furthermore, fluency in oral and written French or Spanish offers a significant advantage.

If you’re ready to make a significant difference in global food systems as a Remote Community Specialist, we encourage you to apply!

Frequently Asked Questions about this Opportunity

Q: Is this position truly remote and open to candidates anywhere in the USA? A: Yes, this is a home-based position. Therefore, we strongly encourage qualified candidates residing in the United States to apply.

Q: What kind of experience does the UNDP seek in a Remote Community Specialist? A: We actively seek professionals with significant experience in food and agricultural commodities, a strong background in knowledge management, and a proven ability to organize and facilitate learning events. Importantly, experience with digital community platforms is highly desired for this remote specialist position.

Q: What is the primary focus of the Food Systems Community mentioned in the job description? A: The Food Systems Community functions as a collaborative learning space for global change-makers and practitioners. They actively use it to test, shape, share, and learn good practices and solutions for the future of food systems. This is a core function for the Community Specialist.

Q: Are there opportunities for career advancement within UNDP for this role? A: UNDP commits to professional development. While specific advancement paths vary, the organization generally encourages continuous learning and growth within its Global Policy Network.