Executive Associate - GS6

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

The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) supports the strengthening of national and subnational capacities in Bolivia and promotes the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), human rights and gender equality through technical assistance to achieve sustainable human development by closing gaps and ensuring that no one is left behind. UNDP forges alliances with all levels of society to help build nations that can withstand crises whilst also supporting and sustaining growth that improves the quality of life of everyone. Present on the ground in some 170 countries and territories, it is at the service of people and nations, offering a global perspective and local knowledge. 

UNDP Bolivia seeks to promote environmental sustainability and establish it as a basis on which to build strategies to fight poverty, reduce the vulnerability of the population and support the development of central activities within the Bolivian national economy.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Resident Representative, the Executive Associate ensures effective and efficient functioning of the RR’s and DRR´s office, displaying full confidentiality in all aspects of the assignment, maintenance of protocol procedures, management of information flow and follow-up on deadlines and commitments made. The Executive Associate works in a multitasking environment using sound judgment, tact, sensitivity and confidentiality. 

The Executive Associate works in close collaboration with CO staff, UN Agencies and national authorities to ensure efficient flow of information, actions on instructions, and organized agendas.

Position Purpose

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Resident Representative (RR), the Executive Associate ensures effective and efficient functioning of the RR’s office, full confidentiality...