UNDP Hiring Project Manager in Skopje, North Macedonia – Service Contract

September 1, 2025

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UNDP is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee environmental and urban resilience projects in Skopje, North Macedonia. This 12-month service contract focuses on climate adaptation, nature protection, and innovative urban solutions, with a possibility for extension. Apply now to join UNDP’s impactful initiatives on sustainable development and municipal service improvement.

UNDP Hiring Project Manager in Skopje, North Macedonia – Service Contract

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Background & Organizational Context

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN’s global development arm, operating in 180 countries with over 17,000 staff and managing an annual budget of USD 5 billion. The UNDP office in Skopje manages projects in environmental protection, good governance, and social inclusion, with a portfolio worth over USD 15 million annually.

UNDP is seeking a Project Manager to lead two strategic projects in partnership with the City of Skopje:

Resilient Skopje: Enhancing the city’s ability to respond to climate change, air pollution, and environmental challenges while improving municipal services.
ICT for Urban Resilience: Strengthening the City of Skopje’s administrative capacities through innovative ICT solutions and increasing urban resilience.

Key Project Activities

Resilient Skopje Core Activities:

Installing a “green roof” on the GTC shopping center.
Greening the slopes of the Kale Fortress.
Transforming 12 urban blight areas into “green” spaces.
Leading advocacy campaigns to reduce air pollution from wood-burning and other sources.
Upgrading valorization studies for protected areas such as Canyon Matka and Vodno.
Managing municipal research projects, including biotope mapping, groundwater studies, and green corridor designs along the Serava River.
Collaborating with the city’s innovation lab to redesign administrative processes based on citizen input.

ICT for Urban Resilience Core Activities:

Skopje Green Cadaster – Phase III.
Identifying sustainable sources of technical water for industry, private sector, and communal enterprises.
Developing an action plan for urban heat islands and implementing priority actions.
Creating an external plan for technical and technological disasters.
Updating the Register of Underground Wells for Skopje.
Upgrading the Erosion GEO-database and developing thematic GIS maps.
Revising the Vodno erosion and flash flood protection system.
Reporting progress on the implementation of the Resilient Skopje Strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Project Manager will:

Project Management:
- Ensure delivery of technical, operational, financial, and administrative outputs.
- Track progress using monitoring, evaluation, and reporting tools.
- Develop detailed project workplans, including milestones, stakeholder roles, and responsibilities.
- Manage risks and ensure compliance with UNDP’s internal control framework.
- Prepare project progress and financial reports for donors and stakeholders.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Maintain collaborative relationships with municipal authorities, donors, and project partners.
- Coordinate quality assurance of expert inputs and ensure coherence of project activities.
- Identify opportunities to deepen cooperation and address stakeholder needs effectively.
Alignment with UNDP Priorities:
- Ensure gender equality, democratic governance, social inclusion, and disaster resilience in all project activities.
- Promote accessibility for persons with disabilities.
- Collaborate with other UNDP projects to leverage synergies and enhance impact.
- Communicate project objectives and achievements clearly to stakeholders and the public.

Performance Indicators

Successful implementation of project activities aligned with UNDP principles.
Effective guidance and management of project teams.
Funds executed according to Annual Work Plans.
High-quality and timely reporting.
Strengthened linkages with relevant projects and initiatives.

Competencies

Values:

Integrity, fairness, and adherence to UN values.
Sensitivity to cultural, gender, religious, racial, and age diversity.

Core Competencies:

Management & Leadership: Efficient problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.
Innovation: Ability to develop practical solutions, adapt deliverables, and implement new ideas.
Delivery: Commitment to achieving results, anticipating obstacles, and meeting deadlines.
Communication: Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Technical Expertise: Knowledge of environmental protection, climate change, project management tools, and municipal operations.

Required Education & Experience

Education: University degree in Environmental Engineering, Biology, Forestry, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Law, Economics, or related field.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years (or 3 years with a Master’s degree) in environmental protection, nature protection, or climate change.
- Experience in project management, program coordination, and monitoring.
- Familiarity with municipal rules and procedures, especially in Skopje, is an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to liaise with government, NGOs, private sector, and academic institutions.
Languages: Excellent written and spoken English and Macedonian; knowledge of Albanian or other local languages is an advantage.

UNDP Commitment

UNDP values workforce diversity and encourages applications from minorities, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks and must uphold UNDP standards, including zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, harassment, and discrimination.

Keywords

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