UNOPS

In Latin America and the Caribbean, UNOPS operates across 23 countries, delivering high-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. UNOPS focuses on building and improving resilient infrastructure—including roads, bridges, public facilities, sanitation systems, and housing—to enhance quality of life and foster inclusive growth. UNOPS also supports public health by procuring essential medicines and medical equipment, ensuring broader access to healthcare services. By strengthening institutional capacities, UNOPS promotes transparent, efficient, and equitable public management. As a trusted partner to governments and development stakeholders, UNOPS aligns its interventions with national priorities, helping countries advance the Sustainable Development Goals through practical, results-driven support.

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Com sede no Brasil, o Escritório Multi-País do UNOPS para o Cone Sul (SCMCO) também supervisiona operações na Argentina, Paraguai e Uruguai, apoiando prioridades nacionais e metas de desenvolvimento em toda a sub-região.

Na Argentina, o UNOPS fortalece as instituições públicas ao fornecer assistência técnica em planejamento, aquisições e supervisão de projetos de infraestrutura — particularmente em edifícios públicos — e ao desenvolver capacidades em compras públicas, com foco em inovação tecnológica.

No Brasil, onde o UNOPS atua desde 2012, o escritório colabora com agências da ONU, instituições financeiras e órgãos governamentais em todos os níveis para entregar serviços em saúde, educação, urbanização, reabilitação social, PPPs e fortalecimento institucional. O UNOPS desempenhou um papel fundamental na resposta à pandemia de COVID-19 e gerencia atualmente 17 projetos ativos no país.

Seu trabalho enfatiza a transparência, a eficiência operacional e a gestão orientada por resultados, alinhando-se às necessidades estratégicas e operacionais de seus parceiros. Em todo o Cone Sul, o UNOPS promove o desenvolvimento sustentável ao aprimorar as capacidades nacionais e apoiar a entrega de infraestrutura inclusiva e de alto impacto.

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Based in Brazil, the UNOPS Southern Cone Multi-Country Office (SCMCO) also oversees operations in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, supporting national priorities and development goals across the subregion. In Argentina, UNOPS strengthens public institutions by providing technical assistance in planning, procurement, and oversight of infrastructure projects—particularly in public buildings—and building capacity in public procurement, with a focus on technological innovation. In Brazil, where UNOPS has operated since 2012, the office collaborates with UN agencies, financial institutions, and government bodies at all levels to deliver services in health, education, urbanization, social rehabilitation, PPPs, and institutional strengthening. UNOPS has played a key role in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and currently manages 17 active projects across the country. Its work emphasizes transparency, operational efficiency, and results-driven management while aligning with the strategic and operational needs of its partners. Across the Southern Cone, UNOPS promotes sustainable development by enhancing national capabilities and supporting the delivery of high-impact, inclusive infrastructure.

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A carteira de PPPs do UNOPS Brasil é diversa e se destaca pela capacidade de estruturar soluções inovadoras para a área de  infraestrutura social dos Estados e municípios, com foco no desenvolvimento sustentável e nas reais necessidades das pessoas. Atuando como parceiro estratégico, o UNOPS concebe PPPs que combinam eficiência e impacto social.

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UNOPS Brazil's PPP portfolio is diverse and stands out for its ability to structure innovative solutions for the social infrastructure of states and municipalities, focusing on sustainable development and the real needs of the people. Acting as a strategic partner, UNOPS designs PPPs that combine efficiency and social impact.

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O Project Management Support Specialist - Econômico PPPs  coordena e provê assistência técnica especializada no desenvolvimento, na implementação e na revisão de instrumentos econômicos aplicados a projetos de PPP, apoiando o setor público,  União, Estados e municípios, no fortalecimento de suas unidades de PPP. A função assegura a qualidade técnica das entregas, articula-se com parceiros e partes interessadas e garante o alinhamento dos produtos às políticas da UNOPS e aos padrões acordados com os parceiros.

Atua no desenvolvimento de ferramentas para estruturação, monitoramento e análise de projetos, na modelagem de mecanismos de garantia para compromissos financeiros do governo e no fortalecimento da capacidade institucional para o financiamento e a modelagem de projetos de grande escala. Por meio de estudos aprofundados, modelos de estruturação e ações de capacitação das equipes parceiras, a função contribui para que os projetos alcancem seus objetivos, consolidem parcerias estratégicas e apoiem as metas operacionais da UNOPS.

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The Project Management Support Specialist - Economic PPPs coordinates and provides specialized technical assistance in the development, implementation, and review of economic instruments applied to PPP projects, supporting the public sector, including the federal, state, and municipal governments, in strengthening their PPP units. The role ensures the technical quality of deliverables, liaises with partners and stakeholders, and guarantees the alignment of products with UNOPS policies and standards agreed upon with partners.

It works on developing tools for structuring, monitoring, and analyzing projects, modeling guarantee mechanisms for government financial commitments, and strengthening institutional capacity for financing and modeling large-scale projects. Through in-depth studies, structuring models, and capacity-building actions for partner teams, the role contributes to projects achieving their objectives, consolidating strategic partnerships, and supporting UNOPS' operational goals.

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Requisitos obrigatórios

• Graduação (ou equivalente) em Economia ou área correlata com 7 anos de experiência relevante; OU 
• Mestrado (ou equivalente) em Economia, preferencialmente com ênfase em Finanças, Contabilidade ou áreas correlatas, com 5 anos de experiência

Desejáveis

• Certificação em modelagem financeira de PPPs  
• Certificações em contabilidade e finanças de projetos.

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Required

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Economics or a related field with 7 years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree (or equivalent) in Economics, preferably with an emphasis in Finance, Accounting, or related fields, with 5 years of experience

Desirable

• Certification in PPP financial modeling Certifications in project accounting and finance.

Obrigatória

• 07 anos de experiência, se graduado em economia ou área correlata; OU 05 anos de experiência, se mestre; na área econômica relacionada a modelagem de grandes projetos de infraestrutura, incluindo  02 experiências de projetos que tenham sido publicados
• Experiência em, pelo menos,  duas das seguintes áreas:
  •  Desenvolvimento de estudos de viabilidade econômica de projetos de infraestrutura tradicional e PPPs;
  • Conhecimento de políticas públicas na área de desenvolvimento da infraestrutura;
  • Apoio na criação e estabelecimento de unidades de PPP;
  • Desenvolvimento de arranjos de financiamento nos setores de rodovias, portos, aeroportos, saúde, entre outros;
  • Participação em licitações de grandes projetos de infraestrutura, com conhecimento sólido de editais, contratos e demais documentos legais, assim como de todas as fases do processo;
  • Trabalho em projetos financiados, patrocinados ou apoiados por organismos multilaterais, tais como Banco Mundial, IDB, IFC, CAF, etc.
  • Manipulação e análise de dados e indicadores econômico-financeiros de PPPs em Excel.
  • É necessário nível intermediário de manejo de planilhas (Excel ou Google Sheets).

Desejável

• Experiência anterior no Sistema ONU será considerada um diferencial.

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Required

• 7 years of experience if holding a degree in economics or a related field; OR 5 years of experience if holding a master's degree; in the economic area related to the modeling of large infrastructure projects, including 2 experiences with projects that have been published
• Experience in at least two of the following areas:
  • Development of economic feasibility studies for traditional infrastructure projects and PPPs;
  • Knowledge of public policies in the area of infrastructure development;
  • Support in the creation and establishment of PPP units;
  • Development of financing arrangements in the sectors of highways, ports, airports, health, among others;
  • Participation in tenders for large infrastructure projects, with solid knowledge of bidding documents, contracts and other legal documents, as well as all phases of the process;
  • Work on projects financed, sponsored or supported by multilateral organizations, such as the World Bank, IDB, IFC, CAF, etc.
  • Manipulation and analysis of economic and financial data and indicators of PPPs in Excel.
  • Intermediate level of spreadsheet skills (Excel or Google Sheets) is required.

Desirable

• Previous experience in the UN system will be considered a plus.

• UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. 
• UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process, which may include various assessments. 
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range of nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain and strengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive working environment where all personnel are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities.
• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process and welcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities.
• We are committed to enabling all candidates to perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require support or reasonable accommodation to complete any assessment, please inform our human resources team upon receiving your invitation.
• UNOPS has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct, including discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment. To uphold these standards, background checks are conducted for all final candidates to help ensure that individuals with a history of such conduct are not hired. By applying for a position with UNOPS, candidates acknowledge and consent to these verification processes.
  

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here. 
• For more details about the contract types, please click here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda. 
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.