Want to gain practical work experience in a reputable organization while making an impact? Here is an exciting opportunity. Applications are invited for the UNDP Project Associate 2026 position. The United Nations, via its official UNV portal, has recently announced the Project Associate position under the volunteer category, specialist UCOs, and seeks applications from talented and motivated male and female applicants from across Pakistan to fill this newly announced position. A prestigious volunteer assignment hosted by UNDP, Islamabad, allows graduates to gain real-world experience while contributing to UNDP projects.
The assignment duration is 5 months, with the possibility of extension. It’s a full-time, paid assignment. The Project Associate will receive a monthly living allowance of PKR 131,371 throughout the assignment. UNDP seeks applications from talented individuals with a minimum bachelor’s degree in social sciences/political sciences, public administration, project management, economics, business administration, or related fields, plus 1 year of relevant work experience. No application fee is required; the application process is online via the official UNV portal. The application window for the position closes on July 9th, 2026. Learn more about the Project Associate position below.
Position Overview
- Host Organization: UNDP
- Eligible nationals: Citizens of Pakistan
- Position: Project Associate
- Duration: 5 Months (Extension Possible)
- Stipend: PKR 131,371/Per Month
- Deadline: July 9th, 2026
About Project Associate Assignment
Under this assignment, the Project Associate will support the Flood recovery programme team in managing day-to-day project implementation, including:
- Design and implementation of project activities
- Work with people from different cultural backgrounds
- Work on real-time project activities alongside FRP project colleagues, government officials, technical advisors, and civil society members to implement the project successfully.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to citizens of Pakistan
- Have completed a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institute
- Academic background in social sciences, political sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, Project management, Economic Administration, or related fields.
- Possess a minimum of one year of relevant work experience
- Age required: 18-80 years of age
- Fluency in the English language; working language of Urdu is desirable
Areas of Expertise
- Strategy
- Programme Development
- Project management
Competencies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Passionate about learning
- Demonstrate leadership potential
- Strong policy analysis, research and reporting skills
- Able to work in a multicultural work environment
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How to Apply for UNDP Project Associate Position?
The application process is online via the official UNV portal. Applicants meeting the required criteria need to visit the official link below, fill out the online application, and submit it. Best of luck!
APPLY FOR UNDP PROJECT ASSOCIATE POSITION
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