The United Nations and the Government of Pakistan have agreed on a Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (CF) for the period 2023–2027. Through this partnership, the UN is supporting the Government’s key development goals. As part of the agreement’s implementation, dedicated coordination roles have been established at the provincial level to strengthen collaboration between the UN and provincial governments.
These Provincial Coordinators are tasked with improving strategic alignment and cooperation to ensure the CF is effectively implemented on the ground. Their main objective is to foster a more integrated and streamlined approach to district-level development, helping to avoid duplication of efforts across different agencies. While they do not participate in technical discussions or project execution, they play a vital role in ensuring coordination between the UN and local authorities. They also work closely with the co-chairs of the UN Provincial Programme Teams (PPT).
Under the One UN initiative, the Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) has taken on a stronger leadership role to guide and coordinate the efforts of the UN system in Pakistan. The RCO is actively working to support Pakistan in meeting its international development commitments, particularly the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As one of the first pilot countries for the One UN approach, Pakistan benefits from a more unified, effective, and value-driven UN presence.
Working under the overall guidance of the Head of the RCO and in collaboration with the PPT co-chairs, Provincial Coordinators provide vital coordination support at the provincial level, ensuring that the CF is implemented in alignment with local priorities and development needs.
Provincial Coordination Officer – Summary of Role
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Provincial Coordination Officer |
| Supervision | Reports to Head of RC Office |
| Duty Station | Provincial Level, Pakistan |
| Main Purpose | Strategic coordination of UN Cooperation Framework (CF) implementation with provincial stakeholders and alignment with local development priorities. |
Key Duties and Responsibilities
| Category | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Strategic Coordination | – Support CF implementation at provincial level- Advise PPT on aligning UN interventions with CF- Promote Results-Based Management and coordinate with PMEL group- Support PPT in planning and reporting- Ensure PPT’s involvement in CCA- Establish coordination on gender, youth, and disability inclusion- Map UN activities against provincial government priorities- Support provincial AAP committees |
| Coordination with Government | – Liaise with provincial govt. to identify priorities and inform PPT, RCO Head, and RC- Organize CF Steering Committee meetings (at least annually)- Arrange meetings between senior UN leadership, provincial govt., and development partners- Coordinate with BOS, inter-provincial bodies, and other ministries- Maintain mapping of development partners in province |
| Support to Humanitarian Work | – Support PSEAH workplan and co-chairs- Plan and coordinate RC missions to districts- Support preparation for high-level UN missions- Liaise with OCHA and humanitarian actors- Serve as humanitarian focal point at field level- Provide strategic input on humanitarian coordination- Organize meetings with PDMAs, UN, and relief partners- Support humanitarian access through coordination with local authorities- Participate in emergency needs assessments if required |
| Knowledge Management & Communications | – Set up/manage TEAMS workspace for UN documents- Collaborate with UNIC for visibility and joint communications- Facilitate inter-agency knowledge sharing- Collect data to improve coordination, reporting, and analysis |
Core Competencies
| Competency | Description |
|---|---|
| Achieve Results | Plans and monitors own work, meets deadlines |
| Think Innovatively | Encourages creative ideas and solves problems pragmatically |
| Learn Continuously | Curious, open to feedback and knowledge sharing |
| Adapt with Agility | Embraces change, handles ambiguity with flexibility |
| Act with Determination | Works confidently and steadily under pressure |
| Engage and Partner | Builds strong relationships with empathy and respect |
| Enable Diversity & Inclusion | Appreciates diversity and addresses bias or discrimination |
Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies
| Area | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Management | Planning, organizing, and resource control to achieve goals |
| Risk Management | Proactively identify and address risks |
| Partnership Management | Develop and manage stakeholder networks |
| Communication | Strong written and verbal communication; use of media and digital channels |
| Strategic Engagement | Gain buy-in from high-level stakeholders for key initiatives |
| Relationship Management | Build trust and collaboration with diverse partners |
Required Education
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | In Political/Social Sciences, Law, International Relations or related fields OR |
| Bachelor’s Degree | With additional 2 years of relevant experience in lieu of a Master’s |
Experience Requirements
| With Master’s Degree | No experience required |
|---|---|
| With Bachelor’s Degree | Minimum 2 years of experience in advisory, project design, or M&E of development projects |
| Additional Experience | – Experience with UN/development sector- Familiarity with joint planning & RBM- Field-level coordination of humanitarian efforts- Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement- Strong report writing and presentation skills- Proven work with diverse groups and cultures |
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