Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Local Expert / Governance, Compliance and Institutional Coordination for a governance consultancy assignment financed by UNDP in Armenia.
Aninver Development Partners is preparing a proposal for an upcoming UNDP-supported consultancy assignment in Armenia focused on governance, compliance, and institutional strengthening within public investment oversight. The overarching programme aims to enhance institutional frameworks, ensure transparent execution, and strengthen organizational capacities across participating entities in coordination with international financial institutions.
We are currently seeking a qualified Local Expert in Governance, Compliance and Institutional Coordination to support the successful delivery of this 9-month assignment. The expert will play a critical role in facilitating institutional coordination, operationalizing compliance frameworks, and supporting capacity-building activities across national and local public authorities.
Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.
Objectives of the assignment
- Provide expert advisory services on institutional governance, compliance, and organizational strengthening in Armenia.
- Support the operationalization of operational manuals and compliance protocols in line with international financial institution standards.
- Facilitate stakeholder consultations and effective institutional coordination across national, regional, and local authorities.
- Design and deliver competency-based training packages and capacity-building activities for public officials and project stakeholders.
- Establish robust information governance systems and institutional reporting frameworks for transparent monitoring.
Scope of work
- Review existing institutional arrangements, identify capacity gaps, and formulate recommendations for public sector reform and risk management.
- Operationalize operational manuals and establish anti-corruption and compliance protocols meeting international standards.
- Design, deliver, and oversee capacity-building activities and executive-level training programmes for senior public officials and local authorities.
- Create information governance systems and institutional reporting frameworks to support transparent monitoring and oversight.
- Facilitate stakeholder consultations and seamless institutional coordination across regional and local authorities.
- Provide continuous technical advice and support procurement monitoring across donor-financed infrastructure schemes.
Your role as Local Expert / Governance, Compliance and Institutional Coordination
- Support governance reforms, institutional development, and organizational strengthening initiatives within public institutions and project implementation units.
- Coordinate closely with national authorities, regional bodies, and international development partners to ensure alignment.
- Assist in developing operational procedures, governance tools, reporting systems, and compliance frameworks.
- Facilitate stakeholder consultations and collaborative engagements with regional and local authorities.
- Contribute to the design and delivery of targeted training programmes and capacity-building initiatives for public stakeholders.
- Monitor project implementation activities and support transparent institutional reporting.
Requirements
- Education: University degree in Public Administration, Law, Economics, Governance, Political Science, Public Policy, Business Administration, Development Studies, Information Management, or related field. Master's degree is an asset
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience supporting governance reforms, institutional development, public administration, compliance, project management, or organizational strengthening initiatives within government institutions, international organizations, donor-funded projects, or public agencies
- Languages: Not explicitly stated
- National of, or based in, the project country
Desirable
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- Familiarity with public investment oversight and infrastructure development projects in Armenia.
An experienced governance and compliance professional with a strong background in public administration, donor-funded project implementation, and institutional coordination with local authorities in Armenia.
Assignment details
- Location: Armenia
- Financed by: UNDP
- Sector: Governance
- Estimated duration: 9 months
- Expected input: 50 days
- Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)
About Aninver Development Partners
Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.
Why apply
- Join a multidisciplinary team on a UNDP-financed project in Armenia.
- Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
- Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.
How to apply
Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.
Frequently asked questions
Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.
Can I apply if I am not based in the country? This position requires a national of, or a professional based in, the project country.
What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.
