IT Project Analyst – Short-Term

About the role

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a short‑term IT Project Analyst to support the EDMITE project, which modernises Moldova's electoral digital systems. The analyst will coordinate the end‑to‑end management of a portfolio of electoral IT applications, ensuring they meet functional requirements and UNDP project standards.

Key responsibilities

• Translate institutional needs into detailed technical specifications for electoral systems.
• Coordinate and supervise external development teams, guiding development cycles and monitoring deliverables.
• Integrate independent third‑party Quality Assurance services, overseeing load, stress and performance testing.
• Monitor project progress, ensure compliance with UNDP project management standards, and report on risks and issues.
• Maintain documentation and support knowledge transfer for sustainable system operation.

Required profile

• Proven experience in managing IT projects, preferably in public sector or electoral environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to convert policy needs into technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities to work with multiple stakeholders.

Required skills

• Project management
• Quality Assurance
• Load testing
• Stress testing
• Performance validation

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to democratic resilience in Moldova.
• Collaboration with international experts and local electoral authorities.
• Short‑term contract with exposure to cutting‑edge electoral IT systems.