Host entity: UNDP

Volunteer type: National

Areas of expertise: Administration, Project management, programme development, strategy, Community development

Application deadline: 25/08/2026

Mission and objectives

UNDP's mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.

Assignment context

This United Nations Volunteers (UNV) assignment is based within the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Dominica Project Office under the Strengthening Community Resilience within the Kalinago Territory (SCR-K) Project, which is funded by the Government of India through India-UN Development Partnership Fund through the UN Office for South-South Cooperation and implemented by UNDP with the Government of Dominica and the Kalinago Council.

The National UN Volunteer will support the implementation of the Enterprise Development and Low Value Grants Programme under Output 3 – Indigenous Economic Development and Sustainable Tourism.

The Volunteer will coordinate beneficiary engagement, facilitate implementation of the grants programme, support the delivery of technical assistance provided by the project team and assist in monitoring grant implementation to ensure timely and effective delivery of project activities within the Kalinago Territory.

Task description

1. Coordination of the Enterprise Development and Low Value Grants Programme: The Volunteer will support the operational implementation of the Enterprise Development and Low Value Grants Programme by: Coordinating outreach and sensitization activities for prospective applicants. Organizing information sessions and beneficiary orientation meetings. Responding to enquiries from applicants and beneficiaries. Receiving, registering and tracking grant applications. Maintaining the grants management database and beneficiary records. Coordinating the administrative aspects of the grants process. Supporting the organization of Grant Selection Committee meetings. Preparing meeting documentation, attendance records and minutes. Facilitating communication with applicants throughout the application process.

2. Beneficiary Coordination and Technical Support: Working closely with the Lead Technical Consultant, the Volunteer will: Coordinate beneficiary scheduling for enterprise assessments and mentoring sessions. Arrange field visits, consultations and stakeholder meetings. Support implementation of Enterprise Improvement Plans developed by the Technical Consultant. Monitor follow-up actions arising from technical recommendations. Coordinate communication between beneficiaries, consultants and project partners. Assist beneficiaries in fulfilling grant implementation requirements. Identify implementation bottlenecks and escalate issues to the Project Analyst. *Note: The Volunteer will facilitate implementation of technical activities but will not be responsible for providing technical advisory services.

3. Grant Implementation Monitoring: The Volunteer will support monitoring of grant-funded activities by: Conducting routine field visits to beneficiary enterprises. Tracking implementation progress against agreed milestones. Verifying delivery of grant-funded goods, services and activities. Collecting beneficiary progress updates and supporting documentation. Maintaining implementation records and monitoring trackers. Reporting implementation issues requiring management attention.

4. Stakeholder Engagement and Programme Administration - The Volunteer will support effective coordination among project stakeholders by: Coordinating meetings, workshops and stakeholder consultations related to the Enterprise Development Programme. Supporting implementation of enterprise development activities delivered by the Lead Technical Consultant. Assisting with logistics for training sessions, workshops and promotional events. Supporting project communications by documenting activities and collecting photographs and beneficiary testimonials. Maintaining organized programme records and filing systems. Providing administrative and logistical support for Output 3 implementation.

5. Enterprise Development and Beneficiary Support: Working under the technical guidance of the Lead Consultant, the National UN Volunteer will support the implementation of enterprise development activities by: Coordinating enterprise assessments, mentoring sessions and training workshops. Supporting the preparation and implementation of Enterprise Improvement Plans. Coordinating beneficiary participation in capacity-building activities. Maintaining records of training, mentoring and beneficiary progress. Following up with beneficiaries on implementation of technical recommendations. Facilitating communication between beneficiaries, the Consultant and project partners. Identifying implementation challenges and escalating them to the Consultant and Project Analyst. Documenting enterprise progress, success stories and lessons learned. *Note: The National UN Volunteer will provide operational and coordination support and will not be responsible for delivering technical advisory services.

6. Communications, Visibility and Knowledge Management: The National UN Volunteer will support communications and visibility for Output 3 by: Developing beneficiary success stories, case studies and human-interest features. Capturing photographs and short videos of project activities and beneficiaries. Drafting content for newsletters, social media, press releases and web stories in collaboration with the UNDP Communications Team. Supporting implementation of project visibility activities in accordance with UNDP branding guidelines. Coordinating media and stakeholder participation during project events, training activities and enterprise showcases. Supporting documentation of lessons learned, best practices and project achievements. Maintaining a repository of communication materials, photographs and knowledge products to support project reporting and close-out.

Skills and experience

Project or programme coordination:

·Community engagement and stakeholder mobilization.
·Enterprise development or business support services.
·Small business or MSME development.
·Grant or livelihood programme implementation.
·Tourism or community-based tourism implementation.
·Monitoring of development projects.
·Community development or rural livelihood development.

Experience working with Indigenous communities, community organizations, or vulnerable populations will be considered as assets.

Required Competencies:

·Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
·Strong organizational and coordination abilities.
·Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
·Ability to build positive relationships with communities and stakeholders.
·Strong written and verbal communication skills.
·Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
·High level of professionalism, integrity and accountability.

Technical Skills

·Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
·Experience maintaining databases or project tracking tools.
·Ability to prepare detailed meeting minutes and concise reports.
·Experience organizing workshops, consultations and community meetings.

Desirable Assets

·Experience with or knowledge of Indigenous peoples or community development programmes.
·Experience with or knowledge of tourism or hospitality development.
·Experience with or knowledge of enterprise development and entrepreneurship.
·Experience with or knowledge of climate resilience or sustainable livelihoods projects.
·Experience with or knowledge of Government agencies, NGOs, or international development organizations.
·Experience with or knowledge of the Kalinago Territory or similar rural community settings.
·Familiarity with social media or communications tools.

Competencies and values

· Accountability

· Adaptability and flexibility

· Creativity

· Judgement and decision-making

· Planning and organizing

· Professionalism

· Self-management

Living conditions

The duty station is the UNDP Dominica Project Office, located in Roseau. The office is situated in a secure building with controlled access and is equipped with the facilities necessary to support project implementation. Official transportation is available for project-related travel. The volunteer's work will primarily take place in communities within the Kalinago Territory and other field locations as required. Travel between Roseau and the field is generally accessible by road, although occasional travel may be affected by weather conditions, particularly during the Atlantic hurricane season (June to November). Dominica is a peaceful Caribbean Island nation with a tropical climate characterized by warm temperatures throughout the year and seasonal rainfall. The country offers a rich cultural environment and is widely recognized for its natural beauty, biodiversity, and strong community traditions. Volunteers will be expected to demonstrate respect for local customs and cultural practices, especially when engaging with indigenous Kalinago communities. Basic goods, accommodation, banking services, mobile communications, internet connectivity, healthcare services, electricity, and potable water are available in Roseau and major communities.

Accommodation options include apartments, guesthouses, and private rentals. While services are generally reliable, occasional interruptions to utilities and communications may occur following severe weather events. Medical facilities are available in Roseau, including the Dominica China Friendship Hospital and several private clinics. More specialized medical services may require travel to neighboring countries. Dominica offers an interesting and rewarding working environment for volunteers seeking meaningful community engagement and sustainable development experience. The assignment requires flexibility, adaptability, cultural sensitivity, and a willingness to travel regularly to rural communities. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work closely with local stakeholders while contributing to initiatives that support resilience, environmental sustainability, and community development. You may check the full benefits and allowances applicable to the duty station using the UVP calculator. Please see the Conditions of Service for UN Volunteers for more information and details.

Full eligibility requirements, conditions of service and application instructions are available on the official UNV platform.