Programme Manager, Sarawak Programme

The duty station is Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

Malaysian Nationals only. Qualified candidates who have legal residence in Sarawak are strongly encouraged.

Background

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the backbone of the UN development system and its premier development agency, partnering with countries to advance sustainable development through policy, technical expertise, implementation, and global partnerships. With a universal mandate and presence in over 170 countries and territories, UNDP works with governments to address complex challenges, strengthen institutions, and deliver inclusive, broad-based growth.
UNDP has partnered with Malaysia for more than six decades, contributing to its transition to an upper-middle-income economy. This partnership has spanned governance, energy, environment, biodiversity, climate, digitalisation, and inclusive growth, evolving from stand-alone projects to integrated solutions delivering systemic national impact.
The UNDP Country Office serves Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei Darussalam, leveraging regional expertise and cross-border innovation. Work in Malaysia focuses on national priorities, in Singapore on digital innovation, and in Brunei on strategic technical cooperation. This multi-country platform positions the Country Office as both a national partner and regional connector.

The Country Programme Document (2026–2030) for Malaysia sets out the next phase of engagement. It reinforces UNDP’s role as a trusted advisor and delivery partner advancing scalable, results-driven solutions for inclusive prosperity, sustainability, and resilience.
UNDP and the State Government of Sarawak are pursuing a multi-year partnership to support integrated and sustainable development outcomes. The Sarawak Programme brings together ongoing initiatives and pipeline initiatives across multiple thematic areas to strengthen policy coherence, maximize synergies, and ensure cost-effectiv