Programme Assistant

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is a global champion for gender equality, established to advocate for women's rights and gender equality across the globe. The organization operates in multiple countries, including Morocco, where it focuses on eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving equality between genders. UN Women works closely with national partners to promote women's leadership and political participation, and to support the adoption of legislation and policies that foster gender equality. The Morocco Country Office is dedicated to implementing gender-sensitive strategies and public policies, and it plays a crucial role in the production and dissemination of gender-based data to monitor progress towards gender equality and women's empowerment, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals.

Job Overview:
The Programme Assistant position at UN Women Morocco is designed to support the implementation of the programme 'Support to gender equality in Morocco', which is funded by the French Development Agency. This role involves assisting in the planning, organization, and monitoring of various programmatic activities aimed at reinforcing gender-sensitive budgeting and improving access to quality services for the elderly. The Programme Assistant will work under the supervision of the Programme Analyst and will be responsible for providing programmatic support, preparing work plans and budgets, monitoring programme results, and coordinating with institutional partners and civil society. The position requires a proactive approach to ensure effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders, as well as the ability to manage logistical and administrative tasks efficiently. The Programme Assistant will also contribute to the documentation and reporting of programme activities, ensuring that all outputs are delivered in a timely and high-quality manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Assistant include:

• Supporting the planning, organization, and monitoring of programmatic activities.
• Providing programmatic support in the preparation of work plans, budgets, and project proposals.
• Monitoring the achievement of programme results and collecting relevant information.
• Coordinating effectively with institutional partners, civil society, and the UN system.
• Preparing for high-level meetings, consultations, and events.
• Gathering and compiling data for documents, guidelines, and reports.
• Managing logistical, administrative, and financial arrangements for meetings and events.
• Maintaining programme and financial information, including tracking matrices and financial reports.
• Creating projects in the Quantum system and managing budget revisions. 1
• Performing any other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor. Additionally, the Programme Assistant is encouraged to engage in volunteerism activities and contribute to the UN Volunteers programme mandate.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Programme Assistant position include a strong understanding of UN Women operations and procedures, as well as technical capabilities relevant to the role. Candidates should demonstrate discretion, political sensitivity, and the ability to liaise with various stakeholders, particularly in senior positions. A high degree of autonomy, resourcefulness, and the ability to manage information confidentially are essential. Candidates should also possess excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively in a diverse environment, and a commitment to gender equality. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are necessary to manage a large volume of work efficiently, and candidates should be adaptable to changes in the work environment.

Educational Background:
Candidates for the Programme Assistant position should have a relevant educational background, typically a degree in social sciences, international relations, gender studies, or a related field. A strong academic foundation in gender equality and women's empowerment issues is highly desirable, as is familiarity with UN Women’s mission and objectives.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in programmatic support, project management, or administrative roles, preferably within the UN system or other international organizations. Experience in gender equality and women's empowerment initiatives is highly advantageous, as is familiarity with budget management and financial reporting.

Languages:
Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory for this position, as these are the primary languages used in communication and documentation. Proficiency in French is considered an asset, as it may facilitate better coordination with French-speaking partners and stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This is a national UN Volunteer assignment based in Morocco, and the selected candidate will be responsible for arranging their own housing and living essentials. The position offers a volunteer living allowance, access to learning and career development resources, and comprehensive health insurance coverage. The contract duration and specific terms of engagement will be outlined in the conditions of service, and the candidate will receive a pre-assignment entry lump sum and relocation costs if applicable.