JPO Programme Analyst - WEE/EVAWG Programme Nexus

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is an organization grounded in the vision of equality as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations. It works towards the elimination of discrimination against women and girls, the empowerment of women, and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. UN Women was established to accelerate progress on meeting the needs of women and girls worldwide, and it operates in multiple countries, focusing on various thematic areas related to gender equality and women's empowerment. The organization is committed to integrating gender perspectives into all aspects of its work, ensuring that women's voices are heard and their rights are upheld.

Job Overview:
The JPO Programme Analyst position is designed to support the implementation and management of the Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) and Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) programmes. The role involves contributing to the monitoring and administrative management of these programmes, drafting essential documents related to their implementation, and maintaining accurate records of correspondence and project activities. The Programme Analyst will work closely with government stakeholders, civil society organizations, and UN partners to ensure effective coordination and execution of project activities. The position also includes participation in training and development opportunities to enhance skills in programme support, monitoring, and reporting, particularly in the context of gender-responsive initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for the implementation and management of the WEE and EVAWG programmes.
• Monitor and manage administrative aspects of the programmes, ensuring compliance with UN Women and donor requirements.
• Draft documents related to the launch, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programme activities.
• Maintain organized files of correspondence and documents, both electronically and in hard copy.
• Prepare presentation materials for meetings and workshops, ensuring all necessary documentation is ready.
• Compile information and notes from project activities and coordination meetings.
• Contribute to the preparation of narrative reports for donors and management, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Engage with project partners, including government stakeholders and civil society organizations, to facilitate effective implementation of project activities.
• Support monitoring and reporting of programme activities, including data collection and analysis. 1
• Assist in the financial management of the programmes, including budget preparation and monitoring. 1
• Collaborate with the Programme Management Specialist and thematic area leads to ensure successful programme implementation.

Required Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree or equivalent in Gender and Development studies, Social Sciences, International Development, Economics, or a related field is required.
• A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, and capacity building.
• Experience in Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) and/or Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) is highly desirable. Knowledge of both areas is an asset.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as Gender and Development studies, Social Sciences, International Development, or Economics. A project/programme management certification is considered an additional asset that can enhance a candidate's profile for this position.

Experience:
The position requires at least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in areas such as development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, and donor reporting. Experience specifically related to Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) and Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) is highly valued, and candidates with knowledge in both areas will have a competitive advantage.

Languages:
Fluency in both French and English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of another UN official working language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage in a multilingual environment and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is targeted at candidates who are no older than 32 years of age as of 31 December of the year of application, meaning applicants must be born on or after 01/01/199

• Additionally, candidates from Belgium must hold Belgian nationality and have at least 2 years of relevant work experience, with a maximum of one year of experience gained within UN Women. The role is full-time and may involve international collaboration, with a focus on gender equality and women's empowerment initiatives.