Programme Associate

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is an entity of the United Nations established in July 2010, with the mission to promote gender equality and empower women globally. It was created as part of the UN reform agenda to consolidate resources and mandates for greater impact in the area of gender equality and women's empowerment. UN Women operates through six regional offices, including the Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean, which is responsible for implementing regional programs and providing technical support to country offices. The organization focuses on eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving equality between genders in various aspects of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. UN Women collaborates with governments, civil society organizations, international organizations, and the private sector to drive transformational progress towards gender equality.

Job Overview:
The Programme Associate position at UN Women involves providing comprehensive programmatic, administrative, and financial support to the ACT Programme aimed at ending violence against women. The role is crucial for ensuring the effective development and implementation of projects under this program. The Programme Associate will work closely with the Regional Programme Coordinator and will be responsible for various tasks including financial management, operational support, and stakeholder engagement. The position requires a proactive approach to managing partner agreements, monitoring project activities, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The Programme Associate will also play a key role in organizing events and workshops related to the program, making travel arrangements, and supporting the overall operational needs of the team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and logistical support for the ACT Programme, including managing partner agreements and small grants, engaging with implementing partners, and preparing for project audits.
• Organize events related to the ACT Programme, handling logistical, administrative, and financial arrangements for meetings, workshops, and missions.
• Support the finance team by preparing purchase orders and invoices, monitoring budget expenditures, and ensuring accurate financial reporting from partners.
• Perform additional duties as required to ensure the efficient functioning of the office and the organization, contributing to the overall mission of UN Women.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field. Alternatively, completion of secondary education combined with three additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. The role requires strong administrative skills, knowledge of financial management processes, and the ability to handle confidential information. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in IT and web-based management systems, as well as the ability to interpret and analyze data effectively.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field is required for this position. In cases where candidates have completed secondary education, they must also have three additional years of relevant experience to be considered eligible. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of program management and financial oversight within the context of UN Women’s operations.

Experience:
The position requires at least four years of progressively responsible experience in administration, procurement, human resources, or logistics support services. Candidates should have experience using office software packages such as MS Word and Excel, and familiarity with modern web-based ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Experience in supporting programming related to ending violence against women or gender equality is considered an asset, as is prior experience with EU-funded programs.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Spanish is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a diverse and multicultural environment.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and may involve working with international partners and stakeholders. UN Women is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications and organizational needs. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy regarding misconduct and expects all personnel to adhere to its standards of conduct. Candidates will undergo rigorous background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. It is important for applicants to complete all sections of the application form to avoid disqualification from the recruitment process.