Programme Specialist for EVAW

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. 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 merges and builds on the work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender issues: DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM. The organization operates globally, with a mission to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve 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 is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, promoting mutual respect, and ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.

Job Overview:
The Programme Specialist for EVAW (Ending Violence Against Women) is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing UN Women interventions related to the elimination of violence against women and girls. This role involves supervising and leading the EVAW staff, collaborating closely with various stakeholders including government officials, donors, and civil society to ensure successful program implementation. The Programme Specialist will design and develop program strategies, manage the implementation of the EVAW program, provide technical assistance and capacity development to partners, and oversee monitoring and reporting of the program's progress. The position requires a strong focus on results-based management and the ability to synthesize performance data to inform strategic decision-making. Additionally, the Programme Specialist will contribute to inter-agency coordination efforts and manage advocacy and communication strategies related to EVAW.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop program strategies in the area of EVAWG, including formulating project proposals and drafting inputs for country strategy documents.
• Manage the implementation of the EVAWG program by finalizing workplans and budgets, ensuring technical implementation, and managing financial and narrative reporting from partners.
• Provide technical assistance and capacity development to project partners, identifying their needs and coordinating training initiatives.
• Oversee monitoring and reporting of the program, including field missions and writing quarterly and donor reports.
• Manage the people and financial resources of the EVAW program, including budget management and personnel supervision.
• Build partnerships and develop resource mobilization strategies, analyzing donor opportunities and preparing briefs.
• Contribute to inter-agency coordination on EVAW, ensuring alignment with other partners' efforts.
• Manage advocacy and knowledge-building efforts, developing strategies and identifying best practices for program improvement.
• Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field. A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. A project/programme management certification is considered an added advantage.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master’s degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, human rights, gender studies, or international development. Alternatively, a first-level university degree along with two additional years of relevant experience may suffice. A project/programme management certification would enhance a candidate's qualifications.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in the design, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of development projects. Technical experience in EVAW is essential, along with experience in leading and coaching staff in international settings. Proficiency in using computers and office software, as well as experience with web-based management systems, is required. Experience in coordinating with government agencies and donors is desirable, as is familiarity with the UN System and modern web-based ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Chichewa is required for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and may involve international recruitment. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy regarding conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and discrimination. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form are completed to avoid disqualification from the recruitment process.